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Spend 90 minutes painting an iconic schooner on Annapolis’ City Dock with a local watercolorist. This outdoor, beginner‑friendly class provides supplies, guidance, and a one‑of‑a‑kind souvenir framed by Chesapeake light.
Spend 90 minutes painting an iconic schooner on Annapolis’ City Dock with a local watercolorist. This outdoor, beginner‑friendly class provides supplies, guidance, and a one‑of‑a‑kind souvenir framed by Chesapeake light.
The morning breeze off the Severn nudges your easel; gulls circle and distant rigging clinks as you lift a waterbrush to a pre‑sketched schooner. The class gathers on benches and folding chairs at City Dock, teacher Em Campbell calling out simple steps while the harbor arranges a living reference—sail covers, varnished wood, and the constant movement of small craft.
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Operated by Em Campbell Watercolor Workshops · Annapolis, Maryland
The morning breeze off the Severn nudges your easel; gulls circle and distant rigging clinks as you lift a waterbrush to a pre‑sketched schooner. The class gathers on benches and folding chairs at City Dock, teacher Em Campbell calling out simple steps while the harbor arranges a living reference—sail covers, varnished wood, and the constant movement of small craft.
Annapolis wears its history on brick sidewalks and Federal‑era facades. Once Maryland’s colonial capital and now host to the U.S. Naval Academy, the town’s maritime culture shapes the view—tides move through Spa Creek into the Chesapeake, and local boatbuilders left a visual language that watercolor captures well. The park where the class meets sits on tidally influenced shoreline; light bounces off the bay and shifts dramatically during a single session, so timing and observation become part of the lesson.
Practically, expect 90 minutes of guided, outdoors instruction with all supplies provided and a pre‑sketched boat to speed you into painting. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a light jacket—wind and shade alter comfort quickly. The session is suitable for ages 10+, accessible to most mobility levels, and best scheduled morning or late afternoon for softer light and fewer tourists. Pack a refillable water bottle, keep paint scraps and paper waste in your bag, and plan to stroll the nearby historic streets after class; the handmade piece you take home makes a compact memory of Annapolis’ sailing life.
Yes—premium watercolor paper, mess‑free waterbrushes, and paints are included in the class fee.
Children aged 10 and up are welcome; classes require the ability to sit or stand for about 20 minutes at a time.
The operator cancels in poor weather; full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance per the policy.
The meeting area near Knighton Garage and the park are wheelchair accessible; contact the operator ahead for specific accommodations.
Em Campbell Watercolor Workshops operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The morning breeze off the Severn nudges your easel; gulls circle and distant rigging clinks as you lift a waterbrush to a pre‑sketched schooner. The class gathers on benches and folding chairs at City Dock, teacher Em Campbell calling out simple steps while the harbor arranges a living reference—sail covers, varnished wood, and the constant movement of small craft.
The morning breeze off the Severn nudges your easel; gulls circle and distant rigging clinks as you lift a waterbrush to a pre‑sketched schooner. The class gathers on benches and folding chairs at City Dock, teacher Em Campbell calling out simple steps while the harbor arranges a living reference—sail covers, varnished wood, and the constant movement of small craft.
Annapolis wears its history on brick sidewalks and Federal‑era facades. Once Maryland’s colonial capital and now host to the U.S. Naval Academy, the town’s maritime culture shapes the view—tides move through Spa Creek into the Chesapeake, and local boatbuilders left a visual language that watercolor captures well. The park where the class meets sits on tidally influenced shoreline; light bounces off the bay and shifts dramatically during a single session, so timing and observation become part of the lesson.
Practically, expect 90 minutes of guided, outdoors instruction with all supplies provided and a pre‑sketched boat to speed you into painting. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a light jacket—wind and shade alter comfort quickly. The session is suitable for ages 10+, accessible to most mobility levels, and best scheduled morning or late afternoon for softer light and fewer tourists. Pack a refillable water bottle, keep paint scraps and paper waste in your bag, and plan to stroll the nearby historic streets after class; the handmade piece you take home makes a compact memory of Annapolis’ sailing life.