Watercolor Portraiture Workshop with Live Model with Rob Silverman

Watercolor Portraiture Workshop with Live Model with Rob Silverman

Adult Classes | Unavailable

200 Port Washington Blvd. Manhasset, NY 11030 United States
Indoor/Outdoor
ALL
8/12/2026-8/26/2026
1:00 PM-4:00 PM on Wed
$250.00 USD
$215.00 USD

Watercolor Portraiture Workshop with Live Model with Rob Silverman

Adult Classes | Unavailable

Explore the art of portrait painting in watercolor through direct observation of a live model. This immersive workshop is designed for artists of all experience levels who want to strengthen their understanding of facial structure, skin tones, light, and expression while working in the fluid and expressive medium of watercolor. Students will learn techniques for developing accurate proportions, creating luminous washes, layering color, and capturing personality and mood. Instruction includes demonstrations, individualized guidance, and discussions on composition, brushwork, and color mixing specific to portraiture.

Whether you are new to watercolor or looking to refine your portrait skills, this workshop offers a supportive studio environment focused on observation, technique, and creative expression.


  • • Class is confirmed 1 week prior to start and may be cancelled due to low enrollment

    • The suggested ages 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

  • A View Catcher or equivalent is recommended.

  • Pencils: #2 or HB graphite pencils

  • BRUSHES: Round Sable or equivalent synthetic: #12, 8, 4 and 2; Flat,
  • soft synthetic: #12 and 8. Bristle flats: #6, 4 and 2

  • Paper: 100% Cotton Cold Press 9x12 or 11x14, Tape sheet to a board or
  • use block.  Arches Aquarelle or Fabriano Artistico are good options.
  • OTHER: kneaded eraser; paper towels or rags; small sheets of paper for
  • scratch.

  • COLORS:
  • Cerulean Blue or Turquoise
  • Ultramarine Blue
  • Viridian
  • Cad Red
  • Alizaron Crimson
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Raw Umber
  • Yellow Ochre
  • Cad Yellow
  • Chinese White
  • Ivory Black
  • Violet
Silverman, Rob
Rob Silverman

Rob Silverman’s innovative techniques have been featured in American Artist Workshop Magazine and The Art of the Portrait, the official publication of the Portrait Society of America. His work has appeared at Crosby Street Gallery and Spring Studio Gallery in Soho, the Art League of Long Island, Edward Hopper House, The Art Guild of Port Washington, The National Art League, the Lockwood-Mathews Museum, as well as the National Arts Club and Salmagundi Club.

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