Introduction to Watercolor
w/Marg Bucher
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Service Description
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 6 week course - Thursday mornings, March 13 - April 17 10am - 12pm Deadline to register: March 7 Class Description: We will cover various techniques, papers, paints and brushes used in watercolor painting. We will also talk about some of the elements of art: line, shape, space, texture and color. We will also explore ways to fix your “boo boos" and how to create better compositions. My hope is that each student will begin or add to a journey in creating that will be exciting and fun! Material list: I use Windsor Newton artist grade tube paints. What is true with all of these materials is that the better the materials are, the better your results be. Unfortunately, the better materials are more expensive. Materials are available from Dick Blick, Cheap Joe’s and Amazon. Paint: Alizeran Crimson Cadmium red Lemon yellow Cadmium yellow Veridian Green Sap green French Ultramarine Blue Cobalt Blue Burnt sienna Burnt umber Paper: I use 140lb D’Arches hot press paper but others like the rough or cold press papers that have different textures. The hot press paper is very smooth. We will try each type. If you already own other types of paper, even the paper that comes in blocks, that works too. I just prefer the loose sheets. I think that D’Arches paper is one of the best watercolor papers, but again, that is a personal preference. You can purchase any of these papers online or at Hobby Lobby. Brushes: Bring whatever brushes you may have. I use both flat brushes and rounds, but there are lots of different types to choose from, depending on what techniques you use. We will be discussing brushes and their uses during class. DON'T STRESS, WE HAVE SUPPLIES ON HAND! About the Instructor: Margaret (Marg) Bucher is a professional artist and retired art teacher who moved to Newberry in 2023 when she and her husband retired. Marg graduated from Purdue University with a BFA and has worked as a painter and teacher ever since. She and her husband owned a business called Wee Little Arts in Richmond, VA for years before moving, and she has taught students from pre -K through adult for many years. She is a signature member of the Virginia Watercolor Society where she has shown in many of their juried shows. She has won awards in many regional and national shows, her last receiving first place at the Newberry Plein Air show in 2024. Her paintings hang in various public and private collections.
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Cancellation Policy
Class Cancellation & Refund Policy We understand that life brings surprises to us all, and sometimes people must cancel their class reservation. Seating is limited and we may have people on the waiting list for the class. Please be considerate and let us know as soon as possible if you need to change your plans. Help us continue to offer these wonderful classes, at the most affordable costs possible, by reading and adhering to our cancellation, refund and transfer policies. Please note that under no circumstances will NAC prorate any classes, camps or workshops. Cancellation Policy Classes and Workshops: NAC cancels classes when enrollment minimums are not reached. Cancellations are determined no later than 2 business days before the class starts. One Day/Evening Workshops & Events: These 3-hour workshops or events are cancelled when enrollment minimums are not reached. Cancellations are determined no later than 1 business days before the class starts. Kids & Teens Summer Camps: NAC cancels camps when enrollment minimums are not reached. Cancellations are determined no later than 4 business days before the camp starts. Refund Policy Full refunds are given for any class, workshop or event if the class is cancelled by NAC. Cancellations occur when the enrollment does not reach the minimum enrollment. If a student chooses to withdraw from a class, workshop or event, prior to the start date, the refund policy is as follows: Classes and Workshops • 100% refund with 4 or more days notice prior to start date of the class. • 50% refund with 3 or more days notice to start date of the class. • No refunds will be granted after the start of the class or workshop. Camps • 100% refunds with 7 or more days notice. • If a camper is not available for an entire week of camp, we highly recommend that the parents choose another week. Camps are designed to be a week-long learning experiences and projects are not designed to be completed on a day-by-day basis. Transfers • In place of refunds, transfers may be made to another class, or gift certificates may be issued to be used in the future toward classes, workshops and camps.
Contact Details
1202 Main Street, Newberry, SC, USA