In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore a variety of foundational watercolor techniques while creating your own floral artwork. Learn how to transfer a sketch onto watercolor paper, work with masking fluid, and experiment with both wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry painting methods to create soft blends, texture, and depth. 🌼 You’ll also have the option to enhance your piece with gel or paint pens for added detail, dimension, and a fun mixed-media touch. This class is designed to be approachable and encouraging, making it a great introduction to the fluid, expressive nature of watercolor painting. At the end of class, you’ll finish your artwork in a display mat, giving your piece a polished, professional look that’s ready to frame or gift.   Your instructor will provide the following materials: all project materials, including watercolor paper, mats for framing, masking pens, watercolor, brushes, cups, paper towels, masking tape, hair dryer   Skill Level Beginner-friendly, no experience required.    Age Requirement Students ages 60 and older. Would you like to participate, but are not quite 60? Contact us at info@marinemillsfolkschool.org or 612-440-6295 (can be updated to Gladje contact or cut).   What is Create, Connect, Age Well all about? People are living longer than ever and the world continues to change at an increasingly fast pace. Marine Mills Folk School recognizes how challenging it is to stay physically, mentally and socially strong in this environment. Create, Connect, Age Well is a folk school experience that helps adults thrive in the 21st century. Try something new. Build skills. Be creative. Connect with others looking to live long!   Each Create, Connect, Age Well session includes: •    An instructor-led Folk School learning experience •    Social connection and reflection time •    Coffee, tea and snacks   This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.