Watercolor Painting for Beginners
Three workshops in 2023
Acclaimed watercolorist Charley Jolly began painting 40 years ago, with no experience. His passion for watercolor and love for his subjects have since guided him to becoming a master at his craft.
These three 6-hour workshops are designed for beginners, and can be taken as a series or as individual classes. Charley's easy, low-key approach is perfect for kindling your own passion for painting. All supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your interest!
Simple Structures
Saturday, April 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This study investigates the wonderful graphic power of a simple structure. The topic addresses basic drawing and composition along with the emotive power of simple structures. And, what better place to study this topic than Shaker Village?
Workshop Price (Includes a boxed lunch):
Annual Passholder: $125
Non-Annual Passholder: $145
Kentucky Landscape
Saturday, June 24 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This study explores the range of expressive possibility offered by Kentucky's varied landscape. Charley will demonstrate the potential to pull feeling from each season while demonstrating compositional devices that strengthen any painting.
Workshop Price (Includes a boxed lunch):
Annual Passholder: $125
Non-Annual Passholder: $145
Techniques for Texture
Saturday, September 30 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This study outlines the influence of texture on a finished work. Texture can be detailed or implied. Charley will demonstrate how to paint both, but just as importantly, he will demonstrate how each technique can be employed to enhance a completed watercolor work.
Workshop Price (Includes a boxed lunch):
Annual Passholder: $125
Non-Annual Passholder: $145
Program fee includes all workshop expenses, a boxed lunch, one complimentary admission to Shaker Village and one voucher redeemable for 20% off dining at the Trustees’ Table (excluding alcoholic beverages). Dining reservations recommended to assure availability: call 859.734.5411. This event is recommended for guests ages 18 and up. All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
