Holiday Watercolor Bloom and Blend
Saturday, December 13, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instructor: Sonja Marshall
Discover the beauty that happens when watercolor is allowed to do what it does best. Watch soft pools of color blend, bloom, and flow together to create fresh, vibrant paintings full of life.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll have the choice to paint a variety of nature-inspired designs from colorful leaves and fruits to festive holiday greenery and seasonal favorites. Add fun final touches with paint pens. No drawing experience is needed. We use use simple stencils so you can focus on learning watercolor techniques like layering, blending, and letting the paint work its magic.
Your artwork will be on beautiful card-sized, 100% cotton watercolor paper.
Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or looking to relax and create, you'll leave with a set of colorful miniature paintings perfect for gifting, framing, or displaying.
Details
* Beginners welcome
* 100% cotton watercolor paper cards
* All materials needed to complete project are provided
* No experience necessary
* Price includes everything (no surprise fees)
* Ages 14 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult and be able to use the materials/tools safely and with respect for other attendees.
All supplies, materials and tools are provided.
Registration includes admission to the beautiful gardens before or after class.
About the Instructor:Sonja has had a lifelong passion for creating art and loves experimenting and exploring a variety of different mediums. Her successful artistic career began as a graphic designer in the 90s. Jewelry making and metalsmithing followed in 2004, with the first of many juried art shows and awards. She loves sharing the creative journey with others through group classes and individual tutoring. Her google reviews confirm her commitment to providing a welcoming environment for anyone to enjoy creative inspiration. She also teaches, creates and sells out of her studio in Orlando, Florida at Autumn & Ro where you can view her work along with 20 other local artists. Her jewelry can be viewed at sonjajeanette.com.
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What to Bring - Eye glasses to see better
Participants must withdraw from classes at least 5 days prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund or credit. If we must cancel a class, we will make every effort to inform you prior to the class time, and you will receive a full refund or credit. Only those registered for the class will be permitted in the classroom. Childcare services are not provided.
Description of Photo – A set of 3 paintings that include red and silver ornaments, a Christmas tree with gold accents and a pink, purple and silver trio of disco balls. Painted on white cotton card stock.