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Join us for a Watercolor Workshop where participants will learn, through guided instruction and hands-on practice, the art of simplifying complex forms. Participants will also harness color temperature to breathe life into their creations, mastering the delicate dance between light and shadow to evoke the illusion of depth and space.
As the workshop unfolds, each participant is encouraged to bring their own vision to life, selecting their preferred painting reference from a curated collection of images. From serene landscapes to intricate botanical studies, every choice serves as a canvas for personal expression and artistic exploration. Alternatively, for those enamored with the enchanting vistas of Brookgreen Gardens, the option to utilize photographs captured within the verdant grounds adds an extra layer of connection to the natural world.
About the Artist:
Joshua Knight is a Native American award-winning artist working out of SC in various mediums, from charcoal to watercolor and oils. In his personal artistic expression, Josh tends to create work dealing with portraiture/figures with other objects as a means of symbolic representation of his personal life and experiences. He explores a wide range of media from 2-D to 3-D, with concentrations in drawing, painting, and ceramics/sculpture. He received his BA from Coastal Carolina University and his master's from the University of South Carolina. He is a teaching associate at Coastal Carolina University in the Department of Visual Arts.
Participants are encouraged to bring essential supplies, ensuring they have everything needed to bring their artistic visions to fruition. Here's a suggested list:
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Watercolor paints
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Watercolor paper - Sturdy and absorbent, providing the perfect surface for fluid brushstrokes. (Paper will also be provided)
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Brushes - A variety of sizes and shapes, allowing for precision and spontaneity.
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Palette - To mix and blend colors with ease.
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Water container - For rinsing brushes and diluting paint.
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Pencil and eraser - To sketch out initial compositions and adjust as needed.
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Paper towels or rag - For blotting and drying brushes.
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Optional: Photo references - whether personal snapshots or images of Brookgreen Gardens, to inspire and inform the creative process.