*Enrollment limited to 12 participants

There are no shortcuts to hard work, but there is no reason to not avoid common pitfalls. In this weekend workshop learn the tricks of a seasoned artist. Uma will work with students to make a reduced but versatile palette+brush set, offer systems to avoid blotchy watercolors, explain the basics of color mixing and provide the tricks behind using limited water to prevent a muddy painting. 

An extended lunchtime between the morning and afternoon session will allow students to practice skills learned in the morning before afternoon session begins. Uma places a high premium on technical skill as well as mental skills and will share both for a wholesome plein-air or in-studio experience. Students are encouraged to make notes during the class to hone their skills for their personal practice.

Meet and greet gathering on the Friday before the workshop will allow students to get to know their fellow classmates and Uma Kelkar. Once enrolled, students will receive detailed instructions on how to access the workshop through Zoom. Technical support will be available 72 hours before the start of the workshop. 

Workshop Schedule

Friday night meet-and-greet - 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST, April 16th 

• 60 minutes Uma will check your painting set up as well, so connect from where you will paint for the workshop.

Saturday morning session - 10:00am - 11:30am CST, April 17th

• 90 minutes Setting up your palette, Using the brush efficiently

Saturday afternoon session - 1:00pm - 2:30pm CST, April 17th

• 90 minutes Mixing bright colors

Sunday morning session - 10:00am - 11:30am CST, April 18th

• 90 minutes Colors of shadow

Sunday afternoon session - 1:00pm - 2:30pm CST, April 18th

• 90 minutes Planning your paintings to avoid muddy watercolors

All sessions will be recorded and available to stream 30 days after the end of the workshop. 

If you are in need of a detailed Zoom Instruction Guide, please contact our Registrar. misa@madelineschool.com