HOUSTON
WATERCOLOR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Saturday 28 September
Montrose - 9am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" color and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolor-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the park with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawing/painting.

You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, artworks and have some take away homework with the learnt technique.
All level and experience are welcome.
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$47      
Watercolor Techniques Class Part II

Watercolor Techniques Class Part II

Saturday 05 October
Southern end of the Museum District - 10am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Join us for the highly anticipated Watercolor Techniques Class Part II! Discover the use of sponges , Sea Salt, isopropyl alcohol in watercolor painting. We will also be discussing about brush choices and handling.

Don't worry if you missed Part I; everyone is welcome to join! Whether you're a seasoned painter or just starting, our talented instructor will guide you every step of the way.
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$47      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 26 October
Chasewood Park Drive - 9am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Are you wanting to learn more about watercolor painting? Then join this class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.
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$47      

Light & Shadow in Watercolor

Light & Shadow in Watercolor

Saturday 16 November
Montrose - 10am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
So how should you paint shade and shadows in watercolors? Our wonderful instructor will break it down in a way that's easy to grasp and totally doable! Painting lifelike and convincing shadows is all about understanding the dance of light and shade in the real world. But fear not, we've got your back!

No matter if you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your brush into the watercolor world for the first time, this workshop has something for everyone.
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$47      
Painting Christmas Cards

Painting Christmas Cards

Saturday 07 December
Southern end of the Museum District - 10am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Join us for a festive and creative evening at our "Painting Christmas Cards" meetup! Unleash your inner artist as we gather to design and paint unique holiday cards. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a beginner, this event is perfect for everyone. Come and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, meet fellow art enthusiasts, and create beautiful, personalized Christmas cards to share with your loved ones. Don't miss this chance to add a personal touch to your holiday greetings!
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$47      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 04 January
Chasewood Park Drive - 10am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Are you wanting to learn more about watercolor painting? Then join this class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.
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$47      

Rose Garden Meetup

Rose Garden Meetup

Saturday 25 January
Southern End of the Museum District - 10am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Join us for our enchanting "Rose Garden Meetup," where we'll be celebrating the elegance and charm of everyone's favorite bloom!

In this delightful gathering, we're putting the spotlight on the breathtaking rose blossom as our main muse. Under the guidance of our skilled instructor, you'll learn how to capture the delicate intricacies and vibrant hues of these iconic flowers using the magical medium of watercolor.
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$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Mastering Granny Square Joining Techniques

Mastering Granny Square Joining Techniques

Saturday 14 September
Greater Eastwood - 12pm - 3 Hours
Houston Crochet Club
Carrie Cubos
Unleash Your Crochet Creativity: Mastering Granny Square Joining Magic!

Get ready for a crochet extravaganza like no other! Join us in this exciting class where you'll dive into the art of seamlessly connecting granny squares in the most captivating ways imaginable. Whether you're a crochet newbie hungry to expand your skills or a seasoned enthusiast ready to finesse your joining techniques, this course has got something special for everyone.

Prepare to roll up your sleeves and dive right in! Throughout this hands-on workshop, you'll become a joining wizard, mastering a delightful array of techniques. From the traditional whipstitch and slip stitch joins to the more intricate and stylish methods like the flat braid and join-as-you-go, we've got all the crochet secrets covered.

By the end of this session, you'll be armed with the knowledge and confidence to turn individual motifs into jaw-dropping afghans, cozy blankets, and fashionable accessories that will turn heads. So why wait? Discover the pure joy of crafting beautifully interconnected crochet creations and grab your tickets today to embark on this creative journey with the HoustonCrochetClub. Let's crochet magic together!
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$71      
Perspective Drawing

Perspective Drawing

Saturday 21 September
Richmond Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Houston Art Group
Gary James
Perspective drawing is a technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface

In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of perspective.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of perspective.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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$47      
Beginner's Class: Character Designing and Expressions.

Beginner's Class: Character Designing and Expressions.

