Getting Started with Watercolor 2013 starting soon!

Do you want to learn how to paint with watercolor?
Knowing where to start is the first step in learning how to paint in watercolors. This class series is designed for the artist who is new to watercolor,  those who are coming from another medium, or anyone who wants a refresher course in the foundations and fundamentals of watercolor basics.
The Getting Started with Watercolor series is divided into 7 classes. With each class Susie provides easy to follow step-by-step written instructions complete with color illustrations. You will start your own watercolor notebook (included) that will serve as great reference for your use as you continue on your watercolor journey.
(YES! this class included the popular color mixing class everyone is asking for!)

The Getting Started Class curriculum is covered in seven classes,
 
The Seattle Class meets March 22, April 12 and 26, May 10 and 24, June 7 and 21.

The Bellevue Class meets March 27, April 17, May 1 and 22, June 5, 19, and 26.

There will be additional exercises to be completed as homework between each class.

Cost is $325 in advance   or $350 @ $50/ class if you wish to pay as you go.
Notebook and printed material is included. Painting supplies are not included.

For more details: http://susieshort.net/getting-started2013.html
253-833-7646

Studio Watercolor Classes for 2013 in Seattle and Bellevue

Seattle Watercolor Classes are the first Tuesday of each month                                     
(See calendar above)

Bellevue Watercolor Classes  are the second Wednesday of each month

(See calendar above)
 
This years classes are geared for advanced beginners to intermediate painters. Newbies with no previous watercolor experience will be welcome to join us providing they complete a brief introductory class to get acquainted with their watercolor supplies. (Call Susie to set up an introductory class 253-833-7646)  If you have already learned the basics techniques for painting with watercolor and are ready to continue your studies and develop the ability to compose your own paintings by exploring the principles and elements of design these classes are for you! 

OPEN STUDIO CONCEPT

• You will have the opportunity to work with your choice of topics.  

• The class artists will select the following months subject/project. Topics will be printed  prior to class date when available.

• Taking every class in the series is not required but is certainly helpful.

These are my personal classes (not sponsored by Daniel Smith) so you must register with me.  CLICK HERE to print the form to register by mail or PAY ONLINE

Goals for Monthly Classes: Learning and applying the basic skills and techniques to establish a firm foundation for painting with watercolor. Have fun painting with others in a group setting. Personal attention is given to each student at their personal skill level.

 

Watercolor Demo -- Bellevue, WA

Warm Up Your Winter Watercolor Landscapes

with Susie Short

2 FREE DEMOS

Sunday, January 8th, 2012

at 12 pm & 2 pm @ Daniel Smith Bellevue Store

Come see my examples of warm winter landscapes painted with DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolors and selected DANIEL SMITH PrimaTek Watercolors. Watch my watercolor paintings come to life as I demonstrate techniques showing how to use DANIEL SMITH Masking fluid
to reserve warm whites when working wet-in-wet. I will also share tips for
lifting and retrieving highlights and sun patterns when using selected PrimaTeks.
If you are a landscape painter….You do not want to miss this demo!

One Day Workshop January 15, 2012
11am - 4pm
Call Bellevue Daniel Smith to register  (425) 643-1781

Bellevue Daniel Smith
15112 N.E. 24th Street
Bellevue, Washington 98052 
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12/11/11 Watercolor DEMO @ Daniel Smith Seattle

Calling all Watercolor Artists!
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Two FREE demos -  12:00 noon and 2:00pm  - Daniel Smith Seattle Store

You are invited to join me, as I unravel the mysteries of Watercolors!  My "Short-Cuts" include my special tips, tricks and techniques as well as sharing ideas for repairs and fixes for your paintings.  Come and find out more ideas for unique approaches for painting watercolors with tips for executing both basic and advanced techniques in both traditional and experimental watercolor!

If you have ever attended one of my demos or workshops, you know that I always has lots of tricks and new things to share!

This is a great demo for all levels of watercolor painting so bring your watercolor questions and join me!!

A few of the supplies I'll be using at these FREE demos:

DANIEL SMITH Watercolors

Susie Short Watercolor Brush

DANIEL SMITH Masking Fluid

DANIEL SMITH Watercolor Ground

Series 23 DS Platinum Brushes

Double Ball Stylus:

1)  Small - 125 130 002

2)  Medium - 125 130 003

3)  Large - 125 130 004

Stephen Quiller WC paper

Holiday/Christmas Card WORKSHOP @ Daniel Smith-Seattle

Join me for two HOLIDAY CARD WORKSHOPS

What:   Holiday/Christmas Greeting Cards
Where: Seattle Daniel Smith Art Store
When:  Saturday, November 5, 2011  Winter Landscape Cards
             Sunday, November 6, 2011  Winter Bird Cards
Time:   11:00 am til 4:00 pm  (either day)

Cost:     $75/day

There are a couple of seats available....HURRY!


Call Daniel Smith to register
206-223-9599