Embracing Texture in Watercolor / September 26

$100.00

WHEN: 1-day Workshop / Saturday, September 26, from 10 AM-4 PM, with one hour lunch.

AGES: Adults, 18+

DESCRIPTION: Take your watercolor paintings to the next level in this fun, day-long workshop with artist Kim Vander Vinne. This workshop is perfect for artists who want to move beyond flat washes and explore the possibilities of watercolor, creating rich, dynamic texture and interesting surface effects.

Students will experiment with a variety of techniques using everyday materials such as salt, rubbing alcohol, plastic wrap, and more to create unique patterns, backgrounds, and visual interest. Kim will demonstrate how and when to use each technique, helping participants discover how texture can add depth, movement, and personality to their work.

With plenty of time for exploration, practice, and individual guidance, this workshop encourages creativity and playful discovery. Students will put new skills into practice by creating a finished painting that incorporates the favored textured effects.

SKILL LEVEL: All levels welcome

LOCATION: Vinay and Suman Das Foundation 2d Studio, across the street at 116

TUITION: $100 for non-members / $90 for current CAC members, enter code CACMEMBER at checkout to receive 10%-member discount

SUPPLIES: A variety of watercolor brushes

  • Painting pallet with mixing wells

  • Watercolor paints you are accustomed to

  • Board to tape paintings to, ex. Foam board, Masonite, gator board in 9x12 or 12x16

  • Spray bottle

  • Tape

  • Some paint and paper will be supplied

WHEN: 1-day Workshop / Saturday, September 26, from 10 AM-4 PM, with one hour lunch.

AGES: Adults, 18+

DESCRIPTION: Take your watercolor paintings to the next level in this fun, day-long workshop with artist Kim Vander Vinne. This workshop is perfect for artists who want to move beyond flat washes and explore the possibilities of watercolor, creating rich, dynamic texture and interesting surface effects.

Students will experiment with a variety of techniques using everyday materials such as salt, rubbing alcohol, plastic wrap, and more to create unique patterns, backgrounds, and visual interest. Kim will demonstrate how and when to use each technique, helping participants discover how texture can add depth, movement, and personality to their work.

With plenty of time for exploration, practice, and individual guidance, this workshop encourages creativity and playful discovery. Students will put new skills into practice by creating a finished painting that incorporates the favored textured effects.

SKILL LEVEL: All levels welcome

LOCATION: Vinay and Suman Das Foundation 2d Studio, across the street at 116

TUITION: $100 for non-members / $90 for current CAC members, enter code CACMEMBER at checkout to receive 10%-member discount

SUPPLIES: A variety of watercolor brushes

  • Painting pallet with mixing wells

  • Watercolor paints you are accustomed to

  • Board to tape paintings to, ex. Foam board, Masonite, gator board in 9x12 or 12x16

  • Spray bottle

  • Tape

  • Some paint and paper will be supplied

CAC CANCELLATION POLICY: No refunds are permitted for tuitions paid for educational programs. Participants may receive a 50% tuition credit that can be used for a future educational program at CAC. No credits will be given the day class is to start or after the start of the educational program. Should CAC cancel any educational program, all participants will receive a full refund.