Cindy Briggs' workshops are focused on developing your own style and building confidence as you develop a deeper understanding of design and watercolor techniques. She creates an enriching and positive atmosphere for all levels of artists. Discover her process from start to finish to create paintings with dramatic light, jazzed up harmonious colors, and captivating compositions.
2 sessions from January 13 to 15, 2026
Upcoming Session:
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET
Explore how light and atmosphere shape expressive landscape paintings in this two-session evening studio course with Cindy Briggs. Learn to create luminous depth using flowing washes, layered values, and subtle edges in an interactive online format.
Hosted by Cindy Briggs with Smithsonian Studio Arts
Saturday, February 21, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET
Location: This online program is presented on Zoom.
Spend the day learning how to capture your experiences through quick, expressive watercolor journaling using flowing lines and painterly color. In this one-day online workshop, award-winning watercolor artist Cindy Briggs will guide you through techniques ideal for travel journals, studies, and finished fine art.
Experience the beauty of Old Florida at the Forgotten Coast en Plein Air Workshop with Cindy Briggs. Enjoy a creative day of watercolor journaling, sketching, and plein air painting in Port St. Joe, Florida.
Join artists Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling for a Watercolor and Journaling Retreat in Scotland, July 15–22, 2026. Enjoy daily watercolor sessions, guided journaling, and creative exploration amid castles, lochs, and charming villages. This all-inclusive retreat offers art, travel, connection, and inspiration in the heart of Scotland.
Experience the magic of France on the Watercolor Workshop in Provence with artists Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling, September 1–8, 2026. Paint sunlit villages, explore Provençal markets, and enjoy gourmet French cuisine — a creative getaway blending art, culture, and inspiration in the heart of Provence.
Join watercolor artists Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling for an unforgettable 8-day creative retreat in the heart of Provence, France. Paint sunlit scenes, explore charming villages, and indulge in gourmet experiences with like-minded artists.
with Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling
October 12 – 16, 2026
Join Cindy Briggs & Theresa Goesling at MISA West for a Vibrant Watercolor Painting retreat with plein air and studio sessions for all skill levels.
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December 15 - 22, 2026
Set sail on a magical 7-night Christmas Markets River Cruise Watercolor Workshop with Cindy Briggs from December 15–22, 2026. Explore and paint charming holiday towns along the Rhine through the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Switzerland.
Join artists Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling for a Plein Air Watercolor Workshop in Italy, April 30–May 7, 2027. Immerse yourself in Italian culture as you paint luminous landscapes, sketch charming piazzas, and explore expressive watercolor techniques surrounded by art, beauty, and inspiration.
