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Getting Started with Watercolor

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Discover the wonders of watercolor painting through this beginner-friendly course at the esteemed 92nd Street Y Art Center. Immerse yourself in the world of watercolor and learn the fundamental techniques needed to create beautiful and captivating pieces. All materials are included, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable learning experience.

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
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Water Color Drop-in

Dirty Hands Studio @ 13 Waverly Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Immerse yourself in the art of fluid expression. Discover the magic of manipulating water and paint in small, supportive groups. With our comprehensive set of tools and pre-set images, experience the instant gratification of mastering one of the most challenging artistic mediums.

All levels 12 and older
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Beginner’s Guide to Painting for Teens: Acrylic, Watercolor + Oils (Ages 9-14)

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the potential of acrylics, watercolors, and oils in this inspiring art course. Learn to match your subject matter to the media and explore different results with each painting medium. Focus on color, light, and composition as you develop your own unique style. Suitable for beginners or intermediate students looking for inspiration.

(181) Beginner 9 - 14 years old
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Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity and discover the beauty of watercolor painting. Learn various techniques, color formation, and visual representation through direct observation. Join a supportive community of artists and receive real-time feedback on your progress.

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
$355

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Beginner Watercolor Painting: With Natural + Urban Subject Matter

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the versatility of watercolor painting as you learn fundamental techniques and practical approaches in capturing natural and urban subject matter. Unleash your creativity and evoke tone and emotion through color palettes, brushstrokes, and professional applications. All levels are welcome in this course held at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo.

(181) Beginner 18 and older
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Breaking the Rules of Watercolors

  • Intermediate
  • 16 and older
  • $110
  • Earn 1,100 reward points
  • 24-32 Union Square East, New York, NY

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  • $110
  • There's a 45-minute break for lunch
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What you'll learn in this watercolor class:

Alternative Techniques to traditional watercolor, including:
  • Starting a painting with darks instead of lights 
  • Spraying the paper first, or using a damp brush to 'deconstruct' an image 
  • Spattering and controlled splashes of color and white gouache 
  • Scrubbing and restating methods
    e. using non-watercolor brushes for texture
Pre-requisites: Open only to those who have already taken the beginner class or have previous experience.

Refund Policy

If you decide after the first class that the course is not for you, you will be charged $40 for the first class and receive the balance as refund.

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Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

From Joan Iaconetti (Instructor):

For over 25 years, I worked as a non-fiction writer and a travel photographer. Fourteen years ago, I took up watercolor on a lark, and soon became pleasantly obsessed with it. Unfortunately, the two classes I took (both with accomplished professional artists) never covered...

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