WINTER 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE

WINTER WATERCOLOR STUDIO

 Intermediate/Advanced Level 

Wednesdays, Jan, 15th to Feb. 19th, 2025 (6 weeks)
9:30 am to 12:30 pm PST
on Zoom
Limit: 9 students

Tuition: $400

This is a continuation of my exploration of abstract watercolor. In this 6-week class, we will focus on watercolor and
mixed media – specifically pastel, gouache, and colored pencils/pens. I am also responsive to any mixed media techniques the class wants to explore. All classes are supplemented with demo recordings, group critiques, and slide presentations featuring inspiring watercolor painters.  

For more information or to register, send requests to lindajamesart@gmail.com

Gage Academy of Art

Exploring the Abstract Landscape

 Intermediate Level 

Thursdays, Jan. 16th to March 20, 2025 (10 weeks)
9:30 am to 12:30 pm PST
on Zoom

Tuition: $630

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In this 10-week class, we will focus on various techniques to abstract a landscape. Using examples from a different artist each week, we will explore the methods they use to create abstraction in their landscape paintings. We will work from photos as well as our imagination. The goal is to capture the feeling of a place – how it impacts you personally. All demos will be done with watercolor, but students can participate with any watermedia. Classes are supplemented with slide presentations, demo recordings, handouts, and group critiques of work done in and out of class. 

Gage Academy of Art

Foundational Techniques for Watercolor

 Beginning Level 

Tuesdays, Feb. 18th to March 18th, 2025 (5 weeks)
9:30 am to 12:30 pm PST
on Zoom

Tuition: $390

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This class 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 5 weeks, 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. Classes will be supplemented with slide presentations, demo recordings, handouts, and group critiques of work done in and out of class.