Watercolor Painting – Advanced

When: (DATES & TIMES HERE)

Where: Marlborough Arts Center

Who: Adults, advanced watercolor students

Cost:     $160

Instructor:     Rebecca Moran

Class Policies: Be sure to read the Class Policies here before registering

Registration: Click here to Register


Join us for a deep dive into painting with Watercolors. Composition and color, subject matter and skills will be the focus while we share painting techniques and color palettes.

Exercises and creative projects will be suggested to encourage your individual development. Still life, landscapes and portraits, all explored in your artistic voice. We will proceed with class critiques to gain a broader perspective on what works in a painting. As we continue to learn about the nature of color, transparency and opacity, we will be exploring papers, brushes and watercolor brands. Bring your supplies and materials to class as there are no material fees.

Recommended Materials:

Watercolor sets, warm and cool primary colors either pans or tubes, This is a basic list, many colors are optional and a personal choice. Primary colors in warm and cool* are needed for mixing other colors. Information regarding the choice of colors will be covered in class.

  • YELLOWS*
    Hansa Yellow
    Lemon Yellow

  • REDS*
    Pyrrol Scarlet
    Quinacridone Magenta

  • BLUES*
    Ultramarine Blue
    Phthalo Blue

  • NEUTRALS
    Burnt Sienna
    Raw Umber

Other Materials:

  • Palette or plate to paint on
  • Variety of soft bristle brushes
  • Watercolor paper hot press and/or cold press 140lbs
  • Water containers, spray bottle, paper towel
  • Masking tape
  • Pencil, eraser


Coming Storm by Rebecca Moran
Watercolor on hot press 140lb paper

About the Instructor

Rebecca Moran has an MFA in Visual Art and teaches drawing and painting at Eastern Connecticut State University. More of her work can be found on her website: www.rebeccajmoran.com.