FLORA AND FAUNA IN WATERCOLOR
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
Carol Mann
Nature is an endless source of inspiration. Painting it offers a way to study it more closely and discover awe in the ordinary. This class will provide students with the tools and understanding needed to effectively capture the essence of several familiar plants and animals. Participants will be introduced to basic techniques for defining form, adding textural details, and integrating subjects into strong, cohesive compositions.
Wednesdays, 1pm – 4pm
May 6 – June 3
Members $240 / Nonmembers $280
Class Supply List
Paints (tube pigments good student quality such as Winsor and Newton Cotman or professional quality): lemon yellow, yellow ochre, french ultramarine blue or ultramarine blue, phthalo blue (green shade), quinacridone magenta, perylene green, burnt sienna, white gouache.
Paper: 9″x12″ 140 lb. cold pressed
Brushes: 1″ or 3/4″ flat synthetic
#8 round synthetic sable
#1 liner or script brush
#6 round synthetic
1/4″ chisel or short handle bright brush
Palette or flat surface for mixing paint
Water container
Paper or reusable towels
9 Water Street
Mystic, CT 06355