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• Small Art Interest Group

  • Start
    Wed, January 21, 2026
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  • End
    Wed, April 22, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    TWAL Studio, 701 Sawdust Rd., The Woodlands, TX 77380
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  This new small art interest group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month (except during holidays and summer months). This group provides participants a chance to work small in any medium, get inspired, and meet other people. 

  All levels are welcome.

  Bring your favorite art supplies and join the fun!

  Just $5 for WAL members, $10 for non-members

  Please note that this is not a class. It is a meet-up group for art lovers.

  If you have any questions, please contact Teri Valentine  at terilynn248@aol.com.

   

  
  

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• Coffee Hour & Open Studio

  • Start
    Thu, January 22, 2026
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  • End
    Thu, February 26, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    701 Sawdust Rd

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  Come join us at the studio for coffee and conversation! Come as you are or bring something to work on to our Open Studio. Thursdays at 1pm-3:30pm. 

  The Open Studio and Coffee Hour is free for members or ‘pay what you can’ for new friends. 

  Registration Required 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Watercolor for Adults and Older Teens with Muhammad Nasir

  • Start
    Sat, February 07, 2026
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  • End
    Sat, February 28, 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    TWAL Studio, 701 Sawdust, Spring, TX 77380
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Class Description: 

  This class is great for beginner and intermediate level artists. 

  Class runs 10:00am to 12:00 Saturday mornings

  Monthly - (3) 2 hour classes (Members) $142.50

  Monthly - (3) 2 hour classes (Non-Members) $157.50

  During the first session, Nasir will go over the material needed for this course. He will explain why the specific types of paper, paint, brushes, and other accessories are important for this medium. 

  
  

  Class Overview: 

  During the first few classes, students will learn the fundamentals of watercolor as a medium. This is mainly because watercolor is not like other mediums. For example, it does not have white paint, which in most mediums is used to create lighter tones. Nassir will teach students about things like paint consistency and wetness of paper and how they can impact the quality of the artwork. Nassir’s goal is to simplify these concepts through well designed exercises so that students will be able to get plenty of practice and eventually be able to produce beautiful and expressive paintings in watercolor. 

  What you will gain from this course: 

  Students will learn the basics of painting and drawing for a variety of subjects that fall under the watercolor umbrella. Students will also be trained on how to think like an artist and will develop an eye for composition, color mixing, and judging value ranges. After establishing a sound understanding about the watercolor medium and art fundamentals, students will be able to paint any desired subject, including floral, still life, portraits, landscapes, and cityscapes in watercolor. 

  Necessary Supplies for the Course (not provided by instructor): 

  ● Rough Professional Grade Cold Pressed Paper ○ 100% cotton 

  ○ 140lb, 300gms 

  ○ Block or pad size 9 x 12 (large sheets that can be cut down to desired size are also acceptable) 

  ○ Good brands include Arches, Baohong, Saunders Waterford, etc. 

  ● Professional Grade Paints ○ Yellow Ochre 

  ○ Cadmium yellow 

  ○ Alizarin Crimson 

  ○ Ultramarine Blue 

  ○ Burnt Sienna 

  ○ Neutral Tint 

  ○ White Gouache (Winsor & Newton) 

  ○ Good brands include Daniel Smith, Windsor & Newton, Holbein, etc. ■ I tend to use Daniel Smith most of the time 

  ● Brushes (Professional synthetics and hybrids) ○ No. 6, 8, and 12 Round watercolor brushes 

  ○ No 3. Rigger Brush 

  ○ 1 Inch Flat Brush 

  ○ Good brands include Princeton and Winsor & Newton 

  ● Palette ○ Watercolor palette of your choice 

  ○ Both large flat mixing surfaces and separated wells recommended 

  ● HB or 2B graphite pencil 

  ● Eraser (kneaded recommended) 

  ● Masking Fluid (Pebeo Drawing Gum) 

  ● Tracing paper 

  ● Carbon Transfer Paper 

  ● Painters tape 

  ● Board (to stretch if not working from a block) 

  ● Plenty of paper towels 

  ● Water bowl 

  ● Kitchen Foam 

  Important: 

  If you ask me what the most important item from the material list is, my answer will always be 100% cotton at least 140 lb, 300 gms professional grade cold pressed paper made by a credible brand. Investing in quality paper will save you a lot of time and money in the long run. Good quality paper is a must for the best experience above all else. 

