MANCHESTER
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Saturday 05 October
Oxford Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Shilpa Sapatnekar
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolour techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.
book now
£26      
Beginner's Watercolour Class

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Saturday 12 October
Oxford Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Shilpa Sapatnekar
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolour techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.
book now
£26      
Blossoms  Brushstrokes Watercolour Meetup in Nature

Blossoms Brushstrokes Watercolour Meetup in Nature

Saturday 09 November
Google Meet - 10am - 2 Hours
Shilpa Sapatnekar
Join our "Blossoms Brushstrokes Watercolour Meetup in Nature" for an immersive two-hour session focused on floral and nature painting studies. Under expert guidance, you'll explore the garden to select your preferred subjects, capturing reference photos to fuel your creativity. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, you'll learn both traditional and contemporary composition techniques to compose stunning floral and nature paintings. This online gathering offers a unique opportunity for nature enthusiasts to connect with like-minded individuals, while honing your skills and enjoying the serene beauty of the surroundings. All skill levels are welcome, so grab your watercolor painting travel kit and smartphone for reference photos, and join us for an enriching artistic experience in the heart of nature!
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£26      

Other Nearby Groups

Using Light  Shadow in Photography

Using Light Shadow in Photography

Saturday 28 September
Deansgate and Castlefield - 2pm - 2 Hours
Manchester Photography Group
Warren McCann
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photoopportunities, as well as some challenges! In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 19 October
Deansgate and Castlefield - 11am - 3 Hours
Manchester Photography Group
Warren McCann
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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£67       5 places left
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 09 November
Northern Quarter - 12pm - 2 Hours
Manchester Photography Group
Warren McCann
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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£26      

Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 30 November
Deansgate and Castlefield - 11am - 2 Hours
Manchester Photography Group
Warren McCann
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures. In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use. Taking place in the deansgate area, we will move into castlefield and bring focus to the industrial architecture of victorian manchester. We will be using the formal elements of photography as a guideline so look out for an email a few days before the event with some further information on this.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 14 December
Deansgate and Castlefield - 11am - 3 Hours
Manchester Photography Group
Warren McCann
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
£67      
ABOUT MANCHESTER
WATERCOLOUR
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 Manchester Watercolour Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
This was a well organised event, at which I didn?t feel pressured. Shilpa is a friendly, knowledgeable lady, who is very encouraging.
5/5
Ron
2024-04-29
ARTISTS
Shilpa Sapatnekar
I am a watercolour artist who specialises in vibrant paintings. My work captures the delicate beauty and intricate details of flowers/faces through the expressive medium of watercolour. Each piece is a unique exploration of colour, texture, and form, bringing the natural world to life on the canvas. My goal is to share the joy and wonder of the realistic and artistic realm through my art, inviting viewers to appreciate the simple elegance of these botanical marvels.

Shilpa Sapatnekar is available for private bookings

3250 base rate plus 320 per participant. For larger corporate or group events, the starting rate is around 3500 for a group of 15 people.
Available most Saturdays .
Private tutoring, weddings, portraits, and events. Message here to book now.

PHOTOS
Manchester Watercolour Group
2024-08-01
Title or Location: Buxton Opera house - with visitor

Credit: Kevin Williams

Manchester Watercolour Group
2024-07-14
Title or Location: Pair of American Kestrels

Credit: Kevin Williams
Manchester Watercolour Group
2024-05-31
Title or Location: Little Molly
I was commissioned to do this watercolour painting of my friends dog Molly as a birthday gift. I tried to capture the loving expression in the dogs eyes. Needless to say the artwork was very much appreciated and a few tears of happiness were shed.
Credit: Gill Mulqueeney

Manchester Watercolour Group
2024-05-31
Title or Location: The small hut at Camphill
One of the outbuildings at Camphill Gliding club which has been running since 1934 on the site of a hill farm and ancient settlement above Great Hucklow in Derbyshire.
Credit: Kevin Williams
Facebook: PaintingsforMacmillan

Manchester Watercolour Group
2024-05-28
Title or Location: Stralitzia in flower.
These lovely Stralitzia were growing in my garden where I lived in South Africa.
Credit: M A Duncan.
Manchester Watercolour Group
2024-05-17
Title or Location: Eilean Donan
A hugely popular subject for photographers and artists over the years I thought I would give it a try.
Credit: Kevin Williams
Facebook: PaintingsforMacmillan

Phoenix Watercolor Group
2024-09-14
Title or Location: Santa Clarita, California
My two sons both moved to Arizona for work and we missed them so much we immediately began trying to create a path for us to move to the Phoenix area. This painting was an attempt to paint desert themed flora to feel closer to them. We now live in a suburb of Phoenix and love the unique beauty found in the desert!
Credit: Joneile Emery
Facebook: Lucky Dog Pet Portraits
Nottingham Watercolour Group
2024-09-14
Title or Location: Lowdham Nottingham
Self taught artist since 2022. I?ve been wanting to create a more classic, vintage look with my pieces recent my. As an avid cat artist, the feline is often my main subject and always with flowers! Sennellier watercolour on Arches paper.
Credit: Lizzie Jayne
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lizzieJayne22
Bristol Watercolour Group
2024-09-13
Title or Location: Taken from Facebook photo site for art work

Credit: Pauline Duce

Houston Watercolor Group
2024-09-13
Title or Location: Free online photo resource
I painted Apple Blossoms for a friend who had gifted me the watercolor paper she had purchased for a family member who decided they didn?t want it. Since she would not take payment I asked what I could paint for her. Flowers she said. So, I used the 9 x 12 Canson 140 lb block she gave me to paint this.
Credit: Donna Van Wyk
Nottingham Watercolour Group
2024-09-13
Title or Location: Lowdham, Nottingham.
I am a self taught watercolour artist since 2022 and I?ve worked tirelessly to this tricky medium. I love nature and animals and I challenge myself to try new subjects daily. I wanted to capture the softness of this beautiful creature.
Credit: Lizzie Jayne
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lizzieJayne22
Newcastle Watercolour Group
2024-09-10
Title or Location: From A Lesson with Chan Dissanayake.
Inspired by Paddington, Sydney location
Credit: Linda Gray

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