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Watercolor Class
- Class Duration: Typically 2 hours (Contact for more hours if from out of town)
- Projects: Tailored to student’s interest and skill level
- Additional Resources: Books and videos by other artists
- Completion: Beginner to intermediate students usually complete a project in one session
Introductory Class:
- Simple landscapes provided
- Experienced students can choose advanced subjects like still-life and portrait
Cost per Student:
- $60/person for one-on-one session
- $40/person for two or more people
- Materials Provided: Paper, paints, paintbrush, and palette (if student doesn’t have any, or is unsure of what to bring.)
Maximum Number of Students: 8
Scheduling and Payment:
- Payment: Cash, check, and credit card accepted
- Class Availability: Wednesday-Friday and some Saturdays
Class Techniques:
- Fundamental steps of watercolor painting: initial paint application, drying, and layering
- Techniques: “wet on wet”, “dry brush”, and “gradation” of hue
Contact Information:
- Yuri Ozaki
- Email: ozakifineart@gmail.com
Supply List:
Paper:
- Arches cold press 140 lb or Saunders Waterford cold press 140 lb
- Avoid: Carson XL, Strathmore 300 series, Michael’s, Hobby Lobby brand
Paint Brushes:
- No. 10 round and ¾” or 1” flat (Instructor has extra brushes if needed)
- Avoid: Very cheap brushes
Paints:
- Recommended Brands: Holbein, M.Graham and Co., Daniel Smith extra fine watercolors, Winsor & Newton Professional watercolor
- Colors:
- Burnt umber and/or burnt sienna
- Sepia or Neutral tint or Payne’s gray
- Sap green or olive green
- Yellow Ochre
- Pale Yellow or Lemon Yellow or Yellow light
- Alizarin Crimson or similar
- Ultramarine Blue or Cobalt Blue or Prussian Blue
- Cadmium Red or similar
Palette:
- Masters International Folding watercolor palette or similar (available for sale)
- Ensure enough space for mixing colors
Additional Supplies:
- Masking tapes (Neutral color preferred)
- Backing boards provided