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Nature's Palette: Natural Watercolor Making

  • Circle Studio 62 Plains Road New Paltz, NY, 12561 United States (map)

LEARN TO CREATE WATERCOLORS FROM NATURALLY SOURCED PIGMENTS!

In this workshop, local painter Laura Leigh will walk through the traditional method of creating oil and watercolor paint from Catskill and Appalachian Mountain rocks and clay. This includes gathering stones, milling pigments, and applying these paints with your painting process.

Laura will also discuss basic geology, the history of pigments, safety procedures, and areas of the mountains where she collects her stones.  Each student will have the opportunity to create a small watercolor palette to take home.

The end of the workshop will feature an open-paint session with pigments, charcoal and watercolor mediums. Laura will guide you to create your own painting based on nature, imagination, or a reference photo.  This workshop is suitable for ages 12+ and any skill level.

No previous knowledge required. All materials included.

Advanced tickets required. Please register HERE.

WHEN: POSTPONED Until May 20th, 2023 from 12-2pm

WHERE: Circle Studio, 62 Plains Rd. New Paltz, NY 12561

Sliding Scale Donation: No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. If the suggested donation is in any way prohibitive, please reach out to us directly.

  • Sun: $33

  • Moon: $44

  • Star: $55

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