Kim Cesaretti Art

Foundational Watercolor Tips for Gorgeous Cloudscapes
2025-02-01 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
How to use foundational watercolor painting techniques to create beautiful cloudscapes.

This class will take place at Pine Shores Art Association, 140 East Main Street Tuckerton, NJ 08087 United States. Link provided will take you to Pine Shores Art Association website to register.

Program Description:Learn the basics of watercolor painting as you create your own beautiful cloudscapes! In this beginner-friendly class, participants will discover foundational watercolor techniques while capturing the beauty, tranquility, and drama of a cloudy sky. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have mastered essential skills like color, composition, value/form, contrast, washes, blending, lifting, layering, and achieving various textures to bring your clouded sky to life on paper.Objectives/Goals:* Participants will gain confidence in handling watercolor materials, understanding color theory, and how to use washes, brushes, and other tools and techniques to create soft, fluffy clouds and dynamic skies.* Participants will leave with a completed watercolor painting showcasing their newly acquired skills, ready to display at home or give as a heartfelt gift.* Participants will learn essential watercolor techniques such as wet-on-wet, dry brushing, blending, and lifting, enabling them to continue exploring this versatile medium beyond the classroom.What to Expect:In this 3-hour class, you’ll start with a brief introduction to watercolor materials and basic techniques. Through guided practice, you’ll experiment with creating cloud formations, blending colors, and how to create hard and soft edges. The class will include hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and personalized feedback from the instructor to ensure you progress confidently. By the end of the session, you’ll have a beautiful, atmospheric cloudscape painting to take home, along with the knowledge and techniques to continue your watercolor journey.Sign up now and immerse yourself in the calming art of watercolor painting!

Solo Art Show Reception
2022-05-07 14:00 - 16:00 UTC
Homecoming solo art show reception for Kim Cesaretti at the Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library
