Gouache Painting Workshop

Gouache Painting Workshop (beginner-friendly)

📅 Date: Saturday, March 1st

⏰ Time: 5 PM – 7 PM (Gouache Happy Hour!)

📍 Location: Wondercat, Middelstegraht 89M, Leiden

Kick off your Saturday evening with a hands-on workshop exploring illustration and graphic-style painting! Join local illustrator Madelynn Romano as you dive into the playful world of acrylic gouache.

Acrylic gouache dries waterproof like acrylic paint and looks matte and flat once dry. Great for working in flat layers! This workshop will guide you through techniques that make painting with acrylic gouache fun, such as choosing the right paper, mixing water to achieve the perfect consistency, and selecting a minimal color palette for maximum impact.

What to Expect:

✨ A quick demo to introduce techniques like washes (thin layers of solid paint)

🎨 Exploring a limited color palette for bold and cohesive compositions

🌿 Painting from whimsical reference images—characters, plants, and nature!

🎨 Layering, washes, and mixed-media techniques

🖌 Plenty of time for your playful experimentation with guidance along the way

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist looking to try something new, this workshop is all about creative exploration in a welcoming space.

🥂 A glass of prosecco, tea, or coffee is included!

🖌 All materials are provided—bring your creativity!

Age Group: Adults

Language of Instruction: English

About the instructor: https://www.instagram.com/madelynn.illo/

The workshop is organized by WonderCat in cooperation with Madelynn Romano. WonderCat is a creative project and art space, gallery and art school in Leiden. The initiative hosts a variety of creative events, art education activities, classes, workshops, and art therapy sessions, aiming to foster a vibrant art community.

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