  
  

  TWAL Class Changes, Cancellations & Refunds Policy 

                                    Effective August 1, 2025 

  • Individual instructors may have make-up policies for missed classes. Please check with your instructor.

  • If you must cancel your registration for a class, refund requests must be made via email to the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org  3 days before the first class starts.

  • Refund requests received less than 3 days before the first class are non-refundable.

  • No refunds are issued for “no shows” for classes.

  • A $10 processing fee will be deducted for a refund on any class fee.

  • Refund checks are mailed approximately 10-14 days after the class refund request is received by the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org 

  • Refunds will only be issued by checks. 

  
  

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• Paint Outs Interest Group

  • Start
    Thu, February 12, 2026
  • End
    Thu, December 03, 2026
  • Schedule
    17 sessions
  • Location
    Varies (Please See Post)

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  A paint-out is when a group of artists meet-up in a location to paint and draw together. When they meet at a scenic, inspiring outdoor location it's called a "plein air paint-out." It's a great way to share your talents, learn from others and enjoy the company!

  COST: Free! We are excited to offer this interest group at no cost to members and non-members alike!

  Please note that this is not a class. It is a meet-up group for artists.

  Most of the Plein Art Group's outdoor meet-ups this year will be held on Thursday mornings between 9:30 and 12:30. The outings being held at another day and/or time will be marked with an asterisk*.

  During the hotter months, we will make use of the TWAL studio in the late afternoons to paint from still life that will be set up around the room. On those days only, we will suggest a $5 donation to help support TWAL's rent.

  NOTE: If you will be joining us for ANY of these outings, PLEASE contact Sally Bowers (713-823-2824 ) or Nana Midcap (832-398-0214)

  
  

  TWAL 2026 Plein Air Paint-Out Schedule

  January

  January 22nd :* Paint-In (Maybe OUT?) at TWAL studio *1:00pm-4:00pm

  February

  February 12th : Landry's Restaurant at the Waterway -9:30am-12:30pm

  February 26th : Bride and Bloom Flower Shop (21123 Eva STE 100, Montgomery)*10:00am-1:00pm

  March

  March 12th :* Tomball Historical Park -9:30-12:30. *Note: This one could change. Contact Nana or Sally .

  March 26th : Sally Bower's Garden (10828 West Timberwagan Cir, 77380) -9:30am-12:30pm

  April

  April 23rd : Mercer Botanical Gardens 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd, Humble)- 9:30am-12:30pm

  May

  May 14th : Burrough's Park (9738 Hufsmith Rd, Tomball) -9:30am-12:30pm

  May 28th :* North Shore Park Nocturne (2505 Lake Woodlands Dr,) *6:00pm-8:00pm

  June

  June 25th : Still Life at TWAL studio 4:30pm-7:00pm

  July

  July 9th : Still Life at TWAL studio 4:30pm-7:00pm

  July 23rd Still Life at TWAL studio 4:30pm-7:00pm

  August

  August *6th : Still Life at TWAL studio 4:30pm-7:00pm

  August *20th : Still Life at TWAL studio 4:30pm-7:00pm

  September

  September 10th : Inspiration Ranch (33029 Wright Ln, Montgomery ) -9:30-am-12:30pm

  September 24th : Hughes Landing Nocturne *5:00pm-7:00pm-ish

  October

  October *Saturday 3rd : British Car Show Tomball * Details to come

  October 22nd : Theiss Farm Market (2008 Rayford Road, Spring) 9:30am-12:30pm

  November
  

  November 12th : Town Green Park -9:30am-12:20pm

  December

  December 3rd : Market Street Christmas Tree. Weather Permitting (time to be determined.)

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