Watercolour Social: Watercolour vs. Acrylics

Hey Saint John Art Lovers! We are back at the Arts Centre for a very special edition of our Watercolour Social! This time, we’re exploring the different ways artists think when using different paints.

To show you exactly how it works, I’ve invited a very special guest: Heejin Vihvelin, a professional oil painter, instructor, and curator of the "Painters Circle" at KV Public Library.

What’s happening at this meetup:

The Big Comparison: I (Svitlana Goncharova) will start with a short talk on watercolour logic vs. oils and acrylics. I’ll be sharing insights from my "One-Touch" method, which has been used by over 100 students this past year with great success!

Side-by-Side Demo: Heejin and I will paint the exact same scene at the same time. You’ll see step-by-step how we build our paintings differently.

Paint Along & Q&A: We will share the reference photo in our chat before the event so you can sketch it at home and paint along with us!

Coffee & Social: SJAC is providing coffee, and you are welcome to bring some snacks or treats to share!

The Raffle: Everyone gets a free ticket for a chance to win a special watercolour prize!

Important: Registration Required

The event is FREE, but space is limited. Please make sure to get your free ticket through Eventbrite as soon as possible to save your spot!

Materials & Rules:

• Please bring your own watercolour supplies. I’ll have a few spare brushes and palettes for emergencies, but it's best to have your own.
• Important: Only watercolour is allowed in the gallery for participants. An exception is made only for our guest presenter.

Volunteers Needed!

I am looking for a few helpers:

1. Someone to help me take photos and videos on my iPhone.
2. Two people to help with setup (arriving early) and cleanup (staying a bit later).

If you want to help, please message me directly via Facebook DM or text me at 506-654-2370 so we can coordinate ahead of time!

Supporting the Venue:

SJAC gives us this space for free. To help with coffee and cleaning, we invite you to leave a small voluntary donation ($5–$10). It’s not a fee, just a way to say thanks!

If you have ideas, join our Watercolour Chat here: https://m.me/cm/AbYi_ECur4GW0Ygc/?send_source=cm%3Acopy_invite_link

Ready to see watercolour in a completely new light? Join us for an afternoon of discovery and new skills. See you on March 28th!

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