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New Experimenting with Gouache Class In January 2024

This two session class will be offered two Saturdays in January at LGS Recreation in Los Gatos.

Experimenting with Gouache NEW Class Winter 2024

Two Session Class

Dates: Sat January 20 and January 27, 2024

Time: 10 am to 12:30 pm

Price: $95

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About this Course

In this class, you will learn to paint with gouache (opaque watercolor). Gouache is a wonderful medium that allows you to layer bold colors with different blending techniques. The instructor will have a project for each class where you can paint-a-long while you familiarize yourself with gouache paint by exploring tones, brushstroke techniques and understanding color combinations. No previous experience or knowledge is required for this class. Drop-in option available. Please contact the registration office for assistance.

Materials for this class

Gouache paints a selection of primary colors plus black and white (Winsor and Newton brand) Synthetic paintbrushes: One half-inch angle shader, a quarter-inch filbert brush, a size 8 round brush, and a size two round brush. These are basic suggested brushes to bring to class. Watercolor paper 120 LB A palette to mix your paints A detailed list of materials will be sent to you when you sign up for the class.

Instructor: Elvira Rascov

New projects, more fun. Check some samples of paintings in gouache.


Learn how to paint a rose in Gouache. The simplicity of this painting makes it more beautiful and gouache is a medium that gives you that possibility.


A more complex project in gouache, but more ways to learn how to use this dynamic medium.


Animals in Gouache. What a fun project!

More samples to come. Let’s have fun painting in gouache!

Class Location: 208 East Main St. Los Gatos, CA 95030

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