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Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $109
  • Online Classroom, Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 hours over 6 sessions

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  • $109
  • Online Classroom @ Online Classroom, Los Angeles, CA 00000
  • 18 hours over 6 sessions
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this watercolor class:

Come try your hand at a wonderful art form with subtle nuances and spontaneity, as well as brilliance and control. Learn traditional watercolor techniques through invaluable demonstrations that will give you a solid foundation. Watercolor is a medium that’s not as unforgiving as you might think, so come find out about some surprising tricks that will wash away those fears!

Materials/supplies are not included in the class price.

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Remote Learning

This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.

Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.

School Notes:

You MUST have and input a valid California address and US phone number when signing up for Santa Monica College in-person courses, or you may be rejected from the course. If you do not have a valid US address and phone number, your enrollment will not be accepted.

Students with any valid US address may enroll in online/remote classes. 

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Santa Monica College's Community Education Office operates from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and holidays. Please bring your CourseHorse purchase confirmation with you to class. Your Classroom information is noted in the Special Notes. If you do not have a classroom on your purchase receipt, please reach out to [email protected].

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  • A minimum service charge of $15 per class cancellation will be withheld.
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  • To transfer to another class, request must be submitted in writing via email at least 8 business days before the original class meets.
  • A minimum service charge of $15 per class transfer will be deducted.

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Reviews of Classes at Santa Monica College (513)

(4.3-star rating across 513 reviews)
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Nafeesa K. on 4/9/2021
    Really enjoyed this class. It was loose and casual but still instructive when it came to different brush/ texture techniques, color mixing, and a little bit of composition. Looking forward to taking the intermediate level class!
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Mi G. on 11/4/2020
    Very good and fun class with Freddie, would love to take another class with him!
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Lysa D. on 11/1/2020
    This was a good class. I learned a lot of techniques and skills. The teacher has a Bob Ross style. He mainly paints and you learn by watching. He is constantly changing what he does and adapting which although frustrating to some, helps the student learn to “go with the flow”.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Judy M. on 10/26/2020
    Freddie, I have enjoyed the Sunday watercolor classes because you are enthusiastic, intentional in instruction and lead us through a watercolor composition that allows each of us to be successful no matter our depth of experience. The course has been fun. In my case, this is a new experience and I have learned a lot about watercolor techniques and composition. My granddaughter anointed me the “Word Grandma” when she was 4 (she is now 14) as writing is my medium. The Pandemic gave me the opportunity to try a different mode of creativity and I’m loving it and will continue with drawing and watercolor courses. Thank you for opening the door for me to welcome watercolor into my life.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Anonymous review on 10/26/2020
    Great instruction but would like to have finished product example for view throughout entire class time
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Celeste W. on 4/6/2020
    Really liked the class. Alas it was shut off because of corona restrictions after only two sessions
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Anonymous review on 10/14/2019
    This was a great course to learn the basic techniques and order when painting with watercolor. Freddy demonstrated how to paint various scenes and we would practice doing them on our own. He was patient, fun, and would come and check on students and assist them with improving their pieces. Many of the students are eager to take the intermediate course when it becomes available.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Anonymous review on 7/29/2019
    Freddy is such an awesome teacher! He’s fun and entertaining as well! I look forward to part level 2.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Roni G. on 8/12/2018
    teacher was great and learned a lot in 6 weeks.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Nitakumari P. on 12/5/2017
    Great class. Step by step instructions for beginners and packed with tips. Fun and very talented instructor.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Anonymous review on 10/17/2016
    It was fun and informative class!
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Nikita P. on 8/12/2016
    This class was good for beginners. We learned a variety of techniques that are easy to practice on your own, which is what I liked about the class.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Rebecca F. on 8/8/2016
    Freddy was awesome!!! Loved the class. And will take it again.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Cara G. on 12/9/2015
    I had a lot of fun and learned a lot in this introductory class. I will definitely be signing up for level 2.
  • Painting in Watercolor - Level 1

    Reviewed by Denise V. on 12/7/2015
    Had a great time and learned a variety of painting techniques. I liked that each class built on skills from the previous, so you incorporated more styles with each project.
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students praised the Painting in Watercolor - Level 1 class for its practicality and effective teaching style. They valued learning different techniques such as brush strokes, texture creation, color mixing, and basic composition. The instructor, Freddie, received significant commendation for his engaging, adaptable, and informational teaching approach, akin to Bob Ross, encouraging students to replicate his examples and become intuitive with the process. Students also appreciated that the course was amenable to different experience levels, allowing everyone to gain substantial knowledge and develop their painting skills. The students conveyed that they had tremendous fun and were excited to take the next level class. Overall, the class instilled confidence in students and opened a door for them into the world of watercolor painting. 1. "It was loose and casual but still instructive when it came to different brush/ texture techniques, color mixing, and a little bit of composition." 2. "He mainly paints and you learn by watching. He is constantly changing what he does and adapting which although frustrating to some, helps the student learn to 'go with the flow'." 3. "The course has been fun... this is a new experience and I have learned a lot about watercolor techniques and composition... Thank you for opening the door for me to welcome watercolor into my life."

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Question from Linda A.
Is the class offered other than on a Sunday AM?
Answer from Brenda L. CourseHorse StaffCourseHorse Staff
Hi Linda! At this time, the class is only offered every Sunday morning. You can save the class to your wishlist so you're automatically notified via e-mail the next time we add dates. Thanks!
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thank you!
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Question from Meghan N.
Hello, is it implying that those are the materials we would need to bring to class or those are the materials that are provided? Thanks so much! Meghan
Answer from Angelica B. CourseHorse StaffCourseHorse Staff
Hi, materials/supplies are not included in the class price. Students should bring the materials required.
Answer from Nitakumari P. Verified Student
You will need to buy the listed supplies. You can shop on Amazon. Windsor and Newton also have great water colour tubes.
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