Classes & Training
Tilton, New Hampshire
Lakes Region Art Gallery
Pastels Beyond Basics
Discover the Joy of Creating in Pastels in this 5-Week Course at Lakes Region Art Gallery, beginning Monday, August 3rd at 10 am at Lakes Region Art Gallery in Tilton, NH. In the first week, you’ll receive a thorough review of essential materials—papers and pastels—along with hands-on mark-making techniques and tonal exercises to build confidence and understanding. For the remaining four weeks, bring in your own reference photos, sketches, or ideas and work on creating your own masterpiece with personalized guidance from your instructor every step of the way. Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore pastels or an experienced artist ready to refine your skills, this supportive, studio-style class offers the perfect environment to develop your unique style and produce beautiful, finished works. Space is limited—register today at the online!
Monday, August 3, 2026
5 Consecutive Mondays
$200.00
Available Classes & Locations
Watercolors
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Discover the Joy of Watercolor!
Are you ready to explore the vibrant world of watercolor painting? Join Stephanie C. McQuade, a juried artist with years of experience, for a five-week hands-on beginner’s watercolor course at the Lakes Region Art Gallery in Tilton, NH.
This in-person class series is designed for budding artists and absolute beginners who want to unleash their creativity while learning foundational techniques in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Stephanie’s step-by-step guidance ensures you’ll feel at ease while discovering the beauty and versatility of watercolor. Whether you're looking to start a new hobby, refine your artistic skills, or simply enjoy a creative evening out, this class is perfect for you!
Seats are limited, so don’t wait—reserve your spot today!
Unlock your inner artist and watch your creativity flow.
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Watercolor Workout is a fun, supportive 5-week practice class for painters who have completed a beginner watercolor course—or who have learned through online tutorials—but are not quite ready for intermediate-level work. Each week features a new painting, already drawn on quality watercolor paper, so students can focus on building skills, confidence, and technique through guided practice, demonstrations, and personalized feedback.
One day a week for 5 consecutive weeks.
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Lakes region Art Gallery
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Take your watercolor painting to the next level in this encouraging class designed for students with basic watercolor experience. Building on foundational skills, Stephanie McQuade guides students in expanding technique, strengthening color understanding, improving composition, and developing a more personal painting style. Through demonstrations, guided exercises, and independent projects, students will explore ways to create greater depth, harmony, and confidence in their work. This class is taught in a supportive, relaxed setting at the Lakes Region Art Gallery in Tilton, New Hampshire.
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Lakes Region Art Gallery
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Explore the unique beauty of watercolor on canvas in this fun, encouraging class with Stephanie McQuade. Each student receives a pre-prepped, high-quality canvas with a drawing ready to paint. Bring your favorite brushes and watercolors, or use limited supplies available in class. A great opportunity to experiment, build confidence, and create a finished painting in a supportive setting.
Location:
Lakes Region Art Gallery
Tilton, NH
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Introduction to Pastels is an immersive art course designed for beginners in this medium or as a refresher for the more experienced. This engaging program explores the vibrant world of pastels, guiding participants through essential techniques and creative projects to master this versatile medium.
Over five weeks, students receive hands-on instruction in the fundamentals of pastel art, including paper types, pastel types, mark making, tone, value, and color. In the first two lessons, participants build a strong foundation in pastel techniques and material selection. In later sessions, students create paintings such as a floral study, a landscape composition, and a personal project that reflects their individual style.
Paper types: textured papers and toned grounds
Pastel types: soft, hard, oil, and pan pastels
Mark making and tone: hatching, scumbling, and blending
Value and color: using light, shadow, and hue effectively
Student projects including a floral painting, a landscape, and a personal project.
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Lakes Region Art Gallery
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Pastels Beyond Basics - Ready to level up your soft pastel skills? This 5-week course is for students with some prior experience—those comfortable with basic application, blending, and handling pastels—who want to build confidence, refine techniques, and develop a stronger personal style. Bring your own reference images (photos, sketches, or inspirations) and choose your path: focus deeply on one major project over the five weeks for thoughtful layering and refinement, or create five separate pieces to explore different subjects and approaches. Either way, you'll have the freedom to experiment and grow.
5-week course, 2 hours each session
Cost: $200
Location:
Lakes Region Art Gallery
Tilton, NH
Pastels
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Mike McQuade is currently considering photography classes starting Autumn 2026. If you, or someone you know, might be interested in classes in Adobe Lightroom Classic, Photoshop or Photo Walk Abouts (PhotoWalks), please spend a second taking a short survey to let him know your area of interest.
Also under consideration is Getting Started in Web Design with Squarespace.
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