Beginner's Watercolor Workshop: Animals & Pets
Description
Have you always wanted to try watercolor? Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop where you'll learn watercolor techniques while creating a painting of an animal you love!
Choose your favorite pet, wild animal, or any animal that inspires you as your subject. I'll guide you through the painting process step-by-step, teaching you practical watercolor techniques that you can continue using long after the workshop.
No previous painting experience is necessary!
🎨 In this workshop, you'll learn:
• Wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques
• How to create smooth washes and layers
• Color mixing and choosing colors for shadows and highlights
• Techniques for creating fur, feathers, and other textures
• How to add splashes, drips, and other watercolor effects
• Finishing techniques to bring your painting to life
We'll start with a few hands-on watercolor exercises so you can get comfortable with the materials and techniques. Then we'll put those skills into practice as you create your animal portrait.
📸 Before the workshop:
After registering, you'll send me 1–2 clear photos of the animal you'd like to paint so that I can sketch it out before you arrive. Your photo will serve as your reference during the workshop, and I'll help you translate it into a watercolor painting.
🎟️ Each ticket includes all materials needed to create one painting, and each participant will take home their finished artwork.
Whether you're painting your beloved dog, a favorite cat, a horse, a bird, a wildlife favorite, or an animal you've simply always admired, this is an opportunity to slow down, experiment with watercolor, and create something uniquely yours.
✨ No experience necessary. Just bring your playful spirit and come ready to paint!
FAQs
- How do I send my pet photo?
After registering, please email 1–2 clear photos of your pet to tori@sunnierdesign.com. Please include your name in the subject line.
Choose photos that:
• Show your pet’s face clearly
• Have good lighting
• Capture their personality or expressionPhoto submissions are requested at least 3 days before the workshop so we can help set you up for success during class.
I will sketch outlines in advance for beginners to make the painting process more relaxed and enjoyable.
- Where can I park?
Parking is available for free on the side streets off of Main St. You can park for as long as you need on weekends.
- Is the event appropriate for kids?
This workshop is designed for adults, but if your kid can stay focused on an art project for 2+ hours, and they have an adult available to supervise, they are welcome. One ticket per project, the supervising adult doesn't require a ticket unless they also want to work on a project of their own.
- Will refreshments be available?
Light refreshments and snacks will be available and are included in the purchase price.
- Do I have to paint a pet?
Nope! You're welcome to paint any animal you want, whether it's an individual or a certain species that has particular importance to you.
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
