• Pastel Flowers

    July, 20, 27 and August 3, 10, 2026 1:30-3:30 PM for adults/13+. Join Danielle in person at Aplomb Gallery or virtually for a watercolor course with a focus on drawing flower references with one stem, a bouquet, a flower box and a meadow! Each week, we’ll work from different references while Danielle instructs techniques including introducing water with soft pastels, while fostering a supportive and mindful creative environment. For one class we will use sand paper, Aplomb will provide. Suggested materials: (or use Aplomb's for $15) Graphite pencil (H or HB), gum eraser, soft pastels in primary colors, pastel pencils, watercolor brushes (small round, medium flat, large flat and watercolor paper 90-120 lb cold press(textured) or hot press(smooth). For any questions on materials, email danielle@theaplombproject.org. 50% of this course's proceeds go towards supporting The Aplomb Project's mission, a 501(c)3 organization uplifting trauma survivors through art. At Aplomb Gallery, all courses, workshops, and meetups are trauma-informed. We are dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive learning environment for survivors, allies, and all creative individuals, ensuring that everyone can engage in the artistic process with care and respect. 262 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820 (free parking in back off Kirkland St).
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        4 week course

        $160.00$160.00
          
        Use Aplomb Materials

        Mixed media materials of your choice for all four classes.

        $15.00$15.00
          

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      • About the instructor: Danielle Festa has over 20 years experience as an art instructor and feels it is important to create a supportive and creative learning enviroment. Danielle has been painting hyper-realist portraits with mixed media fabric elements since graduating with a BFA from UMASS Amherst in 2007.

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