Recharge your creative batteries! In this upbeat workshop you'll hone your watercolor skills under the nurturing tutelage of a skilled instructor. Does your creativity need a boost? Do you need motivation? If so, treat yourself to a get-away retreat. 

Morning. Skills renewal: classic watercolor techniques viahands-on demos. Examples: how to use the wet paper for success and surprise; how to achieve transparency, how to adjust values, and how to interpret the landscape in new ways. If you're an intermediate watercolorist, you'll find this a great diagnostic for areas of development.

Afternoon. Quiet personal painting time for you, with 1-on-1 guidance as you wish. Work from your own photos if desired.

In this popular class you'll grow, expand your technique, and have time to get "in the painting zone." You'll also have fun and enjoy the camaraderie of kindred spirits.

Skill level: All levels (age 16+) welcome. Individual lessons tailored to your own goals. (Absolute beginners: some advance preparation is required: free & available online. Email instructor. )

Location: the beautiful new IDEA Center downtown Stevens Point. 1039B Ellis Street. Parking off Water Street across from Edgewater Manor.

Date/Time: Saturday January 14, 9:30 am to 4 pm.

Bring bag lunch for optional noon video, or eat out.

Cost: $69.

Register via email to barnardstudio@yahoo.com.