DAYTON
WATERCOLOR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 22 March
Oregon - 12pm - 2 Hours
Dayton Art Group
Nicholas O'Neal Blume
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      
Composition in the Park

Composition in the Park

Saturday 29 March
Riverscape MetroPark - 3pm - 2 Hours
Dayton Photography Group
Rob Winkle Jr., B.A.
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.

Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.

Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.

This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.


Photographer inspirations suggested for this class (optional) Alex Webb, Lee Friedlander, Jill Freedman, Joel Meyerowitz, Gregory Crewdson, and Michael Kenna
book now
$47      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 05 April
Eastwood MetroPark - 3pm - 2 Hours
Dayton Photography Group
Rob Winkle Jr., B.A.
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, depth of field, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use. All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
book now
$47      

Portrait Drawing Basics

Portrait Drawing Basics

Saturday 12 April
Oregon - 12pm - 2 Hours
Dayton Art Group
Nicholas O'Neal Blume
Unlock your artistic potential and dive into the captivating world of portrait drawing! Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this class is designed to help you master the fundamentals of capturing the human face with pencil and paper.

Experience the thrill of bringing a portrait to life as you learn essential techniques such as proportion, shading, and facial anatomy. Our supportive and fun environment will encourage your creativity and help you develop your unique drawing style.
book now
$47      
Expressive Figure Drawing: Bring Your Art to Life!

Expressive Figure Drawing: Bring Your Art to Life!

Saturday 03 May
Oregon - 12pm - 2 Hours
Dayton Art Group
Nicholas O'Neal Blume
Join us for an exciting journey into the dynamic world of figure drawing! Whether you're a novice or a seasoned artist, this class will help you capture the energy and movement of the human form. Our talented instructor will guide you through expressive techniques that bring life and emotion to your drawings, making every line and gesture count.

In a fun and supportive atmosphere, you'll learn how to convey action, mood, and personality in your figure drawings. Get ready to unleash your creativity and produce stunning, expressive artwork!
book now
$47      
ABOUT DAYTON
WATERCOLOR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start is a set of watercolour paints, brushes, and water container.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Dayton Watercolor Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
PHOTOS
Salt Lake City Watercolor Group
2025-03-17
Title or Location: My sleeping beauty

Credit: Tanya Ford
Facebook: Tanya Arts Smart
Instagram: Tanyaartsmart

Liverpool Watercolour Group
2025-03-17
Title or Location: Hilbre Island
Hibre Island. From a recent walk to the island from West Kirby, inspitlrational views across the Dee Estury and back to West Kirby and Hoylake. Watercolour 39cm x 29cm on saunders Waterford 450gms rough paper.
Credit: Richard Oldfield
Facebook: Richardmo
Instagram: Richard Oldfield
Newcastle Watercolour Group
2025-03-17
Title or Location: Red Kite and the Nine Arches Viaduct on the River Derwent Walk.
I was on the Viaduct when a Red Kite flew overhead and thought it would make an unusual painting looking down on the Red Kite and Viaduct.
Credit: Les Harrison

Manchester Watercolour Group
2025-03-16
Title or Location: Seven Sisters cliffs

Credit: Kevin Williams
Facebook: PaintingsforMacmillan

Nottingham Watercolour Group
2025-03-15
Title or Location: Reference was Loughborough steam trust and the owl was my own reference.
Watercolour on illustration board . No body colour was used.
Credit: R. D. GELLION
Perth Watercolour Group
2025-03-15
Title or Location: Hiking at Mundy Regional Park, WA
Hiking down from the top of the Lesmurdie falls at Mundy Regional Park to the bottom, I noticed a distinct change in the sound of the fall, transforming from a roar to a gentle tinkling. Upon reaching the bottom, I was amazed by the breathtaking view, where a brook zigzagged and bubbled its way between the trees and rocks. Before crossing the brook to ascend to the other side, I captured this image and stored it on my phone, knowing I would paint it. An year has passed by and I finally painted
Credit: Alpana Teena Singh

Copyright 2024 Orble - ABN 66 656 124 373 - Privacy Policy - Terms & Conditions