Active Watercolor 100 (for the Absolute Beginner)

Instructor: Gail Bauman

Discover the fun of watercolors! Learn and develop basic techniques and creative processes for painting with watercolor in a fun and risk-free environment. Good for beginners just starting out.

Watercolor Supply List pdf

Art Supplies to Bring to Class:

Brushes: Synthetic Taklon
Round:  #6, #8 and/or #10, these brushes should come to a fine point,
1 – ¾” flat brush; 1 – 11/2”  flat brush

Paper: A good paper makes a world of difference.
2 watercolor tablets (11” x 15” and 9” x 12”)
140# cold press is good for beginners. (140# refers to the thickness of the paper)
Choose Strathmore or beginning work. Use Arches for higher quality work.

Paint: Watercolor paints come in small tubes.
Winsor-Newton, Academy and Cottman brands are acceptable student grade paints.
First set of tube colors (7 ml. size) to purchase: Alizarin Crimson, Viridian Green, Lemon Yellow, Cobalt Blue, Sap Green and Payne’s Grey

Additional Supplies:
Water container, VIVA paper towels, palette, spray bottle, kneaded eraser, masking fluid, Scotch Brand Masking Tape, masking eraser (2×2 square rubber eraser), 1-2 sheets of graphite paper (9 x 13”). Plain white plastic corrugated backboard; like garage sale signs. These will also be available for purchase in class.

Optional: rubber gloves and an apron (in case things get a little messy)

Where to shop:
Michael’s Arts & Crafts – Governor’s Square Blvd., Hobby Lobby – Thomasville Rd,
On-line: www.cheapjoes.com; www.dickblick.com

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