# Event Details - **Event Name**: Beginning Watercolor Class With Susan Grant - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 15 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Watercolor Basics, Tuesdays, September 15, 22, and 29, 1-4pm Join Susan Grant for a class in watercolor basics. You will learn to basic color theory while mixing colors to complete a color wheel to keep. You will also practice methods to apply colors to the paper as you paint several small paintings and a basic landscape. The final session you will create a painting from your own photo. All materials will be provided, just bring yourself and your enthusiasm. Susan has been a watercolor artist for more than 30 years. She paints in the studio from photographs and also outdoors as a participant in plein air events in western North Carolina. Susan has also been fortunate to paint outdoors in Italy and Ireland. Susan Grant Bio Type of Art: watercolor and gouache painting Artist Statement: Even with my logical, mathematical nature that led to an engineering degree, I have loved art for as long as I can remember. I fell in love with watercolor painting over 30 years ago. My engineering background naturally leads into my realistic style of painting; I particularly enjoy painting animals, especially capturing the personality of a pet, a loved member of the family. When participating in plein-air events, I am drawn toward architectural subjects, again a nod to my engineering background. (Plein air is a French term that means to leave the studio and paint outdoors from life.) My medium of choice is transparent watercolor for the fresh, clean colors that result from building layers of “washes” onto the paper. However, I have also discovered that gouache (opaque watercolor) with its rich, saturated color, can also result in striking pieces. Art Education: 2018 & 2019: Portrait painting classes with Kay Robb 2017 & 2018: 5-day plein-air workshop in Ireland 2013: “A Non-Traditional Approach to Watercolor”, 2-day workshop with Kate Worm 2006, 2007 & 2016: “Painting the Tuscan Landscape”, 7-day plein-air workshops with Jean Cauthen in Italy 2004: “Painting the Cityscape” plein-air workshop with Kate Worm 2002: 5-day workshop with nationally recognized watercolorist Marilyn Hughey Phillis 2001: “Find Your Direction,” 5-day workshop with nationally recognized watercolorist Skip Lawrence 2000: “Traditional Watercolor”, 3-day workshop with nationally recognized watercolorist Joe Miller 1989-present: Multiple instructors in western NC, mainly through Catawba Valley Community College Affiliations: Signature member of the Watercolor Society of North Carolina Member/officer of Foothills Painter Photo: Ireland Sunset by Susan Grant - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hickory/beginning-watercolor-class-with-susan-grant/200030503999321 - **Event Categories**: Art, Workshops, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 23 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Hickory - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Hickory Museum of Art - **lat**: 35.73611 - **long**: -81.33402 - **full address**: Hickory Museum of Art, 243 3rd Ave NE,Hickory,NC,United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Beginning Watercolor Class With Susan Grant - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b1c69245ff561d414927ed0e816d088ccc42a603a91a9d02e5aed351fd4e8e16-rimg-w1200-h947-dc383848-gmir?v=1787082788 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Beginning Watercolor Class With Susan Grant being held? - **A:** Beginning Watercolor Class With Susan Grant takes place on Tue, 15 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Tue, 15 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Hickory Museum of Art, 243 3rd Ave NE,Hickory,NC,United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Beginning Watercolor Class With Susan Grant ? - **A:** Beginning Watercolor Class With Susan Grant is organized by Hickory Museum of Art. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Hickory Museum of Art's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Hickory Museum of Art a rating of 3/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Hickory Museum of Art has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Beginning Watercolor Class With Susan Grant is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hickory, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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