Intro to Watercolor with Carolyn DiFiori Hopkins, MFA
Fri, Oct 03
|Arlene's Artist Materials
Whether you're brand new to watercolor or returning after a long creative hiatus, this welcoming workshop is your perfect entry point. Learn the essentials—from brush handling and water-to-pigment magic to building confidence through simple exercises and creating mini compositions.
Time & Location
Oct 03, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Arlene's Artist Materials, 57 Fuller Rd, Albany, NY 12205, USA
About the event
Whether you're brand new to watercolor or returning after a long creative hiatus, this welcoming workshop is your perfect entry point. Learn the essentials—from brush handling and water-to-pigment magic to building confidence through simple exercises and creating mini compositions. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and any supplies you already own. We’ll explore tools and techniques together, helping you make the most of what you have. Plus, you’ll get a chance to shop with Carolyn, who’ll guide you through the best picks for your artistic journey.
Important Note: All watercolor students begin here unless they’ve previously studied with Carolyn. If you’ve got experience, you may submit a few paintings for placement in a more advanced class. These workshops are designed as a progressive series—each one building your skills, confidence, and creative joy.
A quick note about classroom etiquette: phones may absolutely be used for visual reference, but please silence calls and…