Color Mixing (on the palette vs. the paper) - Beginner

Color Mixing (on the palette vs. the paper) - Beginner

Class | Available

140 East Main Street Tuckerton, NJ 08087 United States
TBD
Beginner
5/31/2025 (one day)
10:00 AM-1:00 PM EDT on Sat
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$55.00

Color Mixing (on the palette vs. the paper) - Beginner

Class | Available

Learn the basics of color mixing to achieve stunning results in your watercolor paintings! In this beginner-friendly class, participants will delve into the art of mixing colors both on the palette and directly on the paper.

By the end of the workshop, you'll have a solid grasp of color theory and the confidence to create dynamic, harmonious compositions.

Objectives/Goals:

  • Participants will understand the differences and benefits of mixing colors on the palette versus on the paper, enhancing their ability to create depth and vibrancy in their paintings.
  • Participants will leave with completed watercolor pieces that demonstrate their skills in both mixing techniques, showcasing their ability to create beautiful color transitions and effects.
  • Participants will learn essential watercolor techniques such as wet-on-wet, glazing, and blending, enabling them to achieve a variety of textures and tones in their artwork.

What to Expect:

In this 3-hour class, you'll start with a brief introduction to color theory and the basic principles of color mixing. Through guided exercises, you'll practice mixing colors on the palette and experimenting with blending them directly on the paper. The class will include hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and personalized feedback from the instructor to ensure you progress confidently. By the end of the session, you'll have vibrant watercolor paintings to take home, along with the skills and techniques to continue your exploration of color mixing.

Sign up now and unlock the secrets of color mixing to elevate your watercolor paintings!

  • All supplies provided by instructor.  

    There is a $10 Supply Fee which is to be paid to the instructor at the time of the class.  Please bring cash.

Cesaretti, Kimberly
Kimberly Cesaretti

Kim was born in northern New Jersey, residing in Elizabeth and Hillside prior to moving “down the shore” with her family to Lanoka Harbor in December, 1971, where she and her two younger sisters were raised. She has been an artist since early childhood, from the moment she could pick up a crayon and make marks on paper. While a student attending Lacey Township High School, Kim participated in the New Jersey State Teen Arts Festival where her watercolor work was chosen to tour the state. Also, one of her oil paintings won second place in the New Jersey State Congressional Art Competition in her senior year. After high school, Kim attended the prestigious Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University. She continued her education at Ocean County College (OCC) and, while a student there, Kim landed a job as a Graphics Artist at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst (NAWCADLKE), NJ. She continued her career there after earning her Associate Degree in Fine Arts from OCC and then went on to earn a degree in Art Education from Georgian Court College in May 1995. Upon graduation, Kim received the Art Award from the Art Department at GCC and the Dean’s Medal of Academic Excellence (Highest GPA, Evening Division). While still employed as a Graphics Artist at NAWC, Kim earned a Master of Science in Systems Management with a Certificate in Technology Management from Capitol College, Laurel, MD in May 1998. After a seven year career as a Graphics Artist, Kim took the opportunity to enter the acquisition field in the Department of Defense as a Contract Specialist in August, 1997. Then, in January, 2000, Kim was hired as an Adjunct Instructor at Georgian Court College/Georgian Court University to help start and develop a web design program for the Art Department. Kim married her husband, Albert, in October, 2000. They have two daughters.