Intro to Modern Watercolors with Bristles & Design

In this workshop, you'll explore five unique watercolor techniques. Each technique will be demonstrated in detail, with personalized guidance to ensure you feel comfortable and confident as you apply them to your artwork.

To help you get started, you'll receive a set of 36 vibrant watercolor paints and 10 high-quality brushes to experiment with during the class. These tools will empower you to create beautiful, professional-looking results as you work through the exercises.

Throughout the session, you'll also have the opportunity to paint on three pre-drawn designs printed on watercolor paper. These drawings serve as your creative foundation, offering a perfect balance between structure and freedom. You'll be able to add your personal flair, whether you want to stay true to the design or use your techniques to make it uniquely yours.

By the end of the workshop, you'll not only have gained a deeper understanding of watercolor techniques but also a renewed confidence in using them creatively. You'll leave with three completed pieces of art, new skills, and the excitement to keep exploring watercolor painting on your own!

No prior experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

Lena Knudson is a watercolor artist and instructor with over 16 years of experience working in the medium. She is based in the Richmond, VA area and owns her business, BristlesandDesign. Her work has been shared and displayed in a variety of creative spaces, including the Cameron Art Museum and The Black Iris Social Club, and she has showcased her paintings at regional events such as Arts in the Park, The Fan Art Stroll, and the Stockley Gardens Art Show.

Lena’s artistic style is rooted in a love of color, movement, and the expressive possibilities of watercolor. As an instructor, she is passionate about making watercolor approachable and enjoyable for artists of all skill levels. She believes that learning should feel inspiring rather than intimidating and strives to create a supportive, encouraging environment in every workshop she teaches.

Through her classes, Lena hopes to give students the tools, techniques, and confidence they need to begin—or deepen—their own watercolor journey, while discovering the joy and freedom that comes with painting in this dynamic medium.

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