Watercolor Class with Victoria Templeton: Come and explore the world of watercolor painting! Relax, have fun, and unlock your creativity as we delve into various techniques suitable for beginners. Discover how to apply these techniques to any subject matter and watch your paintings come to life. Join us for an enjoyable and educational experience!

SUPPLY LIST

PAPER
I prefer Arches- FRENCH PAPER, 140 LB, COLD PRESS
Some people buy a block, get one that has 11x15” sheets
You can buy full sheets of paper, 22x30”, these can easily be divided into 4 pieces

When you use good paper & paints, your chance of success mounts immediately. Don’t waste money on cheap products.

BRUSHES
Watercolor brushes (not oil or acrylic)
Rather than buying a set in a plastic container, just buy 3 or 4 round brushes. Number 4, 8, 10 or 12 and a large brush24 or 32. Also a script brush is good to have and a 1” flat brush.

You need to attach paper to such as plexiglass or masonite.

Have Masking or Artists Tape

A Large Palette to hold and mix paints

PAINTS
I mostly use Windsor Newton Watercolor paints. My favorite colors are:

French Ultramarine
Cerulean Blue
Cobalt Blue
Raw Sienna
Yellow Gamboge
Yellow Ochre
Cadmium Orange
Cadmium Red
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Umber
Alizarin Crimson
Permanent Rose
Sap Green
Olive Green

A simple 2B pencil, water container, paper towels & a good eraser.

Victoria Templeton is an accomplished artist and educator with a strong foundation in creative arts, beginning in her native San Francisco. After earning a degree in Theater Arts from Loyola Marymount, she spent over twenty years in retail management in the luxury designer fashion industry. However, always intrigued with designers and their creative processes, she rededicated herself fully to fine art. Under the close mentorship of master painter Roger Armstrong at the Laguna College of Art and Design, Victoria developed a teaching philosophy that encourages students to embrace risk and view painting as a expressive creative process. Failure is encouraged in order to grow. To quote her beloved mentor, “Its only paper and paint!” She was invited to continue Armstrong’s classes and expanded to teaching in several locations as her popularity grew.  She also led several workshops, fostering a safe environment where students could experiment, fail and grow. “Its just paper and paint” is one of her mottos.

Since relocating to Cape Cod in 2015, Victoria has focused on her own artistic practice. She wanted to build a  new body of work. The beauty and light of New England intrigue her and she loves to play with bold color. Her work has been featured in local and national exhibitions and has received recognition. She has returned to teaching and has participated in many venues. Victoria’s approach to art and teaching is rooted in curiosity, play, and authentic engagement with her subjects, working in various mediums as inspiration dictates. She maintains a studio at The Old Schoolhouse in Barnstable Village.

website:VictoriaTempletonArt

Instagram: brushandpenmakeart