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Beginner Watercolor Painting


Adult & Family Programs / Fine Arts & Crafts / Painting -
Prescott CC - 2025 PROGRAM CATALOG

Learn the basics of watercolor painting in this beginner class. No experience necessary. This course will focus on getting comfortable with watercolor techniques and enjoying the process of painting. The basics of color mixing, value, composition and use of materials and tools will be covered.

Through guided instruction and a step by step guided demonstration process, together we’ll paint simple landscape subjects. This will allow you to learn this wonderful medium in a fun and supportive environment.

A material list will be supplied prior to the start of class. Materials are not included in the course registration fee.


Here's what they are saying about Beth's Beginner Watercolor Painting Class:

"Beth was a great teacher! I felt as though I learned a lot from her."

"The instructor. So helpful and observant. Constant instruction always there to help."

"Beth was very supportive and encouraging. Her progression of skills was great for a beginner. I appreciated that she gave suggestions for things to work on outside of class."

"The class size was small enough that everyone was able to get adequate instruction and ask questions. I am so satisfied with the class I took I have registered for the following class."

"Small class. Beth is very knowledgeable and her directions were easy to follow." 

"Beth did a wonderful job demonstrating the water color basics I wanted in a beginning class! She was so patient and encouraging to all the class and very helpful giving tips to everyone as we worked on our various paintings and skills. It was a fun group of ladies also." 

"Very friendly instructor and classmates. Also instructor was supportive and encouraging to everyone." 

"Beth is very patient and thoughtful. She works to ensure all students are successful and that they enjoy the class!" 

"She really makes this art form accessible to beginners yet never simplifies to the point of boring. Very enjoyable!"  

"Easy to follow. Enjoyed the comradery with both students and instructor." 

"Beth is a natural. I have some special needs and she accommodated them. I never felt rushed. She was understanding of my need to ask for repeating questions. I completed 3 passable paintings with her direction and critique."

"Beth was a wonderful instructor! Our beginner watercolor class was welcoming, fun, and easy to follow. Beth provided excellent guidance with step by step instructions allowing us as beginners to learn basic watercolor techniques. Beth also gave great suggestions for homework and independent practice. I am looking forward to taking another watercolor workshop with Beth this summer!" "Beth’s logical, methodical, and artistic approach to teaching us beginners! She makes watercolor painting accessible for everyone and yet doesn’t oversimplify. Just right!"

Beth Smith

Watercolor Instructor

Since I was young I loved to draw and paint. That love blossomed many years later when I discovered watercolors. I started taking classes at a local community center and later studies with the likes of Andrew Kusmin, Paul George etc. I find it exciting to paint with watercolor because of the difference effects that result between water and paint. I’m inspired by light, shadows and color, most of my subjects are landscapes as I’m drawn to nature.

For many years I co-chaired the Westford Regional Art Event and also co-founded the gallery at the Parish Center for the Arts. My paintings sell through shows, fairs and social media. Please follow me at Beth_smith_art on Instagram. 

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  Beth Smith


Prescott Community Center : Room 108
Mondays, Apr 14 - May 19
1:00 - 3:00 PM

  No Class Apr 21


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Min Age   18 yr.

$ 145.00
5-Week Session

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