Saturday 12 October
Richmond Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Houston Art Group
Gary James
In this class, we will explore the fundamentals of character design and expressions, and equip you with the skills needed to create your own unique and expressive characters.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the basics of character design, including shape language, proportions, and anatomy. We will also explore the different types of characters and how to create a unique personality for each one.

in this class we will draw prehistoric animals from animals to birds to humans and their backgrounds
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$47      

Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 26 October
Greater Eastwood - 12pm - 3 Hours
Houston Crochet Club
Carrie Cubos
Embark on a creative journey with our Beginner Bandana Crochet Class, tailored for those eager to explore the art of crochet with a touch of stylish flair. In this welcoming and hands-on class, participants will delve into the fundamentals of crochet, focusing on the creation of a trendy and versatile bandana. Led by an experienced instructor, attendees will learn essential crochet stitches, grasp the basics of pattern reading, and gain confidence in working with yarn and hooks.

The class provides a supportive environment for beginners, ensuring that each participant receives personalized guidance and hands-on assistance. By the end of the session, attendees will not only have crafted their own chic bandana but also acquired valuable skills that serve as a foundation for future crochet projects. Join us for an engaging and accessible crochet experience, where creativity flourishes, and participants leave with a fashionable accessory they've personally crafted.
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$78      
Creating Superheroes

Creating Superheroes

Saturday 02 November
Richmond Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Houston Art Group
Gary James
Delve into the art of character design, exploring every nuance of form, expression, and costume. Discover the magic of dynamic poses, expressive facial expressions, and striking visual storytelling techniques that make superheroes leap off the page. This is for comic book and animation interests and anyone who wants to learn on how to draw superheroes as well as their villain counterparts.
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$47      
Crochet tapestry

Crochet tapestry

Saturday 16 November
Greater Eastwood - 12pm - 3 Hours
Houston Crochet Club
Carrie Cubos
Dive into the captivating realm of crochet with our delightful tapestry class tailored for beginners. Led by our experienced instructor, participants will embark on a journey to unlock the secrets of transforming yarns into mesmerizing tapestry creations. From mastering fundamental crochet stitches to discovering the art of creating intricate designs, students will gain the skills and confidence needed to bring these captivating tapestries to life. Join us for an inspiring and hands-on experience, where creativity flourishes, and the joy of crochet blossoms brightly.
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$71      

Special Stitches Class

Special Stitches Class

Saturday 07 December
Greater Eastwood - 12pm - 3 Hours
Houston Crochet Club
Carrie Cubos
Uncover the Magic of Crochet's Special Stitches! Elevate your crochet skills with our exciting Special Stitches Class! If you've mastered the basics, it's time to delve into the world of Puff, Cluster, and Popcorn stitches. Together, we'll craft stunning "Daisy" and "Sunburst" squares that showcase your new skills. Plus, enjoy complimentary basic materials and a refreshing round of non-alcoholic drinks to keep your creativity flowing. Full event details will be revealed upon booking confirmation. Don't miss out on this enchanting crochet journey-reserve your spot today!
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$71      
Drawing Animation Meetup

Drawing Animation Meetup

Saturday 14 December
Richmond Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Houston Art Group
Gary James
In this workshop, we will explore the art of drawing characters, layouts, and backgrounds on paper.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of creating dynamic and expressive character designs.
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$47      
Cartoon Drawing for Beginners

Cartoon Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 21 December
Richmond Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Houston Art Group
Gary James
creating silly daffy cartoon illustrations
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$47      

Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 28 December
Greater Eastwood - 12pm - 3 Hours
Houston Crochet Club
Carrie Cubos
Welcome to our beginner crochet class where you will learn how to create beautiful flower granny squares! Whether you're new to crochet or just looking to improve your skills, this class ID is perfect for you.
In this class, you will be provided with all necessary materials, including yarn, a crochet hook, and instructions, so you can focus on learning and practicing the stitches. You'll learn how to attach different yarns together and create a granny square border.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process step by step, offering tips and techniques to help you along the way. By the end of the class, you'll have a completed flower granny square and the confidence to make it on your own!
And to make the class even more enjoyable, we'll provide free coffee or tea for you to sip while you crochet. It's the perfect way to relax and socialize with other crochet enthusiasts.
No prior experience is required for this class, just a willingness to learn and have fun! We look forward to seeing you there.
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$75      
Beginner Crochet Beanie Class

