Thia Nevius 

Wednesdays, 10 AM–1 PM 
January 6–February 10 
(6 weeks, 18 total hours of instruction) 
La Jolla Studio 
$290/310 

In this class we will be drawing and painting flowers using a combination of pencils, pen and ink techniques, and watercolor. We will be looking at details and working with photos of hibiscus, iris, etc., as well as real flowers. Having fun with drawing techniques such as crosshatch and using a nib will be included. Students will also explore the expressive qualities of different pencils, and mostly the translucent and vibrant effects achievable with watercolor. All are welcome to attend but some drawing skills would be helpful. Please bring materials to the first class. 

Materials: Basic drawing materials: B-range pencils; small pencil sharpener; kneaded and vinyl erasers; blending tool; small sketch pad; Micron or any black-pigment liner pen set with various tip points. Basic watercolor materials: #140 hot-press and cold-press, all-cotton, 9” x 12” watercolor paper (or simply bring what you have at home); watercolor brush, #8 or so; palette; paints—tubes (much better) or good quality paint pans; water container; paper towels. 

Max students: 12