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Kim Johnson AWS, NWS, WW, WFWS
Award-winning Watercolor Artist

"The Girls On A Windy Day"


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Study with Kim Johnson and let the fun begin!

You will love studying with Kim Johnson as she shows you how to overcome the daunting challenge of the 'blank paper'.  Kim can show you how to approach the art of expressive watercolor with both enthusiasm and determination.  Explore watercolor in a loose and colorful way, with techniques for putting down fresh and colorful first washes and working large to small. 

  • Study a variety of techniques: wet into wet, graded washes & grazing
  • Explore composition - the value, rhythm, massing in areas and movement
  • Gain confidence in painting the human form or portrait
  • Learn to make exciting paintings from your photos
  • Upgrade your painting abilities
  • Become more analytical of your own work and the work of others

With Kim, you will learn how to not stress about the small things and just have FUN!!!

  • Tuesdays with Kim
    Phoenix, AZ
    Tuesdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    email kim@kj-art.com for details

To arrange to attend at an upcoming class or schedule a group workshop, please contact Kim via email.

"Kim taught simple ways to improve your painting skills, correct drawing was emphasized, along with clean color, two methods were taught, wet and dry...wet was fun, and the dry method was more detailed. Kim is easy to work with and spent time with each student. I will definitely attend the workshop next year."
Robin

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"I have never painted portraits and frankly was quite tentative. Kim immediately put us at ease and continued to expand our horizons and color palette. She is supportive and fun, while she encourages and teaches about a subject that could be overwhelming. Thanks Kim."
Pamela

Upcoming Instructional Sessions

Painting Portraits

January 11, 2012

Arizona Art Alliance

Scottsdale, AZ

This class will encompass: Composition, Color-lights and darks, Shapes-edges, Brush work

Experience Level: Should have some watercolor and drawing experience
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (1 hr lunch break)
Location:  The Pavillions, Scottsdale, AZ
Cost: $65.00 per person

For more information, to sign up, and a supply list please contact Kim at 480-251-6442 or e-mail her at kim@kj-art.com

Portrait & Animal Painting

February 24, 2012

Arizona Art Alliance

Scottsdale, AZ

This class will encompass: Pairing animals with humans, Composition, Color-lights and darks, Connecting shapes, Soft and hard edges, Brush work

Experience Level: Should have some watercolor and drawing experience
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (1 hr lunch break)
Location:  The Pavillions, Scottsdale, AZ
Cost: $85.00 per person

For more information, to sign up, and a supply list please contact Kim at 480-251-6442 or e-mail her at kim@kj-art.com

Painting Portrait & Human Figure Watercolor

March 1 & 8, 2012

Granite Reef
Senior Center

Scottsdale, AZ

Throw out those old, outdated rules for painting portraits or the human figure in watercolor! Learn a whole new way to see your subject matter using positive and negative space through and "axis" approach.  Improve your color selection for skin tones and backgrounds, and see amazing results!  Students should bring their own portrait subject or composition to this class.

Experience Level: Should have some watercolor and drawing experience
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Granite Reef Senior Center
Duration: 2 sessions

Offered through City of Scottsdale - recreation.scottsdaleaz.gov or 480.312.7957

March 8, 2012

Demonstration
Arizona Watercolor Association

Phoenix, AZ

Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location:  The Beatitude Church (7th Ave & Glendale)

For more information, to sign up, and a supply list please contact Kim at 480-251-6442 or e-mail her at kim@kj-art.com

Painting Portraits

March 10, 2012

AWA Workshop

Phoenix, AZ

This class will encompass: Composition, Color-lights and darks, Shapes-edges, Brush work

Experience Level: Should have some watercolor and drawing experience
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location:  The Beatitude Church (7th Ave & Glendale)

For more information, to sign up, and a supply list please contact Kim at 480-251-6442 or e-mail her at kim@kj-art.com

A Watercolor Painting from Start to Finish

March 22 & 29, 2012

Granite Reef
Senior Center

Scottsdale, AZ

Learn step by step, from beginning to end, how to create a dynamic watercolor painting starting with design and composition and ending with just the right amount of detail!  Students will bring a photo or drawing of their choice to paint.  All levels.

Experience Level: Should have some watercolor and drawing experience.
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Granite Reef Senior Center
Duration: 2 sessions

Offered through City of Scottsdale - recreation.scottsdaleaz.gov or 480.312.7957

Intermediate Watercolor

Starts
April 11, 2012
(8 weeks)

Granite Reef
Senior Center

Scottsdale, AZ

 

Now that you've mastered the basics in watercolor, it's perfect time to stretch your imagination and abilities! This course is designed for watercolor enthusiasts who want to continue developing their personal and individual style.  In this course, we will go in depth into the nature of composition and design, exciting color combinations and dramatic effects of light, shade and shadow from your photos. 

Experience Level: Intermediate
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Granite Reef Senior Center
Duration: 8 sessions

Offered through City of Scottsdale - recreation.scottsdaleaz.gov or 480.312.7957

Methods of Understanding Color

April 19, 2012

Granite Reef
Senior Center

Scottsdale, AZ

Many watercolor artists experience difficulty in determining the number and kinds of colors that create a dynamic painting.  In this class you can achieve instant success without color confusion.  Avoid the "muddies" and the "blahs" that overwork your paper and give your painting a "fragmented" or lackluster appearance.  By using these methods, create wild and harmonious color combinations that flow effortlessly and you'll remember easily.  Several 'hands on' exercises are incorporated into this workshop for each student to enjoy a finished painting.  It's color magic!

Experience Level: Should have some watercolor and drawing experience
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Granite Reef Senior Center
Duration: 1 session

Offered through City of Scottsdale - recreation.scottsdaleaz.gov or 480.312.7957

Painting Portraits

April 21, 2012

Arizona Artist Guild

Phoenix, AZ

This class will encompass: Composition, Color-lights and darks, Shapes-edges, Brush work

Experience Level: Should have some watercolor and drawing experience
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:  18411 N 7th Ave

For more information, to sign up, and a supply list please contact Kim at 480-251-6442 or e-mail her at kim@kj-art.com

 


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