An exciting lesson exploring the power of color in abstract painting. Find inspiration in the shapes and hues of life or from images and use the familiar as a jumping off pointalism to abstraction. Paint to music and respond to the beats with color. Artists of all skill levels can find success in abstract watercolors by using color theory to express the intangible qualities of emotion and mood, while experimenting with different paint application techniques.

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Make sure you wear your “art” clothes. Pigments from materials may stain clothing, fabrics and other surfaces. 

PAPER is VERY important!! I recommend an artist block of Arches, Cold Press, 140 lb., 9” x 12”

• Alizarin Crimson

• Cadmium Red

• Lemon Yellow

• Viridian Green

• Cerulean Blue

• Ultramarine

• Payne’s Grey

• Sepia

Different types of Paint Brands I recommend: Grumbacher, Holbein and Winsor Newton 

Several photographs for reference. 

Brushes: round tip #8 or 10, 1⁄2 inch flat tip, slant tip, one large round brush #20, 25, or 30. Smaller brushes for detail. 

A color chart, cup to place water, cloth or paper towel, a palette, a pencil and gum eraser are also required. There is a more extensive materials list, just ask an I can provide it.