PLYMOUTH
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Painting the Sea Meetup

Painting the Sea Meetup

Saturday 09 December
W Hoe Rd, Plymouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Anjali Kothari
Learn how to paint landscapes, blend colours, paint movements and establish proportions.
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Drawing Landscapes Meetup

Drawing Landscapes Meetup

Saturday 09 December
Central Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Join us for a relaxed, socially inclusive gathering of artists of all skill levels and mediums. You're encouraged to bring your preferred drawing tools, be it pencils, charcoal or pastels. Engage in friendly conversations, showcase your creative work and receive constructive feedback from fellow art enthusiasts.

In our special focus on landscape drawing, we'll delve into various aspects such as composition, perspective, shading, and depth enhancement. Practical exercises and demonstrations are planned to educate and inspire you. Learn valuable techniques and tips to elevate your landscape drawing skills and infuse your artwork with life.
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£24      
Paint Your Own Christmas Ball MeetUp

Paint Your Own Christmas Ball MeetUp

Saturday 16 December
The Hoe - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Dive into the festive spirt with our christmas ball ball painting. This is a fun, festive, fullfilling lesson intended for you to enjoy learning and developing your skills within painting, while also allowing you to step into December with the perfect christmas decoration!
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£24      
Tree Drawing Meetup

Tree Drawing Meetup

Saturday 30 December
Central Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
We will delve into the fascinating world of drawing trees, exploring not only their basic shapes but also delving into the intricate nuances of shading and detailing that can truly elevate your artistic creations. Our focus will be on understanding the fundamental elements that constitute a tree's form, allowing you to grasp the essence of its structure. As we progress, we will unlock the secrets of shading techniques, enabling you to add depth, dimension, and a touch of realism to your tree illustrations. From the delicate interplay of light and shadow to the fine details that breathe life into your sketches, this class aims to provide you with the skills and insights needed to make your trees come alive on paper. Join us on this artistic journey, where each stroke and shading technique will contribute to making your trees visually captivating and distinctly unique.
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£24      

Beginner's Drawing Meetup

Beginner's Drawing Meetup

Saturday 06 January
The Hoe - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Rediscover the joy and beauty of drawing through our class designed to immerse you in the artistic world of creating expressive and delightful artwork. Our seasoned tutors will steer you through the core elements of drawing including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. Not only this, but we'll also engage in distinctive Mark Making techniques to help conquer any fear and hesitation associated with an empty page. This exceptional experience is truly perfect for those just setting foot on their artistic journey. Dive into the wonders of art with us. Discover, learn, and grow.
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£24      
Tonal Drawing Meetup

Tonal Drawing Meetup

Saturday 13 January
The Hoe - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Discover the secret of bringing your drawings to life by mastering the art of depth and dimension through shadow and tone. Engage in an enlightening workshop, under the expert guidance of a seasoned instructor. Unlock your potential in understanding and applying the fundamental principles of tonal drawing. Dive into key aspects such as value contrast and composition. Learn how to create a vast tonal spectrum, build delightful contrast, and simplify composition to construct clean and striking images. Embark on this transformative artistic journey and watch your drawings gain a new depth of magic.
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£24      
Abstract Photography by the Sea

Abstract Photography by the Sea

Saturday 13 January
Admiralty Rd, Stonehouse - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Abstract photography by the sea, a chance to pursue art for art's sake and photograph the world as an artist would!

This workshop will focus on colours, patterns, and textures around the shoreline . If you enjoy looking at shimmering reflections, the tangled forms of seaweed, or at shell encrusted rocks, this workshop may be for you. You will be encouraged to really look - to find the poetry in simple things - while avoiding visual cliche. Come and refine your photographic vision in a relaxed setting by the sea!
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£24      

Portrait drawing

Portrait drawing

Saturday 20 January
East End - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Discover the enchanting world of portrait drawing in a comprehensive workshop led by seasoned professionals. Navigate the art of capturing the essence of a humans most engaging feature. By the end of the session, create accurate depictions with a fresh perspective and newfound knowledge. Experience this enriching journey of artistic self-discovery and enhance your drawing skills.
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£24      
Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 10 February
East End - 1pm - 3 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Unlock the secrets of drawing and discover how to bring the beauty of man's best friend to life on paper. Delve into an enriching drawing class that caters to artistic souls at any level of proficiency.

Guided by seasoned instructors, you'll embark on a journey through the foundational elements of drawing. Learn to master perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. Engage in a range of mark-making techniques that will empower you to transform a blank page into a captivating work of art.

