Spring Watercolor Sketching with Suma CM

Materials included to borrow

Ages 14 +

Capture the vibrant hues of springtime with expressive line and juicy color. Through a series of exercises designed to build confidence, we’ll create several sketches using various styles of mark-making with pen, pencil, and watercolor. We will begin with a demonstration here at the gallery, using a still life set up and then head out on the town for some watercolor sketching! (weather permitting) If it is raining or too cold we will spend time here at the gallery working on the still life set up. Dress for the weather; bring a hat, and wear comfortable shoes.

We’ll cover how to:

• Choose an appropriate subject without getting overwhelmed
• Use dynamic lines to capture the scene
• Add life to your sketch with watercolor

Materials to bring:

• Mixed media sketchbook, at least 8x11 inches in size (any brand, e.g., Stillman & Birn, Strathmore Mixed Media) - regular or toned paper
• watercolor paper
• Portable folding stool

Materials provided to borrow:

• Watercolor pan sets
• we will have some smaller watercolor paper, but it is best if you bring your own.
• Paint brushes (if you would like to bring your own brushes you are welcome to!)
• 2B pencils
• Fineliner pens

* You are welcome to bring any of the above items. We know that some people prefer using their own materials and that is absolutly ok!

When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 10 AM - 1:30 PM

Ages: 18 +

Skill Level: Beginner

Price: $90: Includes materials to borrow & 3 1/2 hours of instruction

(We kindly ask that those interested in signing up please do so1 week before the class. This allows us ample time to prepare.) *Ticket sales close 24 hours before class begins *

Location: Cura Contemporary in the Edes Building | 17395 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill CA, 95037

Parking Information: Here

About the artist:

Suma CM is an award-winning artist and instructor who enjoys working in watercolor, oil, and other media. She has been a two-time faculty member at the Plein Air Convention and has taught several sketching/painting workshops in the Bay Area and online. She serves as an Advisory Board member for the nonprofit Urban Sketchers and previously was on its Executive Board.

* All participants of the workshop recieve 10% off at our restraunt Véra. Discount can only be applied on day of workshop (excludes alcohol).

Questions: Please contact [email protected]

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