An intimate day-long workshop exploring watercolour techniques to help elevate your practise and get into the mindset of an artist
ABOUT THE workshop
This one-day workshop is suitable for complete beginners and those with experience. The first part of the workshop will be focused on theory and the four pillars of watercolour - composition, tone, edges and colour. You will cover each major pillar one by one, looking at examples of successful work and undertaking short exercises learn how to practically implement the theory.The second part will focus on putting the theory into practice and creating a unique piece of artwork inspired by a subject of your choice. The workshop will end with a group critique and personalised insights to take away with you.
Skills/Techniques Covered
• Composition and the benefit of simplification
• Tone, contrast and focal points in paintings
• Perspective and space
• Simple techniques for dynamic edges
• Colour theory, mixing greys and colour harmony
• Different pigments and their effects on a wash
Materials
Most materials are included in the price of this workshop, below are the items which are not. If you have your own preferred watercolour brushes then please feel free to bring these along with you.
Students - please bring with you:
• Rough sketchbook
• A soft sketching pencil
• Rubber
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Prasad’s childhood in the foothills of the Himalayas has had a major influence on him and his outlook on life. This early immersion in the mountains has fostered a love for the majestic beauty nature has to offer. As a practitioner of meditation, he knows the importance of his inner well-being and strives to constantly achieve a state of peace, knowing that this will permeate into his artwork.
Studying a Masters in Traditional Arts at the Prince's Foundation School of Traditional Arts helped Prasad discover Chinese Landscape Painting which has been a great revelation for him. Through studying Chinese thought in painting he has understood the subtle significance of not just imitating nature but expressing his inner feelings about it.
In 2021, Prasad won the prestigious Ciclitira Prize and will be exhibiting at the Saatchi Art Fair in October 2022. This year he was also selected for the Fabriano Watercolour International Biannial Exhibition.
This class requires a minimum number of students to attend. If the minimum number is not met, you will be contacted regarding your order and will be able to move onto another workshop or date.
