Watercolor Painting with Marilyn Valiente

Tuesdays, June 1, 2021 to July 6, 2021 | 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

No other medium can capture the translucent quality of light like watercolor. In this course you will learn how to use this inherent ability of watercolor to create beautiful transparent colors that capture the light and brilliance of the garden. Basics, that are the backbone of a successful painting such as color theory, composition, and design elements will be covered. You will learn how to work with painting from a photograph and from still life. The goal of the class is to make a difficult medium easier to learn and manage while producing beautiful paintings you will be proud of.
Participants must bring their chosen subject reference materials to class, such as photographs taken in the Garden, plants, flowers or other objects of interest. Basic knowledge of watercolor painting is required.

Instructor Bio: Marilyn Valiente is a visual artist living in South Florida. After her bachelor’s degree in art education from the University of Florida, she continued her education in psychology having achieved a Master’s degree in mental health counseling and a PhD in pastoral psychology. Her paintings have been exhibited both nationally and internationally. She is a signature member of both the Miami Watercolor Society and the Florida Watercolor Society. Among her recent awards in watercolors alone by the Miami Watercolor Society is “Judges Recognition” spring exhibition 2021, and “First place” in the spring exhibition 2018 exhibition, “Best in show” fall exhibition 2017. She is past president of Miami Watercolor Society for the year 2017 and 2018. Marilyn is currently president of the Coral Gables chapter the oldest and prestigious professional organization of women artist: The National League of American PEN women.

Ticket Rates
Members $180 (for a six-session class)
Non-members $216 (for a six-session class)

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Tickets are nonrefundable. This class runs rain or shine.