Judy Mudd Classes and Workshops General Watercolor Supply List

This list is only a guideline and may change slightly depending upon the class or workshop. Any changes will be noted on individual workshop pages on my website. You do not need to purchase all the paints and brushes listed here, especially if you are a seasoned painter and have supplies on hand. If you are an absolute beginner, to get started, you will need basic supplies which are marked with an asterisk (*).

*General watercolor supplies: _#2 or 2B pencil or mechanical pencil _kneaded eraser _paper towels _an old cloth towel or sponge _1” masking tape (beige 3M or Duck brand, avoid colored tape) _water pump sprayer (like an old hair spray container) _plastic water container (at least l quart size) _watercolor palette with a lid and large mixing surface _lightweight, firm waterproof board for your paper, sized larger than your paper (eg. Sealed foamcore, gatorboard, plastic sign board, art board) _Something to prop up your painting on the table approx. 30 degrees such as x-large doorstops, aluminum foil box, etc. _If you have a table easel, you are welcome to bring it, but it is not required.

*Paper: Arches Cold Press or Rough, 140# paper sheet, quartered or approx. 11x15” size.

Brushes: 90% of my painting is done with a large, round brush, either a sable or synthetic blend

*Synthetic Round Brush: My favorites are #6, #8, #12 Princeton Velvetouch Long Rounds but any large round brush with a good point will work.

Squirrel Mop or Quill: #4, #6 or #8 for glazing or washes, great for skies and most large areas such as fields, buildings, roads.

Rigger/Liner/Needlepoint Brushes: #2 or #4 used for fine line work—limbs, fences, grasses

Lifting brushes - Flat Nylon Bristle Brush : 1/4 to 1/2 inch size in width (a stiff nylon brush used for oils/acrylics, eg.Connoisseur Pure Synthetic Bristle Brush)

Flats: ½ inch or 1 inch, I rarely use these, but some find them easier for fence posts, buildings, etc.

*Artist Quality Tube Watercolor Paints (eg. Daniel Smith, Winsor Newton, Holbein, M. Graham, and others) If you are a beginner, these 6 paint colors will get you started and allow you to mix many other colors. *Quinacridone Gold (or Gamboge, New Gamboge) *Aureolin Yellow (or Cobalt Yellow) *Cobalt Blue *Ultramarine Blue (or Indanthrane Blue, French Ultramarine) *Scarlet Lake *Permanent Alizarin Crimson (or Carmine)

Other Paint Colors on my Palette. Almost all are Daniel Smith except where noted: Raw Sienna (or Yellow Ochre, Mars Yellow) Permanent Rose (or Quinacridone Rose) Cerulean Blue Cobalt Violet Light (Holbein) Permanent Brown (or Brown Madder) Burnt Sienna (or Quinacridone Burnt Orange) Dioxazine Violet (also called Permanent Violet) Cobalt Turquoise Phthalo Turquoise Cadmium Red Light (or Pyrrol Red, Pyrrol Scarlet) Sap Green (or Viridian, Hookers Green) Cadmium Yellow Lamp Black Cadmium Orange (or Pyrrol Orange) Neutral Tint Lavender (Daniel Smith or Holbein) Chinese White or White Gouache (for effects) Horizon Blue (Holbein) Jeune Brilliant #1 (Holbein)

Masking Fluid: Masquepen Super Nib, it has a built-in applicator which makes it easy to apply. I use Lukas Aquarell, Pebeo or Winsor Newton masking fluid.

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser (with wavy ridges): This sponge, found in the cleaning aisle of the grocery, can add soft edged effects or do miracles to save a painting. Photos: I usually have reference photos or you can bring your own photos of subjects you want to paint. See individual class and workshop descriptions on my website (www.JudyMudd.com) for special instructions. Avoid copyrighted material such as magazines and calendars.

iPad: If you have an iPad or similar device feel free to bring it. They work great for photographing reference photos or demo photos to use at your table.

Notebook and pen: I encourage taking notes because they worked for me. However, some students may do better just following along. You decide what works for you.

Any questions? Email me at [email protected] I look forward to painting with you! Judy