RICHMOND
WATERCOLOR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Second Level Watercolour Class

Second Level Watercolour Class

Sunday 14 June
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist second level
book now
$49      
Second Level Watercolour Class

Second Level Watercolour Class

Sunday 12 July
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist second level
book now
$49      
Second Level Watercolour Class

Second Level Watercolour Class

Sunday 09 August
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist second level
book now
$49      

Intermediate Class (2nd level)

Intermediate Class (2nd level)

Sunday 06 September
The Fan District - 1pm - 3 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this social meetup hosted by a professional instructor. Beginners to advanced all welcome.
book now
$49      
Intermediate Class (2nd level)

Intermediate Class (2nd level)

Sunday 20 September
The Fan District - 1pm - 3 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this social meetup hosted by a professional instructor. Beginners to advanced all welcome.
book now
$49      
Intermediate Class (2nd level)

Intermediate Class (2nd level)

Sunday 04 October
The Fan District - 1pm - 3 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this social meetup hosted by a professional instructor. Beginners to advanced all welcome.
book now
$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Sunday 07 June
Maymont Gardens - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. Participants bring their own equipment.
book now
$49       2 places left
Studio Light Portraits

Studio Light Portraits

Sunday 21 June
E Main St, Richmond - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Studio Light Portraits class. A 3 hour class showing the fundamentals of studio lighting for portraits. Production photography, flash setups, and hands-on practice. Indoor studio class. Participants bring their own equipment. Theme rationale: Studio Photography Class ID69 (4/5 studio/portrait match).
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$141       3 places left
Shooting in Manual Mode

Shooting in Manual Mode

Sunday 05 July
E Main St, Richmond - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Shooting in Manual Mode class. This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to control aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Hands-on indoor studio practice. Participants bring their own equipment. Theme rationale: Shooting in Manual Mode Class ID70 (5/5 exact match).
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$49      

Mandala Art

Mandala Art

Saturday 11 July
Hampton St, Richmond - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Dianna
Slow down and begin to notice the natural patterns all around you-ripple in the water, shapes of leaves, textures of trees. Learn to see like an artist as you transform these patterns into your own beautiful mandala painting.

This class focuses on creativity, mindfulness, and self-expression. All levels welcome-no experience needed, just come ready to explore and enjoy the process.

What to bring
Canvas or watercolor paper, or drawing paper
watercolor or acrylic paints, pencils whatever is comfortable for you.
Brushes and pencils you love
Water for painting and to drink
A hat optional
something comfortable to sit on
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$49      
Sketch and Shading Techniques for All Skill Levels

Sketch and Shading Techniques for All Skill Levels

Saturday 18 July
Glen Allen, VA - 11am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Neelima Ganta
Join Richmond Art Group for a relaxing Acrylic Floral Botanicals class for beginner and intermediate artists. Learn vibrant floral compositions using color blending, layering, and brush techniques. All instruction is presented through easy-to-follow demonstrations.
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$74      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 19 July
Downtown - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Street Photography meetup. Street art is a unique and colorful art form and can be found in all kinds of nooks and crannies. We'll explore urban street art and photography techniques. Outdoor meetup. Participants bring their own equipment. Theme rationale: Street Art Photography ID29 (5/5 street art/urban match).
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$49      

Macro Photography

Macro Photography

Sunday 02 August
Maymont Gardens - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them appear larger than life size. We'll explore close-up techniques in the park.
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$49      
Acrylic Floral Botanicals for All Skill Levels

Acrylic Floral Botanicals for All Skill Levels

Saturday 08 August
Glen Allen, VA - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Neelima Ganta
Join Richmond Art Group for a relaxing acrylic floral botanicals meetup for beginner and intermediate artists. Learn vibrant floral compositions using color blending, layering, and brush techniques. All instruction is presented through easy-to-follow demonstrations.
book now
$74      
Beginners Photography Part I

Beginners Photography Part I

Sunday 16 August
E Main St, Richmond - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
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$98       2 places left

Beginners Photography Part II

Beginners Photography Part II

Sunday 06 September
E Main St, Richmond - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Continue your photography journey with Part II of our beginners series. Build on the basics and learn new techniques to improve your photos.
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$98       5 places left
Flash Photography

