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GUIDED STUDIO

Watercolor Made Easy

Deborah Barnard

Beginner

$35 Members l $40 Non-members

Tuesdays

October 13, 2026

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Do you love watercolor but feel a little intimidated by getting started? Watercolor can be easy and enjoyable once you learn the basic techniques and where to begin. This class is weekly class (beginning October 13) designed for students with little or no previous watercolor experience.


Through step-by-step instruction, demonstrations, and plenty of personal guidance, students will explore fundamental watercolor techniques. Each week, the instructor will provide subject matter, and students will work together to complete a painting. Most classes will complete one painting per week.


This class meets one day per week on a continual basis. Students should register by Monday for the Tuesday class. This class begins Tuesday, October 13.


What You'll Learn

  • Build confidence with watercolor through simple, step-by-step instruction and demonstrations.

  • Learn fundamental watercolor techniques, including basic washes, blending, and brush handling.

  • Explore color mixing and learn how to create a variety of colors and harmonious color combinations.

  • Understand value and how light and dark areas help create depth, dimension, and interest in a painting.

  • Develop an understanding of composition and how to arrange shapes and elements for a balanced painting.

  • Practice applying watercolor techniques through weekly projects with individual guidance and feedback.


What to Bring

Please refer to the supply list provided by the instructor. Students should bring all required watercolor supplies to each class. Students must also bring their own table coverings/drop cloths and water containers.

Location: Beach Art Center: 1515 Bay Palm Blvd Indian Rocks Beach

Meet your Instructor

Deborah Barnard

Deborah Barnard is an award winning watercolor artist. A member of the Florida Watercolor Society, Deb teaches an easy approach to getting started in watercolor for the true beginner. Deb has instructed hundreds of students right here in the local community. Learn how to go from a photo on your cell phone to applying paint to paper and creating a painting that will make you proud. Deb lives in Largo with her husband, Jim and their three fur babies, Dexter, Mazie and Louie.
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(727) 596-4331

1515 Bay Palm Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785, USA

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Hours of Operation:

TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Will Reopen in September - Stay tuned for updates

Monday- Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

(See our Class Schedules for Weekend and Evening Class times.)

Parking:

Parking is available in front of the building, at Kolb Park across the street, and in the grassy area behind our building.  Students may also park in the lot between our building and the Indian Rocks Beach Library.​

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Wheelchair-accessible facility and programming. For accessibility questions or accommodation requests, contact our Office Manager, Irene Zafferes at the above phone and email.

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