May Watercolors (4 sessions) Anna Mason- Contemporary Botanical Realism

4-Week Acrylic Class (May 5, 12, 19, 26) Anna Mason’s work is known for vibrant color, clarity, and contemporary botanical realism. In this four-session class, students will learn how to create clean, luminous botanical paintings with strong light and shadow. The first two sessions will focus on learning from the master through technique studies, color mixing, and form development. During the final two sessions, students will apply those techniques to create an original botanical painting inspired by Mason’s approach. This class is ideal for students who enjoy realism with a modern, polished look. Watercolor Supply List (May – Anna Mason) No additional supplies required. Use the standard watercolor supply list. Paint Watercolor tube paint (brand does not matter) Basic color palette, including: Payne’s Grey Yellow Ochre Vandyke Brown Chinese White Paper Watercolor paper, 9 x 12 inches 140 lb Cold Press GOOD quality paper is very important Recommended brands: Arches Canson Artist’s Loft (watercolor line only) Brushes Squirrel mop brush (medium is best) #9 round #6 round One small flat brush One very tiny detail brush Other Suggested Supplies Pebeo Drawing Gum (masking fluid) Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bleed Proof White HB graphite pencil Kneaded eraser