Join us for an unforgettable watercolor experience in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where creativity meets culture. This workshop blends in-depth studio instruction with immersive exploration of one of America’s most iconic art towns. In this workshop, Carrie will share her signature techniques, including: Creating luminous layers with transparent watercolor; Mastering reflections, glass, and dramatic lighting; Building strong compositions with everyday objects; and Developing a narrative in still life through thoughtful design and color. Each day, you’ll work with Carrie in the studio to deepen your skills and bring a personal painting to life with hands-on guidance and feedback. The city is full of art galleries, restaurants, shops and museums. We will visit the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum together.
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Instructor: Carrie Waller
Cost: $1,690
Sponsor: French Escapade
Website, email, 510-584-6919

David goes beyond the basics and shows students how to construct strong, vibrant, personality-filled watercolor paintings. You will learn: how to find the essence of your subject matter; how to construct compelling compositions; to see shapes, not objects; how to create a color strategy; how to use frisket to achieve batik-like effects; the importance of value patterns in your work; and how to paint loosely while staying true to your subject matter. Daily one-on-one critiques and demos will be vital to helping you find your watercolor voice. We will paint in the studio each morning. You will have the choice every afternoon of a walking tour in Santa Fe with the tour leader or uninstructed painting time in the studio.
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Instructor: David Daniels
Cost: $1,690
Sponsor: French Escapade
Website, email, 510-584-6919