Studies in Gouache
Adult (Ages 16+) | Registration opens 2/4/2026 10:00 AM
Working from observation, and using the medium of gouache (opaque watercolor), we'll go through the process of playing with composition and paint. We will work on two small studies over three sessions: set up still lifes, determine composition through thumbnail sketches, mix color, and paint with this versatile medium on panels that allows for multiple layers. All levels welcome.
Bring your watercolor brushes (i.e. synthetic rounds, small ( size 2 or 4) and medium (6 or 8), a white palette, sketching paper and a pencil. Paint and panels will be provided by the instructor.
With Artist Vicki Kocher Paret
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Vicki Paret
Vicki is a painter and a potter with a M.A.T. from Tufts University/School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, a B.F.A. from Virginia Commonwealth University, and ongoing education at the Harvard Ceramics Studio, Mudflat Pottery School, and Haystack Mountain School of Craft. She has been on the faculty at the Museum of Fine Arts, DeCordova Museum, and Cambridge Center for Adult Education, and until recently was Chair of the Art Department and teacher at Waring School in Beverly. See Vicki’s paintings at http://www.vickikocherparet.com/.