This class is a great introduction to watercolor techniques for botanical art. We will explore Claret hedgehog cactus blooms through a unique medium that has been used by artists and illustrators throughout the years. These plants are native to the Sonoran Desert and a wonderful bright delight when they bloom!

Main Concepts:

• Basics in watercolor color application & techniques
• Discover organic shapes and line contour

Materials Needed:

• 2H or 4H, & HB pencil, eraser (Streader), kneaded eraser & ruler
• 140lb 9”x12” Cold Watercolor paper (Hot press paper can be used too)
• Watercolor – Main ones used in this class: Winsor & Newton-, Winsor yellow, Sap green, Ultramarine blue, Alizarin Red, Deep Cadmium red, burnt sienna – (May substitute brand)
• 3 Round brushes: #4 Long Round, #6 Long Round, #3 or #5 Synthetic inexpensive brush for mixing
• 2 water jars/cups, towel or paper towel
• Mixing palette
• Optional – Small spray bottle or eye dropper
• Optional – Colored Pencils – Verithin Prisma color pencils work best
• Photo of Claret Hedgehog Blooms (A few photos will be sent out the week of class)
• Optional before workshop – tracing options: Tracing paper, light box or bright window to transfer subject to watercolor paper

This class is virtual via ZOOM.

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