Painting Botanicals with Paula Barrantes
Opus Essential WatercoloursCost:
$8.00 per personDuration:
1h 30minAbout This Experience
Join Paula Barrantes for a watercolor painting demonstration where we will focus on creating a beautiful bouquet of plumeria flowers using a photo reference. Throughout this process, we will explore the importance of layering in watercolor to achieve dimension and depth. You will learn various techniques, including wet-on-wet for smooth transitions, glazing to add rich layers of color, and dry brush for fine details. By the end of this demonstration, you will have a solid understanding of how to bring your watercolor flowers to life with vibrant, layered depth and texture. Join us and discover the magic of watercolor painting!
Materials
Opus Essential Watercolours: Ultramarine Blue, Opera Rose, Permanent Quinacridone Magenta, Dioxazine Violet, Cadmium Yellow, Lemon Yellow, Sepia, Sap Green, Alzarin Crimson, Burnt Sienna.
Opus Galiano Brush Set of 5 Assorted: Round size 0, 4, 8, 12, Flat size ½”
Magnani Portofino Watercolour Blocks Hot Pressed - 300gsm: 10” x 14”
Opus Try-it Station: Explore various featured materials on the event day!
About Your Host
Paula Barrantes is a watercolorist and muralist known for her detailed and vibrant botanical art. Raised in Costa Rica, she grew up surrounded by lush gardens, a source of inspiration that has shaped her artistic style. She later honed her skills in Canada and the United States, earning a BFA from the San Francisco Art Institute.
Her work combines the delicate beauty of plants with bold compositions, creating a dynamic interplay of color and form. Paula’s art invites the viewer to connect deeply with nature, from tropical landscapes to close-up studies of leaves and flowers!
Website: pura-luna.com
Instagram: @pura.luna
