***IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ***

I will use Canson's cold press watercolor paper, 140 lb/300 g, but students can use what paper they have. Cold press paper has more texture, whereas hot press paper is more smooth. Students are welcome to use either type. If you are unable to purchase watercolor paper, students can use thick sketch or mix media paper.

As far as watercolor paint, there are a lot of different brands to choose from. Unless you want to, you do not need to purchase anything expensive. If you have a cheap set lying around the house, students are welcome to use them! I will use a mixture of watercolor brands, some being cheaper than others. If you want to invest in a higher quality watercolor paint, Windsor & Newton is a good option.

There are also a variety of paint brushes students can use. Students DO NOT need the exact brushes I will use. If possible, I recommend students having a smaller fan brush, detail brush or very small round brush, and/or shader brush. I use the shader brushes mostly in sizes 10, 8, and 6. There are brush sets with a variety of brushes you can purchase at a reasonable price. Again, please do not feel like you have to purchase a lot of brushes for this class. Even if your student has a single brush, we will make it work.

Students may use masking tape or washi tape for the boarders of their paintings. This makes for crisp edges, as well as helping the paper to not warp as bad. I will be using washi tape I found on Amazon. Tape that isn't super sticky is best so there is less chance of it tearing the paper.

If you have any questions, or need help, don't hesitate to reach out! :)



Mallard Duck Swimming in a Pond

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: blue, green, brown, yellow
-Paint brushes
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: white acyrlic paint OR white gouache paint OR a white gel pen, colored pencils, washi tape


Owl in the Park

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: blue, purple, orange, yellow, brown, green
-Paint brushes (try to have a fan brush for this week)
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: colored pencils, washi tape


Dragon Sitting in a Tree

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: red, brown, green
-Paint brushes
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: colored pencils, washi tape


Swimming Platypus

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: brown, green, blue, red
-Paint brushes
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: colored pencils, washi tape


Shetland Pony Meadow

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: green, yellow, blue, brown
-Paint brushes
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: cotton balls, glue, white acyrlic paint OR white gouache paint OR a white gel pen, colored pencils, washi tape


Blue Poison Dart Frog

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: blue, brown, green, black
-Paint brushes
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: colored pencils, washi tape


Baby Sea Turtle at the Beach

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: purple, blue, brown, orange, yellow, red
-Paint brushes
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: salt, white acyrlic paint OR white gouache paint OR a white gel pen, colored pencils, washi tape


Yellow Seahorse Under the Sea

-Watercolor paper
-Everyday pencil and eraser
-Watercolor paint: yellow, blue, orange, red, brown
-Paint brushes
-Paint palette to mix paint on
-Paper towels
-Jar of water (to rinse brushes)

OPTIONAL: salt, colored pencils, washi tape

Please be aware that this course uses materials that may be harmful to your student if used inappropriately. If you think your student may use any class materials inappropriately and/or potentially cause harm, please provide adult supervision for your student.