Flash Photography

Sunday 20 September
E Main St, Richmond - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
A 3 hour class showing the fundamentals of having and using a studio. Production photography, flash techniques.
book now
$98      
Beginners Photography Part III

Beginners Photography Part III

Sunday 27 September
E Main St, Richmond - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Complete your journey with Part III of our beginners series. Build on your skills and master new techniques to take your photography further.
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$98       5 places left

ABOUT RICHMOND
WATERCOLOR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start is a set of watercolour paints, brushes, and water container.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Richmond Watercolor Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
Janaya is a GREAT teacher. I loved the class. learned a lot of fundamentals about opacity, color, creating trees, and more. I'll be signing up for more classes with Janaya ! Also, I loved the coffee shop location. Fun and lively.
5/5
roberta
2026-05-18
Great class and info!
5/5
JaneLee
2026-03-23
Wonderful! Not long enough:)
5/5
Sharon
2026-03-23

Two hours well spent!
5/5
Susan
2026-03-23
I appreciated Janaya's calm, friendly instruction and the bite-size exercises she shared. It was interesting to be part of a group and see the different ways each person approached the experience.
5/5
Janice
2026-03-11
It was a great group of students and a great instructor.
5/5
Tracy
2026-03-09

The event was very interesting and conducted well. The instructor was knowledgeable and personable. Class size was small which was perfect for beginners.
5/5
Bruce
2026-03-09
wonderful class. janaya was knowledgeable and patient and is an excellent instructor
5/5
Rachel
2026-01-07
I enjoyed the class very much, especially the location of Monroe Park. It was the perfect setting for the class
5/5
Colleen
2025-11-19

Great event!
5/5
JaneLee
2025-11-17
Great event - and the weather cooperated! Our instructor was excellent.
5/5
Leigh
2025-11-17
Lots of fun and I learned some helpful tips!
5/5
Amelia
2025-09-08

ARTISTS
Janaya Taylor
Hey!
I'm Naya and I currently attend VCU as a second year art student. I world with all sorts of mediums that range from drawing to ceramics, so if you need help beyond just water color don't be afraid to let me know :)

Janaya Taylor is available for private bookings

Available most Sundays from anytime in the morning until 6pm.
Communication necessary if any other date.

PHOTOS
Liverpool Watercolour Group
2026-06-03
Title or Location: Bromborough, Wirral, UK
A morning with the Wirral Urban Sketchers. A quick 2hr sketch of Victorian School building in pen and watercolour, in A3 sketch book.
Credit: Richard Oldfield
Facebook: richard.oldfield.752
Instagram: @richardmo55

Newcastle Watercolour Group
2026-06-02
Title or Location: Newcastle Thunder
This painting was created for a charity rugby event in Newcastle and will be featured on their warm up kit, it features landmarks of Newcastle/Northumberland and includes a stormy sky with lightning as a nod to the clubs name. It will be auctioned to raise funds for the Royal British Legion on the day of the charity match.
Credit: Shelley Johnson
Houston Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Early Summer Sunset - Houston
Beautiful early summer sunset. Particular love the dark cityscape as the backdrop. The sharp contrast made it a perfect inspiration for painting.
Credit: Claire Zhang

Auckland Watercolour Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: NZ
Christmas plein air study at Collins Memorial Reserve, South Island.A quiet rural morning ,soft light, distant hills and a few simple shapes dissolved into the atmosphere.Watercolour on paper half sheet
Credit: Xin Yi

Atlanta Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Island Sunset
This 9x12 watercolor was inspired by a photograph of the Turks and Caicos Islands at sunset where she was recently visiting. Plam trees dominate tge scene overlaying the bushes with a peek of the cabanas and calm ocean in the background. You see the sky at sunset with dark rainclouds on the horizon. I painted this piece to exemplify atmospheric landscapes with both energy and tranquility,
Credit: John Neal
Instagram: @artbyjohnniesart
Houston Watercolor Group
2026-06-01
Title or Location: Early Summer Sunset
Beautiful sunset in an early summer evening. I particularly like the dark cityscape as the backdrop. The sharp contrast made it a perfect image to paint after.
Credit: Claire Zhang

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