PRIVATE CLASSES

In addition to the current classes posted below, I offer private watercolor instruction from my studio based on schedule availability. My private instruction rate is $250 for a three-hour session. Art materials are not included. My studio is located in Jacksonville, Florida’s Riverside neighborhood—at the CoRK Arts District, 603 King Street.

TESTIMONIALS

“Robert Leedy is an accomplished, award-winning watercolorist and a great teacher. He’s articulate and generous in sharing his wide-ranging knowledge of watercolor techniques – all in an effort to encourage students to enhance their own styles, rather than mimic his.”
– Jessie Cook, Student

“Robert Leedy’s use of color, technique, and fun composition captured my imagination. I learned so much not only about watercolor technique but also color and composition. His critiques have always been positive and very constructive and he has encouraged me to love to keep painting. Painting with Robert is always fun as he has a great sense of humor and sweet disposition.”
– Rebbecca Mentz, Student

“I started Robert’s classes relatively new to art, much less watercolor. Robert pushed me (gently!) to become an intermediate painter. He is positive, charming and a great storyteller. If you have a chance to take lessons from him, I encourage you to do so and I know you will enjoy the experience!”
– Connie Slimmon, Student

2025 WORKSHOPS

The link for “Watercolor at the Castle”, a weeklong immersive watercolor workshop in France has its own page.

SPRING/SUMMER 2025 PLEIN AIR & STUDIO WATERCOLOR CLASSES

This is not a complete listing of the classes available for 2025. This is a list of current classes; more will be posted as classes are created. Sign up for my newsletter below or in the Stay Connected link above to keep up with classes becoming available.

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PLEIN AIR CLASSES

No Plein Air Classes are currently offered. Check back periodically as new ones may be posted.

STUDIO CLASSES

INTERMEDIATE SATURDAYS: Watercolor with Robert Leedy
Two Summer Sessions

Fun Time in the Summertime!

Join us for Watercolor for Life, a popular and dynamic intermediate watercolor class designed to elevate your skills and deepen your love for this versatile medium. The class is perfect for artists looking to refine their technique, build confidence, and explore new creative possibilities.

Robert Leedy will guide you through this course, working with composition & design, developing a value range, and mastering color mixing. We will work with preserving the white of the paper, color mingling, discovering interesting grays created through color complements, and the art of color mingling and glazing to create complexity and visual interest in your paintings.

We will work from still lifes in the studio as well as photographs, providing diverse opportunities to practice and apply your skills. A good foundation in drawing is a plus, and prior watercolor experience is necessary—either through previous classes or confident skills in other painting mediums.

Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, experiment with new approaches, or simply enjoy the process of watercolor painting, this class will inspire and challenge you. Don’t miss out - this class fills quickly!

Robert designs these classes as continuous learning sessions to keep students painting actively. He strives for minimal repetition and keeps the classes interesting and challenging.

Summer Session One

WHEN: SATURDAYS, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
DATES: May 31st, June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, and July 12th
PLEASE NOTE: NO CLASS ON JULY 5th.
WHERE: CoRK Arts District, CoRK North Building, Main Gallery, 603 King Street (Corner, Phyllis Street), Jacksonville, Florida 32204.
DURATION: 6 weeks
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
SUPPLIES: Not Included. Upon registration, a materials list is provided for you.
PRICE: $200

CONTACT ME IF THE CLASS IS MARKED AS “SOLD,” AND I CAN PUT YOU ON A WAITING LIST IN CASE THERE ARE ANY CANCELLATIONS.

Summer Session Two

WHEN: SATURDAYS, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
DATES: July 26th, August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and September 6th.
PLEASE NOTE: NO CLASS ON AUGUST 30th.
WHERE: CoRK Arts District, CoRK North Building, Main Gallery, 603 King Street (Corner, Phyllis Street), Jacksonville, Florida 32204.
DURATION: 6 weeks
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
SUPPLIES: Not Included. Upon registration, a materials list is provided for you.
PRICE: $200

CONTACT ME IF THE CLASS IS MARKED AS “SOLD,” AND I CAN PUT YOU ON A WAITING LIST IN CASE THERE ARE ANY CANCELLATIONS.