Capture scenes with lively ink lines and watercolor pencil washes in this two-day workshop with Fernando Porras at The New Studio for the Visual Arts in Jupiter, Florida. Explore quick sighting shortcuts, gesture-driven marks, and loose sketching techniques for travel journals, urban studies, and everyday observations. Practice simplifying what you see and moving beyond rigid outlines and perfectionism. The focus is on faster, expressive sketching rather than detailed rendering. Students bring their own supplies; paper towels are provided. Review the supply list before attending.
 
Location: Jupiter, Florida
Instructor: Fernando Porras
Cost: $375 for both days
Sponsor: The New Studio for the Visual Arts
Website, email, 561-295-5712

3-Day Watercolor Course: En Plein Air! Discover the joy of painting outdoors with Vladislav Yeliseyev! Immerse yourself in the Yeliseyev Method, a proven approach to watercolor that simplifies the painting process and inspires artists worldwide. Explore beautiful Sarasota settings, develop your artistic skills, and gain confidence in composition, value, and expressive color through demonstrations and personalized instruction. Bonus: Enjoy complimentary access to two video workshops covering essential drawing skills and perspective to help you prepare for your plein air experience. Perfect for artists of all skill levels, this intimate master class offers three inspiring days of painting, learning, and creative discovery with an internationally acclaimed watercolorist. Space is limited—register today!
 
Location: Sarasota, Florida
Instructor: Vladislav Yeliseyev
Cost: $650
Sponsor: Renaissance School of Art
Website, email, 941-330-6865