Experience level: All skill levels; ages 15+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver)
Enjoy a cozy afternoon of watercolor and holiday cheer at Merry & Bright Reindeer: Watercolor Workshop on Saturday, December 12 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Studio.
Instructor Emily Tackitt will guide students on combining the luminous beauty of watercolor with Posca paint markers for bright highlights and finish the piece with colored pencils to add texture, depth, and whimsical details that bring the reindeers to life.
With the drawing already prepared on watercolor paper, students can focus on learning new techniques, experimenting with color, and enjoying the magic of the season in a relaxed, encouraging environment. Whether they are new to watercolor or have painted before, students will leave with a festive mixed-media painting ready to brighten their holiday décor.
$115/person*. Register here. Registration closes December 5 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.
*Students should wear clothes suitable for art creation
If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.
By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.
About the instructor:
Emily Tackitt is the artist behind Moonbeam Jellyfish. She works in mixed media, blending watercolor, acrylic, gouache, ink, drawing, and collage to create whimsical, fantasy-inspired artwork. Her creative process is playful and intuitive, often guided by curiosity, storytelling, and a sense of magic. Her classes are designed to be supportive and accessible, encouraging students to build confidence through thoughtful, step-by-step creative practice.
About the Farms
The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, outdoor education, science, storytelling, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.
