Resource person: learn@vandusen.org

Location: Via Zoom

Description:

Join this two part series with an open mind and experimental heart to capture the essence of various summer herbs. Learn to appreciate the unpredictable nature and beauty of watercolour with the guide of artist and illustrator Susan Pearson. From a light touch with delicate pencil lines using controlled washes, bringing washes to clear and sloppy wet washes, this series will use inventive techniques that will help you create subject matter in an encouraging and fun way. All levels of ability are welcome.

Susan suggests that participants have the following materials at home: 

Paper - Arches 140lb-300lb. cold press watercolour paper, 9” x 12” or larger. 

Watercolour Paints - Holbein brand: Red (Carmine) Yellow (New Gamboge) Blue (Peacock blue). Can add Olive Green, Opera (hot pink), and Payne’s grey. 

Detailed Brushes – size 01 for fine detail. A good array of brushes includes sizes 04, 1, 4, and 6. 

Mixing Palette - plastic or ceramic white surface 

Sketching – 2b mechanical pencil and white eraser 

Water – 2 mason jars or 2 yogurt containers 

Blow Dryer – nice to have for drying paint layers quickly 

This course will take place online, and will be recorded. Registered participants will have access to recordings for a limited time. Pre-registration required. 

Available spots: Available

Price: $60.00 Taxes not included

Notes: This course will take place online, and recordings will be available for a limited time to participants. . Online course log-in details will be sent 24 hours before course date.

More information: Instructor: Susan Pearson

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