Intro to Watercolor Landscapes: Autumn in the Hudson Valley

Learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting in a joyful, welcoming studio at That Creative Space in Beacon, NY.

Celebrate the beauty of autumn by capturing the vibrant colors and peaceful landscapes of the Hudson Valley in watercolor. Inspired by local mountains, winding rivers, historic farms, and brilliant fall foliage, this beginner-friendly workshop offers a relaxing introduction to landscape painting.

Through step-by-step instruction, you'll learn simple watercolor techniques including color mixing, creating depth, layering washes, and painting trees, skies, and reflections.

Laura Leigh's teaching style encourages creative expression over perfection, making this a welcoming experience for all skill levels. Along the way, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the Hudson Valley landscape while enjoying a peaceful, mindful creative experience.

All watercolor supplies included.
No experience necessary. All skill levels welcome. Adults &16+

About the Teaching Artist: Laura Lee Lanchantin  is a fine artist and maker of organic watercolor paints based in New Paltz, NY. Laura blends the line between abstraction and landscape in her plein air oil paintings. After completing her BFA in Painting and Drawing from SUNY New Paltz in 2014, she has completed several artist's residency programs, many in national parks. Laura has created her own earth pigment library made from Ochre minerals and clay from around the country, and now spends most of her time teaching online and in person classes. She believes that painting is therapeutic and wants to help heal and connect people through creative expression.

Registration Information (Adults & 16+ Beginner-Friendly)

• Workshop registration generally closes 2 days before the class
• Sliding scale options are available for those that need it—please reach out to hello@thatcreativespace.org to inquire
• For one-time workshops, cancellations made within 7 day will receive a class credit.  We determine whether a class will run and purchase materials based on enrollment numbers at that time. As a small studio, every seat in our workshops/classes matters. No refunds or credit for no-shows. Please read our full refund/cancelation policy before checkout.