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WATERCOLOUR | David Taylor COLOUR AND VARIETY IN WATERCOLOUR Intermediate to advanced Estimated material cost: up to $350* Discover the benefits that colour makes in the overall end result. The freshness and impact it creates and the mood and poetry that will come from the direct and spontaneous approach will be part of the journey. Art is a personal journey and the growth in an artist’s life comes from knowledge, your personal touch and individual qualities will be encouraged. A variety of subject matter including landscapes, seascapes, cityscapes, still life, buildings, boats and figures to name a few will be pursued working on small and large paper. Composition, techniques and drawing skills will be sharpened. You will grow in confidence and see new changes in your individual works. David Taylor paints and exhibits nationally and internationally. His successes include the 2018 City of Victor Harbour Platinum Award in South Australia, and his work is recognised throughout the world. David was recently made a Life Member of the Victorian Watercolour Society of Victoria for his years of continuity and service to local, national and international community for the generous promotion and education of watercolour art. David continues to promote and encourage others on their special journey. 19