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Watercolor: Beginning & Intermediate

Watercolor: Beginning & Intermediate

Unleash the power of dynamic watercolor painting. We will work on both guided and self directed projects. This class is great for people needing motivation to paint, those seeking community, artists wanting to hone their skills, and beginners.

This class is taught in English.

SUPPLY LIST:
•Watercolors
•Watercolor Paper (Cold Pressed)
•Watercolor Brushes (Various Sizes and Shapes) I use mostly large "Round" watercolor brushes when teaching
•Pencils and Erasers
•Kneaded Eraser
•White Gelly Roll Pen
•Paper Towels or Blue Shop Paper Towels
•Artist Masking Tape
•Small Board to tape down your watercolor paper (drawing board, masonite board, or plastic sheet like plexiglass)
*If you decide to get tube watercolors, get yourself a pallet to put your paints in. With smaller watercolor pan sets you may also want a larger flat pallet for paint mixing in your kit


Some Material Suggestions:
Many of these options are also available at Blick or Micheals.

Bee Watercolor Paper
Winsor & Newton or Van Gogh Pan Watercolors
Van Gogh Watercolor Tube Set
Mr. Pen Airtight 18-Well Watercolor Palette
Artify 8PCS Brush Set


LOCATION:

Visual Art Institute 2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, Utah

INSTRUCTOR:
This class is taught by Lyra. Learn more about our instructors at https://www.visualartinstitute.org/art-faculty

DROP-INS:

This class IS open for drop-in students. Students can register online for a specific date or purchase a Flex Pass. Everyone is responsible for bringing their supplies for the class.

OPEN STUDIO:

During the first week of class, we will discuss the times and rules of using the studio and equipment during non-class hours. This is only available to students currently registered in the class.

REFUND POLICY:

We are only able to offer refunds up to 2 weeks before the start of class. We do not offer refunds or credits or make-up classes to students who miss class.

TRANSFER POLICY:

We may be able to transfer you to a different class depending on space availability.

CLASS CANCELLATION:

We find that students learn better in larger groups. If we feel the number of registrations is too low to promote a good learning environment, we may cancel the class. In the event we cancel a class, we will reach out to you as soon as possible.
TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

We try to make our classes as accessible to everyone as possible. We are able to offer a limited number of tuition assistance scholarships each term. You can complete an application on our website or call our office for assistance applying. Applications are available in Spanish and English.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT:

When you register for more than one class, you can receive a discount up to 10% per class!

ADA ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS:

Our classrooms are ADA accessible. Some courses may involve tasks or activities that may be difficult for individuals with limited strength, difficulty bending over, and sitting or standing for long periods of time. We are happy to work with students to find solutions to make their experience positive and doable. For example, wheel throwing takes arm strength and bending over the wheel. Students may work on hand-building projects instead of throwing. Please reach out to our office to discuss your needs.

DIFFICULTY REGISTERING?

Please call our main office for assistance! 801.474.3796

Visual Art Institute
PRICE: $299 12-Week Tuition (1 Drop-In Class $25)
Every week through Mar 26, 2026.
Thursday: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM

Event Supported By

Visual Art Institute
801-474-3796
info@visualartinstitute.org

Artist Group Info

Lyra Zoe Smith
Visual Art Institute
2901 S Highland Drive
Salt Lake City, Utah 84106
801-474-3796
info@visualartinstitute.org