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• WS-209 Watercolor Fundamentals: Wash Control (FA25)

  • When
    September 07, 2025
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    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Registration deadline: Aug 31

  Ages 16+

  Whether you are just starting out or looking to hone existing skills, this workshop offers tools to help you gain more control in your work.  We will learn basic watercolor physics, practice 3 foundational wash techniques and learn to avoid the watercolorist's most common pitfall.

  Instructor: Saige Runyan

  
  

  Date: Sunday 9/7

  1 session

  Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

  Materials:

  The following materials are suggestions, and do not need to be followed to the letter. Bring what you have. You will get the best experience out of the workshop if your materials are fairly similar. This is also a decent starting kit for watercolor painting in general.

  I recommend shopping online at Blick Art Materials, Cheap Joe's Art Stuff, or Jerry's Artarama, as they will have the best prices. Alternatively, you should be able to find these supplies on Amazon or at any art supply store.

  Feel free to contact the art center if you have questions.

  • Large round watercolor brush (such as size 12).
  • 11"x14" sheet of 100% cotton cold or rough press watercolor paper. Although it can be pricey, quality watercolor paper will make wash control significantly easier. I usually use Arches cold press 140 lb paper. For the best value, purchase a full sheet (22"x30") and I can show you how to tear it down to the desired size.
  • Watercolor mixing palette.
  • Pencil and eraser.
  • 1" roll of masking or painter's tape.
  • Watercolor paint in the primary colors (red, blue, and yellow). Pans work just fine, but tubes provide more paint for the price, and may be squeezed into empty pans to dry. For example:
  • • Indian Yellow (a warm yellow)
    • Pyrrol Scarlet (a warm red)
    • Cobalt Blue (a neutral blue)

  For examples of appropriate materials, click here.

  Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.
  

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.
  

  
  

  
  

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• A-209 Exploring Watercolors (FA25)

  • Start
    September 08, 2025
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  • End
    October 27, 2025
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  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    5

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  Registration deadline: Sept 1

  Ages 18+

  
  

  Douglas Brown paints with a focus on controlled realism, and you can learn the secrets of his technique. Each class will start with a short demo of the subject of the week. Students will receive individual attention and will work at his or her own pace. Some watercolor knowledge recommended. 

  Materials list here. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Watercolor Kits are available through the NHAC - Order by registration deadline.

  
  

  Instructor: Douglas Brown

  
  

  Dates: Mondays 9/8 - 10/27

  8 sessions

  Time: 10:30 am  - 1:30 pm 

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.
  

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• WS-202 Loose Impressionist Watercolor (FA25)

  • Start
    September 18, 2025
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  • End
    September 25, 2025
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    4

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  Registration deadline: Sept 11
  

  Ages 14+

  Discover the magic of light and color. We will develop a loose and spontaneous style to develop the feeling and atmosphere rather than the intricate details. Create beautiful, expressive watercolor paintings using Loose Impressionist style. All materials included. 

  Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

  
  

  Date: Thursdays 9/18 & 9/25

  2 sessions

  Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  
  

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.
  

  
  

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• WS-210 Watercolor Fundamentals: Color Mixing (FA25)

  • When
    September 21, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

  Registration is closed

  Registration deadline: Sept 14

  Ages 16+

  In this focused workshop, we will explore color mixing and color theory so that you can feel confident in creating harmonious and intentional color palettes in your work.  See the color wheel in a whole new way and discover the full spectrum of hues you can create using only three pigments. 

  Instructor: Saige Runyan

  Date: Sunday, 9/21

  1 session

  Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

  Materials:

  The following materials are suggestions, and do not need to be followed to the letter. Bring what you have.

  I recommend shopping online at Blick Art Materials, Cheap Joe's Art Stuff, or Jerry's Artarama, as they will have the best prices. Alternatively, you should be able to find these supplies on Amazon or at any art supply store.

  Feel free to contact the art center if you have questions.

  • Watercolor brush. A 1/2" flat brush works well, or around a size 10 round.
  • 11"x14" sheet watercolor paper.
  • Watercolor mixing palette.
  • Pencil and eraser.
  • Watercolor paint in the primary colors (red, blue, and yellow). Pans work just fine, but tubes provide more paint for the price, and may be squeezed into empty pans to dry. For example:
  • • Indian Yellow (a warm yellow)
    • Pyrrol Scarlet (a warm red)
    • Cobalt Blue (a neutral blue)

  For examples of appropriate materials, click here.

  Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.

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• A-211 Watercolor Painting (FA25)

  • Start
    October 13, 2025
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  • End
    November 17, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Registration Deadline: Oct 6

  Ages 16+

  
  

  Spontaneous, luminous, unpredictable—all words to describe watercolor painting. Take a break from your daily routine and channel your creativity as we explore this medium. Follow along with the instructor's demonstration or work on your own project. All skill levels welcome. Materials list below or bring supplies you have. Watercolor Kits available through the NHAC - order by the registration deadline.

  Instructor: James Warmbrodt

  
  

  Dates: Mondays 10/13 - 11/17

  6 sessions

  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  Because this class is after office hours, please use the red side door to enter.

  Materials List:

  Students are encouraged to use materials already in their possession and to replenish supplies, using this list as a guide:

  Paper: 140 lb. cold-pressed (9x12 or larger)

  Brushes: flat tipped (1/2” or larger); round (varying sizes, at least one large and one small)

  Paints: (tubes not cakes; student grade or artist grade) ultramarine blue; Prussian blue; burnt sienna; raw sienna; cadmium red; cadmium yellow

  Painting surface: drawing board; Masonite board; watercolor block

  Pencil

  Soft eraser

  Hair dryer

  Masking tape

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• A-208 Watercolor Basics (FA25)

  • Start
    November 05, 2025
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  • End
    December 10, 2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Registration deadline:  Oct 29

  Ages 16+

   

  Painting with watercolors is such a fluid and exciting process. We will explore the unique qualities of watercolors as we create our paintings. All skill levels welcome as we review the supplies and processes to complete works of art. Students will be able to work along with the instructor, as well as work on individual projects. We will master a variety of watercolor techniques. 

  Materials list below.

   

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

   

  Dates: Wednesdays 11/5 - 12/10

  6 sessions 

  Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

  
  

  Materials list:

  
  

  - Tube watercolors with color names

  - Watercolor paper (140 lb. weight)

  - Round and flat watercolor brushes

  - Palette

  - Any other supplies you have

  
  

  Click here to purchase a watercolor kit!

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.

  
  

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• A-217 The Science of Watercolor (FA25)

  • Start
    November 05, 2025
  •  
  • End
    December 17, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    10

  Register

  Registration deadline:  April 25

  Ages 16+

   

  Watercolor is a luminous, challenging, and rewarding medium.  Its apparent unpredictability can be both intriguing and frustrating; but there is a science behind the magic! Come study watercolor physics, learn valuable techniques, and work individually with the instructor to develop your practice. All levels welcome.

   

  Instructor: Saige Runyan

   

  Dates: Wednesdays 11/5 - 12/17 (No class 11/26)

  6 sessions 

  Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

  
  

  Materials:

  The following materials are suggestions, and do not need to be followed to the letter. Bring what you have. This is also a decent starting kit for watercolor painting in general.

  I recommend shopping online at Blick Art Materials or Jerry's Artarama, as they will have the best prices. Alternatively, you should be able to find these supplies on Amazon or at any art supply store.

  Feel free to contact the art center if you have questions.

  • Large round watercolor brush (such as size 12).
  • Medium round watercolor brush (such as size 8).
  • Small round watercolor brush (such as size 2).
  • Cold or rough press watercolor paper, preferably 100% cotton. Although it can be pricey, quality watercolor paper will make wash control significantly easier. I usually use Arches cold press 140 lb paper. For the best value, purchase in full sheets (22"x30") and I can show you how to tear it down to the desired size.
  • Watercolor mixing palette. (optional, studio palettes available for use)
  • Water jar. (optional, studio palettes available for use)
  • Pencil and eraser.
  • 1" roll of masking or painter's tape.
  • Watercolor paint in at least the primary colors (red, blue, and yellow). A Payne's Gray or other neutral may also be helpful. Pans work just fine, but tubes provide more paint for the price, and may be squeezed into empty pans to dry. For example:
  • • Indian Yellow (a warm yellow)
    • Pyrrol Scarlet (a warm red)
    • Ultramarine Blue (a warm blue)

  For examples of appropriate materials, click here.

  
  

  Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to seven days before the start of class by contacting the office. Cancellation of this class will result in a $25 cancellation fee, to be deducted from the refund amount.

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