Beginner Crochet Beanie Class

Saturday 18 January
Greater Eastwood - 12pm - 3 Hours
Houston Crochet Club
Carrie Cubos
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of crochet as we kick off the year with a Beginner Crochet Beanie Class! Whether you're a complete novice or looking to enhance your skills, this class is perfect for you. In this hands-on session, you'll learn the fundamental stitches and techniques needed to create a cozy beanie from start to finish. All materials will be provided, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable learning experience. Unleash your creativity and leave with a stylish beanie that you've crafted with your own hands.
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$75      
Drawing Animation

Drawing Animation

Saturday 01 February
Richmond Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Houston Art Group
Gary James
Experience firsthand the dynamic world of illustrative arts. Learn how to draw unique character designs, captivating layouts and immersive backgrounds on paper under the expert guidance of our experienced instructors. Break through your artistic boundaries and bring your creativity to life in this interactive workshop. Expand your imagination, deepen your skills and express yourself through the timeless art of drawing.
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$47      

ABOUT HOUSTON
WATERCOLOR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start is a set of watercolour paints, brushes, and water container.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Houston Watercolor Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
I truly enjoyed last Saturday?s Beginning Water Color art class. The instructor was great and gave great instruction. I can?t wait to sign up for the class at Hermann Park.
5/5
Giselle
2024-06-16
Enjoyed the class.
5/5
Lisa
2024-06-03
It was very good. I liked the tips we received.
5/5
Deborah
2024-05-07

I enjoyed the class with Arthur. I learned how to view scenes to paint and some painting techniques. I will be signing up for more classes as my schedule allows.
5/5
Deborah
2024-03-25
Enjoyable day. Good information on learning how to map out a drawing.
5/5
Cat
2024-03-25
Nice location. Good lecture about learning to measure environments prior to painting.
5/5
Cat
2024-03-24

Enjoyed the class! Arthur is a good instructor. He taught by showing us how to construct the scene and how to begin filling in with color. Will definitely take more classes.
5/5
Deborah
2024-03-24
I enjoyed it very much!
5/5
Margaret
2024-03-24
Martina was a wonderful instructor. I thoroughly enjoyed the class and learned a lot about watercolor painting. I highly recommend the class.
5/5
Deborah
2024-03-12

I thought it was great! I learned a lot and really like my mushroom painting.
5/5
Whitney
2024-03-12
Good morning. First, I liked Martina very much. She is really delightful. I think she is good at teaching people with little to no experience with watercolor like me. She was very helpful and interested in teaching. I am glad I attended the class, however, there were issues I need to mention. I know you do not have control over the weather. It was certainly not the instructor's fault either. The winds were 13-20 mph with gusts as well. It was 55 degrees at 10 AM and 58 at 12 AM. The temperature would be great, but the wind made it impossible for me to hear her. It was a struggle for me the entire class. It was cold and windy, as I said, and so I was miserable. At one point, there was a gust of wind and another student's pad of watercolor paper flew up and hit me in the chin, which demonstrates the windiness of the morning. There was nothing to break the wind. All that being said, I want to take more classes, however, I want to know if you give refunds or credit for another class if there is weather that isn't conducive to learning. Or do you ever have indoor venues? I am very interested in learning much more about watercolor and will take as many classes as I am able. Kind regards, Rebecca Marseglia
4/5
REBECCA
2024-03-11
It was cold outside but that wasn't the instructor's fault. Martina was very encouraging as a instructor and chose good exercises to learn with. My wife and I enjoyed the class. We would definitely take a class again with Martina.
5/5
Michael & Katie
2024-03-11

ARTISTS
Arthur Deatly
Local artist Arthur Deatly, has painted the Gulf coast region for over 20 years in the Plein Air style. Working from direct observation, he has traversed Houston and surrounding areas painting the city, towns and countryside he knows.

