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Watercolor ClassesWith Peg SheridanLate February through May, 2019Title:?Skies in WatercolorDate:?Saturday, March 2, 2019Time:?10 am to 3 pmDescription:Skies are one of the most important elements in a watercolor landscape.??Yet, many people paint the same boring blue sky in every painting!??Learn how to capture any kind of weather and paint gorgeous skies!??You will be amazed at how this one class improves all of your landscape paintings!?Bring several photos of skies, clouds, sunsets, rain, fog, etc.??No experience is necessary, and you ?don't have to bring anything; the instructor will provide quality paints, watercolor paper, brushes, a full color lesson, a mat, coffee, and everything you need to complete two watercolor paintings! ?We will start by going over the basic techniques of watercolor painting, and then Peg will several demonstrations.??She will also offer one-on-one help.??Wear old clothes, or bring an apron. ?Also bring?photos of poppies and other showy flowers, if you have them.?Location:? Augusta County Government Center, Verona (cafeteria)Cost:?$104, all supplies includedRegister:?Call 540 245-5727, or sign up online at co.augusta.va.us.?Title:?The Fastest Way to Improve Your Paintings: Sketching with Watercolor and Other MediaDate:??Monday mornings, March 11-April 15Time:?9:00 am - 12 pm?Description:??Let Peg help you improve your skills of observation, painting, and drawing by demonstrating how to sketch in a wide variety of media…and then confidently start a painting with only a brush!??You’ll use watercolor, pencil, ink, and many other tools to quickly develop sketches that accurately capture the gesture and shape of your subject… without laboring over the preparatory studies.??Then you can employ your best sketches to create exciting paintings that have freshness and vitality.??Peg will demonstrate how to train your eyes to see more, to record what you see with a few lines and shapes, and to use various tools and techniques.??Come learn new techniques, rekindle your joy in painting, develop reference material for future paintings, and establish a habit of sketching when you travel.??Some classes will be held outside .??Sketchbook assignments will be given each week.?Peg will offer critiques, demonstrations, and one-on-one help. ?A materials list will be provided. ??Location:? Beverley Street Studio School, 217 West Beverley Street, StauntonCost:?Members: $190; Non-members: $220Register:?, or call (540) 886-8636. ??Note: This class is already filling, and will probably fill soon. Don’t wait to register. Title:?Night Scenes in WatercolorDate:?Wednesday, March 13 Time:?10 am to 3 pmDescription: You can paint mysterious, moody, wonderful paintings of the evening or night in watercolor. Learn how to plan a night painting, and how to mix rich, dark colors. We will practice techniques for painting sunsets, stars, moonlight, lights, and shadows at night. Peg will show you how, through demonstration, step-by-step color worksheets, and individual help. We will explore ways to create scenes with colorful sunsets, dark skies, moon and stars, silhouettes, and much more. Most students will complete two small paintings. Location:? Shenandoah Valley Art Center, 122 S. Wayne Ave., Waynesboro, VA, or . Phone is (540)949-7662. Cost:?$80 Register:?For this class only, you will register with and make payment to me. Go to my website, , click on “Upcoming Classes”, and look for “Registration Form for Night Scenes in Watercolor”. Print it out, fill out the registration information, and send it with a check to me. ?Title:?Drawing and Painting Techniques for WatercolorsDates:?Tuesday evenings, March 26-April 30Time: 6-8 pmDescription: Do you enjoy watercolor painting, but struggle with the drawing? ?Have you noticed that you often discover, too late, that your drawing is "off" in your painting? ?Would you like to keep a drawing/painting sketchbook, but don't know where to start? ?We will cover all of this, and much more, in this class. ?Peg will cover drawing and painting materials, techniques, and tricks, to help you start and finish your paintings successfully. ?This class will include: demonstrations, color worksheets, and individual help. ?You may work on the subject matter of your choice. ?A supply list will be available. ?Students at Larkin Arts receive a discount on M. Graham watercolor paints.?Location:? Larkin Arts, Court Square, HarrisonburgCost:?$165Register:?Call 540 236-4223, or sign up online at .Title:?Painting Big and Bold: Georgia O’Keeffe-Inspired WatercolorsDate: Saturday, April 6, 2019Time: 10-3?Georgia O’Keeffe painted many watercolors, especially during her years in New Mexico.??She also painted some in Charlottesville!??Learn about her techniques and inspiration, then try some of your own.??You can either copy an O’Keeffe painting or use your own ideas and photos to paint in a similar way.??It is fun to paint flowers, plants, figures, or interesting landscapes, with bold juicy color.??Peg will show you techniques, then do a demonstration.??Then you will paint, with her guidance.??You will be amazed at what you can learn in one day!??This class is open to beginners to advanced painters. You don’t have to bring anything; just dress in old clothes or wear an apron.??The instructor provides all of the materials, including quality paper and paints, brushes, etc.??You will receive a color handout, and a mat to mount your painting in. ?Peg will have examples of O'Keeffe's work, but feel free to bring a couple that inspire you most. ?Most students will complete two small paintings in this class.??Coffee and tea provided.?Location: Augusta County Government Center, cafeteria. ?Park on the west side of the government center.?Cost: $104Register:?Call 540 245-5727, or sign up online at co.augusta.va.us.??Title:?Painting Water and Rocks in Watercolor(Sponsored by VECCA)Date:?Saturday, April 13, 2019Time:?10-3:30, with lunch break?Watercolor is the perfect medium for painting water, and you can learn how to do it in this one day workshop. We will work?on painting reflections on a late,?sparkles on water, flowing rivers, cascades, and convincing rocks. ?The class will include demonstrations, color worksheets, and individual help. ?Please bring your favorite photos of rocks and water. ?This class is open to beginners to advanced painters. ? Most students will complete two small paintings in this class. ?A materials list will be available.?Location:?Emmanuel Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 122 East Court St., Woodstock, Va.Cost:?$70 VECCA members, $85 nonmembersRegister:?by April 7, check payable to VECCA. ?Mail to Barbara Randel, 1929 Ridge Hollow Rd., Edinburg, VA 22824.Title:?Painting the Essence of the Blue Ridge in Watercolor(Sponsored by the Central Virginia Watercolor Guild)Dates: May 7,8,9, 2019, Tuesday through ThursdayTime:?9 to 4 daily, with lunch break?Join us as we learn to paint the things we love about out Blue Ridge Mountains! We will spend time learning how to paint: rocks, trees, ridges, fog, and waterfalls. Each day will focus on a different subject and technique. In the process, you will acquire many painting skills, including mixing color, painting wet-in-wet, creating texture, saving whites, and much more. You will learn how to compose a painting, how to plan values, how to choose a limited palette, and how to develop a painting. Peg will provide color worksheets, demonstrations, one-on-one help, and critiques..?Location:?Zehmer Hall, UVA, 104 Midmont Lane, Charlottesville, VA Cost:?$200 CVWG members, $240 nonmembersRegister:?Reserve your space with a $50 deposit, which is applicable to final fee. Final payment is due one month before the workshop, with check payable to “CVWG Workshop”. Contact Patty Richmond to register, at PattyRichmond@. A materials list will be provided. ?Keep checking my website for more classes! ................
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