{"product_id":"watercolor-realism-pink-geranium-with-sherree-rodriguez","title":"Watercolor Realism: Pink Geranium With Sherree Rodriguez","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kMp0We OcVpRe\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"xDetDlgDesc\" class=\"NI2kfb S4zwaf\"\u003eSaturday, Feb 13 | Noon-5pm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"NI2kfb S4zwaf\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eTaught by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/pages\/instructor-sherree-rodriguez\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSherree Rodriguez\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAges 18+\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/pages\/class-faqs\"\u003eClass FAQs\/Cancelation Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eHave you ever wished you could paint flowers, leaves, and garden treasures with luminous color and beautiful detail — and feel proud of the results? This welcoming, confidence-building class will gently guide you into watercolor realism, using transparent layers, thoughtful color mixing, and approachable techniques that help create depth, glow, and texture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is a wonderful class for beginners and returning painters who want to slow down, learn real watercolor skills, and feel supported every step of the way. No drawing confidence needed — we’ll use transfer techniques so you can focus on learning the joy of painting without pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eWe’ll start with a segment on color mixing using a thoughtfully chosen watercolor palette, so your paintings feel rich, vivid, and lightfast. You’ll learn why these paints work beautifully together, along with simple techniques to identify great paints in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you’ve taken a class in this series before, you’re absolutely welcome back! We’ll be painting fresh subjects, exploring new approaches, and deepening skills with additional techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eYou’ll learn to:\u003cbr\u003e– Build luminous, layered color\u003cbr\u003e– Create realistic texture and detail\u003cbr\u003e– Use transparent staining pigments to your advantage\u003cbr\u003e– Paint garden subjects with clarity and confidence\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is a warm, low-pressure class with room to ask questions, explore, and enjoy the process. We’ll even pause mid-way for a snack and stretch break — please feel free to bring something to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003eYou’ll leave with new skills, a finished or nearly finished watercolor piece, and a\u003cbr\u003erenewed sense of creative joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v1MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupply List\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v1v1pre\"\u003eNote: All regular priced supplies are available at 20% off from Art Department for this class.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v1v1pre\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v1v1pre\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"v1gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequired:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e¼ sheet Arches 140lb professional grade watercolor paper. You may choose to use a 10x14 block of the same paper if you prefer. The painting will be painted to 9x12 in size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA board for taping down your paper to paint on. This will prevent warping while you paint. This should be a little larger than your paper. Foam core board or any other type of wood, acrylic or press board will work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional Quality Watercolor paint is required. Please do not bring student-grade (Cotman) paint. See the inspiration photo for the color range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaints we will use in this class.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStudents lacking confidence in mixing paint colors are encouraged to bring these specific, professional grade pigments and brands. If a substitution must be made, then go with the paint number in a different brand. It will not be the same but will be closer than a paint with a similar name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/pro-watercolor-wn?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=72d72bcc9\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=46944659669245\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWinsor Newton Burnt Sienna (PR 101)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/pro-watercolor-wn?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=de514c2ac\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=37160333017245\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWinsor Newton Winsor Blue Green Shade (PB15)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/dswc15ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d07be38bc\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=43800775295229\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDaniel Smith Quinacridone Pink (PV 42)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/m-graham-wc?variant=37157992923293\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eM Graham Nickle Azo Yellow (PY 150)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Supplies you will need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/bee-inspired-watercolor-pads?variant=47029428519165\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einexpensive watercolor paper (wood fiber based) several sheets, or a table. Such as Canson or Strathmore. This will be used for color mixing practice.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn assortment of synthetic watercolor brushes (round) in sizes: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/wncotmanbrushes?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=watercolor+brushes\u0026amp;_psid=f21ece2c3\u0026amp;_ss=e\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1, 3, 6, 8, and 12,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/wncotmanbrushes?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=watercolor+brushes\u0026amp;_psid=f21ece2c3\u0026amp;_ss=e\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eor a similar range of sizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrubber Brush - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/zen-royal-langnickel-brushes?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=scrubber+brush+\u0026amp;_psid=70ce893c2\u0026amp;_ss=e\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esmall to medium sizes, as related to the brush sizes listed\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuart-size Containers for water (2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA roll of paper towels or box of lotion-free facial tissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/tim-holtz-distress-sprayer?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=f7d7a0a20\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpray bottle for water\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine tip pencil, such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/graphgear-300-mechanical-pencils?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=graphgear\u0026amp;_psid=bbad25b7e\u0026amp;_ss=e\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGraphgear 300 mechanical pencil with HB .7 ml lead\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallpoint pen for image transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/generals-jumbo-kneaded-eraser?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=a349041b1\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKneaded eraser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/dust-free-eraser?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=385556f5d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhite eraser, like Faber-Castell\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/search?q=pallet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA palette with several inches of flat space for mixing paint\u003c\/a\u003e, such as  Mijello Fusion24  or Art Advantage Airtight watercolor folding palette box. The most importantfactor is a broad, flat mixing field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/graphite-paper-1?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=4b582d310\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGray graphite paper (to transfer drawing)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/artist-tape?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=ecf27fab1\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evory or white artist's tape\u003c\/a\u003e - 1\/2 or ¾”, such as Pro art brand; please avoid blue tape as this distorts the way the eye perceives colors in the painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sherree Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":71732961018109,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/0338\/2429\/files\/received_1366480947519871-01_3a4d22b7-f3ea-4e3f-8ec1-63aa5d6592e5.jpg?v=1793336655","url":"https:\/\/artdepartmentsupply.sbs\/products\/watercolor-realism-pink-geranium-with-sherree-rodriguez","provider":"Art Department LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}