Upcoming Introduction to Watercolour Painting with Pauline Goss – Fall 2026

Upcoming Dates

  • 05
    Sep
    BASICS Introduction to Watercolour Painting - Fall 2026
    1:00 pm
    -
    3:30 pm

About the Artist:
Pauline is a graduate of and former teacher at the School of Fashion, “L’Académie des Couturiers Canadiens.”
She attended courses in the Creative Arts Program at Algonquin College and has taken numerous workshops with renowned artists.  She is a juried Fellow of the Ottawa Watercolour Society (FOWS), where she also served consecutive terms as its President. She has exhibited her work in many galleries in the Ottawa region and received multiple awards from juried events. Her studio, PASIGO DESIGN, is located in Manotick, On.  To learn more about Pauline, visit her website at: https://www.pasigodesign.com/

Artist’s Statement:

“Many of my paintings are the result of the blending that can be achieved by using just three or four colours. Although I love to experiment with many different colour combinations, one of my favourite colour schemes includes Prussian Blue, Pyrrol Red or Quin Rose, Hansa Yellow. The range and variety that can be achieved from these colours is astounding. I look for mood and harmony in my finished painting and when I see it, I feel a sense of accomplishment.”

About the Course:

Watercolor has a reputation for being unpredictable, but its “wildness” is exactly what makes it so beautiful.

This beginner-focused course is designed to take the guesswork out of the medium and show you how to work with the water rather than fighting it.

Through guided exercises and step-by-step projects, you’ll gain confidence handling water, pigment, and colour.

What You Will Learn:

  • Supplies: What supplies are required to paint in watercolour.
  • Water Control: How to handle paint and water on your brush to avoid muddy pools or chalky washes.
  • Core Techniques: Essential building blocks—wet-on-dry for crisp details and wet-on-wet for soft, beautiful transitions.
  • Color Mixing: Learn how to mix clean, vibrant colours using a limited palette without accidentally creating “mud.”
  • Layering & Glazing: Understand transparency and how to layer thin washes of paint to build depth and light.

By the end of this course, you will know the mechanics of watercolour and you will have a collection of foundational samples to help you continue along your watercolour journey.

A Note for Beginners: You don’t need any prior drawing or painting experience to succeed in this class. Watercolour is a collaborative medium between you, the paper, and the water—the goal is to learn the steps to make that partnership friendly and fun!

What her Students say:

I took Pauline’s 4 week Beginner Watercolour course and learned the basics of watercolour.  She is very knowledgeable, made the class enjoyable and gave us great tips along the way.  After the course ended I was able to, on my own, paint some landscape pictures using the techniques she taught us during the course.  I am going to take the next watercolour course she offers in the fall.  Highly recommend her course if you are a beginner. – Karen
Pauline is an excellent instructor. She is extremely knowledgeable and talented. Her lessons are always interesting and explained in a way that even beginners can follow and she is always ready to answer questions. She is also very kind and friendly and gives valuable feedback – Linda
I thought Pauline was lovely.  She was thorough and very patient.  I enjoyed taking her beginner class and will, hopefully, be signing up for her next class in the Fall. – Trudy

Pauline Goss Supply List

Dates:  Saturday, September 5, 19, 26, Oct 3  2026 1:00 a.m.  – 3:30 p.m.  Note no class Sept 12

Fees: Members $140.00, Non-Members $190.00

Venue: 155 Industrial Avenue, Carleton Place

Registration:  Opens for KAC volunteers July 6th,  KAC members, July 9th , non-members, July 12.

Terms & Conditions:

Kanata Art Club reserves the right to cancel a class where there is insufficient registration.  You will be notified and receive a refund.

To withdraw prior to the start date, please contact the  treasurer at treasurer@kanataartclub.com. An e-transfer for a full refund less an administrative fee of $25.00 will be issued if a written request is received no less than 14 days prior to the start of the first class.  There will be no refund issued beyond that date, unless we are able to fill your spot from a waitlist.

Venue:  

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Member Pricing ($140.00 CAD) is available to members only. Login to access member pricing.
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July 12, 2026
Volunteer ($140.00 CAD) is available to members only. Login to access member pricing.