The Secrets of Watercolor for Beginners (in person)

Course description

For centuries artists have demonstrated that watercolor techniques give students a deeper understanding when working with oil or acrylic paints. Learn the essential skills needed to gain a full understanding of watercolor painting, including color theory, brushwork, and how to transfer an image for painting. Throughout the class, gain experience and use mistakes as the basis of learning. Class time is spent on demonstrations, lecture, studio time, and critique. / Materials fee of $33 included in tuition.

Open to students ages 16 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This class meets in person on MCAD’s campus.

Required materials

Supplies for first class

• pencil
• notebook or sketchbook
• watercolor paint
  • burnt sienna
  • raw sienna
  • ultramarine blue
  • Da Vinci Yellow (benzimidazolone yellow)
  • Permanent Red (PR 188 Napthol)
  • Cerulean Blue Genuine
  • viridian
  • quinacridone red
  • titanium white
• brushes (Round 0, 4, 28; Flat 1”)
• Arches cold press watercolor Pad 9” x 12”
• watercolor palette
• eraser

Supply notes from the instructor

Students should expect to spend up to $100-$150 for supplies in addition to tuition. It is not required to purchase new materials if similar materials are on hand.

What to wear
Clothes appropriate for messy creativity.

Class resources
This class uses Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system. Please see links for more information.

Class savings

Register on or before January 20 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.