“Capturing the Light”

“Capturing the Light”

Workshop | Registration opens 8/15/2026 12:00 AM EDT

94 Stafford Ave. Manahawkin, NJ 08050 United States
TBD
All (watercolor exp required)
5/17/2027-5/19/2027
10:00 AM-4:00 PM EDT on Mon Tue Wed
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$430.00
$395.00

“Capturing the Light”

Workshop | Registration opens 8/15/2026 12:00 AM EDT

“Capturing the Light” Watercolor Workshop with Lynn Ferris, AWS, NWS, TWSA, FWS

Light and shadow are essential design tools that can transform a painting’s impact.

In this signature workshop, Lynn Ferris guides students in using light and shadow to strengthen composition, create drama, and convey mood across a variety of subjects.  Students will work from instructor-provided reference materials to maintain a focused and cohesive learning experience. Personal photos will not be used during the workshop.

The emphasis is on understanding and applying concepts—exploring light sources, shadow patterns, and techniques for creating a convincing sense of glow—rather than completing a finished painting.

Each day includes a 45-minute demonstration followed by guided studio time. An afternoon demo completes the morning project, allowing students to continue working with individualized instruction and feedback.

Handouts and reference materials are provided.

All levels welcome, but experience in watercolor is required.

Note:  The photo used for this workshop represents Lynn's work.  It is not the image to be painted in class. 

  • Secure your spot by registering early! 

    If you register on or     before January 1, 2027, a $100 deposit is required at the time of registration, with the remaining balance due by February 15, 2027.


    For registrations after January 1, 2027, the full tuition is required at the time of registration.

    This is a three-day workshop featuring a guest artist, and our 35-day cancellation policy applies. Please review the cancel policy     here.

  • Paper:

    Good quality paper is essential! “Student grade” paper will be frustrating to work with. I recommend Arches 140lb cold-press. You will need at least a “quarter sheet” (11 x 15) for each day of class, plus some extra.

    Paints:

    The list is short, but the colors are important:

    Pthalo blue (also called Winsor blue, green shade)
    Pthalo Green (also called Winsor green, blue shade).
    Alizarin Crimson
    Cadmium yellow, (pale or light), -or- Hansa yellow
    Cobalt blue

    Optional colors (but nice to have)

    Permanent Rose
    Burnt Sienna
    Cadmium red, medium

    Brushes:

    Whatever brushes you are happy using are fine.
    Masking fluid or “frisket”:
    Also be sure you have a decent brush or applicator, since you will be reserving the most important parts of your painting: The whites!
    Most days I will give you tracings to get you started with the drawing. You are always free to draw by hand, but if you will be using the tracing, you will need transfer (graphite) paper.

    Other stuff:

    Palette
    Pencil (regular #2 or mechanical pencil is fine)
    Eraser
    Masking tape
    Straight edge
Ferris, Lynn
Lynn Ferris

Lynn Ferris, AWS, NWS, TWSA, FWS, is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society, the National Watercolor Society, the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, and the Florida Watercolor Society.

Her work was the subject of feature articles in both “Watercolor” magazine and “The Art of Watercolour” and can be seen in the prestigious “Splash” series of books published by North Light. 

Her many awards include “The Artist’s Magazine” All-Media competition, and “Best of Show” in both the Florida Watercolor and Tallahassee Watercolor Society Annual exhibits.

Look for Lynn’s instructional articles in “The Artist’s Magazine” and “Watercolor Artist”. A sought after instructor and juror, Lynn teaches to sold out workshops and judges exhibits nationally.

Lynn's website