Location and time
Address: Local Whimsy, 3306 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Time: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6-8pm
Class agenda
Learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting techniques and have a couple hours of fun painting a sailboat in motion against the dramatic sunset.
In this workshop, we will open up with introductory exercises of the key techniques in watercolor medium – painting soft fluffy clouds using wet-on-wet techniques, transitioning colors to capture the setting sun, learning the brushstrokes to depict the choppy water at sea. This portion will take up to 40 minutes of the class. And for the next 60-80 minutes, we will move onto drawing and painting the Rainier scene from beginning to end.
As different from most "Paint by the number" or "Paint & Sip" events, this beginner friendly watercolor painting workshop teaches fine art principals at an accessible format, by a professional local artist. During the class, you will not only be able to follow along step-by-step, but understand the intention behind composition, color mixing and painting execution. You will also receive 1:1 coaching and feedback to help you troubleshoot and improve your techniques. Most people walk away with a satisfying painting, feeling inspired with the possibilities of pursuing watercolor painting as a hobby.
Cost includes all necessary supplies. Feel free to bring your favorite supplies if you already have a practice in watercolor.
Tracing paper available to help those who don't feel comfortable drawing the scene freehand.
ATTN: Although this workshop doesn't require prior experience, it is however quite involved and thus not ideal for young children. Please contact ina@inaxi.design prior to booking the workshop for your kids.
About the instructor
Ina Xi is a plein air painter and art educator whose work explores themes of nostalgia, travel and collective human experiences.
Despite her recent transition from corporate roles into the art career, Ina has gained regional and international recognition for her work, and an loyal global following through her YouTube channel where she routinely posts free learning resources of fine art education.
You can learn more about Ina's work and her background by visiting her
online gallery.
