Essex Library: Introductory Watercolor Workshop

Discover the beauty and simplicity of watercolor using just the three primary colors. In this beginner-friendly talk and hands-on session, we’ll explore how red, blue, and yellow can mix to create a surprising spectrum of hues—while also learning how water, pigment, and paper interact in this luminous, fluid medium.

With supplied materials and guidance, you’ll experiment with blending, transparency, and basic brush techniques. No experience necessary—just a sense of curiosity and a willingness to let the paint flow.

This program is FREE and open to ALL regardless of residency at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT. Supplies are limited, so registration is required. This program is for adults, age 19+.

Register online at youressexlibrary.org or by calling the library at 860-767-1560.

Theresa Zwart-Ludeman is a painter based in Chester, Connecticut, known for her evocative watercolors and thoughtful approach to storytelling—both on the canvas and the page. Her work often explores atmosphere, memory, and emotion through representational and abstraction and layered color. Drawing from years of personal practice and a deep connection to place, Theresa’s art invites viewers to slow down and look more closely. In addition to painting, she enjoys sharing her creativity at local art events. Visit theresazwart-ludeman.com for more information about the artist and her work.