The Farms: Watercolor Workshop

Experience Level: Beginner

Practice some beginning watercolor techniques at a Watercolor Workshop on Saturday, May 2 from 3-3:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House.

Instructor Emily Tackitt will guide students in a brief 30-minute workshop creating watercolor backgrounds. Creations can then be used for various projects like greeting cards, wall décor, or even bookmarks!

$5/person. Register here. Registration will close May 2 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. 

This workshop is part of The Farms Spring Market, featuring additional folk school instructors talking about and selling their creations. Learn more here.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email 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 and works in mixed media, blending watercolor, acrylic, gouache, ink, drawing, and collage to create whimsical, fantasy-inspired artwork. With a process that is playful and intuitive, Emily is often guided by curiosity, storytelling, and whatever feels magical in the moment. Her classes are designed to feel supportive and accessible, encouraging students to build confidence through a thoughtful, step-by-step creative practice.