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Beginner's Class: Sketching (Pencil/Charcoal)

Beginner's Class: Sketching (Pencil/Charcoal)

Saturday 29 March
North Oakland - 10am - 2 Hours
Pittsburgh Art Group
Deej Keane
Ever tried sketching but felt frustrated when your lines didn't match what you had in mind? You're not alone. Many beginners struggle with shading, proportions, and making their drawings look natural. This class is designed to help you overcome those roadblocks and finally feel comfortable with a pencil or charcoal in hand.

You'll learn simple techniques to bring depth and life to your sketches, how to use light and shadow effectively, control your strokes, and build confidence in your drawing. Bring either a sketchpad and a pencil (HB or 2B) or a charcoal stick with a kneaded eraser, depending on which medium you'd like to explore.

No experience needed, just a willingness to try. By the end of the session, you'll have a finished sketch and a new way of seeing the world through your art.
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$47      
Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 05 April
Shady Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Dominique Murray
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.

The class will start when the insects are more active. So be ready to explore and capture breathe-taking macro images.
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$47      
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 03 May
Smallman Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Dominique Murray
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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$47      

Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 10 May
Smallman Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Paul Vladuchick
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 24 May
Smallman Street - 10am - 3 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Paul Vladuchick
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
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 31 May
Market Square - 10am - 3 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Dominique Murray
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       1 places left

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 14 June
Smallman Street - 10am - 3 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Paul Vladuchick
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.
book now
$92      
Wide-Angle Photography: Capture the Bigger Picture

Wide-Angle Photography: Capture the Bigger Picture

Saturday 28 June
Confluence - 10am - 2 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Paul Vladuchick
Unleash your creativity and see the world through a wider lens! This fun and interactive class will teach you how to capture breathtaking landscapes, dramatic architecture, and epic group shots like a pro. Whether you're a beginner or looking to level up your skills, discover how to make the most of your wide-angle lens and turn ordinary scenes into extraordinary masterpieces. Bring your camera and your imagination - it's time to go wide!
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$47      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 12 July
Smallman Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Pittsburgh Photography Group
Dominique Murray
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
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$47      

ABOUT PITTSBURGH
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 Pittsburgh Watercolor Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
PHOTOS
Nottingham Watercolour Group
2025-03-19
Title or Location: At my art class in Kirkby in Ashfield, Notts
I am new to watercolour and have only been working with watercolour paints a few months. I usually use oils. I have fibromyalgia and cfs and find art therapeutic and sometimes painful for my joints but I persevere. I attend an art class every work when I well which is run by professional artist Jonathan Annabel of Contemporary Fine Art in Nottinghamshire.Each month Jonathan gives his classes themes and February?s theme was pick a mythical being or a legend to paint and I decided to paint E
Credit: Angela Boyle

Salt Lake City Watercolor Group
2025-03-17
Title or Location: My sleeping beauty

Credit: Tanya Ford
Facebook: Tanya Arts Smart
Instagram: Tanyaartsmart
Liverpool Watercolour Group
2025-03-17
Title or Location: Hilbre Island
Hibre Island. From a recent walk to the island from West Kirby, inspitlrational views across the Dee Estury and back to West Kirby and Hoylake. Watercolour 39cm x 29cm on saunders Waterford 450gms rough paper.
Credit: Richard Oldfield
Facebook: Richardmo
Instagram: Richard Oldfield

Newcastle Watercolour Group
2025-03-17
Title or Location: Red Kite and the Nine Arches Viaduct on the River Derwent Walk.
I was on the Viaduct when a Red Kite flew overhead and thought it would make an unusual painting looking down on the Red Kite and Viaduct.
Credit: Les Harrison

Manchester Watercolour Group
2025-03-16
Title or Location: Seven Sisters cliffs

Credit: Kevin Williams
Facebook: PaintingsforMacmillan
Nottingham Watercolour Group
2025-03-15
Title or Location: Reference was Loughborough steam trust and the owl was my own reference.
Watercolour on illustration board . No body colour was used.
Credit: R. D. GELLION

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