Watercolor Techniques and Texture Workshop

Discover watercolor techniques and textures in a hands-on beginner class in New York City!


Brooklyn Craft Company
Brooklyn Craft Company
5.0 (21)
Instagram followers 28k followers

1.5 hours Location Greenpoint Class size 1 to 3 (public classes), 8 to 48   $65

Dive into the joyful world of watercolor painting in this hands-on, beginner-friendly watercolor class in Brooklyn! You’ll spend the session exploring watercolor for beginners techniques that make painting feel approachable, playful, and inspiring. From mastering wet brush and dry brush strokes to experimenting with bloom, scumbling, and blotting, you’ll discover how each method creates a unique effect that brings your artwork to life.
This class also shows you creative ways to add texture using salt, plastic wrap, crayon, and resist, giving your paintings depth and character. Along the way, you’ll learn the fundamentals of color mixing and composition, turning simple shapes into compelling, organic designs. Whether you’re looking for watercolor painting ideas to kickstart a new hobby, a relaxing weekend activity, or a unique date idea in Brooklyn, this class makes it easy to feel confident and inspired!
You’ll leave with your own original artworks, practical skills, and a fresh perspective on how to paint with watercolors. Every brushstroke is guided with warmth and encouragement, making the experience low-pressure, uplifting, and genuinely fun. Perfect for anyone curious about watercolor, this class is your invitation to experiment, explore, and fall in love with the possibilities of paint, texture, and color!
Please note:
We have two locations in Greenpoint, Brooklyn: The BCC Shop at 165 Greenpoint Ave, and The BCC Annex at 37 Greenpoint Ave #105. Your workshop location will be indicated when selecting your workshop date.

Upcoming dates for Watercolor Techniques and Texture Workshop

Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 9:07pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 21 Nov 2026 and 17 Dec 2026.

  • Sat, Nov 21 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Thu, Dec 17 2026, 6:30pm-8pm
What you'll get
  • All paints, brushes, paper and tools are provided during class
  • 10% discount on all store merchandise on the day of class!
  • Original watercolor artworks you create
  • Hands-on practice with painting techniques
  • Experience creating textures with various materials
  • Understanding of color mixing and composition
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • Your creativity!
  • Enthusiasm to learn and paint
  • A smile and open mind
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

The BCC Shop - 165 Greenpoint Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

This venue is a short walk from Greenpoint Ave station.

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Brooklyn Craft Company
Brooklyn Craft Company

5.0 (21)
Instagram followers 28k followers
female Women-owned

Brooklyn Craft Company is a modern craft store and DIY workshop space located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. We offer hands-on crafting workshops including knitting, crocheting, sewing, macramé, embroidery, watercolor, and bookbinding. We provide everything needed for a successful DIY experience—supplies, tools, friendly and knowledgeable instructors, as well as full set-up and clean-up. Our events are designed to be approachable, un-intimidating, fun, inspiring, educational, and engaging for a wide range of attendees.

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