Summer Week 4 | Watercolor in the Sacred Milieu

This program is part of our Summer Program, beginning on Sunday (July 5) and ending on Saturday (July 11).  Class runs Monday morning through Friday morning, with additional programming on Sunday and Saturday.

Come play in the sacred realm of divine color! Let’s pay close attention to our paints, paper, and brushes, to our hand movements as we paint. We’ll attempt deep observation of both our exterior surroundings and our interior emotional and prayer lives, to invite the sacred into our painting time.

Each morning, we will start in the studio with a painting demonstration, followed by time to paint. We will explore the individual character of our paint colors, learning a bit about where each pigment comes from to appreciate their source as part of sacred creation. We will use simple drawing techniques to help us see more deeply the sacred essence of what we observe. And we will use simple watercolor techniques to pull it all together on paper.

Whether you are a beginning watercolor student or more advanced, my goal is to help you advance in your watercolor skills, as well as develop a tool for sensing the sacred presence in all life.

What can I expect to create in this course?  

Participants can expect to create 1-2x small or medium-sized watercolor experiments/paintings each day using the techniques practiced in class.  Larger and more involved projects are possible (and encouraged!), though you will likely need to work outside of class during afternoon and evening studio hours.

What will class time be like? 

Class time will include technique demonstrations, painting time, and jollity!

Will I need to work outside of class? 

No outside work is required for the course, though all are welcome to use the afternoon studio time to continue working on projects.

Do I need experience to take this class? 

No experience required – beginners are welcome and encouraged!

What do I need to bring to class? 

No, though please come prepared with appropriate clothing for painting and outdoor meditation.  You may also bring a personal sketchbook, if you would like.