FALL 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE

Fall Watercolor Studio

 Intermediate/Advanced Level 

Wednesdays, September 10 to October 22, 2025 (7 weeks)
9:30 am to 12:30 pm PST

on Zoom
Limit: 8 students
THIS CLASS IS FULL.

This is a continuation of my exploration of abstract watercolor. In this 7-week class, we will continue our focus on Color – this time, practicing techniques for different color effects. We will look at moving color with spray and water; pouring and layering colors to create even fields, creating striking color effects with drybrush techniques, experimenting with color properties on different surfaces, and more. All classes are supplemented with demo recordings, critiques, and slide presentations featuring inspiring watercolor painters. 

Tuition: $490 

To register, email me separately at lindajamesart@gmail.com

Gage Academy of Art

Foundational Technique for Watercolor

Tuesdays, September 16 to October 14, 2025 (5 weeks)
9:30 am to 12:30 pm PST

on Zoom
Beginner Level

This workshop is designed for the beginning watercolor student. It is a fun, no-pressure way to explore the watercolor medium! We will focus on watercolor technique and a clear understanding of the pigments, brushes and papers, but also have time for experimentation, using watercolor and abstraction as the vehicle for personal expression. Over the five sessions, we will cover best practices for Handling a Brush, Controlling Water and Pigment, Mixing and Layering Colors, and Creating Textural Effects. All techniques will be demonstrated and include hands-on exercises. In addition, concepts will be illustrated in a slide presentation of works by noted artists.

Tuition: $430

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Gage Academy of Art

Intermediate Color & Technique for Watercolor

Tuesdays, October 21 to November 18, 2025 (5 weeks)
9:30 to 12:30 pm PST

on Zoom
Intermediate Level

In this 5-week online class, we will take foundational techniques to the next level. Learn more about the properties of your pigments in order to create interesting color palettes and to replicate colors from nature. Practice creating even washes and using glazes of color in your watercolor paintings. Explore wet-on-wet techniques to create softer edges in your work…and more. All techniques will be demonstrated and include hands-on exercises. Classes will be supplemented with slide presentations, demo recordings, handouts, and group critiques of work done in and out of class.
Beginning watercolor experience is necessary.

Tuition: $430

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