Step by Step Watercolor Painting for Beginners with Kerri Shiekman
Adult Classes | Available
Have you always wanted to learn watercolor but were afraid and intimidated? Learn the fundamentals of watercolor in this beginners class. Learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting! This class will focus heavily on learning watercolor techniques, materials, and color mixing so you can feel confident and comfortable building your own skills that will lead you to create your own personal style. Pick up that paintbrush today and let go of that fear!
• Class is confirmed 1 week prior to start and may be cancelled due to low enrollment
• The suggested levels are guidelines only; please contact us if you have questions
• Late registrations are welcome. Call to have your tuition adjusted
• Please review our policies regarding make-ups, refunds, and enrollment at www.theartguild.org/policies
Paint: Tubes OR Pots/Cakes of Watercolor Paints (warm and cool version of each primary color) Recommended: Winsor and Newton Cotman Watercolor Set of 10
Brushes: 3 rounds (between sizes 1 and 8), ½ inch flat brush
Paper: 140lb Cold Pressed (sheet or block) any size no smaller than 7x10 is OK
Recommended: Arches
Flat wooden board or drawing board (to tape paper down to)
Masking tape
Palette (to mix and/or store paint)
2 containers or jars for water
Cloth or Absorbent Paper Towel Roll
Optional: Helpful but not necessary- Masking Fluid, White Gouache
Kerri Shiekman
Kerri Shiekman is a local resident and award-winning artist whose work has been exhibited across Long Island for more than 20 years. As an instructor at The Art Guild, she brings a supportive, encouraging approach and enjoys fostering her students' love of art. Kerri works primarily in watercolor and also has a strong foundation in drawing, oil painting, mixed media, and sculpture. She earned her B.A. in Studio Art and M.A. in Art Education from Adelphi University.