John Lovett has had a lifetime of teaching workshops and success as an artist. He is renowned for helping students to loosen up and get creative with their watercolours and is a highly sought after artist for beginners and experienced alike.
In this workshop, John will cover his techniques for taking your watercolour art to the next level using a variety of painting subjects. Learn the tips and tricks to how he keeps his paintings loose as well as a variety of drafting techniques John uses to add interest and heighten focal points in an artwork.
MATERIALS LIST
PAINT
French Ultramarine Blue
Phthalo Blue (or Winsor, or Prussian)
Permanent Alizarin Crimson (or Art Spectrum Permanent Crimson)
Quinacridone Gold (or Indian Yellow)
White Gouache Small container of Gesso
Permanent Rose
Cobalt Blue Aureolin
INK
Burnt Sienna Pigment Ink (Art Spectrum)*
Plain Dip in Pen and Nib *(remember to screw the cap on tight and seal in a clear plastic bag if you’re flying)
BRUSHES 1 inch flat Taklon (one stroke)
#1 or #2 Taklon liner (Neef are a good brand)
¼ inch flat Taklon (one stroke)
2 inch or 3 inch Hake Brush (goat hair)
⅛ inch flat Taklon (one stroke)
½ inch bristle house-painting brush (these are supplied)
PENCILS
A couple of Schwan Stabillo (or Conte) pastel pencils
Black and White Charcoal Pencils A couple of Derwent
Inktense pencils
A craft knife
PAPER
John prefers Arches Watercolour Blocks – 300gsm (140lb) 26cm x 36cm (approx. 10” x 14”) John also opts to carry sheets of arches paper, cut into quarters and taped on to a core flute backing using masking tape.
OTHER ITEMS
Old towel – used for adjusting the amount of water on your brush
Palette – small enamel or plastic folding
Water Spray Bottle – small atomizer type sprays are best for travelling
Board or Core Flute - to tape your paper onto
Masking Tape
Plastic Cup for water
Painting Water Bottle
Small Sketch Pad
LOCATION
Art Lovers Melbourne, 300 Wellington St, Collingwood.
NOTE:
There are 2 flights of stairs and no lift. Please have this in mind if you have mobility issues.
It can get very cold at this time of year so please come prepared with a warm jacket.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Please note that Artable does not provide refunds for workshops under any circumstances. If you provide more than 7 days notice, you can apply for a credit to another workshop. Check our refunds page for further details.
Please note that if a workshop is sold out a sold out sign will appear on the listing and you will be unable to book in. If a workshop does not have the number or spots that you require, a note will pop up saying 'out of stock'.
LUNCH
There are cafes within walking distance and a fridge and microwave on site if you'd prefer to bring your own.
PARKING
Park in the surrounding streets and there is a drop off zone at the front entrance of the gallery.
Location:
Art Lovers Melbourne, 300 Wellington St, Collingwood
Book online
Meet the Teach
John Lovett
John Lovett is a regular contributor to International Artist Magazine and Australian Artist Magazine. He is the author of "Watercolor For the Fun of It - Getting Started" published by Northlight Books and "splashingPAINT" a complete 2 hour instructional DVD. He conducts workshops in Australia, USA and Europe where his informal, passionate approach has won a huge following.
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