Artists in Libraries: Mini 3-D Watercolor Painting

Create a miniature watercolor painting in 3D. Paint it, fold it, and it stands up for a panoramic view of your art! Use your own reference photo or inspirational materials will be available. Learn about the transparent quality of watercolor and optical color mixing by layering colors. See a demonstration of different watercolor and brushstroke techniques. Learn different watercolor and brushstroke techniques; color mixing theory, how to crease and glue paper to make a 3-D square and how to tear paper to make deckled edges. Registration is required and limited to 15 adults. Visit www.scgov.net/library and click on Calendar to register. Or call 941-861-5000. Lori Loveberry George is a Teaching Artist with the Sarasota County Schools and Sarasota County Libraries, and a member of the Association of Florida Teaching Artists. She is a 2008 graduate of Eckerd College with a BA in visual art, and a 1983 graduate of Ringling College of Art and Design, a printmaking major.