Watercolor Painting for Beginners with Bradley D. Hall
Age/Level: Beginner and above. Minimum age 14.
Date: Saturday & Sunday, August 7 & 8, 2027
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: July 17, 2027
Location: Milan Village Arts School
This class will help you to solve the mystery of watercolor painting. From basic techniques to what type of materials work best for you.
Each day will begin with a demonstration. The instructor will introduce the three basic techniques of watercolor painting: wet on wet, wet on dry and drybrush. The emphasis will be on the two most important fundamentals of watercolor: Composition & Contrast. In the afternoons the students will create their own work with the guidance of the instructor.
Brad’s classes are known for his enthusiasm and love for watercolor painting. With this class you will hopefully take with you the basic skills, tools and materials in creating your own artwork.
You can bring your own paper/brushes if you want to work with your own tools. The instructor will also have brushes/supplies available to use and materials to purchase.
Tuition: member $120 non-member $135
Supplies: A $40 Supply Fee is paid to the instructor at the conclusion of the class if the student wishes to purchase materials at class. There is no supply fee if the student brings their own supplies. A Supply List will be sent out upon registration.
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Watercolor Greeting Cards with Bradley D. Hall
Age/Level: Beginner and above. Minimum age 16. 14 if accompanied by an adult.
Class 1: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: October 17, 2026
Class 2: Saturday, November 6, 2027
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: October 16, 2027
Location: Milan Village Arts School
In this class, we will create small 5” x 7” watercolor cards which can be used for Greeting Cards to send to friends and family. They are also great practice for gaining confidence for larger work. This class will help you to understand two fundamentals of watercolor painting: wet on wet painting and dry brush painting. All images will be provided. We will be using Arches 140 lb. Cold press watercolor paper, Winsor and Newton tube paints and various flat and round brushes. I am a firm believer in quality art supplies. We will paint three sets of six cards for a total of eighteen watercolor cards. It is hoped that the students will be able to take with them the ability to create their own watercolor cards at home with their own images.
Tuition: member $75 non-member $90
Supplies: Everything is supplied. A $35 Supply Fee is paid to the instructor at the conclusion of the class.
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Watercolor Workshop: Wet-on-Wet Technique with Katia Andreeva
Age/Level: Intermediate and above. Minimum age 14.
Date: Saturday & Sunday, July 31 & August 1, 2027
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: July 10, 2027
Location: Milan Village Arts School
Join acclaimed watercolor artist, Katia Andreeva, for a dynamic workshop focused on the expressive wet-on-wet technique, painted in the fresh, spontaneous Alla Prima style.
In the intermediate-level class, students will deepen their understanding of how water plays a central role in watercolor painting. Katia will guide you in learning to “read” the movement of water and pigment, helping you develop a LOOSE, FLUID STYLE that brings freshness and emotion to your work.
Each day begins with a live demonstration, where Katia will share her approach to building a painting using wet-on-wet techniques. In the second half of the day, she will work individually with each student, offering personalized guidance, tips, and encouragement.
Katia’s classes are known for their energy, warmth, and creativity, making this workshop not only educational, but truly inspiring.
Come explore the language of watercolor – and let the water lead the way.
Tuition: member $150 non-member $165
Supplies: A Supply List will be sent upon registration.
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