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A "Winter" Watercolor Paint-a-Long with Kelly Baskin
A "Winter" Watercolor Paint-a-Long with Kelly Baskin
In this short winter demonstration, you will create a soft, atmospheric pine tree using simple techniques perfect for all skill levels. We’ll explore how to build depth using a monochromatic palette, use negative painting to shape branches, and create magical snow bursts using household items. This quick project is beginner-friendly, festive, and showcases how water control, brush choice, and timing can transform a simple subject into a beautiful piece of artwork. Kelly will also be talking about colour theory, how to select the right brushes and surfaces for your artwork, and sharing her personal tips and tricks for using them to your advantage.
Materials - will be provided for use on event day.
Opus Essential Watercolors: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue, Cadmium Yellow Medium & Cadmium Lemon Yellow
Arches Watercolor Paper: HP, CP, R
Princeton Aqua Elite Watercolor Brushes: Round 10, Rigger 8
Princeton Neptune Watercolor Brushes: Mottler 1 1/2”
Princeton Select Artist Series Brushes: Select Grainer 1/2"
Canson Disposable Palette Paper
Water Container, Paper Towel, Salt
Hosted by Opus Art Supplies & our Experience leader
Kelly Baskin is a Professional Artist based out of Toronto, ON. Baskin graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a minor in Art History from Queen’s University. She is currently working as the Fine Art Educator and Professional Artist for a FILA Group- Dixon Ticonderoga ART ULC, representing some of the world's leading Fine Art brands, including Canson, Strathmore, Arches, Saunders, Bockingford, Daler-Rowney, Princeton and Maimeri.Website: kellybaskin.studio
Instagram: @artbykellybaskin
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