# Event Details - **Event Name**: Oddball Approaches to Watercolor - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Explore crackle paste, black paper, and Yupo in this playful watercolor workshop with Alex Tolstoy. Three sessions. All levels welcome.About this EventWhat is meant by “oddball”? In this three-session watercolor workshop, oddball refers to working with materials and surfaces that fall outside traditional watercolor practice, each offering surprising, expressive, and exciting results.Participants will explore three unconventional approaches to watercolor:Crackle pasteBlack watercolor paperYupo paperNone of these supports behaves like standard watercolor paper, and that’s exactly the point! Each one opens the door to new textures, contrasts, and painterly possibilities. What could go wrong?Throughout the workshop, Alex will show examples of finished paintings using each approach and guide participants through hands-on experimentation. All levels are welcome, from curious beginners to experienced watercolorists looking to enreach their practice.What You’ll Explore1) Crackle Paste & TextureCrackle paste adds dramatic surface texture and dimensional complexity to watercolor paintings. Applied with a palette knife, the paste takes time (about 24 hours) to fully crack and develop—but the results are well worth the wait.You’ll learn how to:Apply crackle paste directly to watercolor paper and paint over itApply paste onto an existing painting to create soft, misty effectsTransform older or unsuccessful paintings into something newNote: Crackle paste will be applied during the session and fully worked into paintings once dry, in the following session.2) Black Watercolor PaperBlack watercolor paper creates a bold, ready-made background that allows simple subjects and line work to shine. Using white gouache, bleed-proof white, and metallic powders, you’ll explore dramatic contrast and luminous highlights.Optional iridescent paints can add even more visual impact.3) Yupo PaperYupo is a slick, non-absorbent surface that keeps watercolor paint floating on top rather than soaking in. Paint moves, pools, and lifts easily, making this an ideal surface for loose, impressionistic, and experimental work.This approach rewards openness and flexibility, perfect for artists ready to go with the flow. Supply ListFor Crackle Paste SessionGolden’s White Crackle PastePalette knifeWatercolor paper (any type you prefer)Watercolor paints & brushesA few old or unsuccessful paintings you’re willing to experiment onFor Black Paper SessionBlack watercolor paper (Stonehenge recommended)White watercolor gouacheMartin’s Bleed-Proof WhiteMetallic powder (gold, silver, or bronze—e.g., Schmincke)Iridescent paints (optional)Watercolor brushesFor Yupo SessionYupo paperWatercolor paints & brushesGeneral Supplies (All Sessions)Water containerPainting board, easel, or other surface supportPaper towelsQ-tips (optional) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mclean/oddball-approaches-to-watercolor/100001982469467544 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, fine-arts, performances, theatre, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 150, max: 150, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: McLean - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: 6224 Old Dominion Dr - **lat**: 38.919988 - **long**: -77.1497409 - **full address**: 6224 Old Dominion Dr, 6224 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Oddball Approaches to Watercolor - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/6cd5273d813db4885d410c0e7bbd2edadeb0898b22d518236202dffae5f3aba3-rimg-w1200-h597-dc2e8c8b-gmir.jpg?v=1770552244 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Oddball Approaches to Watercolor being held? - **A:** Oddball Approaches to Watercolor takes place on Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 6224 Old Dominion Dr, 6224 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Oddball Approaches to Watercolor? - **A:** Oddball Approaches to Watercolor is organized by McLean Art Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Oddball Approaches to Watercolor 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 McLean, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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