Watercolor: Loose Technique for Dramatic Skies" with Alex Sharma

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WATERCOLOR: LOOSE TECHNIQUES FOR DRAMATIC SKIES with Instructor Alex Sharma WHEN: 3-WEEKS Wednesdays (10am - 1pm) November 11, 18 & 25, 2026 WHERE: Art League Academy (106 Cordillo Pkwy, Hilton Head Island, SC) Fabulous skies inspire awe and are often the very reason we choose to paint a particular scene. The sky is constantly changing from dawn to dusk, in rain or sunshine, and its colors and cloud formations are what create so much of the drama. When a spectacular sky becomes the focus of a painting, it serves as the visual anchor of the composition-essentially, a skyscape. Alex will demonstrate the loose watercolor brush techniques she uses to capture the drama and movement of skies and clouds in their many forms-from rain and wind-swept clouds to towering cumulonimbus formations, glowing skies reflecting the setting sun, beautiful sunrises, and the atmospheric changes in sky color. Students will experiment with wet-into-wet and dry-brush techniques, as well as color mixing, to create dramatic and expressive results. Participants are encouraged to bring one of their own photographs as a reference for their painting, either printed or displayed on a cell phone or tablet. Alex will also provide a selection of example photographs for students to use as references. SKILL LEVEL: This class is designed for all levels of watercolor students. REFUND POLICY: Ticket purchases to Art League of Hilton Head events are final. Refunds will not be given for missed or classes/workshops. If a class or workshop is canceled by Art League of Hilton Head a full refund will be given.