Learn how to paint watercolors using the wet into wet technique and to control this wonderful, yet unpredictable medium. Manage your paint, pigment, and water to achieve soft, diffused edges and dynamic color. Regulating the ratio of water to pigment is the key to painting in this style that encourages happy accidents and random effects. Students will achieve bold, brightly colored, flowing watercolors. Try your hand at painting a lovely lighthouse, a rich deep bouquet of flowers, or a country market. Some experience with watercolors, drawing, and design is recommended. Materials list to be provided.

HOPE FRIEDLAND holds a master's degree in art education from Columbia University. She is an award-winning artist whose experience includes working with watercolor, mixed media, illustration, and writing various articles about art education. Friedland is the organizer and director of the Westchester Artists Guild. During the year, her work appears in many local juried art exhibitions and is represented in private collections and galleries.

4 Sessions, starting Monday, December 2 (no class 12/23, 12/30) • 12:15pm-2:45pm • Girl Scout House • Course 12931 • $145

4 Sessions, starting Tuesday, December 3 (no class 12/24, 12/31) • 12:15pm-2:45pm • Girl Scout House • Course 12911 • $145