Intro to Watercolor: Essential Techniques & Your First Paintings • October 16

Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: The Arts Warehouse
313 NE 3rd St, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Skill Level: All levels welcome
Materials: All supplies included

Workshop Description

New to watercolor? Start here! This comprehensive introduction covers all the essential watercolor techniques every artist needs to know. You'll master basic brush control, color mixing, and water management while creating simple practice exercises and small paintings that build your confidence.

In this hands-on watercolor class, you'll learn:

• Fundamental watercolor brush techniques and water control
• Essential color mixing and basic color theory for transparent mediums
• When to use wet-on-wet vs. wet-on-dry watercolor approaches
• How to create smooth watercolor washes and gradients
• Common watercolor beginner mistakes and how to avoid them

Through guided watercolor exercises, you'll create a color mixing practice sheet, a simple botanical study, and a basic landscape element. No experience necessary - just bring your curiosity! While focused on watercolor, these foundational principles apply beautifully to all liquid mediums including acrylics, gouache, and ink.

About the Location

The Arts Warehouse, Delray Beach's vibrant creative hub, is nestled in the heart of the Pineapple Grove Arts District. Transformed from a 1960s industrial warehouse, this space has been revitalized into a dynamic, multi-use arts incubator. This innovative venue offers:

• Artist studios and exhibition spaces
• Regular gallery shows and openings
• Educational workshops and classes
• Community events and performances

You'll be painting in this inspiring environment, surrounded by the works of diverse local artists, soaking in that authentic industrial-art gallery atmosphere! The Arts Warehouse provides the perfect backdrop for your creativity to flourish. Get ready to explore your artistic potential in this unique and stimulating space!