RICHMOND
WATERCOLOR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Abstract Landscape Painting

Abstract Landscape Painting

Sunday 27 April
Byrd Park Court Historic District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Get ready to dive into the world of watercolors and explore the beauty of abstract landscapes. Our talented instructor will guide you through various techniques, helping you blend colors and create mesmerizing scenes that reflect your inner artist. All skill levels are welcome!
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$47      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Sunday 11 May
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
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$47      
Painting Watercolours in a Cafe

Painting Watercolours in a Cafe

Sunday 25 May
The Fan District - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Imagine yourself nestled in a lovely shady spot, surrounded by the sounds of rustling leaves and the gentle murmur of the river. As you immerse yourself in the joy of painting, you can indulge in the delightful offerings of a cafe. Treat yourself to a refreshing drink or a snack, elevating your artistic experience with every sip and bite. During this delightful event, we'll be capturing the beauty of nature and urban charm as we paint the trees on the riverbank, the flowing river, and the buildings on the opposite shore. You'll also have the option to paint a striking sculpture or the lively cafe patrons from a distance – each brushstroke a unique expression of your artistic vision.
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$47      

 Floral and Nature Painting

Floral and Nature Painting

Sunday 01 June
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
The focus of this two-hour structured session is the studies of floral and nature painting. You will be guided to select your choice of reference in the garden, take photograph references and complete one or two studies of the selected plants and flowers. You will learn how to compose floral and nature paintings using traditional and contemporary composition methods. If you are a nature enthusiast, this session is perfect for you. You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the studies and have some take away homework with the learnt technique. All level and experience are welcome. Please bring watercolor painting travel kit (this can be watercolor tube paints or watercolor pan along with ink pens, pencil, rubber and watercolor pads or drawing pads. You are also welcome to bring your choice of medium. Also a smart phone to take reference photos will be handy. Don't worry if you forget anything. I will have some back up materials.
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$47      
Nature Painting with Watercolors

Nature Painting with Watercolors

Sunday 15 June
Byrd Park Court Historic District - 1pm - 3 Hours
Janaya Taylor
In this class we will focus on nature painting. We will learn tips and tricks on how to paint trees, clouds, flowers, mountains, and other objects found in nature. Note: This is not a Landscape painting class, we will not be creating completed landscape paintings. Our focus will be on the individual objects that make up those landscapes.
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$47      
Watercolour Meetup

Watercolour Meetup

Sunday 29 June
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.
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$47      

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Sunday 13 July
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 03 May
Church Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Jenny Mcgurk
Jenny McGurk here, and I'm thrilled to invite you to an outdoor drawing adventure that goes beyond the basics!

Unleash Your Inner Artist Amidst Richmond's History: A Drawing Journey

Join me for an inspiring outdoor drawing class where we'll not only learn the fundamental skills to create beautiful and expressive artwork, but also connect with the very ground beneath our feet. Imagine capturing the iconic vistas of one of Richmond's most photographed scenes – a location steeped in the rich history of our city's founding. As we learn about perspective, proportion, shading, and composition, we'll also delve into the fascinating stories and significance of our chosen spot, bringing a deeper understanding to the art we create.

My approach is all about making that blank page less intimidating. We'll playfully explore a variety of mark-making techniques, discovering the unique textures and energy you can bring to your drawings. And if time and curiosity allow, we might even splash in some color to bring our historical impressions to life!

Whether you're a complete beginner picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to refresh your skills in a unique and inspiring setting, this class is for you. Come prepared to learn, create, and experience Richmond's beauty and history through the captivating art of drawing. Let's make some art and uncover some stories together!
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$47      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Sunday 04 May
Downtown - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$47      
Shallow Depth of Field

Shallow Depth of Field

Sunday 11 May
Belle Isle - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance.

We will cover topics such as using a shallow depth of field to create a mood, blurring out distracting backgrounds, and how to use a shallow depth of field to give a bokeh effect behind our subjects to make them pop.
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$47      

Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Sunday 18 May
South 12th Street, Richmond - 8:48pm - 2 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones. A model is present during the session.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 25 May
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       0 places left
Mastering Prime Lenses: The Art of 50mm, 35mm & 85mm Photography!

