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February has flown by in a flurry of snow and ice (at least, here in PA.) Welcome March! I'm learning that it's easier to move through the winter months by having goals, and sometimes getting out of my comfort zone. Here's an update ....

Next Week: Two Opportunities

You want to paint your pet, but have no clue how to get started. This workshop will provide answers! Length: About 1 to 1.5 hours. Live broadcast or watch the replay. $12.00 We will discuss how to prepare for a strong start to your painting: Your reference photo Selecting a size Layout of your painting Choosing colors Creating the drawing Prepare the watercolor paper How to transfer drawing Go to the Workshop

Coming Next Week An addition to our horse tutorials! Feeling tentative about creating a full painting? This study will help you to develop techniques and confidence. It's a shorter tutorial that only uses two colors! French Ultramarine Blue Burnt Umber The tutorial will be ready for you to enjoy on Tuesday, March 4.

Waitlist is Filling for Paint Your Pet 8-week Adventure

May 5 – July 1, 2025

Are you yearning to paint your pet, but don't feel ready to do it on you own? Take the leap with Rebecca's help!

Space is limited, and our waitlist is just about full. Get on the waitlist to have the first opportunity to purchase. You can purchase this workshop April 15, 2025.

This is a guided, personalized course. Rebecca will work with you to create a painting of your own subject. Instruction includes live lessons and individualized feedback.

Space is limited so Rebecca can provide indivualized feedback. Join the Waitlist to have the first opportunity to purchase. Learn more, Join the Waitlist

Coming in March: We all learn differently

It's funny how we all learn differently. Some of us like self-paced tutorials. Others need a little more help and feedback. If you enjoy connecting with other artists while developing your watercolor skills, Mastrius fulfilling for you. Mastrius is an online platform that connects Master Artists with aspiring artists like you, in a thriving, supportive community.

I am teaching with Mastrius! In March, I will be mentoring a SMALL GROUP (max 8 artists) with Mastrius. The group meets online monthly to help you achieve your specific goals. You’ll also get access to an online community to connect with others on a similar journey. If you like learning in a small group via Zoom, this might be just right for you! Learn More

April: Out of My Comfort Zone in New Jersey

I have been invited to teach a 3-Day Workshop at the Pine Shores Art Association in Manahawkin, NJ, April 7-9, 2025.

What a wonderful opportunity! But I'll be honest, it's a bit unnerving - totally out of my comfort zone. Since retiring from public school teaching 10 years ago, I have only taught online. The doubts creep in ...

• Can I be on my feet for 6 to 8 hours? Do I have the energy?
• What if the participants don't like the instruction and the paintings?
• Can I paint large enough for them to see?

And, I'll be doing a Zoom demo on March 3 - create a painting in only 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

• I usually paint slowly. Can I paint something in this short of time?
• I am a morning person. The demo is in the evening. Ugh.

I'd love to hear from you - have you taken in-person workshops? Feel free to offer your suggestions to help me be an effective teacher - anything you can think of. And thanks.

Do you have an opportunity to break out of your comfort zone?

Do it! What is the worst that could happen? It might not work out, and that's ok. Think of it as a learning experience. If you fall, get up, dust off, take a break, think about it, and do it again. Or, go a different direction. It's part of the twists and turns of life. And in the end, we look back, and we were dancing!

Thanks for reading all the way to the end.

I wish you all the best,

Rebecca Rhodes