Spend a fun day learning how to capture the world in watercolors as you paint your very own piece. In each class you will finish one painting of the given subject, all levels are welcome and lots of personal coaching will be provided. NO DRAWING SKILLS NEEDED! Drawings for All Subjects provided in Class.
All Workshops are limited to 6 students, sign up early to reserve you seat. Call the gallery to sign up for class and for more information 805-643-6400!
Please arrive 5 minutes early, class will start on time. All class reservations must be paid in advance and cannot be canceled or changed less than 72 hours prior to class. Sorry, no exceptions.
All Workshops are limited to 6 students, sign up early to reserve you seat. Call the gallery to sign up for class and for more information 805-643-6400!
Please arrive 5 minutes early, class will start on time. All class reservations must be paid in advance and cannot be canceled or changed less than 72 hours prior to class. Sorry, no exceptions.
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Watercolor Rooster - Color, Character & Confidence
Sunday, March 8th 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished painting Bold, expressive, and full of personality—roosters make the perfect watercolor subject! In this class, you’ll learn how to capture the vibrant colors, unique textures, and confident stance of a rooster using watercolor techniques that bring your painting to life. We’ll cover:
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Rustic Doors and Windows
Saturday, March 14th 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished painting Travel through Europe one brushstroke at a time in this watercolor class inspired by the colorful doors and windows found in charming villages and historic streets. From sun-faded shutters to textured stone walls and overflowing window boxes, you’ll learn how to capture the warmth, character, and timeless beauty of European architecture. In this class, you’ll explore:
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Legs the Octopus
Saturday, March 21st 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished painting Dive into the world of watercolor as you paint a playful and expressive octopus! In this class, we’ll explore loose watercolor techniques to create flowing tentacles, rich ocean colors, and soft underwater movement. You’ll learn how to layer washes, blend vibrant hues, and add texture to bring your octopus to life with personality and charm. Whether you’re new to watercolor or looking to loosen up your style, this class is a fun and relaxing way to explore color, movement, and creativity. No prior experience needed—just come ready to paint and have fun! |
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Santorini in Watercolors
Saturday, April 4th 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished painting Escape to the Greek Isles for an afternoon of watercolor painting! In this one-session class, you’ll learn basic watercolor techniques while creating a scenic Santorini landscape. Designed for all skill levels, this class will guide you through the techniques needed to capture the island’s whitewashed buildings, blue domes, and sparkling sea views; offering step-by-step instruction, inspiration, and a relaxing creative experience. All materials are provided, including reference sketches. |
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Watercolor Shells – Texture, Depth & Coastal Beauty
Sunday, April 19th 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished painting Capture the delicate beauty of the sea in this relaxing and inspiring watercolor workshop! In this class, you’ll choose from a variety of beautiful shell references and learn how to turn their natural curves, ridges, and subtle colors into a luminous watercolor painting. We’ll explore essential watercolor techniques including: ✨ Creating realistic texture with layered brushwork ✨ Building depth through shadows and highlights ✨ Blending soft coastal color palettes ✨ Using water control to create dimension and form You’ll discover how light interacts with the shell’s surface and how to translate that into transparent washes, rich shadows, and detailed accents. Whether you love soft neutrals or want to experiment with bolder seaside hues, this class gives you the freedom to make it your own. Perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike, this workshop is all about slowing down, observing closely, and letting watercolor do its magic. Come paint a little piece of the coast and leave with a finished shell that feels almost touchable. 🐚✨ |
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Watercolor Seahorse Workshop
Saturday, April 25th 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished painting Dive into the graceful beauty of the sea in this watercolor seahorse painting workshop with Phyllis Gubins. Known for her gentle guidance and encouraging teaching style, Phyllis will lead you step-by-step as you create a vibrant, flowing seahorse full of movement, color, and ocean charm. In this class you’ll explore: ✨ Layering transparent washes for rich, glowing color ✨ Creating texture and detail with fine brush techniques ✨ Building depth with shadows and highlights ✨ Blending watery backgrounds for a soft underwater feel Phyllis will demonstrate how to capture the delicate curves and intricate patterns that make seahorses so captivating, while giving you the freedom to personalize your colors and background. Whether you prefer natural ocean tones or bold, whimsical hues, your painting will reflect your unique style. |
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Watercolor Dandelion – Light, Movement & Delicate Detail
Sunday, May 3rd 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished painting Capture the soft, airy beauty of a dandelion in this relaxing watercolor workshop focused on light, texture, and gentle movement. In this class, you’ll learn how to paint the delicate seed head and floating wisps using simple techniques that create a surprisingly realistic and luminous effect. We’ll explore: ✨ Wet-on-wet techniques for soft, glowing backgrounds ✨ Fine brushwork for light, feathery details ✨ Creating contrast with subtle shadows and highlights ✨ Controlling water for crisp stems and airy seed textures You’ll discover how negative space and careful layering can bring a sense of depth and softness to your painting. Whether you choose a classic white dandelion against a dreamy sky or experiment with bold, colorful backgrounds, this class encourages you to make it your own. Perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike, this workshop is all about slowing down, playing with water and pigment, and capturing the quiet magic of something simple and beautiful. |
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Watercolor Crashing Waves
Sunday, May 24th 1-4pm $55 or $70 with all supplies, including an 11x14 mat for your finished paintingWatercolor Waves Crashing on Rocks – Texture, Power & Coastal Drama 🌊🪨Experience the raw beauty of the coastline in this watercolor workshop focused on waves crashing against rugged rocks. In this class, you’ll learn how to capture the energy of moving water alongside the solid texture of weathered stone—creating a painting full of contrast, depth, and movement. We’ll explore: ✨ Layering washes to build transparent, glowing waves ✨ Mixing rich ocean blues and sea-green tones ✨ Creating realistic rock texture with brushwork and dry-brush techniques ✨ Using shadows and highlights to add dimension and drama ✨ Painting foam, spray, and splash effects for dynamic impact You’ll discover how to balance soft, flowing water with bold, textured rock surfaces, and how light transforms both elements. We’ll break down the shapes of waves and the structure of rocky shorelines so you can confidently build your composition step by step. Perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike, this class is a wonderful way to explore movement, contrast, and expressive watercolor techniques while creating a powerful coastal scene. |
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Watercolor Supply List
The following is a list of necessary materials for our watercolor workshops and classes. Professional-grade materials are highly recommended & essential for good results.
