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Watercolor Explorations: Flora, Fauna & Beyond

In this 8-week watercolor course, students will focus on painting butterflies, insects, birds, animals, and other nature-inspired subjects while continuing to build foundational watercolor skills. Using a variety of photographic references, we’ll explore ways to paint texture, pattern, color, and movement while developing confidence with composition and layering. Students will practice traditional watercolor techniques including wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, dry brush, lifting, glazing, and blending. We’ll also experiment with mark-making and detail work to help create expressive and dynamic paintings. This class is designed for students who want to strengthen their technical skills while exploring a wide range of fauna subjects in a relaxed and supportive environment. Prior beginner watercolor experience recommended.

Please Note: There is no class on 8/26  – class will resume the following week on 9/2

Materials: A materials list will be provided after registration; participants will be responsible for purchasing and/or bringing the supplies to class.

General Tuition: $460
Pay It Forward: $485
Reduced Tuition (Limited): $410

Accessibility – This class takes place in the San Pablo Community Classroom, located on the first floor. Please email classes@kala.org regarding any  accessibility needs prior to enrolling so we can assess if we are able to accommodate you safely and efficiently.

  • Tuition: $460
  • Location: San Pablo Community Classroom
  • Instructor: Jennifer Mazzucco
  • 8 Classes
  • Wednesday, July 22, 2026 — September 16, 2026
  • 6:30 — 8:30pm

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About the Instructor:

Jennifer Mazzucco is a nationally published children’s book and editorial freelance illustrator. She is also the founder and co-founder of community art centers and non-profit arts organizations on both coasts. In addition, she is an exhibiting artist, and her paintings have been commissioned by private clients and various yoga and retreat centers. With a passion for teaching art that spans 26 years and a masters degree in education, Jennifer has inspired individuals of all ages in college campus settings, middle-school classrooms, her studio, and beyond. Notably, she developed a curriculum of over 65 Zoom classes during the pandemic, serving over 150 aspiring artists from around the world.