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Creating With Watercolor - Advanced Beginners
with Kathryn Carter
Join Kathryn Carter and learn how to create stunning seascapes, landscapes, plants, flowers and birds with professional instruction and step-by-step demonstrations. Learn how to select the right materials and handle them properly; color mixing ( to avoid making mud); the use of exciting techniques to capture light and shadow; and much more. Watercolor teaches us to slow down, be present, and enjoy the journey with confidence, gratitude, patience, and joy. Let’s paint!
MATERIALS – 2024-2025
PALETTE Mijello 18-well airtight (Amazon $20). Any covered palette will work. PAINT I recommend small tubes. Pans are hard to work with. Sets contain colors we do not use and they omit ones we do need. Windsor Newton, DaVinci, Daniel Smith are a few of the trusted brands we use. Colors Cadmium Lemon, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Red, Alizarin Crimson, Cobalt Blue, French Ultramarine, Sap green, Titanium white. Additional but optional: Raw Sienna, Permanent Rose, Cerulean, Payne’s Gray
PAPER Arches Watercolor Paper Pad, 140 lb. Cold Press- 9x12.
BRUSHES Synthetic rounds in sizes #2, #4, #6, #8. 1/2” Flat. #1 Liner (optional). Black Velvet brushes are a blend of natural hair and synthetic, hold a good point and lots of paint or water. I use my #8 all the time along with a few synthetic brushes.
MISCELLANEOUS White and kneaded erasers, masking tape (1/2”), paper towels, HB pencils, notebook, kitchen towel, toothbrush, old credit card. I will supply water containers for class use. SOURCES: Cheap Joe’s, Dick Blick, Daniel Smith, Jerry’s Artarama
Creating With Watercolor - Beginners
with Kathryn Carter
Join Kathryn Carter and learn how to create stunning seascapes, landscapes, plants, flowers and birds with professional instruction and step-by-step demonstrations. Learn how to select the right materials and handle them properly; color mixing ( to avoid making mud); the use of exciting techniques to capture light and shadow; and much more. Watercolor teaches us to slow down, be present, and enjoy the journey with confidence, gratitude, patience, and joy. Let’s paint!
MATERIALS – 2024-2025
PALETTE Mijello 18-well airtight (Amazon $20). Any covered palette will work.
PAINT I recommend small tubes. Pans are hard to work with. Sets contain colors we do not use and they omit ones we do need. Windsor Newton, DaVinci, Daniel Smith are a few of the trusted brands we use. Colors Cadmium Lemon, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Red, Alizarin Crimson, Cobalt Blue, French Ultramarine, Sap green, Titanium white. Additional but optional: Raw Sienna, Permanent Rose, Cerulean, Payne’s Gray
PAPER Arches Watercolor Paper Pad, 140 lb. Cold Press- 9x12.
BRUSHES Synthetic rounds in sizes #2, #4, #6, #8. 1/2” Flat. #1 Liner (optional). Black Velvet brushes are a blend of natural hair and synthetic, hold a good point and lots of paint or water. I use my #8 all the time along with a few synthetic brushes.
MISCELLANEOUS White and kneaded erasers, masking tape (1/2”), paper towels, HB pencils, notebook, kitchen towel, toothbrush, old credit card. I will supply water containers for class use. SOURCES: Cheap Joe’s, Dick Blick, Daniel Smith, Jerry’s Artarama
Lemons! Pitcher
with Firefly Pottery
Create the perfect pitcher for refreshing beverages! In this workshop, you'll design and hand-paint your own unique pitcher, perfect for all your gatherings. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a special event, your custom creation will be a standout piece. Join us and add a personal touch to your entertaining.
at Firefly Pottery, 72 Mirona Rd Suite 1, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Earrings Workshop
with Alice Carroll
In this workshop, you'll explore textures and fold forming to create unique earrings. Templates will be provided to help you choose the shape, which you will then saw out of metal. After folding the metal in half, you'll gently hammer it to create a seam, then open it up again to texture the folded seam. Each student will also learn how to make small granules to solder onto the earrings for added design details. No experience is required, and all materials and supplies are included. Join us to craft a distinctive pair of earrings from start to finish! Instructor: Alice Carroll
Class is located in Alice Carroll's Studio in The Button Factory, 855 Islington St. #202 Portsmouth, NH 03801
Cage Ring
with Alice Carroll
If you love rings, this workshop is perfect for you! Using basic tools, each student will learn how to measure their ring size and create two rings that will be combined into one. We'll add cross bars between the rings, soldering them together. This class covers soldering small joints, shaping, finishing, and polishing. No prior experience is necessary, and all materials and supplies are provided. Join us to craft a unique and stylish ring from start to finish! Instructor: Alice Carroll
Class is located in Alice Carroll's Studio in The Button Factory, 855 Islington St. #202 Portsmouth, NH 03801
Clay Olive Server
with Firefly Pottery
Design and create an elegant Oliver server using real clay in this engaging workshop. Perfect for holding nuts, candy, or as a stylish addition to your charcuterie spread, this versatile server will be a beautiful and functional piece for any occasion. Join us to craft a unique and sophisticated item that will elevate your entertaining. All skill levels are welcome!
at Firefly Pottery, 72 Mirona Rd Suite 1, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Beading Workshop
with Dede Cadieux
Come join us to make beaded jewelry! Bracelets, necklaces and earrings! No experience is necessary.
You will be able to choose from tons of different beads and clasps. Dede will be there to provide you with any guidance that you might needand to finish your creations off with clasps if you need her to.There will be no style agenda giving you the opportunity to create whatever you like.
Dede have been teaching beading classes for a very long time and is looking forward to having another fun group of creative people to work with.
Wednesdays from 10-12 starting May 7-June 18.
Feel free to check out Dede's Etsy page:www.etsy.com/shop/DedeCadieuxDesigns
Lobster Platter with Butter Bowl
with Firefly Pottery
Create the perfect platter for your lobster dinner! Join us as we guide you through an easy technique to craft a beautiful, mouth-watering design. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll leave with a stunning and functional piece that will impress your guests and enhance your dining experience.
at Firefly Pottery, 72 Mirona Rd Suite 1, Portsmouth, NH 03801