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July 2011 Sketch Class Results

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Christine

July’s sketch class was a success. We had such a wonderful artistic fellowship while discovering nature. After a short walk from the nature center, we settled in by the slough to take in the amazing view. The dead trees across the slough caught my… Continue Reading “July 2011 Sketch Class Results”

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July 2011 Sketch Class this Saturday

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Christine

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It’s SO MUCH FUN!!! *shouting* Interested in learning how to sketch nature with watercolors but don’t know how to begin? Join me for a free class this Saturday, July 30, 2011, at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Willow Springs, IL. Meet in the parking lot… Continue Reading “July 2011 Sketch Class this Saturday”

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Let’s Paint a Spring Trail!

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Christine

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This is going to be a step-by-step demonstration on how to do a watercolor sketch. Sketches are quicker and looser than paintings. It’s great to make a sketch when you just want to get the main idea down without a ton of detail. You… Continue Reading “Let’s Paint a Spring Trail!”

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