An Introduction to Watercolour Exploration of technique, experimentation and process

Introduction, 15 minutes: A brief introduction to Tate Liverpool and an introduction to the workshop and what it will entail, with a brief history of watercolour.

Part one, 50 minutes: In this part of the workshop, you will learn 10 different watercolour techniques following examples through hands-on exercises. Examples include wet on dry, wet in wet, wash/graded wash/variegated wash, bleeding, negative painting, palette Knife, fading Out, salt, rubbing alcohol and wax resistance.

Tea Break, 15 minutes

Part two, 30 minutes: After learning the above techniques see artists within the Tate Collection and ways artists have used this material.

Part three, 50 minutes: Use learnt techniques and knowledge to make an inspired finished piece. Individual tips and any questions that you might have during the process will be answered.

Exhibition, 20 minutes: View completed works, discuss the making process and how similar techniques were used differently by members of the group.

Tate Liverpool is located on the Royal Albert Dock Liverpool. There is level access to the gallery through the main revolving doors and two side doors.

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