Mastering Prime Lenses: The Art of 50mm, 35mm & 85mm Photography!

Sunday 15 June
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Discover the power of prime lenses in this hands-on photography class! Whether you're shooting portraits, street scenes, or landscapes, prime lenses (50mm, 35mm, and 85mm) offer sharp images, beautiful background blur (bokeh), and creative control.

In this class, you'll learn:
How to pick the best prime lens for different shots
Tips for getting sharp focus and smooth background blur
Simple composition tricks to improve your photos
How to use natural light for amazing results

Great for beginners and photography lovers looking to improve their skills!
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$47      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 26 July
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$98       4 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 17 August
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$98       5 places left
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Sunday 31 August
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Photography Group
Daring Leaderman
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.

Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.


This is a great opportunity to collaborate and learn alongside other photographers! You'll work together to create portraits and bounce off new ideas.

This is an intermediate course that assumes you understands the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$49      

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
Since it was a beginner's class, some more tips and suggestions would have been nice.
3/5
Leigh
2025-03-31
I enjoyed the class very much. Rachael showed us different techniques and tips. I learned a lot from her and was inspired by the other attendees.
5/5
Linda
2025-03-30
ARTISTS
Rachel Owens
Rachel Dawn Owens is a professional artist currently living near Richmond Virginia. She grew up in the tiny Appalachian town of Hiwassee VA where her father worked for the pigment mine and her mother worked as a nurse. She developed an obsession with color, nature, beauty, and the human form at a young age which she still holds to this day.
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
Albuquerque Watercolor Group
2025-04-18
Title or Location: Lunch Counter/ Madrid Spain
Went to Spain for 2 weeks a year ago. While thrilled to see the work of Velasquez, Goya, Microsoft and Picasso, it was a treat to be part of everyday life there. This was a scene I photographed at an enormous Farmers Market. The color of the bread caught my eye. Madrilenos have wine with lunch. So civilized.
Credit: Kristel Peale

Newcastle Watercolour Group
2025-04-17
Title or Location: Calm Waters
This is the first painting I?ve done from my imagination, and my 5th watercolour painting. Done on a drizzly Sunday afternoon in between cooking a family dinner. I wanted to test a set of granulating paints for the first time to see what effects I could get, using only 1 colour granulating paint and Paynes Grey, it?s created quite a moody evening effect. I?m looking forward to learning more about watercolour and developing my skills.
Credit: Shelley Johnson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BK5T8yZeJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Austin Watercolor Group
2025-04-15
Title or Location: Texas
This painting was inspired by the view from my front porch. we moved from the city to rural central Texas about 3 years ago. We love the energy out here!
Credit: Thomas Little
Facebook: Tlittleart
Instagram: Tlittleart

Adelaide Watercolour Group
2025-04-14
Title or Location: Normanville Hotel SA
Plein air Watercolour of Normanville Hotel, on 300gsm cotton. The original Hotel in Normanville, a coastal town in South Australia, from 1850 has been renovated over the years and is a great venue for meals and gatherings.
Credit: Peter Hancock CSC

Dallas Watercolor Group
2025-04-14
Title or Location: Dallas, TX
Chester was the first pet I owned as an adult he was lost in flooding during a tornado in Oklahoma. I painted this with love, nostalgia, and playfulness in order to recapture the kitten I loved so dearly. He was so impetuous and silly, always looking for adventure. His spirit was, and is, a work of art.
Credit: Faith Sorenson
Facebook: Faith Sorenson
Instagram: oregonorchid
Newcastle Watercolour Group
2025-04-13
Title or Location: Peace and Tranquility
I painted this from a photo I took on a visit to Ireland 25 years ago. The painting has been hanging on my sitting room wall or in a folder with other paintings for years this week I decided to add a solitary angler and called it Peace and Tranquility. I'll probably take it up to my brothers at Norham in the Borders and hang it on his sitting room wall.
Credit: Les Harrison

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