Opening Hours
Daily: 10 A.M.–5 P.M.
Closed on Tuesdays
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
Portraits in Watercolor
Event
Past eventFri., Aug. 15, 2025, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Eight-part series: Fridays, Aug. 15–Oct. 24 (No classes Oct. 10 & 17) | Members: $300, Public: $350
Education Classrooms
Join artist Robert Sherrill for an eight-part series on painting portraits in watercolor, inspired by artworks in The Huntington's collection.
Discover the art of capturing the human essence through watercolor.
In this engaging class, students will learn techniques to create vibrant, expressive portraits. We’ll explore color mixing, layering, and brushwork to bring depth and emotion to your subjects. Suitable for all skill levels, this course emphasizes hands-on practice, personalized feedback, and mastering the delicate balance of watercolor’s fluidity. Join us to create stunning portraits that tell a story!
Key Details
- Suitable for all levels
- Registration includes free admission to the gardens following the class
Supplies and Materials
The following items can be purchased at your local art supply store or online at dickblick.com, cheapjoes.com, jerrysartarama.com, or amazon.com.
- Watercolor Paints: Professional or student-grade set (tubes or pans) with essential colors (e.g., cadmium red, magenta, ultramarine blue, prussian blue, cadmium lemon yellow, cadmium yellow, and any other colors you wish)
- Watercolor Paper: Cold-press, 140 lb (300 gsm), 9x12" block or pad or larger (e.g., Arches )
- Brushes: BHA Liner Brush Made by Master Xu and any other you like
- Palette: Plastic or ceramic with mixing wells
- To secure paper
