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Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Sunday 29 June
Argyle Forest Blvd - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Emparan
Join us for a fun and relaxing Watercolor for Beginners workshop, where you'll learn basic techniques like color blending, brush strokes, and washes. Perfect for those new to painting, this class will guide you step-by-step to create your own beautiful watercolor art.
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$49      
Spring Flowers and Leaves

Spring Flowers and Leaves

Sunday 27 July
Old middleburg Rd. S, Jacksonville FL, 32222 - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Emparan
Celebrate the season with our Spring Flowers and Leaves painting event, where you'll create vibrant illustrations of blooming florals and lush greenery. Practice painting easy tulips, daisies, and green leaves.Perfect for all skill levels, this session captures the beauty of spring in every brushstroke
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$49      
Exploring Color Blending and Basic Washes

Exploring Color Blending and Basic Washes

Sunday 31 August
Argyle Forest Blvd - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Emparan
Join us for a creative afternoon and learn how to blend colors seamlessly and apply simple washes for backgrounds.
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$49      

Painting Simple Flowers

Painting Simple Flowers

Sunday 28 September
Argyle Forest Blv - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Emparan
Join us for a relaxing session of painting simple, elegant florals designed for artists of all skill levels.Learn how to create easy flowers using basic brush strokes.
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$49      
Painting Plants and Flowers in Watercolor

Painting Plants and Flowers in Watercolor

Sunday 26 October
Argyle Forest Blvd - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Diana Emparan
Join us for a relaxing "Painting Plants and Flowers in Watercolor" workshop, where you'll learn techniques to capture nature's beauty with soft, vibrant watercolors. Perfect for all skill levels, this class will guide you through creating delicate floral and botanical masterpieces.
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$49      
Painting Fruits

Painting Fruits

Sunday 30 November
Argyle Forest Blvd - 10am - 2 Hours
Diana Emparan
Get creative with our Painting Fruits session, where you'll learn to illustrate vibrant fruits like oranges, apples, and other tasty snacks. This fun and engaging event is perfect for artists of all levels looking to add a splash of color to their artwork!
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Saturday 21 June
San Marco - 8pm - 2 Hours
Jacksonville Photography Group
Kimberly Halbrook
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.

Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 05 July
Downtown Jacksonville - 5pm - 3 Hours
Jacksonville Photography Group
Kimberly Halbrook
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$98       2 places left
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 12 July
Greater Arlington area - 10am - 3 Hours
Jacksonville Crochet Club
Marie Niesse
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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$78      

Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 19 July
Downtown, Jacksonville - 5pm - 2 Hours
Jacksonville Photography Group
Kimberly Halbrook
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$49      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 02 August
Downtown, Jacksonville - 4:30pm - 3 Hours
Jacksonville Photography Group
Kimberly Halbrook
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$98      
Light Trails Photography

Light Trails Photography

Saturday 16 August
Downtown - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Jacksonville Photography Group
Kimberly Halbrook
Join us for an enchanting evening of light trails. Witness the mesmerizing dance of moving lights and immerse yourself in a captivating display of motion and color.

Join us and learn how to capture light trails. Open to beginners!
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$47      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 06 September
Downtown, Jacksonville - 4:30pm - 3 Hours
Jacksonville Photography Group
Kimberly Halbrook
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$98      
ABOUT JACKSONVILLE
ART
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere, and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials which can be anything from pencils or pastels, to watercolour or oils.

If you are a complete beginner all you need to start are a couple of good drawing pencils, a rubber, and a drawing pad.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Facebook Group here to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.

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Our meetups and classes are limited to a max of 12 people
REVIEWS
I had a lot of fun and really did learn some new techniques. I?ll definitely be taking other courses in the future
5/5
Susan
2024-11-17
The saturday of the event, i was unable to make it due to health issues, however, the instructor reached out to me to find out how i was doing and to reschedule another day time to work on the art project. The instructor was very kind, and concerned about me receiving the art instruction i registered for as well as my health. I will definitely sign up for classes with this group again. Thank you 🙏 very kindly!
5/5
Heidi
2024-10-27
This was a great class!
5/5
Kim
2024-10-27

Diana was a fantastic instructor! I would like to take additional classes with her.
5/5
Andrea
2024-10-06
The class was very informative and the instructor was very knowledgeable and pleasant. Looking forward to going back to the next class.
5/5
John
2024-10-06
What I enjoyed the most about the event was the opportunity to meet two talented local artists. It was a casual encounter, which is why the focus was more centered on the artworks of the group members, which wasn't exactly what I had in mind. Engaging in conversations with them about their techniques and concepts was a valuable experience that enriched my understanding of art. We share some time together and did a bit of drawing.
5/5
Oliver
2023-07-20

ARTISTS
Diana Emparan
I have over five years of experience and have developed a passion for bringing watercolor paintings to life through delicate, nature-inspired artwork. Originally from Chile and now based in the USA, I draw inspiration from my surroundings and use soft washes and vibrant hues to create pieces that evoke emotion and connection. Additionally, I am an experienced educator and am excited to share my love for painting through weekend classes and workshops.

