Beginner Watercolor Class with Artist Jennifer Teeler

Beginner watercolor — taught by local watercolor artist Jennifer Teeler.

Start your watercolor journey with a calm, confidence-building class focused on one color (also called a monochrome or value study). You’ll learn the core skills that make watercolor “click”: how water moves, how pigment flows, and how to blend, soften edges, and build depth by layering transparent washes. We provide everything you need—just bring your curiosity (and a friend!). 

What you’ll do
Learn watercolor foundations: water control + pigment-to-water ratio (the secret sauce)
Practice key wash techniques: flat wash and graded wash (smooth transitions from dark to light) 
Explore wet-on-wet vs wet-on-dry for flowy blends vs crisp details 
Try blending + “dropping in” pigment (charging) to create natural gradients and movement (aka that magical watercolor bloom moment) 
 
What’s included
Professional watercolor paper (plus practice sheets)
Brushes, palettes, water jars, and all tools needed
Step-by-step instruction in a friendly, creative studio

You’ll leave with
A finished monochrome watercolor piece 

Good to know
Skill level: Beginner-friendly (no experience required)
Location: Foxwood Engraving, Downtown Renton
Seats are limited; advance registration required

Bring
Nothing required (we’ve got you!)

Curiosity, creativity, and a friend!