Whether you're a novice looking to learn the basics or an experienced artist seeking to refine your skills, this drawing class is designed to inspire creativity and enhance your artistic expression through the charming subject of a dog. Join us and unleash the potential of your inner artist.
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£50      
Winter Light Photography

Winter Light Photography

Sunday 03 March
Devonport - 11am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Nature has something to offer in every season. In the winter its the stark poetry of trees, the soft light, and the atmospheric shapes of clouds. Winter allows us to compose our images thoughtfully. Shadows and glimmers, the mulch of fallen leaves, the texture of a bare branch: all these things can become strong compositions. This workshop will provide deeper understanding of aperture, iso and shutter speed as we experiment with different styles of shooting. We will create a landscape 'story' - composed from still-life and large ensemble elements. Come and enjoy a photography walk in crisp winter air and experience this magical season in the park.
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£61      

Black & White Portraits Outdoors

Black & White Portraits Outdoors

Sunday 24 March
Royal William Rd - 11:30am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Learn how to use natural light to advantage when working on outdoors black & white portraits. This workshop will take place in the historical setting. The old master painters had a special word - chiaroscuro -(meaning light-dark) for the dramatic quality of shadow in portraits. This concept, as it relates to black and white portraiture, will be fully explained. The importance of 'catch lights' in eyes & 'bokeh' (for dreamy, soft backgrounds) will also be addressed, as will the advantage of shooting in "open shade". Portraits will be taken with black and white conversion in mind, but can also be enjoyed in colour as well. The textured, stone walls and arcaded walkways in the venue will offer an atmospheric setting for this workshop!
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£61      
Introduction To Digital Photography: Creative Camera Basics

Introduction To Digital Photography: Creative Camera Basics

Saturday 20 April
The Hoe - 11am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
You have it your hands, that wonderful new DSLR camera with all of its mysterious dials & buttons. Now it is time to learn to use it properly ! There is a lot to learn about photography & each new new phase of knowledge delivers more control to the photographer ! This 3 hour session will ease you into familiarity with your camera and will suit beginners and any intermediate photographers who feel like a refresher. In this session we will cover creative camera basics, including composition, framing and perspective. You will also learn how shutter speed, aperture & iso combine to produce a correctly exposed image. Above all it will be fun ! There will be lots to photograph and enjoy, as we move around and explore both landscape and architectural features of the area !
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£61       5 places left
Abstract Photography by the Sea

Abstract Photography by the Sea

Saturday 04 May
Admiralty Rd, Stonehouse - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Abstract photography by the sea, a chance to pursue art for art's sake and photograph the world as an artist would!

This workshop will focus on colours, patterns, and textures around the shoreline . If you enjoy looking at shimmering reflections, the tangled forms of seaweed, or at shell encrusted rocks, this workshop may be for you. You will be encouraged to really look - to find the poetry in simple things - while avoiding visual cliche. Come and refine your photographic vision in a relaxed setting by the sea!
book now
£24      

ABOUT PLYMOUTH
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials which can be anything from pencils or pastels, to watercolour or oils.

If you are a complete beginner all you need to start are a couple of good drawing pencils, a rubber, and a drawing pad.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Plymouth Watercolour Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
PHOTOS
Melbourne Watercolour Group
2023-12-07
Title or Location: Ted?s Beach, Lake Peddar
This stop on the shores of Lake Peddar in the Southwest National Park in Tasmania was beautifully wild and chilly. Snow on the mountain range behind, and the tannin stained waters of Ted?s beach are what I tried to capture in this beginners watercolour. My technique has improved since then but this scene is still a favourite.
Credit: Theresa Pollard
Instagram: Tess1ep

Phoenix Watercolor Group
2023-12-06
Title or Location: Mrs. Korman
As a girl I lived in a small community of nearly all Italian immigrants or first generation to USA. One lady stuck in my memory because she always wore a kerchief, as she picked fresh dandelion greens for her salad lunch. We kids were a "tribe"every morning running through the field next to her small home smashing the young greens. She would run out shaking her fist yelling "Youse Kids! Youse is CaCa! Youse kids is Shit!! Our mother put a stop to us running through the field. So I made this p
Credit: no photo used
Albuquerque Watercolor Group
2023-12-06
Title or Location:
This watercolor was inspired from a photo of real bears dancing!
Credit: Tony Comito

Sydney Watercolour Group
2023-12-06
Title or Location: Shoal Bay
I painted this after visiting the area on the NSW Central coast for the first time in November 2023 My wife and then walked for 18ks along the coastline ion the Tomaree Headland. Stunning scenery every step of the way!
Credit: Alasdair Berry

Auckland Watercolour Group
2023-12-06
Title or Location: Jam jar terrarium

Credit: Rodney Fisher
Instagram: @rodneyfishermusic
San Diego Watercolor Group
2023-12-06
Title or Location: Menifee California
Old community barn in Menifee farm country neighborhood near backyard of Temecula California
Credit: Adriana Franc
Facebook: Adriana Pizzia franc
Instagram: Audrey pizzia franc

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