Diana Emparan is available for private bookings

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PHOTOS
Jacksonville Art Group
2024-10-07
Jacksonville Art Group
2025-05-14
Title or Location: Quiet Grace
I met her on a busy February afternoon at Busch Gardens in Tampa ? a day full of noise, rides, crowds, and motion.In the middle of it all, she felt like a quiet island of grace.Back home, I kept returning to that photo. There was something in the way she held herself ? strength wrapped in calm, maybe even acceptance.I wanted to hold on to that moment.
Credit: Anna Abramskaya
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B6btPD42X/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Instagram: @anna.abramskaya.art
Sacramento Art Group
2025-06-13

Jacksonville Art Group
2025-05-07
Title or Location: Bowl of Lemons and Vase
Currently residing in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Julianna O'Hara is affiliated with various art organizations. She paints almost daily and works primarily from life. Lately, she has become particularly interested in capturing the beauty of interior still-life scenes composed of family heirlooms and flowers from her garden. Julianna has paintings in private collections in the US, UK, Asia, Australia, Germany, and Ireland
Credit: Julianna O'Hara
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliannaoharafineart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliannaohara/
Tampa Art Group
2025-06-10
Jacksonville Art Group
2025-04-28
Title or Location: Fantine
Fantine is a character in Les Miserables, an epic historical novel by Victor Hugo, published in 1862 with a setting in France. It's a favorite story and movie of mine that is unforgetable. Fantine was a factory worker and prostitute who had to sell her hair to buy her daughter a coat. She was arrested for defending herself from an abusive man and ended up in jail. She was fired from her job and facing further hardship, she lost hope. She also suffers from TB and later dies.The painting
Credit: Gwen Whitman
Facebook: Gwen Whitman

Tampa Art Group
2025-06-10
Jacksonville Art Group
2025-04-22
Title or Location: Contemplation
After a very long break from traditional portrait drawing ? nearly two decades ? I finally decided to return. I knew I needed a face that quietly resonated with something in me, something gentle and searching. This portrait became a symbol of that reconnection. The softness and stillness reflect the kind of emotion I?m drawn to ? subtle, inward, sincere. And it feels deeply right to return to the space of human faces again, with all their feelings, expressions, and inner worlds.
Credit: Anna Abramskaya
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16JJE3mx3p/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna.abramskaya.art?igsh=Nm9tczcwZGFobjNk&utm_source=qr
Honolulu Art Group
2025-06-03

Jacksonville Art Group
2025-04-14
Title or Location: Echoes of the Wetlands
The quiet majesty of the sandhill crane is captured amidst the softly textured landscape drawing focus to the elegance of the crane and inspired by the natural beauty and stillness of the Florida wetlands. This work represents both strength and serenity in the wild and was inspired by a close encounter with a sandhill crane family in the Northeast Florida area the artist calls home. Artist, Jeannie Chapman discovered her skills during the Covid-19 pandemic as a means of therapy and self care f
Credit: Jeannie Chapman
Tucson Art Group
2025-05-21
Jacksonville Art Group
2024-03-11
Title or Location: P. Tom's View
My grandfather started the first ice-cream company in Chicago. Delivering ice-cream to corner drug stores by horse and buggy. I recently visited the area where the factory was and loved the old brick buildings. I thought about all the stories and history that happened in these old structures. Everyone has a different story and background and sees the world distorted with their own backgrounds and understating of the world. Please take a look at this city. What stories unfold? What do you see? I
Credit: Mark Coyne Goodman
Facebook: Mark Goodman
Instagram: markiegoodman

Adelaide Art Group
2025-05-21
Exeter Art Group
2025-06-12
Title or Location: Finding Peace
The location is Budleigh Salterton, Devon, UK.Combination of three different images: the sea, the boat, and the pebbles. The pebbles on the beach typically look uniformly grey. However, for this painting and a series of similar ones, I've exaggerated the colour saturation of the pebbles and super-imposed as the foreground for contrast against the background and middle-ground. "Finding Peace" for those struggling with mental illness impacting their lives.
Credit: Gary Cregan
Facebook: @Gary Cregan
Adelaide Art Group
2025-05-21

Southampton Art Group
2025-06-11
Title or Location: Polly
This is a portrait of my daughter?s ragdoll Polly. My daughter grew up and left home and Polly sat for many years waiting patiently for her return. Grandchildren have now arrived and Polly is once again a part of the family.30 x 24 cm oil on panel
Credit: Lian Fry
Instagram: Instagram.com/lianfryart
Adelaide Art Group
2025-05-20
Glasgow Art Group
2025-06-11
Title or Location: Bird
I made this for a lovely friends daughter who had to move from her flat in Edinburgh as the landlord was selling up . It didn?t really give her long to get something else especially in Edinburgh so she moved out the city to a house she could afford . She has a disabled son who she shares the responsibility of looking after with her ex partner. So she had to really start again , so I said I would make her a welcome sign with birds on it as she?s also a DJ in Edinburgh who goes by the name of Bird
Credit: Alison Mcleary Maxwell

Knoxville Art Group
2025-05-20
Las Vegas Art Group
2025-06-11
Title or Location: Majestic Spirit
I was interested in challenging my hand at painting a subject with fine detail. I wanted to capture the strength and resilience I saw in this image. I also wanted to combine my love of nature with my love of artistic expression.
Credit: Wanda Mayers
Knoxville Art Group
2025-05-12

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