Composing Dynamic Watercolors
Composing Dynamic Watercolors with Annie Whittaker Pais
Composing a painting is similar to composing a song, a story or a recipe. You are communicating what you are feeling, seeing, and wanting to share with others. It’s an original, visual story. Composing a dynamic watercolor means using all the techniques of design and watercolor painting to best tell that story. For this class you will be using your own original photographs. Your subjects are your own choice. We will explore and practice taking these photos and choosing how to ‘crop’ them so they really lead the viewer to best experience whatever it is you are communicating.
During this four week class we’ll complete the process of composing from photos to finished watercolors. You will probably be able to finish approximately three watercolors.
The capacity for this class is 12 students. This class is presented in collaboration with the John C. Campbell Folk School. There will be an optional Orientation and Closing Ceremony hosted from the Folk School campus that students can attend online.
Class Materials Needed
3 or more original photographs, a sketchbook, drawing materials, and watercolor supplies.
Age Range
Adults
Skill Level
While all levels of experience are welcome; the goal of this class is to boost your current paintings to the next level. The instructor will be calling each of you individually, prior to the start of the first class to learn more about your interests and goals. The class will include a lot of individual and group interaction.
About the John C. Campbell Folk School & Lessonface
For 96 years, the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, North Carolina has transformed lives, and brought people together in a nurturing environment for experiences in learning and community life that spark self-discovery. Since 2013, Lessonface has connected more than 20,000 students with over 2,000 great teachers for live music, language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably.
When
The class will meet for four weekly 120-min live online sessions on Thursdays at 7 pm ET | 4 pm PT on the schedule below. The first session is on February 3.
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Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recordings of the classes.
How It Works
Students can connect to the online platform using a tablet or computer with reliable internet. To actively participate online students also need a webcam with microphone. Class enrollments may be cancelled for full refund up to five days before the class start date.
Book 1:1 online lessons with Annie Whittaker Pais on their Lessonface profile.
Annie Whittaker Pais
Raised in a studio near New York City by two artist parents and introduced to the world of art at an early age; I have been painting my entire life.