The Creative Journey I and II:

I will supply most of the materials needed for experimentation, but it is helpful if you arrive with some of the basics, such as:

– Sketchbook/Journal or notebook

-a container for water such as an ice cream bucket or plastic container

-Support* (for supporting watercolor paper)- can be a plywood or masonite board or a large clipboard (at least 9”x12”). If you do not have one, I will have some for you to use.

– Palette for mixing paints…If you do not have a palette, you can use any white plate or lid. It should be at least the size of a small dinner plate.  I will have some available at the class for you to use.

– Saran Wrap* -one or two sheets (I will have extra if you do not have this)*

-Rubbing Alcohol*- I will supply this, but if you want to bring your own, put it in a small spray bottle.

-a roll of 1” masking tape OR four binder clips to keep paper attached on board

-Pencils for sketching/ a pen for journaling/ sharpener

– One fine tip permanent marker, such as a Sharpie

– Reference photos and sketches you may want to paint. If you can, please make a photocopies in black and white.* If you do not have photos, bring pictures from a magazine. I will also have extra photos.

– paper towels

-scissors

Paper, Brushes, and Paint:

Option A: For those who are new to watercolor painting:

Watercolor Sampler Kit will be for sale 30 minutes before the workshop begins.  This will include Strathmore 400 Watercolor Paper, a folding palette, and a squirt of a variety of high quality watercolor paints. I will supply brushes for your use if you do not have any brushes. I have a limited number of brushes for sale.

Please arrive before the class to purchase this kit- between 8:30-9:00 a.m.

The cost will be $12.00 without a brush and $16.00 with a brush.

Option B:  For those who have experience with watercolor and already have paints:  Bring a variety of colors, but make sure you include at least one yellow, one red, and one blue tube of watercolor paint.

Paint Color Recommendations: (choose at least one from each group)

Yellow:

Cadmium Yellow Pale, Lemon Yellow, Aureolin, or Hansa Yellow

Blue:

French Ultramarine Blue, Cobalt Blue, Cerulean, Manganese Hue, or Peacock Blue

Red:

Cadmium Red Light or Medium, Permanent Rose, or Alizarin Crimson

There are many brands of paint available for purchase. My favorite brands include:

Holbein, Winsor Newton, Daniel Smith (danielsmith.com), American Journey (cheapjoes.com), and Da Vinci.

Brushes:           

I suggest having a few round brushes sizes 4, 6, 8, 10 and a 1” flat brush. For this workshop, bring a variety of large and small brushes, whatever you have. I will have some “loaners” available.

Paper:

I recommend Arches or Fabriano 140 lb. Cold Press watercolor paper. I will be supplying small sample papers (Strathmore 400) for our experiments. There will be paper available to purchase from the Red Door Art Gallery. Paper comes in full sheets (30”x22”) or half sheets (15”x22”) or smaller. You can also purchase watercolor paper in pads or in “blocks” from art stores.

If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please contact me at barbara@barbarabenda nagle.com or bbnagle@cableone.net

Online companies I recommend: (you can request a catalog)

cheapjoes.com 1-855-379-3385

jerry’sartarama.com 800-827-8478

dickblick.com 1-800-828-4548

danielsmith.com (800) 426-6740

Remember to ask about free shipping! If you order with friends, you can save money on shipping! 

Fargo-Moorhead Art Stores I recommend:

Art Materials (downtown on Broadway)

Hobby Lobby

There are many online companies and stores available beside the ones I listed. Most of them have similar prices. Online companies allow you to save money, while stores allow you the convenience of getting supplies sooner.

   Are you interested in learning how to start painting or perhaps, you have let those paints and pencils sit for a few years, collecting dust, and you need some motivation to respond       to your creative urges?

Thanks to the Red Door Art Gallery of Wahpeton, I will be offering my course The Creative Journey I: Exploration in Drawing and Watercolor this July 9th-10th, 2013, from 9:00-4:00 daily on the NDSCS campus in Wahpeton, North Dakota.  This two-day workshop is an introductory overview of non-threatening drawing and watercolor techniques to spur the creative energy of all levels of artists. This course will include topics such as sketchbook journaling, making effective value studies, making sense of the color wheel, tips on creating strong compositions, and learning to deal with the “inner critic” and other blocks to creative progress. The cost of instruction is $100 for two day. A supply list will be available to those who sign up. Those who are new to watercolor may purchase a “sampler kit” for a small fee.

I will be also teaching my 2-day workshop titled, “The Creative Journey II: Exploration in Value and Composition”, on July 16th-17th, also on the NDSCS campus in Wahpeton. This course goes into greater depth to better understand and practice key topics of value and composition in drawing and watercolor.  Creative Journey I is a recommended prerequisite to this course.

The Red Door Art Gallery in Wahpeton will be handling the registration and payment. Payment is due upon registration. Minimum class size is 10 and maximum class size is 15. I prefer to keep my classes small to allow for more individualized instruction. Contact www.reddoorgallerywahpeton.com/‎ to sign up today.

I hope to see you at either class this summer!- Barbara

Save the Date!

I am personally inviting you to this event at the Hjemkomst Center on June 18th, 2013. Mark your calendars now so you can attend a free art event and listen to juror Arne Westerman speak. The Red River Watercolor Society hosts an excellent event each year and this year is no exception. My painting, “Clownin’ Around” will be a part of this exhibition this year. I hope to see you there!