Watercolor doesn’t have to be intimidating! That’s the theme of this creative painting class with artist Michael Friedland. Spend a day immersed in Yosemite’s summer beauty while learning the basics of working with watercolor, including specific techniques and brush strokes, color theory and mixing, and design and composition.
As you practice new skills and capture your surroundings on paper with sparkling brushstrokes, you’ll be amazed at the shades and shapes you can produce from just a few basic colors and a cup of water. You’ll end the day with a personal painting to take home — and a new appreciation for how much fun painting with watercolor can be. One of the most rewarding things about painting en plein air is its ability to sharpen our eyes and grow our appreciation for the beauty and intricacies of nature.
- Experience level: Beginners welcome; no experience required! Participants must be ages 12+, and all participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- What’s included: Four hours of art instruction and all art supplies needed for the duration of class!
- Please note that registration is only for a single class day of class. You may sign up for multiple days if you wish.
- Advanced registration required.
- What to Bring: Click here for a list of general gear to bring with you.
- Location: Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (Shuttle Stop 16). Classes will be held outside, weather permitting.
- Time: 9 am to 1 pm, with classes recurring Monday–Friday
- Financial Aid: For those with a genuine need for financial assistance to enable their participation in an art class, please email art@yosemite.org.
