Watercolor on the Water

Learn to paint with watercolor in this beginner-friendly plein air series at Cherry Street Pier: All Supplies Included
About this Event

Join us for Watercolor on the Water, a monthly plein air watercolor class held at Cherry Street Pier on Philadelphia's beautiful Delaware River waterfront.

This step-by-step watercolor series will help you learn essential painting techniques inspired by painting live scenery. Each session focuses on a different watercolor skill and can be taken individually or as part of the full series. Take all three to fully understand of the steps of building watercolor paintings.

Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to strengthen your watercolor foundation, you'll receive guided instruction in a relaxed, supportive outdoor setting.

Workshop Schedule

Session 1 – June 30 Watercolor Foundations and Value
We will start by going over basic watercolor techniques to get a feel for the medium. Then, we will learn about the main objective for this class: value. Using a monochromatic palette (one color :-D), you'll explore light, shadow, and contrast.

Session 2 – July 21 Color Theory
Discover how to mix vibrant, harmonious colors and capture the reflective qualities of water. You'll learn basic color theory, layering techniques, which will help paint your landscape

Session 3 – August 25 Putting It All Together
Combine value, color, and composition skills to create a finished plein air watercolor painting. Learn techniques for simplifying a scene, creating depth, and developing confidence in your personal artistic style.

What's Included

All supplies are provided for use during your workshop (Feel free to bring your own supplies if you want to supplement these basic materials)

• watercolor paints
• Watercolor paper
• Brushes
• Palette and water containers
• Reference materials
• Clip Boards
• Pencils
• Step-by-step instruction

All supplies are provided for use during your workshop (Feel free to bring your own supplies if you want to supplement these basic materials)
About Your Artist:
Grace Trevino specializes in teaching watercolor. She has worked with many students ranging from complete beginners to accomplished artists. Several of her students have gone from beginners to exhibiting and selling their work in galleries. Her teaching style is strongly focused on building a solid foundation through technique, skill development, and a clear understanding of watercolor principles. By mastering the fundamentals, students gain the confidence and tools needed to develop their own unique style.
Additional Items to Note:
Try to arrive on time- we only have so much daylight! Late arrivals are welcome with the understanding that you will have to catch up or do your own thing with our supplies
In the event of rain we will still meet at Cherry Street pier and draw inside the space. There are no rain dates and plenty of inspiration within Cherry Street Pier
Full Bar and Taco Truck on site should be open during all sessions but please confirm with Cherry Street Pier if that is something you know you'll want.
The pier does not close at 8pm but we will need to collect our supplies at that time. You're welcome to stay in the space to check out their galleries, artist studios, and the waterfront ambiance.