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Understanding your Histogram and Lightmeter

Understanding your Histogram and Lightmeter

Sunday 26 January
Foster St. Durham - 3pm - 2 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Cammel Hurse
Having troubles with getting the correct exposure? Curious what the histogram is and how to read it? In this meetup I will discuss how your camera's light meter works, how metering affects your meter, as well as what your histogram is and how to read and understand the information it is giving you.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 01 February
Ramseur Street, Durham - 2pm - 3 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Cammel Hurse
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       5 places left
Making Valentine's Card - Open Medium

Making Valentine's Card - Open Medium

Saturday 08 February
Beryl Rd. - 10am - 2 Hours
Raleigh Art Group
Alicia Deras
Create a unique, handmade Valentine's card for someone special! With an open-medium approach, you can work with whatever art supplies you like 2014paint, markers, colored pencils, or collage. Bring your creativity and have fun!
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$47      

Studio Photography Class

Studio Photography Class

Saturday 15 February
Central Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Richard Tholen
A 3 hour class showing the fundimentals of having and using a studio. Production photography, flash and lighting power. Settings and materials like white board and reflectors.

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$92       1 places left
Flash Photography Class

Flash Photography Class

Sunday 16 February
W Main Street, Durham - 2pm - 3 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Cammel Hurse
As a photographer, mastering flash photography will hugely improve your photography and understanding of lighting.

In this class, we will cover how to properly use your external Camera Flash/Speedlite and learn the settings and modes, including the widely used TTL Metering mode, which is a common mode in your camera that fosters seamless communication between your camera and Speedlite.

Lastly, we will also learn the difference between fill light and key light. Exploring the interplay between available lighting and flash photography.

We'll explore these concepts as we troubleshoot, make adjustments, and skillfully capture portraits and landscapes.
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$92      
Abstract Photography

Abstract Photography

Saturday 22 February
Chapel Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Richard Tholen
Abstract photography involves capturing a subject in a way that renders it either partially or completely unrecognizable, emphasizing instead on the interplay of shapes, colors, and form.

In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating striking and thought-provoking images through the use of abstraction.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of abstract photography, including composition, color, and texture. We will cover topics such as finding inspiration in everyday objects, experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
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$47      

Mandala Art

Mandala Art

Saturday 22 February
Beryl Rd. - 10am - 2 Hours
Raleigh Art Group
Alicia Deras
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating beautiful and intricate mandala designs.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of drawing mandalas, with a focus on the different elements that make up these stunning circular designs. We will cover topics such as symmetry, patterns, and repetition, and provide you with step-by-step instructions to create your own mandalas.

You will learn techniques for creating intricate designs using simple shapes and patterns, including using rulers and compasses to create precise circles and lines.

A mandala is a complex abstract design that is usually circular in form. Traditionally, a mandala is a geometric design or pattern that represents the cosmos or deities in various heavenly worlds.
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$47      
Rule of Thirds

Rule of Thirds

Saturday 01 March
Chapel Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Richard Tholen
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism. In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
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$47      
Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Saturday 08 March
Beryl Rd. - 10am - 2 Hours
Raleigh Art Group
Alicia Deras
If you love all things nature, this is the art class for you! In this class, we will be conducting primary observation studies of flowers and plants. You will get the chance to admire plants and flowers up close and learn how to confidently create inspired drawings with pencil and fineliner pens. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of drawing the beautiful plants and flowers that nature has to offer. We will cover topics such as simplifying shapes, creating texture and detail, and using colours to enhance your drawings. This is a perfect opportunity for both beginners and more experienced artists alike to meet up and create art in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Our friendly instructors will provide guidance, helpful feedback, and support along the way, to generate new ideas for your art practice, and collaborate in a like-minded space. Join us in the wonderful outdoors to create your very own unique pieces and develop your drawing skills!
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$47      

Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 15 March
Durham - 10am - 2 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Richard Tholen
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      
Headshot Photography Class

Headshot Photography Class

Sunday 16 March
Ramseur Street, Durham - 2pm - 3 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Cammel Hurse
A headshot is a tightly framed face shot, typically from the shoulders up. The goal of your headshot is to clearly & creatively showcase your client's professionalism, personality, and brand. As a class, we will focus on creating headshots from the chest up with good lighting on your model's face.
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$92      
Low Light Portrait Photography Class

Low Light Portrait Photography Class

Sunday 23 March
Ramseur Street, Durham - 6pm - 3 Hours
Raleigh Photography Group
Cammel Hurse
Join our Low Light Portrait Photography class and unlock the secrets of capturing stunning portraits in challenging lighting conditions. Whether you're a beginner or an enthusiast, this class will empower you to capture captivating portraits that truly shine, even in the dimmest of environments.
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$92       4 places left

