VIRTUAL (2026)
Welcome To Watercolor - The Very Start
Jason Michael Bentley
4-session class - Tuesday & Thursday
1) Feb. 24 Tue, 2026
2) Feb. 26 Thur, 2026
3) Mar. 3 Tue, 2026
4) Mar. 5 Thur, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
$220 non-members / $180 members
Level: no experience / beginner
Supply List: Download HERE
This course is designed for those with little or no experience in watercolor. First and foremost, it’s all about committing a few rules to memory, being adventurous, and willing to work with a little of the unexpected as you practice!
Starting from the very beginning, on the first day, we will talk about different materials uses and surfaces - both the ones I recommend, and the ones you may already have or have questions about. The following three days we will work on techniques and small projects that present basic pigment mixing, brush technique, paint control, and surface handling. Afterwards, with a big confidence boost, you’ll be ready to tackle your next projects! Are you swimming in questions like “how do I…?” Then this class is for you.
This open and interactive course will spotlight my palette, work surface, and
reference in real time, so you can directly see how I mix and apply paint.
Questions are encouraged at any time. At the start of each day, special short demonstrations from any inquiries will be addressed, and then intermittently to describe the project process from start to finish.
- Links to a video recording of each session will be provided, in case you miss a class or want to review the session(s). Links remain available for 90 days.
- Reference Photos used in class will be in the confirmation email.
- Jason Michael Bentley is a contemporary realist painter with many years' experience in watercolor. Click HERE to see more.
- Visit Jason’s official website HERE
