Description
Join Paul for a deep dive into the fascinating world of painting shiny metal in watercolor.
Metal can be one of the most challenging subjects to paint. Its reflective surfaces, sharp highlights, dramatic shadows, and unexpected shifts in color require careful observation and thoughtful planning. In this workshop, Paul will demonstrate how to interpret those reflective qualities and translate them into convincing, luminous watercolor paintings.
No matter where you are in your artistic journey, this is a rare opportunity to observe Paul’s unique approach to painting and learn how he solves the challenges presented by complex surfaces. Through demonstrations, informal lectures, discussions, and critiques, you’ll explore design, color, value, texture, pattern, and the decisions that help turn a difficult subject into a successful painting.
Paul will demonstrate the versatility of watercolor while showing you how to mix color using a limited palette and build luminous surfaces through thin layers of transparent washes. He’ll guide you step-by-step through the painting process, from organizing the composition and dividing the shapes to creating convincing reflections, controlling values, and correcting mistakes along the way. We’ll also explore the decisions that make a painting successful, including what to emphasize, what to simplify, and what you want to communicate about your subject.
If watercolor is your passion, this highly energized workshop is for you. Paul’s relaxed, positive approach to painting will encourage you to loosen up, experiment, and have fun while tackling a subject that might feel a little intimidating.
Come prepared to learn, paint, ask questions, and discover logical and creative solutions to your watercolor problems.
We hope you can join us!
You will need an internet connection and a device with audio/video capabilities. You will receive the Zoom invitation after you have registered.
The suggested materials list.
- Paper – 2 sheets of Arches watercolor paper, 140lb, 260lb (aka 156 lb cold press/356gsm) or 300lb cold press.
Paul will demonstrate on a 1/2 sheet (20×26″) of 260lb – (aka 156 lb cold press/356gsm) - Painting board – large enough to fit 1/2 sheet of paper.
- Palette – Paul uses the Quiller palette, but any large watercolor palette will do.
- Water containers – at least 2
- Paper Towels
- Brushes
- 3 Round watercolor brushes, pick a small, medium and large
- 2” flat wash brush
- 1 small, cheap brush for masking fluid.
- Masking fluid
- Graphite paper (large sheet)
- Any other watercolor supplies you normally use.
(aka: kneaded eraser, exacto knife, sketching pencil, masking tape…) - Paint -Bring the paints you normally use*. Paul will be using his Paul Jackson Signature Watercolor Paint Set by Da Vinci Paint Co: Aubergine, Bora Bora Turquoise, Cabernet, Cowbell, Deep Dark Blue, Deep Purple, Electric Lemon, Envy, Fireball, International Orange, Jackson Blue, Kathmandu Alizarin, Marigold, Masters Yellow, Portrait Pink, Rockstar Pink, Sienna Fire, Submarine Yellow, Ocean, Ultramarine Dream
*Matching colors from other professional brands will suffice.
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