ABOUT RALEIGH
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 Raleigh Watercolor Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
Sherry was a patient and thoughtful instructor. She took the time to explain color theory before we got into painting. A win-win!
5/5
Rita
2024-09-16
It was a fun event Majo was knowledgeable about color theory and I learned some new techniques. Can't wait for future events.
5/5
Rosemary
2024-03-24
I enjoyed the beginners class. Especially learning all the techniques and seeing the various effect each can have within a picture. Marie is a good instructor! Her instructions are clear and then she demonstrated. If I was struggling she recognized and came right to my side to show me to accomplish that step. She incorporated shadows and light in our still life exercise. I learned how to mix colors to achieve the shade I was looking for. Overall I learned a lot and had fun in the process
5/5
Judith
2024-03-04

PHOTOS
Raleigh Watercolor Group
2024-03-20
Title or Location: Cars of My Youth
I am a retired Ford Motor Co Zone Sales Manager. I have loved cars since I was very small. About two or three years ago I set out to paint a watercolor painting of cars that were part of my family in some way or the other. The middle car, a 1954 Chevrolet Bel-Air 4 door was a drawing of my first car which I bought used in 1960. All of the others belonged either to me or a family member except the Red and white 1958 Pontiac Bonneville and the upper right aqua and white 1956 Chevrolet Bel-Air Conv
Credit: Frank Leonard

Raleigh Watercolor Group
2024-03-17
Title or Location: Doorway, Castelmuzio, Tuscany
Arches 140 cold pressed watercolor paperDaniel Smith and Winsor & Newton watercolorsThis was a lovely, quiet spot in a deserted medieval Italian walled town. I?ve been teaching myself to paint with watercolors for the past 12 months. I finally felt I?d learned enough to do this scene justice.
Credit: Kate Tracton
Instagram: Kate_tracton_designs
Raleigh Watercolor Group
2024-03-05
Title or Location: Jeremiah
I'm a novice watercolorist and am learning about color mixing using only red, yellow, and blue, so I chose this reference photo in order to experiment with mixing only red, yellow, and blue to get the greens, blacks, and browns. I also experimented with using the white in a watercolor set to help mute the colors in the water around the frog. If I hadn't needed the set for a recent beginner watercolor class, it wouldn't have occurred to me to use white watercolor. I downloaded the referen
Credit: Darcy Van Heuveln
Facebook: Darcy Van H

Raleigh Watercolor Group
2024-02-27
Title or Location: The Valley Beyond
I almost threw this away. Sometimes I have a hard time "pushing through" a painting that I am doing. I'm tempted to stop and say "this is not good, I won't finish it, it's awful". I painted the sky background a year ago and the painting just sat in a corner. One day I decided to just "play" with this piece of paper and I loved what happened! Quite often I find that I need to let my artwork just cook in a corner. Every once in a while I surprise myself!
Credit: Kathy Butts

Raleigh Watercolor Group
2024-02-27
Title or Location: Lone Oak
After I had joint replacement surgery on my left thumb, my dominant hand, I still wanted to paint. I thought that I'd just play with color using my right hand to wield the brush. To my amazement, I painted with more spontaneity and with a looseness I've been trying to achieve before. Maybe I'm ambidextrous and have only just discovered it (I'm 76).
Credit: Linda R Bahai
Raleigh Watercolor Group
2023-09-04
Title or Location: Cape cod
This is a Facebook tutorial by artist Chris Petri. chrispetri.com
Credit: Bonita McMorris
Facebook: Bonita McMorris
Instagram: Bo.nita527

Perth Watercolour Group
2025-01-20
Title or Location: Landscape in watercolour
My favourite subject for watercolour painting is landscape and this one is a memory from my trip to Canada 2 years ago.
Credit: Jana Legowski
Phoenix Watercolor Group
2025-01-18
Title or Location: Scottsdale, AZ
The carnation is one of two flowers for January... The inspiration for my painting of a red and pink carnation came from the emotions these flowers represent. The bold red symbolizes love and admiration, while the soft pink brings to mind gratitude and warmth. I loved how these two colors complement each other, creating a mix of strong and gentle feelings. As I painted, I focused on the delicate layers of the petals and how the colors blended, trying to capture both the beauty and the emotion th
Credit: Lise Horvath
Facebook: Lise Horvath
Instagram: Lise7890
Bridgeport Watercolor Group
2025-01-18
Title or Location: Blue Vase
One of my watercolors ?Blue Vase? is on display at the Westport Center for Senior Activities, Westport, CT. through February 28, 2025
Credit: Wendy

Newcastle Watercolour Group
2025-01-18
Title or Location: White Winter
A memory of winter 1963. As a child the snowfall that year was magical. The pond nearby was frozen and the trees laden with clumps of snow. The challenge in painting this in watercolours was to leave white and create the snow with the shadows.
Credit: Margaret Milburn
Instagram: margartpaintings
Dallas Watercolor Group
2025-01-18
Title or Location: Grand Prairie, Texas
Just wanted to challenge myself.
Credit: Lisa Francis
Winston Salem Watercolor Group
2025-01-18
Title or Location: Peacock's Radiance
9x12 Watercolor Inspired by turn of the century Art Nouveau poster illustrations.
Credit: Amanda Goins
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