You don’t need to buy new supplies, but your paintings and your enjoyment will only be as good as the tools you use.
REQUIRED SUPPLIES:
WATERCOLOR PAPER: A Cold-Pressed or Rough, good quality 100% cotton watercolor paper is essential.
Arches and Cheap Joe’s Kilimanjaro 140# full sheets, pads or blocks are preferred. Full sheets, 22’x30” sold in multi-packs are more affordable and available online from Cheap Joe’s, Jerry’s Artarama and Blick. The yellow, blue or white covered pads of Student Grade paper sold at Michael’s will not work in our classes.
PALETTE: A full-size watercolor palette with a lid is recommended. Please have your tube paints emptied into your palette and ready to use when you arrive. Your palette should also have an area for mixing your colors or have a separate porcelain palette for mixing. In a pinch, a white dinner plate will do for extra mixing space.
BRUSHES: There is no “magic” watercolor brush.
Please bring an assortment of Round & Flat Watercolor brushes in a variety of sizes. Other specialty brushes will be demonstrated and made available to use if needed in class. Watercolor brushes that are synthetics or blends are fine. Bring what you are most comfortable using. We love the Silver Brush brand. For a discount please add PhyllisGubins10 in the discount box for 10% off.
PAINTS: At Red Brick Art we use & recommend only professional grade tube watercolor paint as opposed to student grade paints.
Our favorite paints are Golden’s QoR Watercolors for their rich, brilliant colors. They flow beautifully and a little goes a long way so they will last much longer. Other professional grade watercolors are available from Holbein, Mission Gold, M.Graham, Daniel Smith, Winsor & Newton & Cheap Joe’s American Journey.
RECOMMENDED COLORS: This is a personal choice, so I am giving suggestions.
Choose a warm (yellow shade) and a cool (blue shade) of each of the primary colors plus any colors you especially enjoy. Select ONE of each color category for starters.
You will need a warm & a cool of red, blue, yellow & green, plus a few earth tones and darks. Also add a few impact colors that may spark your creativity, such as opera & teal.
OTHER NECESSARY SUPPLIES:
Masking tape and a waterproof board or solid surface to secure your watercolor paper.
Paper towels, a terry rag, masking fluid & applicator, an old toothbrush, Mr. Clean magic eraser, scraps of watercolor paper for testing colors, a mechanical pencil for drawing, a kneaded eraser, small water spray bottle, and color wheel for reference.
Red Brick supplies the water containers, light boxes & hair dryers for class.
**You may rent all the needed supplies to use in class for $15 per class session
You don’t need to buy new supplies, but your paintings and your enjoyment will only be as good as the tools you use.
REQUIRED SUPPLIES:
WATERCOLOR PAPER: A Cold-Pressed or Rough, good quality 100% cotton watercolor paper is essential.
Arches and Cheap Joe’s Kilimanjaro 140# full sheets, pads or blocks are preferred. Full sheets, 22’x30” sold in multi-packs are more affordable and available online from Cheap Joe’s, Jerry’s Artarama and Blick. The yellow, blue or white covered pads of Student Grade paper sold at Michael’s will not work in our classes.
PALETTE: A full-size watercolor palette with a lid is recommended. Please have your tube paints emptied into your palette and ready to use when you arrive. Your palette should also have an area for mixing your colors or have a separate porcelain palette for mixing. In a pinch, a white dinner plate will do for extra mixing space.
BRUSHES: There is no “magic” watercolor brush.
Please bring an assortment of Round & Flat Watercolor brushes in a variety of sizes. Other specialty brushes will be demonstrated and made available to use if needed in class. Watercolor brushes that are synthetics or blends are fine. Bring what you are most comfortable using. We love the Silver Brush brand. For a discount please add PhyllisGubins10 in the discount box for 10% off.
PAINTS: At Red Brick Art we use & recommend only professional grade tube watercolor paint as opposed to student grade paints.
Our favorite paints are Golden’s QoR Watercolors for their rich, brilliant colors. They flow beautifully and a little goes a long way so they will last much longer. Other professional grade watercolors are available from Holbein, Mission Gold, M.Graham, Daniel Smith, Winsor & Newton & Cheap Joe’s American Journey.
RECOMMENDED COLORS: This is a personal choice, so I am giving suggestions.
Choose a warm (yellow shade) and a cool (blue shade) of each of the primary colors plus any colors you especially enjoy. Select ONE of each color category for starters.
You will need a warm & a cool of red, blue, yellow & green, plus a few earth tones and darks. Also add a few impact colors that may spark your creativity, such as opera & teal.
OTHER NECESSARY SUPPLIES:
Masking tape and a waterproof board or solid surface to secure your watercolor paper.
Paper towels, a terry rag, masking fluid & applicator, an old toothbrush, Mr. Clean magic eraser, scraps of watercolor paper for testing colors, a mechanical pencil for drawing, a kneaded eraser, small water spray bottle, and color wheel for reference.
Red Brick supplies the water containers, light boxes & hair dryers for class.
**You may rent all the needed supplies to use in class for $15 per class session
