Discover the magic and nuance of watercolor with master artist Paul Jackson, where learning becomes an adventure of color, light, and creative discovery.
Paul will guide you from the first wash to the final details, helping you build confidence while exploring design, color, value, composition, and the expressive mechanics of watercolor. Through relaxed lectures, lively discussions, demonstrations, and gentle critiques, you’ll refine your personal style in an inspiring, supportive atmosphere. Expect camaraderie, creative breakthroughs, and more than a few moments of joyful surprise. Paul’s layered approach reveals not only how watercolor works, but why ~ teaching you to build luminous washes, plan the entire picture area, organize shapes, map values, communicate your subject clearly, and correct mistakes with ease.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned painter ready to shake up your approach, this energized workshop invites you to loosen up, explore boldly, and rediscover the joy of painting.
Paul is the author of Painting Spectacular Light Effects in Watercolor and The Wandering Watercolorist.
2026 Workshop Schedule
February 3-6
Painting Dramatic Light in Watercolor
Savannah, GA
May 1-3
Painting Dramatic Light in Watercolor
New Braunfels Art League
May 11-14
Fossil Adventure & Workshop
Delta, UT
July 10-12
Painting Dramatic Light in Watercolor
Zoom
September 28-October 2
Painting a Masterpiece in Watercolor
The Landgrove Studio
Landgrove, VT
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October 23-25
Painting Shiny Metal in Watercolor
Zoom
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2027
January 26-29
Coastal Treasures - Where Light Meets Driftwood
Savannah, GA
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May I just say WOW! What an amazing experience! I’m fairly new to watercolor, or any painting medium for that matter, so I was a bit unsure of attending this workshop as a newbie. Gratefully, my nervousness was soon put at ease. Paul and Marla provide a great stress-free atmosphere which promotes the absorption of the flood of information presented in the workshop. Paul teaches in the same manner that he paints, with many layers and hidden gems that apply to all levels of artists. Furthermore, all of the participants were very positive, encouraging, and uplifting. I am renewed, refreshed, and excited to paint! As a side note, I have also joined the Paul Jackson’s Watercolor Workshop Anonymous Club, as I am now addicted to his workshops!
I had hardly lifted a brush prior to my first and only workshop with Paul and Marla, and voila, during this experience, absolutely everyone was encouraging and helpful–a perfect place for all levels of achievement. I hope to attend another since that experience was not only instructive but personally enriching!
I’ve taken several workshops with Paul, & travelled to France and Italy with Paul and Marla. I’ve learned a tremendous amount about painting, color, composition, supplies, and loved every minute of it. It’s not that common for someone that extraordinary to be just as nice and helpful as well as being such a superb teacher and friend. The people on the trips and workshops are terrific to be with too. Sign me up for as many as I can fit in!!
Der Mister Jackson, is there a Chance to See you in good old germany sometime???? Your Work in watercolour is so Incredible . I already learn so much with your wonderful Book.
Painting the Night in Watercolor Workshop in Whitewater, WI. I was the coordinator of this workshop with Paul. What a wonderful man. He is willing to openly share his knowledge of watercolor. Hope to have him back in the future. Marla and Paul were easy to work with while arranging this workshop. I only heard positive comments from participants. Thanks Paul and Marla.
Hi Paul:
Long time no see. I don’t get to Missouri hardly ever and I guess you may not know I retired from Yellowstone at the end of 2008. I am now in Kalispell, northwestern Montana. You should talk to the Yellowstone Institute about doing a class in Yellowstone. I would be smashing. Ann.
Hi Paul! Thanks for the fantastic workshop in Starkville! I thoroughly enjoyed meeting you, Marla and Yoki! Please come back and do it again! I hope to come to Huntsville. Safe travels and happy painting!
Thanks for a fun and fantastic workshop in Birmingham, MI. It was by far the best painting workshop I have ever experienced. Your instructions made sense to a beginner like me and I’m eager to apply them to my own work. I hope to join you again in the future, please come back to Michigan.
Miss Rosemary
In searching Travel Workshops I found the sketching trip to Italy on Paul’s website. If it is still open I would like more information. 1. How large or small is the group? 2.Will there
be a recommended supply list available?. Is the workshop full, and or is there a waiting list?. I was not able to make Paul’s workshop schedule in Newton, Kansas several years ago due to my husband’s failing health. If everything works out, we might finally be able to meet in Italy. Looking forward to your response. C.
I just got back from Italy with Paul Jackson and 14 new friends. We traveled across Italy soaking up the culture and filling our sketch books with memories at every opportunity. Paul has a way of teaching that makes learning fun and easy. It takes a special person to persuade a group of people to meet at the crack of dawn with cameras and sketchbooks , ready to welcome the sun and be happy about the early hour. I look forward to seeing the results of this trip in Paul’s future paintings. They are sure to be spectacular. Thanks Paul for a great experience.
Would like to talk w ith you about a workshop at cheapjoes.