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Beyond the Basics-Watercolor Painting

Start
5 May 2026
1:00 PM
End
26 May 2026
4:00 PM
Location
Saratoga Arts

Registration

Full 4-week class-Member price – $153.00
Full 4-week class-Non-Member – $171.00
Week 1 (May 5)-Member – $42.50
Week 1: Faces (May 5, 2026)
Learn to paint the proportions and all of the details of ones face.
Week 1 (May 5)-Non-Member – $50.00
Week 1: Faces (May 5, 2026)
Learn to paint the proportions and all of the details of ones face.
Week 2 (May 12)-Member – $42.50
Week 2: People (May 12, 2026)
Learn the basics of painting people, with attention to proportion, expression, and skin tones.
Week 2 (May 12)-Non-Member – $50.00
Week 2: People (May 12, 2026)
Learn the basics of painting people, with attention to proportion, expression, and skin tones.
Week 3 (May 19)-Member – $42.50
Week 3: Still Life (May 19, 2026)
Develop your eye for composition, light, and shadow while painting everyday objects in a classic still life format.
Week 3 (May 19)-Non-Member – $50.00
Week 3: Still Life (May 19, 2026)
Develop your eye for composition, light, and shadow while painting everyday objects in a classic still life format.
Week 4 (May 26)-Member – $42.50
Week 4: Plein Air (May 26, 2026)
Explore painting outside of the classroom space and learn to find the perfect thing to paint.
Week 4 (May 26)-Non-Member – $50.00
Week 4: Plein Air (May 26, 2026) Explore painting outside of the classroom space and learn to find the perfect thing to paint.

Beyond the Basics-Watercolor Painting

taught by Jo Johnson

This 4-week class will focus on a different style of watercolor painting each week. Students can take one class or all four classes.

Week 1: Faces (May 5, 2026)

Learn to paint the details of a face with focus on shadow and proportions.

Week 2: People (May 12, 2026)
Learn the basics of painting people, with attention to proportion, expression, and skin tones.

Week 3: Still Life (May 19, 2026)
Develop your eye for composition, light, and shadow while painting everyday objects in a classic still life format.

Week 4: Plein Air (May 26, 2026)
Explore painting outside of the classroom space and learn to find the perfect setting to paint a unique watercolor.

By the end of this course, students will have completed multiple finished paintings, built a stronger understanding of watercolor techniques, and developed a personal sketchbook practice to continue their artistic journey. Sketchbook assignments will encourage experimentation and personal exploration outside of class.

All skill levels welcome. All supplies will be provided.

All 4 Sessions (May 5-26, 2026) from 1 pm-4 pm

$153 member/$171 non-member*

Weekly classes (1 class only, as listed above) from 1 pm-4 pm

$42.50 member/$37.50 non-member*

*Materials fee included in pricing