Watercolor Live Instruction Afternoon classes Spring 2026
2026-03-24 15:30 - 2026-05-19 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, 208 East Main St. CA, Los Gatos,, CA, 95030, United States
About this Course
In this fun course students will have the opportunity to practice and learn basic to advance techniques in watercolor. Throughout the course there will be different demos and step by step paint-a-long exercises where students will learn and improve their watercolor skills. Students will be able to finish a painting at the end of each class. This course is designed for all levels of painting.
Drop-in option available. Please contact the registration office for assistance.
Basic materials you should have for this class:
-Cold press watercolor paper
– Basic set of watercolor paints
– Set of watercolor brushes include round brushes number 4, 6, 10 and a rigger brush for details.
*Instructor will share a more detailed list 2 weeks prior to the start of class.
Instructor: Elvira Rascov
Event location: Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, Rm 214 – 208 East Main St. Los Gatos, CA 95030
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Watercolor Live Instruction Spring 2026 Morning Classes
2026-04-16 10:00 - 2026-05-21 12:30

Watercolor Landscapes from Photo to Art Class- Winter 2026
2026-04-18 10:00 - 13:00
About this Course
Some watercolor experience is recommended. This class is best suited for continuing watercolor students who are comfortable with basic techniques such as wet-on-wet, layering, and brush control.
In this watercolor workshop students will create a vibrant and expressive painting based on a reference photo. By using watercolor techniques like loose painting, color mixing and value sketching the students will be able to achieve beautiful results.
Students will learn how to use photographs effectively as a starting point for a painting by simplifying shapes and focusing on light and shadow. Also, students will learn composition, value sketching to plan a strong foundation.
There will be step by step guidance where the instructor will guide the students through all the process. Starting from choosing the right photo, creating a composition, a sketch and finally using the watercolor techniques to the final painting.
Students can choose to paint from provided references or use their own photos.
Note: Only personal photos will be used in this workshop.
Class Saturday January 31st, 2026
10 am to 1:00 pm
Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center
208 East Main St. Los Gatos, CA 95030
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Watercolor Mother's Day Cards Workshop
2026-05-06 16:30 - 18:30
About this Course
Make this Mother’s Day truly memorable with a heartfelt, hand-painted card! In this creative and relaxing workshop, you’ll learn to paint three beautiful watercolor and ink card designs, guided step-by-step by instructor Elvira Rascov.
This class is perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike. You’ll follow along with provided images, learn useful techniques, and walk away with original cards you can gift to moms, grandmas, friends—or anyone who deserves a little love.
Whether you’re looking to get crafty, try something new, or simply enjoy a few peaceful hours painting, this class is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate the season.
What You’ll Need:
• Watercolor paint set (basic colors)
• 140 lb / 300 gsm watercolor paper
• Watercolor brushes: Round brushes (sizes 4, 6, 10 or 12) + rigger brush for fine details
• Low-tack masking tape
• Masking fluid
• Black ink liner (Micron 0.3 or 0.5, or Faber-Castell)
You can fold your watercolor paper to make a card—or use ready-to-send watercolor postcards for a quick and polished finish!
*Instructor will share a more detailed list 2 weeks prior to the start of class
Instructor: Elvira Rascov
Event location: Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, Room 214 – 208 East Main St. Los Gatos, CA
REGISTER HERE
