Description
PINK MAGNOLIAS IN WATERCOLOUR WITH FRANCIS MARTE
MONDAY, MAR 3
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
$75 ($50 + $25 Supply Fee)
Class Limit: 12 Students
Beginners Welcome!
In this class, we’ll tackle the art of painting stunning magnolia flowers. This tutorial is perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists looking to refine their skills and create a captivating magnolia painting. One of the key focuses of this class will be the play of light on the magnolia petals. The instructor will guide you through techniques to highlight delicate nuances and bring out the flower’s natural beauty. Magnolias are an ideal subject for practicing watercolor techniques, allowing you to experiment and improve your skills.
The instructor will show you step-by-step on how to paint this subject using various techniques.
1. Assessing the reference photo
2. Trace transferring the reference image into watercolour paper
3. Painting the petals using wet-on-wet
4. Painting the petals using recommended colour pigments
5. Painting the twigs focusing on rounded forms
6. Painting leaves using bright and neutral greens
7. Refining details
About the Instructor:
Francis Marte is a realistic watercolourist with years of professional experience. He has participated in various exhibits and has been featured in international watercolour publications. Francis possesses a strong sense of artistry, consistently displayed in all his art pieces. He is a well regarded watercolour instructor for emerging watercolourists.
To see more of Francis’s work, check out his Facebook and Instagram:
Facebook: francismartewatercolours
Instagram: @francismartewatercolours
Check out more classes with Francis!
Most supplies are included in the supply fee.
Instructor will provide watercolour paint, masking fluid, and photo reference.
The Paint Spot will provide watercolour paper (Arches 300lb cold press), watercolour brushes, 2 palettes, kneadable eraser, masking tape, mounting board.
Please Bring:
1. Handful of kitchen paper towels, ballpoint pen, 2 containers for water
2. Suitable art clothes, hand towel, notebook, snack, drink, and your own PPE (mask, hand sanitizer)
You will receive a 20% discount on all art supplies from your registration until the end of the class!
Artelier is located at 10045 81 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta (back alley entrance). The workshop space is one block south of The Paint Spot.
Pink Magnolias in Watercolour Workshop, Edmonton, Alberta
