LUNAR NEW YEAR WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP: SAKURA FLOWER
22nd Feb 2025
This beginner-friendly watercolour workshop celebrates Lunar New Year through the delicate and symbolic beauty of the sakura (cherry blossom). Participants will be guided step-by-step to create their own sakura flower painting while learning fundamental watercolour techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Class Outline:
- Introduction to Watercolour Painting: Understand the unique characteristics of watercolour as a medium. Learn about essential tools and materials needed for the class.
- Basic Watercolour Techniques: Wet on Wet: Discover the magic of blending colours and creating soft gradients. Wet on Dry: Explore controlled brushwork and crisp edges.
- Comprehending Light and Shadow: Study the interplay of light and shadow to bring dimension and depth to your artwork. Learn techniques to create realistic shadows and highlights on the sunflower.
- Step-by-Step Sakura Flower Painting: Guided, hands-on demonstration of painting a sakura flower using the learned techniques.
Workshop tutor Anne Wiziack is a Brazilian artist born in São Paulo and based in Liverpool, England. Anne works with natural inks, watercolour, and acrylic, creating artwork that reflects her passion for sustainability and cultural diversity. Her pieces often feature nature, female portraits with botanical elements, and urban sketches. studio-aw.co.uk
Location: Cass Art Liverpool
Date & times: 22nd February 2026, 12pm - 3pm
Ages: 16+
All materials provided
Tickets: £38.62 (includes Eventbrite fee)
This workshop has step-free access. The workshop takes place on the shop floor during trading hours. Please expect typical levels of sound, light, and activity.
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