I painted this en plein air while vacationing in Big Bend.  I found the atmospheric colors of the landscape hypnotic and have always wanted to teach a watercolor class with this composition.

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This ghost town near the Big Bend region features an abandoned church perched atop a scrappy hill. The late afternoon sun created a warm environment worthy of reproducing on paper.

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

My home town of High Ridge, Missouri includes this scenic bluff carved out by Highway 30.  The rock textures combine with rich foliage to create a scintillating scene for the painter's brush. 

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

Celebrate the season of renewal with a peaceful, hands‑on dotting class inspired by Easter’s message of hope and grace.

In this relaxing workshop, you’ll paint a beautiful wooden cross (9½” tall × 7” wide) using mandala dot painting techniques. Choose your own color palette and learn how to place dots with intention—building patterns that reflect both artistry and meaning.

Each cross can be hung above a doorway to bless those who enter and exit, or placed anywhere in your home as a reminder of God’s promise and the sacrifice that brings us peace.

All supplies and dotting tools are provided, and no experience is needed. Whether you’re new to dot art or returning for another joyful session, this class is all about reflection, creativity, and connection.

Come as you are, and let your colors speak.

Here is a chance to loosen up and create a "southwest art" style bison in brilliant color, accented by dark outlines reminiscent of prehistoric cave paintings which also featured bison.

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This abandoned store beside the Mississippi River in Winfield, Missouri offers a chance to render rich warm colors of yellow, red and green to contrast with cold dark shadows. 

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This eye-catching ghost-sign on the side of a store, along with the weathered stonework, is the watercolorist's delight! We will work together in building a simple composition that will capture attention without overworking the painting. Too many artists haven't yet figured out the principle of "Less is More" in watercolor.

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This Colorado mountainside blizzard will involve considerable masquing and spritzing techniques that the instructor will demonstrate peas we go along. An exciting combination of pencil and brush will surprise the students at the ease in rendering evergreen trees. 

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This abandoned vehicle outside a defunct gas station will afford opportunities to capture vibrant shadows against a bright New Mexico sunwashed setting. Contrasting  warm and cool colors between sunlight and shade will build an attractive composition.

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This east Texas setting allows us to experiment with bright sign painting and an aged tire shop alongside a county road. The complementary reds and greens should create a striking contrast, along with the rich shadows and sunny highlights. 

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This will allow us to explore several fun techniques: wet-on-wet washes, dry brush, spattering, masquing and pencil renderings. We will develop a strong contrast between the rich redness of the distant rock formations against the cool green foreground foliage. 

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

This will allow us to explore several fun techniques: wet-on-wet washes, dry brush, spattering, masquing and pencil renderings. We will develop a strong contrast between the rich redness of the distant rock formations against the cool green foreground foliage. 

We will create 8 x 10" compositions on stretched watercolor paper. Students are allowed to trace the images onto the surface using transfer paper that is supplied. The instructor will guide you step-by-step through the entire composition.

Discover the joy of dotting in this festive, hands-on art class!

Join me for a soothing and creative experience where you’ll learn the art of mandala dot painting—from precise dot placement to swooshes and walking the dots. We’ll explore how to combine these techniques into captivating designs that sparkle with personality.

You’ll create your own 3” Christmas ornament using vibrant acrylic paints and professional dotting tools—all materials provided, and no experience needed! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a total beginner, this class is all about expression, relaxation, and holiday magic.

Just bring your imagination, and let the dots do the rest.

This 8x10” composition will focus on the little that is left in Dexter, Texas. Our focus will be on techniques to enhance the dilapidated wood siding of the one-room shack with its damaged shingled roof. The faded building to the right will be accented by the darkened window with highlighted framing, a technique I enjoy teaching.

Watercolor Wednesdays with David Tripp. I gladly teach students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. We limit class sizes to five, so no one feels neglected. We always have a good time exploring watercolor possibilities!
Class is $55. All materials provided.

This 8x10” composition should provide plenty of fun with spontaneous flourishes in the snowy evergreens (I have a whole basket of tricks to teach on this!) and the brightly-colored children with sled to accent the composition.

Watercolor Wednesdays with David Tripp. I gladly teach students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. We limit class sizes to five, so no one feels neglected. We always have a good time exploring watercolor possibilities!
Class is $55. All materials provided.

This 8x10” composition will look like a Christmas card, complete with snowfall, a colorful wreath in the shack window and Christmas lights and garland in the evergreen outdoors.

Watercolor Wednesdays with David Tripp. I gladly teach students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. We limit class sizes to five, so no one feels neglected. We always have a good time exploring watercolor possibilities!
Class is $55. All materials provided.

Watercolor Wednesdays with David Tripp. I gladly teach students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. We limit class sizes to five, so no one feels neglected. We always have a good time exploring watercolor possibilities!
This 8x10” composition will make use of the masquepen to create highlighted tree limbs against the dark background. Background will explore wet-on-wet technique sprinkled with salt and stale bread crumbs. The rugged tree bark will involve graphite, watercolor pencil and “ugly brush” techniques. This should be great fun!
Class is $55. All materials provided.

This beautiful angel painting is just right for the Christmas season! We will paint her on a 10x10 canvas on Wednesday November 12 from 1-4. All materials will be included. Cost is $55 total. Join me for an afternoon of fun!

Join us for this special Paint Your Own Mini event! We have limited spaces and unlimited excitement!! Sweets and bites will be served alongside unique activities and a beautiful photo op for you and your friends.