Watercolor 201 @ the Studio | 3 Week Workshop
Schedule
Sun Mar 15 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
170 West Rd Suite 6D, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire | Portsmouth, NH
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Duration: 3 weeks (one 2 hour session each week)Skill Level: Intermediate / Post-101
Goal: Strengthen technique, color intuition, and composition while introducing more complex subjects and textures.
WEEK 1 – Mastering Light, Shadows & Contrast
Focus: Depth and realism through value control
Objectives:
Refresh advanced wash techniques (graded, variegated, glazing)
Understand the difference between value vs. color
Learn how to build form with shadows and highlights
Practice layering for depth without muddiness
Project:
🖼 Still Life with Glass or Ceramics — explore transparency, reflections, and soft vs. hard edges
Takeaway Skill: Turning flat shapes into dimensional subjects through value mastery
WEEK 2 – Color Harmony & Texture Techniques
Focus: Richer color stories and visual interest
Objectives:
Explore complementary and analogous color harmony
Mix neutrals and “muted vibrancy” palettes
Introduce textures: salt, dry brush, lifting, splattering, and layering with intention
Learn how to build visual texture without chaos
Project:
🌿 Botanical or Nature Texture Study — leaves, bark, florals, or stone textures combining multiple techniques
Takeaway Skill: Control and confidence in building sophisticated color relationships and textures
WEEK 3 – Composition & Storytelling
Focus: From studies to finished paintings
Objectives:
Explore focal points, balance, and composition
Plan a painting from sketch to final (reference simplification + thumbnail planning)
Incorporate atmosphere, movement, and personal style
Gentle critique session and group discussion
Project:
🌅 Mood Piece or Landscape Scene — combine all learned techniques into a cohesive, expressive final painting
Takeaway Skill: Planning and completing a full piece with composition, story, and confidence
🧰 What’s Included
All supplies provided (same high-quality materials as 101)
Step-by-step demos and personalized feedback
Optional homework mini-challenges between weeks
Access to reference photos and 201 self-buildable workbook
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