Watercolor Painting

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• A-209 Woodland Watercolor (FA26)

  • Start
    September 15, 2026
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  • End
    October 20, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: September 8
  Ages 18+
  
  

  Time to take in the beauty of the forest leaves and the creatures that live among them. Focus will be on warm fall colors, color layering, and incorporating watercolor pencils, colored pencils, and ink to add fine details. Materials list below.
  
  Instructor: Susan Vincent

  Dates: Tuesdays 9/15 - 10/20 (6 sessions)Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  
  Materials list:
  - Full set of watercolors in tubes
  - Several different sizes of watercolor brushes
  - Watercolor paper (any brand)
  - Pencil
  - Eraser
  - Masking tape
  - Very fine inking pens
  
  Watercolor pencils will be provided by instructor

  
  

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• A-208 Watercolor Basics (FA26)

  • Start
    October 07, 2026
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  • End
    November 11, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: September 30
  Ages 16+
  
  Painting with watercolors is such a fluid and exciting process. We will explore the unique qualities of watercolors and cover a variety of watercolor techniques as we create our paintings. Supplies and the processes to complete works of art will be reviewed. Students will be able to work along with the instructor, as well as work on individual projects. All skill levels welcome. Materials list below. Watercolor kits available for purchase. 
  
  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

  Dates: Wednesdays 10/7 - 11/11 (6 sessions)
  Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  
  

  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
  -Masking tape

  
  
  

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• WS-513 Chinese Brush Painting (FA26)

  • When
    October 17, 2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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    14

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  Registration deadline: October 10

  Ages 14+
  
  Join us for a traditional Chinese art form that uses ink and brush to create expressive, often symbolic works on paper or silk. It emphasizes capturing the essence of a subject rather than strict realism.  We will be using traditional tools and materials. All materials included.

  Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

  Date: Saturday,  October 17 (1 session)
  Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

  
  

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• A-211 Watercolor Painting (FA26)

  • Start
    October 26, 2026
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  • End
    November 30, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: October 19
  Ages 18+
  
  Come get comfortable and learn to enjoy painting with watercolors. Learn different techniques and explore a variety of subject matter. Follow along with the instructor’s demo or work on your own projects. While some watercolor experience is useful, it is not required; all skill levels are welcome. Materials list below. Watercolor kits are also available for purchase.
  
  Instructor: James Warmbrodt

  Dates: Mondays 10/26 - 11/30 (6 sessions)
  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  
  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
  -Masking tape

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• A-222 Loose Impressionist (FA26)

  • Start
    October 27, 2026
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  • End
    November 17, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    11

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  Registration deadline: October 20
  Ages 14+
  
  Learn all about the essential materials like paper, brushes, and palettes, plus the techniques for creating varied watercolor effects in this unique watercolor class. Both beginners and experienced artists wanting to explore are welcome.  All materials included. 
  
  Instructor: Sheila Klotz

  Dates: Tuesdays 10/27 - 11/17 (4 sessions)
  Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  
  

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• A-228 Painting with Watercolor & Ink (FA26)

  • Start
    November 02, 2026
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  • End
    November 23, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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    8

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  Registration deadline: October 26
  Ages 18+
  
  Learn how to get eye-catching effects in your art by combining vibrant, airy watercolors with the clean lines of ink.  What an enhancement to your work! All materials included.
  
  Instructor: Rachel Corn-Hicks

  Dates: Mondays 11/2 - 11/23 (4 sessions)
  Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  

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• C-210 YA Watercolor (FA26)

  • Start
    November 03, 2026
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  • End
    December 08, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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    11

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  Registration deadline: October 27
  Ages 13-16

  Come learn the basics of watercolor, from how to mix the colors you want to blending and painting techniques. Creative paintings are just around the corner in this fun new class.  All materials included.
  
  Instructor: Rachel Corn-Hicks

  Dates: Tuesdays 11/3 - 12/8 (6 sessions)
  Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

  
  

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• WS-220 Watercolor Cards (FA26)

  • When
    November 08, 2026
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: November 4

  Ages 12+

  Design and paint your own festive greeting cards using simple watercolor techniques suitable for beginners and experienced students alike. Bring your creativity and good cheer. Materials list below.

  Instructor: Susan Vincent

  Date: Sunday 11/8 (1 session)
  Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  
  
  

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• WS-222 Dreamy Watercolor Holiday Cards (FA26)

  • When
    November 21, 2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: November 14
  Ages 16+

  Using wet-into-wet watercolor painting techniques, you will create a set of 4 holiday cards that are both vibrant and eye-catching. What a personal touch to add to your gift giving this year. All materials included.

  Instructor: Rachel Corn-Hicks

  Date: Saturday 11/21 (1 session)
  Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  
  
  

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