Much like a musical composition follows a specific key, this watercolor-based workshop—also adaptable to oil and pastel—aims to simplify the painting process using color harmony. Starting with a basic review of color theory, learn to observe and identify an overarching color “key” in your subject. Through hands-on practice, explore how tertiary colors emerge from this key and how color temperature shapes painting. By the end, you have a streamlined and cohesive strategy for color. A beginning painting class or equivalent experience is strongly recommended but not required for this workshop.

Special Program Information

• The instructor is Nick Cruz Velleman.
• This program includes one 3-hour session.
• NOTE: Registration will close for this program at 3 p.m. ET on Friday, March 6, 2026.

General Information

• This studio arts program is a Zoom Meeting to allow for patron and instructor interaction online.
• All Studio Arts programs require an online registration for each participant so that the instructor can provide individual attention to every student registered for the online program.
• This program will be recorded. Please see our FAQ for recording terms and conditions.
• Please refer to the "Materials for this program" section for any applicable supply list information and/or special documents for this program.
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