Introduction to Watercolour Technique, Experimentation and Process

Introduction, 15 minutes: A brief introduction to Tate 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 mins: View completed works, discuss the making process and how similar techniques were used differently by members of the group.

All Tate Modern entrances are step-free. You can enter via the Turbine Hall and into the Natalie Bell Building on Holland Street, or into the Blavatnik Building on Sumner street.

There are lifts to every floor of the Blavatnik and Nathalie Bell buildings. Alternatively you can take the stairs.

• Fully accessible toilets are located on every floor on the concourses.
• A quiet room is available to use in the Natalie Bell Building on Level 4.
• Ear defenders can be borrowed from the Ticket desks.

To help plan your visit to Tate Modern, have a look at our visual story. It includes photographs and information about what you can expect from a visit to the gallery.

For more information before your visit:

• Email hello@tate.org.uk
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