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Garden Inspirations: Autumn Beauty
Plein Air Watercolor Class with Sharon Pitts
Tuesdays, October 22, 29, November 5 & 12, 1:00 – 3:30 PM
Four Tuesday afternoons we will paint in the magical Van Vleck gardens or work from photos taken there. Each week will be in a different location in the garden. The class will concentrate on fascinating discoveries inspired by the variety of settings, from floral to trees to trails and secret gardens. Each class includes a demonstration of techniques, questions answered and personal attention for each student. Some watercolor experience is desirable. We will work in Van Vleck’s Raymond Family Education Center. Supply list will be sent after registration.
Fee: 4-class Series: $200 Members / $225 Non-Members
Pre Registration is required HERE. There are no drop-ins for this class.
Registration will open on Monday, September 9th. Deadline is Tuesday, October 21st.
An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until September 8, 2024
An event every week that begins at 9:30 am on Monday, repeating until December 16, 2024
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until September 24, 2024