A graduate of Kansas City Art Institute in painting in 1981, he has maintained a steady and varied career in the Visual Arts. He has studied and practiced his trade since he left college yet still learn something knew every time he goes out and paints.
PHOTOS
Houston Watercolor Group
2024-09-05
Title or Location: Iguazu Falls, Argentina
For this painting, I worked from a photograph I took at the top of Iguazu Falls on the border of Argentina and Brazil. The painting is watercolor on a 100 Multimedia Yasutoma mineral paper. 11? x 17?.
Credit: Kirk Lewis

Houston Watercolor Group
2024-09-02
Title or Location: Bath England
Took a trip to England and Paris in 1986 . This photo was taken in Bath England. Bath the town was built by the Romans and a Roman Bath House is a big tourist attraction.
Credit: Ron Bigony
Houston Watercolor Group
2024-09-02
Title or Location: Relaxing at the lake
The canoe is painted on Arches 140 in my 6 x 10 Journal. The photo is from a friend. I really enjoyed working with these colors and practicing reflections, shadows and calm water. I was thinking of my grandson who loves to fish as I painted, and his favorite color is green. I used Andrews Turquoise, Hansa Yellow, Cobalt Blue, Indigo, Perm Alizarin. Fun subject.
Credit: Donna Van Wyk

Houston Watercolor Group
2024-08-30
Title or Location: Graffiti Park Houston
Houston?s legendary Graffiti Park, has become a very popular backdrop for tourists seeking selfies with fun street art, musicians making music videos and unique graduation photos, like this young man. Here, he sits atop a low graffiti wall wearing his celebratory shoes, ready for the next chapter of his life to begin. Good luck Nicholas! (Arches 9x12, 100 cotton paper).
Credit: Kim Solem
Instagram: Kimsolem616

Houston Watercolor Group
2024-08-30
Title or Location: Painting was done at home
?Another World? was painted in loose watercolor style using a partial smear technique to get the darker colors. This was my first real success using watercolors on mineral paper.
Credit: Kirk Lewis
Houston Watercolor Group
2024-08-17
Title or Location: I retrieved the image from a Google image on line of an oil painting. The name of the artist was not shared. I wanted to see if I could adapt the image to watercolor.
I consider myself an on again, off again intermediate beginner in watercolors. As a result, I am still learning how to make the paints and the water work with me instead of against me. This was originally a Google image I found on line of a painting done in oil. I adapted it and tried painting it in watercolor. It is an 8? x 10? on 140 Bienfang cold press paper. While I think the image is different enough from the original, I understand you may be uncomfortable with it. I don?t intend to sell
Credit: Kirk Lewis

Akron Watercolor Group
2024-09-07
Title or Location: Sunflower Fields
Took photo of sunflower fields located near the shores of Lake Erie many years ago. It was my inspiration to paint a gift for a friend
Credit: Katy Garrison

Winston Salem Watercolor Group
2024-09-07
Title or Location: Tiny Autumn Owl
Autumn is my favorite season. I adore the cool crisp morning and cozy atmosphere. This 9x12 watercolor painting is my tribute to the beauty of this season.
Credit: Amanda Goins
Facebook: Amanda Goins Art/ https://www.facebook.com/amandagoins44
Instagram: @amandagoins_44 / https://www.instagram.com/amandagoins_44/
Adelaide Watercolour Group
2024-09-06
Title or Location: A magpie portrait
I paint birds. It is my third magpie painting and possibly not the last. It was shortlisted by me as the possible entry to the coming community exhibition next month
Credit: Svetlana Cook
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativenature11/

Brisbane Watercolour Group
2024-09-06
Title or Location: Calamvale, Brisbane
This is my watercolour painting of Sugar Plums. I used a photo by Yevgeniya Shal I found on Pinterest, and I liked the wooden board and the variety of colours in the plums. I have started tutoring watercolour at Logan West Community Art Share Alliance at Hillcrest and was looking for some interesting ideas for the classes.I like to use the layering technique of laying colours over dried colours, to create depth and texture. I tend to be quite heavy with the colour, compared to some other wat
Credit: Sue Battis
Facebook: facebook.com/suebattisart
Instagram: instagram.com/suebattisart

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