Watercolor Portrait Painting Workshop

Join this full day workshop and learn techniques on creating portraits in watercolor. Bring a photo of a loved one or use a teacher-supplied reference photo from which to hone your skills.

All levels of painting experience are welcome, but basic drawing skills are required as you must come to the workshop with a light pencil drawing of your portrait choice.

Watercolor paper can be picked up at the front desk of the HCA the week before the workshop (Monday–Friday between 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.). Please coordinate with Program Director, Stephanie Madden, stephanie@hopartscenter.org for pick up. 

Please note: If you prefer to use your own or buy your own watercolor paper, please draw on the following recommended options:

• Best: Arches Cold Press 140# Watercolor Block (100% Co?on), 7x10 or 9x12”
• Good: Canson Montval 140# Watercolor Block

Instructor: Richard Denzer
Materials: All painting materials will be provided, but please bring your own beverages and food, or take advantage of takeout from a nearby Hopkinton restaurant!

Grade: Adult
Class Day: Saturday, August 17, 2024
Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

HCA Policies: Please review the HCA Student Policies and Procedures on our website here.

• Injury Waiver: In registering for classes you are required to agree to the HCA injury waiver. 
• Photo Release Agreement: You have the ability to agree to the HCA's Photo Release Agreement during the registration process.
• Waiting List: If this class is sold out it will say so below and will not allow you to register. If this is the case, please add your name to our waitlist here.
• Scholarships: The HCA believes the arts are for everyone and thanks to the generosity of The Sandra Delbridge Scholarship Fund and individual donations to our scholarship fund we are able to assist children, teens, and adults who might not otherwise be able to afford classes. Assistance is awarded on the basis of demonstrated need, motivation, and potential benefit to the student. Apply for a scholarship here.

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