Learn to Paint Workshop: Winter Sunrise
Schedule
Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 pm
UTC-08:00Location
13329 SE Misty Drive, Happy Valley, OR, United States, Oregon 97086 | Happy Valley, OR
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Learn to Paint Workshop: Winter Sunrise4-Week Series | 1.5 Hours Each Class
This workshop is designed for beginners who want to gain confidence with painting techniques while creating a beautiful winter sunrise landscape step by step.
Week 1 – Painting Basics & Background Wash
Focus: Getting comfortable with acrylics.
Introduction to brushes, paints, and canvas care.
Practice brushstrokes: lines, blending, and dry brushing.
Learn how to mix warm & cool tones.
Create the base sky wash: soft gradients of orange, pink, and blue to set the morning light.
Week 2 – Building the Sky & Sunrise Glow
Focus: Layering & blending techniques.
Deepen the sunrise colors with glazing.
Add soft clouds with a dry brush technique.
Introduce horizon line placement.
Practice blending to create a glowing sunrise effect.
Week 3 – Foreground Trees & Reflections
Focus: Depth & perspective.
Sketch and block in the tree shapes.
Learn how to use shading and highlights to make birch trees look realistic.
Add reflected light on the water with horizontal strokes.
Practice creating depth with layers of evergreens in the background.
Week 4 – Details & Finishing Touches
Focus: Bringing it all together.
Refine tree bark with thin brush details.
Add shadows and highlights to snow for realism.
Use fine brush strokes for grasses and edge details.
Final touch-ups: adjust glow, add definition, and sign your painting.
Each Ticket Includes:
Step-by-step guided instruction across 4 classes
All supplies: canvas, brushes, paints, palette, apron
A completed Winter Sunrise masterpiece by the end of the series
Supportive, fun environment to build skills and confidence
By the end of the 4 weeks, you’ll not only have a stunning winter sunrise painting but also the skills to continue your painting journey with confidence!
Ages 16+
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