Two-Day Watercolor Workshop

Drawing inspiration from Kykuit’s stunning gardens, architecture, and landscapes, participants in this two-day immersive workshop will explore key aspects of watercolor, including light and shadow, color relationships, structure, and atmosphere. Emphasis will be placed on developing vibrant, nuanced color.

The workshop will work with essential techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and layering to build depth and luminosity through demonstration and personalized instruction. Working on location encourages direct observation, allowing artists to respond to the shifting qualities of light and mood while deepening their connection to place.

Participants will be encouraged to experiment, compose, and play, opening space for discovery within their process. Individual feedback and group discussions will support both technical development and creative exploration across a range of skill levels. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a collection of studies and paintings that reflect an evolving understanding of watercolor and a personal visual language.  

A boxed lunch will be provided. Participants should bring their own materials.

This workshop is best suited for intermediate beginners through advanced artists with some drawing and painting experience. Applicants will be asked to submit a brief two-paragraph statement describing their background and what they hope to explore.

Some parts of this event will require walking uphill or on slippery or uneven terrain, gravel paths, and stairs. Please wear sturdy, comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended.

All sales final; no refunds. The ​rain​ date for this event is ​Wednesday, June 10, 2026,​ and Thursday, June 11, 2026. Refunds are not available if guests are unable to attend the event, should it be rescheduled to the rain date.