Instructed Watercolor with Gavin Snider - From Still Life to NYC Street Scenes
Details
About This Three-Session Workshop - Sept. 11, 18, 25 from 6:30 - 9:15
Join Brooklyn-based professional artist Gavin Snider for an intensive three-session watercolor journey that takes you from foundational still-life techniques to dynamic NYC street scenes. This hands-on workshop is ideal for artists seeking to master watercolor fundamentals while discovering the vibrant character of New York City.
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What You'll Learn
Session 1: Still Life Fundamentals Master negative and positive space composition while learning watercolor basics, materials, and value relationships through carefully arranged still life subjects.
Session 2: New York in Monochrome Transition to urban subjects using monochromatic techniques. Focus on building form from light to dark while capturing NYC's architectural character.
Session 3: New York in Full Color Complete your journey with full-color NYC street scenes. Learn color mixing, temperature control, and confident brushwork for dynamic urban landscapes.
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Required Materials
Brushes & Tools:
- Size 10-12 round watercolor brush
- Size 3-6 round watercolor brush
- 2 water cups
Paper & Support:
- Arches 140lb Cold Press block
- 12x16 recommended size
- Minimum 10x14 acceptable
Professional Paints:
- Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre
- Moonglow, Indigo, Prussian Blue
- Green Gold, Winsor Green
- Spectrum Red, Permanent Yellow
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About Gavin Snider, Brooklyn-Based Professional Artist
Gavin is an artist who lives and works in Brooklyn, painting to slow down the world and learn about the places and people around him. With a background in architecture, much of his work focuses on buildings and cityscapes. He has created artwork for Saturday Night Live, the New York Knicks, Grand Central Terminal, the MTA, and the NYC DOT. Gavin leads painting workshops throughout the city with organizations like the Guggenheim and Drawing America.
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Workshop Details
- 3 intensive sessions, 2 hours and 45 minutes each
- Small class size for personalized attention
- All skill levels welcome
- Professional instruction in an inspiring National Arts Club setting
Ready to dive into watercolor? Reserve your spot today!
Instructed Watercolor with Gavin Snider - From Still Life to NYC Street Scenes