Medallions: Just for Fun! -Virtual

October 27, Sunday, 1-4 pm MT.
Limit: 25 students | Taught with Two Hands Paperie
Cost: $40. See the Class Materials list for what you need to have on hand.

These colorful medallions might be just for fun, but they’re absolutely the perfect setup for diving into the magical world of watercolors! They’re easy for beginners and a great way for those with some experience to hone their skills. These medallions are circular, which watercolor artist Lexis Krieg calls the most approachable shape. Circles are also fabulously fun for just getting rid of the white page. In fact, Lexis says they’re the first layer of many of her paintings because their curved shape and organic nature easily translate into a variety of compositions.

There’s great value in painting a collection of medallions during the class. You’ll have ample time to practice controlling the amount of water you use and the consistency of the paint. Take note of how you move your brush and the pressure you apply. Since the medallions are quick to make, you can readily experiment with such techniques as layering colors and painting into wet areas. Magic!

The medallions are fun to make and fun to use. Cut them out for tags, paste them on gifts as a decoration, or incorporate them into collage and multi-media work. Lexis made some to use as place cards for friends at her birthday party. She personalized each medallion by writing affirmations and words of friendship on the back. What a way to add a special touch to a celebration!

Materials Students Need: 

• A set of watercolors with at least 10 different colors. Results are better with at least student grade pan or tube paints. Lexis suggests the Lil' Watercolor Paint Pods- Set of 36 Colors ($) or Prima Confections Watercolor Pans, which are available in several colorways ($$), as inexpensive but nice sets. A set of 10 or 12 of your favorite colors is fine.

• Lexis suggests four large sheets of paper (8”x10” or 9”x12”), but this is a perfect class to use what you have around. Hot or cold press are fine. You’ll need enough paper to paint 10 to 12 two-inch circles. The more paper you have on hand, the more opportunities to practice in class. 

• Some small pieces of the same watercolor paper to practice on

• One round brush in size 6, 8, or 10  

• Drafting Tape

• Black Pen - Zig Memory System Writer Dual Tip, Paper Mate Flair or the Tombow Fudenosuke brush pen. 

• Assorted pens in various colors. Lexis recommends Gelly Roll Moonlight Bold Point Pens and Gelly Roll Glaze 3D Pens. Uni Posca Paint Marker Pens (PC-3M) are a fun choice, too.

• One container for water

• Paper towels

• Scissors

• Optional: White Posca Paint Pen PC-1MC

• Optional: small spray bottle of water for wetting your watercolors

• Optional: small piece of something sturdy, such a cutting mat, chip board, or masonite, for taping down the watercolor paper. 

• Optional: hair dryer to speed up the drying process

Divine Feminine Altar – Virtual

September 29, Sunday, 1-3:30pm MT. Max: 25 students.
Taught with Two Hands Paperie
Cost: $40. See the Class Materials list for what you need to have on hand.

The divine feminine is the intuitive, compassionate, and creative energy inside of all of us, and tapping into it is important for balance and well-being. Celebrate your divine feminine in this new class with Lexis Krieg. Lexis is a Denver-based artist who uses meditation and watercolor art to help others connect to their inner creativity. Her classes are for both beginners and those with experience. 

The workshop begins with a short meditation to guide you as you connect to your divine feminine. After the meditation, Lexis coaches you in processing what you learned by creating a joyful layered watercolor painting.  She calls the painting an altar, and it’s meant to act as a reminder of this new inner knowing when you return to your daily life. In the center of the altar is a space to write down a personal mantra, intention, or insight that reveals itself to you during class. 

Before starting your altar, practice making different marks with your brushes and play with color combinations. Lexis also demonstrates some simple pen doodles for you to work with. These decorative lines add interest and depth to your watercolor altar. (Interestingly, this practice time leaves your mind free to process what you learned while meditating.)  

For the rest of the class time, Lexis works alongside everyone and offers suggestions while everyone focuses on painting. Writing a personal word or phrase in the center is the final, and often revealing, step. 

Lexis’s class is rich in technique and design, but its true value lies in connecting you to your divine feminine. There is some optional pre-class work, which should take no more than thirty minutes. See the Class Materials list for more information.

Materials Students Need: 

• A set of watercolors with at least 10 different colors. Results are better with at least student grade pan or tube paints. Lexis suggests the Lil' Watercolor Paint Pods- Set of 36 Colors ($) or Prima Confections Watercolor Pans, which are available in several colorways ($$), as inexpensive but nice sets. A set of 10 or 12 of your favorite colors is fine.

• At least one piece of hot press watercolor paper, 6x8” or 8x10”. (Speedball’s Fluid Watercolor Paper Hot Press Finish works nicely)

• Some small pieces of the same watercolor paper to practice on

• Brushes: use what you have: one round brush, size 6, 8, or 10 plus one flat brush 1/4 or 1/2 in.

• Drafting Tape

• Black Pen - it doesn’t have to be waterproof as long as it writes well over watercolor paint. The Zig Memory System Writer Dual Tip, the Paper Mate Flair, or the Tombow Fudenosuke brush pen all work well. 

• Assorted pens in various colors. Lexis recommends Gelly Roll Moonlight Bold Point Pens and Gelly Roll Glaze 3D Pens. Uni Posca Paint Marker Pens (PC-3M) are a fun choice, too.

• One container for water

• Paper towels

• Optional: White Posca Paint Pen PC-1MC

• Optional: small spray bottle of water for wetting your watercolors

• Optional: small piece of something sturdy, such a cutting mat, chip board, or masonite, for taping down the watercolor paper. 

• Optional: journal or blank paper for making notes after your meditation

• Optional: hair dryer to speed up the drying process