
Botanical Painting for Beginners (4-sessions)
Beginner-friendly botanical watercolor class exploring brushwork, washes, layering, and texture as you paint leaves and flowers. All supplies are provided, and you’ll take home in-progress or finished artwork after each of the four Tuesday sessions.
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