Monday Night Muse Watercolor Workshop: Funky Faces
There’s nothing quite like a Monday night filled with laughter, creativity, and a splash of color! This week’s Monday Night Muse Watercolor Workshop was all about letting go of expectations and embracing the fun side of art. Our studio buzzed with excitement as we gathered to paint funky faces—each one inspired by an uplifting, positive quote.
Kicking Off with Inspiration
We began the night by reading and sharing interesting, empowering quotes. These words became our creative spark, guiding the direction of our watercolor portraits. Instead of aiming for realism, we let the quotes shape our faces—sometimes literally!—and encouraged everyone to interpret them in their own unique way.
Breaking the Mold: Color & Technique
To break down the barriers of drawing and painting faces, we tossed aside the traditional skin tones and facial proportions. Here’s how we made it happen:
Inventive Color Schemes: Faces in teal, magenta, lime green, and even rainbow stripes! Each artist chose colors that felt bold, expressive, and true to their chosen quote.
Playful Techniques: We experimented with wet-on-wet blending, salt textures, splatter effects, and unexpected linework. Some faces had exaggerated features, while others were whimsical abstractions.
No Rules, Just Fun: The only requirement? Have fun and let go! Laughter filled the room as we cheered each other on and marveled at the wild, wonderful faces taking shape.
Why Funky Faces?
Painting faces can feel intimidating, but by steering away from the typical color schemes and structures, we discovered how freeing and joyful it can be. Each funky face became a celebration of individuality and positivity—a reminder that art is about expression, not perfection.
A Night to Remember
By the end of the night, our tables were covered in vibrant, unconventional portraits, each one paired with a quote that brought it to life. We left with new techniques, fresh inspiration, and a renewed sense of creative confidence.
If you’re looking for a place to laugh, experiment, and break down creative barriers, join us for our next Monday Night Muse. Who knows what we’ll paint next—but you can be sure it’ll be colorful, positive, and a whole lot of fun!
