Foundations of Watercolor
Watercolor is an inspiring water-soluble medium that provides many attractions for artists of all levels. The materials needed are simple and few— paper, paint, water, and several (choice) assorted brushes. Their light, portable quality makes them ideal for recording a variety of studies in both nature and landscape. Watercolors are also quick -drying, making the clean-up much easier than other mediums.
This four-day workshop will focus in on the essential elements of Watercolor: the paper, paint, brushes, and types of washes. The Methods used by the great Masters in Watercolor will also be introduced to provide a better foundation in working in this popular but challenging medium.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Beginner to intermediate |
| Materials Included: | Student to provide their own materials, can be purchased at Art's Paper & Paint. |
| Requirements: | Recommended Materials: · Eight Watercolor Tubes (Winsor & Newton Cotman or Grumbacher Academy / student grade): Cadmium Yellow, Yellow Ochre, Cadmium Red, Alizarin Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, Cobalt Blue, Sap Green or Hooker’s Green Dark, Burnt Umber, Ivory Black (optional), Cerulean Blue (helpful). · Watercolor Block, 12” x 16” or 13” x 17” 140lb CP. (include an 18” straight edge) · Several No. 2B pencils w/ two kneaded rubber erasers, necessary for sketching compositional outlines · No. 6 & No.10 pointed round sable brushes; ½” flat wash helpful (Note: The Winsor & Newton “Sceptre Gold” is a good quality sable blend w/ high grade synthetic filaments for affordable, excellent color- carrying capacity). · A good watercolor palette w/ at least five wells and slanted troughs (ceramic is better than plastic). · Two clear water jars: one for mixing and diluting color, and the other for cleaning brushes; (paper towels will be needed too) · An eye-dropper or small “Boston Bottle” is handy for adding water to your colors. · Watercolor supplies case for keeping brushes and colors organized |
| Instructor: | Mark Cassata |
| Instructor Bio: | Born and raised in Rye, New York, Mark Cassata has been an artist his entire life. His training began at an early age with his father, who was a European-trained portrait artist. Earning his B.F.A. and M.A.T. from Manhattanville College, Mark has been a professor of fine art since 1983. As a faculty member at Pace University and as a guest lecturer for many organizations, his areas of expertise are drawing, painting, art history and architectural drawing. Mark began to take commissions while still finishing his degrees. Early exploratory works were from travels to Arizona, California and Hawaii; now his subject matter gravitates to the historical beauty of New York and New England. Skill in classical drawing and composition shows in his seascapes, landscapes and architectural themes. Inspiration comes to him from the study of the boundless splendor and order of nature. Combining his training in art and architecture, he is best known for his attention to fine detail. Mark's work has been seen in various exhibitions in Westchester County and on Long Island. Commissioned work includes historical Rye Presbyterian Church, scenes of Long Island Sound and many private homes in Westchester and surrounding areas. |
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