Summer Workshop: Arowana Watercolour Painting | Wallack's Art Supplies and Framing
Arts
Fine Art
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolor painting with our summer workshop focused on creating a stunning arowana fish! Over the course of the week, you’ll receive step-by-step instruction to help you master the techniques needed to bring this colorful, majestic creature to life. Starting with an introduction to the basics of watercolor, including brush control, layering, and blending, you’ll learn how to build textures and vibrant gradients unique to the arowana’s shimmering scales.
As the workshop progresses, you’ll study the anatomy of the fish, sketch your composition, and apply base washes using wet-on-wet techniques. Then, you’ll focus on adding intricate details, shadows, and highlights to create depth and dimension. Finally, refine your work and enhance the background for a polished, dynamic finish. This workshop is perfect for those wanting to improve their watercolor skills while creating a beautiful, colorful fish painting step by step.
INSTRUCTOR INFO
Patricia Claro is a passionate Filipino Canadian artist with eight years of experience in illustration and over seven years of experience as an art educator teaching students of all skill levels and various age groups. Currently based in Ottawa, she specializes in traditional and digital mediums, specifically character design, environmental art, and both 2D/3D digital painting. Patricia holds an honours diploma in Illustration from Seneca Polytechnic, has a background in Interior Design, as well as Layout for Animation. Currently a freelance book illustrator with FriesenPress, she’s excited to share her expertise in a hands-on, engaging workshop experience for aspiring artists of all levels.
MATERIALS
Kuretake Gansai Tambi Watercolours:
Kuretake Gansai Tambi are traditional Japanese pan watercolours that have been hand-crafted for professional artists. They behave like gouache when thickly applied and like watercolours when watered down.
Wallack’s Student Acrylic Paint
offers vibrant, high-quality colors at an affordable price, making it ideal for artists of all levels. This versatile paint provides a smooth, matte finish and dries quickly, allowing for easy layering and blending. Perfect for various surfaces, it is a great choice for both beginners and more experienced artists looking to experiment with acrylic techniques. With excellent pigmentation and consistent color results, Wallack’s Student Acrylic Paint is a reliable medium to create bold, dynamic artwork. Bring your creative vision to life with these affordable and durable paints!
*Materials will be provided by the instructor.
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