WATERCOLOR EXPLORATIONS
Saturdays, January 9-February 27 
1-3 p.m. 
Instructor:  Amy Stephen
*snow makeup date March 6  
Sessions: 8 
Member: $205 •â€¯Non-Member $225 
Embrace the unpredictable nature of watercolor through a variety of exercises designed to help students explore color, texture, and layering. Whether you’re new to the medium or looking to expand your skills, this class encourages curiosity, creative expression, and the freedom to experiment.
REQUIRED SUPPLIES (STUDENT PROVIDED):
Brushes
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Synthetic watercolor brushes (both round and flat brushes in a variety of sizes)
SUGGESTED SUPPLY LIST:
Student-grade or artist-grade watercolor paints (tubes or pans)
Suggested Starter Colors
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Cadmium Red
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Rose Madder
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Ultramarine Blue
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Cerulean Blue
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Lemon Yellow
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Yellow Ochre
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Sap Green
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Burnt Sienna
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Burnt Umber
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Payne’s Gray
Watercolor Paper
(Sizes: 9x12 and/or 11x14)
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140 lb / 300 gsm
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Cold press (recommended for beginners)
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100% cotton paper for those who want a professional upgrade
Drawing Supplies
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HB pencil
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Kneaded eraser
Palette & Accessories
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Palette with mixing wells (plastic or ceramic)
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Water containers
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Paper towels or cotton rag
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Painter’s tape or artist’s tape
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Spray bottle (for keeping paints moist and creating soft effects)
Optional Extras
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White gouache or Ink (for highlights)
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Masking fluid (to preserve the white of the paper)
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Table salt (for texture effects)
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Old card or pallet knife for scraping
*Classroom Shared Supplies
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Hair dryers
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Reference photographs
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Board and Easels
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Water containers (if needed)