Figures in Color: family-friendly watercolor figure painting workshop

Figures in Color is an open figure painting session for all ages led by instructor Ida Mae, a watercolor artist, teacher, and curator. The 2-hour session features live, fully clothed African-American art models and figurative watercolor techniques. Also, participants use figurative art and creative writing as a vehicles to explore generational influences on body positivity in the Black community.

***Instructor-led figure drawing workshop: Figures in Color is led by fine art and watercolor instructor and artist, Ida Mae.

***Complimentary art supplies: Watercolor paint, brushes, paper, and additional art supplies are provided, thanks to our sponsor, Jerry's Artarama Charlotte.

***Free and open to the public: Figure in Color is a free program for all ages.

*** Body Positivity Talks by YASÉ, featuring Tammeka Staley.

Figures in Color is part of by Dasia Hood, in partnership with the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts and Culture.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States