The Art of Watercolor: Beginners techniques and layering

Sat May 09 2026 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC-04:00

Fierce Art Gallery Studio | Wilton Manors

artist Sherman
Publisher/Hostartist Sherman
The Art of Watercolor: Beginners techniques and layering
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Get ready to unleash your creativity, have some fun, and relax as you learn the art of watercolor in this class suitable for all levels
About this Event

The Art of watercolor - Hands on workshop

Discover the basics of watercolor in a relaxed, step-by-step 2-hour workshop designed for absolute beginners and curious hobbyists. You’ll practice essential techniques, complete 2 small studies, and leave with the confidence to continue painting at home.


What you’ll learn

- Setting up your workspace and materials

- Transparent washes and wet-on-wet vs. wet-on-dry techniques

- Controlling edges, values, and layering

- Basic color mixing and a simple palette

- Quick composition tips for small paintings

- Basic color theory


Details

- Date & time: Saturday, 05/09/2026 — 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

- Location: Fierce Art Gallery — 2424 N Dixie Highway Wilton Manors FL

- Duration: 2 hours

- Advanced RSVP required

- Class size: Limited seats for personalized guidance


What to bring

- Watercolor brush (medium to small; round or flat/tapered)

- Watercolor tubes or pans with mixing palette

- Watercolor paper 300gsm or 140 lb (recommended)

- Water container, paper towels, masking tape

- Reference material to paint from (ie., portrait, landscape, photo; can be printed or used from your phone for painting)


What’s included

- Guided demos and hands-on practice

- Printed technique notes and reference


Why attend

Learn reliable, repeatable watercolor techniques in a supportive setting, meet fellow creatives, and walk away with new skills.


Seats are limited — register now to secure your spot!


Agenda

🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Introductions and walk through of process
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
The fun begins! Hands-on workshop acrylic pour

Info: Let the fun begin! Hands-on workshop. We will walk through various techniques while you practice techniques. During this time individually we will be painting from reference images you brought using techniques learned during the class. Ask any questions along the way!


🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Cleanup & Questions

Info: We will begin cleaning up and letting the art work dry.... note this takes awhile so we can either leave it to dry and pick up or we can use a blow dryer to quicken the process.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fierce Art Gallery Studio, 2424 Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, United States

Tickets

USD 64.78 to USD 76.19

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