Introduction to Vermont artist and instructor Tony Conner

About My Classes & Workshops

ONLINE CLASSES

All online classes consist of a variety of works that promote real learning:

  • a weekly email with info for the upcoming session

  • some pre-class 'homework'

  • a recorded critique of the pre-class work 

  • recorded live class sessions 

ONLINE CLASS RESOURCES

Online classes include access to multiple learning resources, available during the class and for 60 days after the class finishes

  • weekly class info sheet

  • online Class Page

  • recorded weekly critique

  • recordings of live classes

It is my earnest desire to help every student to learn quickly and grow into the artist they want to be.

My classes feature ideas and approaches that are different from those that can easily be found elsewhere. We take a step-by-step skill building method that includes weekly critiques with individual feedback.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

BASIC WATERCOLOR INFO INCLUDING SUGGESTED WATERCOLOR PAINTING SUPPLIES 

SUGGESTED READING LIST

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How To Paint Clouds & Skies

ONE DAY WORKSHOP

SATURDAY, AUGUST 23RD - 1 TO 4PM US EASTERN TIME

LIMITED ENROLLMENTS

ONLY 8 WORKSHOP SEATS AVAILABLE

Plein Air Painting Workshop

Peaks Island, Maine

OCTOBER 14 - 18, 2026

One - Day Workshops

These single session online workshops dive into a single subject showing techniques and methods that give beautiful results!

Workshops are offered on Saturdays - 1 to 4pm. Date for each workshop is shown below. Classes are recorded and available for 30 days beyond class date.

Each class is $63.

How To Paint Autumn Trees and Foliage

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 - 1 to 4pm

Fall landscapes and autumn trees are popular subjects. Learn how to paint the season, its beautiful color and golden glow.

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How To Paint Water

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2025 - 1 to 4pm

Water is a prominent feature in many landscape scenes. Although it’s tricky, there are ways to get the right look with little effort.

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How To Paint Birch Trees In Snow

SATURDAY, November 15, 2025 - 1 to 4pm

There are few subjects that watercolor artists love more than birch trees in winter. The attraction is the drama of bright winter sunlight, shadowed bark and long shadows on snow.

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Online Classes

Multi-week online classes that deep dive into interesting topics and subjects for watercolor painting

Composing With The Masters

FOR ANY SKILL LEVEL ABOVE BEGINNER

Watercolor painting of sailboats on calm water with cloudy sky, two people working on a boat named 'Lizzie' in the foreground.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

ONLINE CLASS : 12 weeks, - Mondays, January 5 - March 23, 2026

Two Live Sessions Each Monday- Morning And Evening - Attend One Or the Other

Did you ever look at a great painting and wonder how they did that?

This class will show you how they did it and how you can apply composition ideas from the masters to your own work.

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$475.00

Explore The Vignette

FOR ANY SKILL LEVEL ABOVE BEGINNER

A watercolor painting of a glass with a brown-colored beverage, reflecting on a surface.

ONLINE CLASS : 4 weeks, - Mondays, October 13 - November 3

6 SEATS REMAIN

LEARN TO CREATE VIGNETTES AND STRENGTHEN YOUR TWO-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN

The vignette is an interesting and useful way of composing a painting emphasizing design and focusing on subject.

Vignette compositions were once held in esteem and were seen in many prestigious exhibits. Although they have lost favor as exhibition subjects, the underlying principles of their design make them challenging and will expand and develop your composition skills.

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$220.00

Paint The Winter Landscape

FOR ANY SKILL LEVEL ABOVE BEGINNER

A watercolor painting of a winter scene featuring a rustic red barn, leafless trees, a snow-covered ground, and a distant blue sky.

ONLINE CLASS : 4 weeks, - Mondays, November 17 - December 8, 2025

4 SEATS REMAIN

Our subjects will be various snow-covered landscape scenes. Most will include both natural and man-made elements.

THIS CLASS HAS A SPECIAL EMPHASIS EMPHASIS ON THE QUALITY AND CHARACTER OF WINTER LIGHT AND SHADOWS ON SNOW.

CLASS INFO, TUTORIALS AND RECORDINGS REMAIN AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE LAST SESSION.

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$220.00

Watercolor painting of a rural landscape with a dirt road, green fields, trees, distant hills, and a red barn in the background under a cloudy sky.

Watercolor Mastery Class

A DEEP DIVE INTO THE ART OF WATERCOLOR

Become the watercolor artist you want to be!

Learn the things that masters know.

The Watercolor Mastery class dives deep into the techniques and skills needed to transform your paintings, develop your personal style, and build your confidence!

Explore the secrets of dynamic composition, expressive color mixing, and learn tips & techniques you won’t get anywhere else!

Watercolor Mastery will show you how to elevate your artistry and unlock the full potential of watercolor!

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What Other Students Say

“I’ve taken several watercolor workshops, some taught by prominent and well known artists. Tony’s workshop was by far the best in its quality, approach, and teaching style. The small class format facilitated learning.”

Jane C. Setauket, NY

“I have learned more in this two-day workshop, than in all other watercolor classes I’ve taken.”

Rita S. Northampton, MA

Overall, the three days were amazing. I find myself looking at everything in terms of value.

Anne C. Bloomfield, NJ

“Thought there was a perfect balance between theory & practice. The points you wanted to stress were given clearly & concisely. You are so passionate about your work. I have come home energized & enthusiastic – which is exactly what I wanted from the workshop.”

Susan. H. Saline, MI

“It was an informative, fun and well presented class. The group was lovely and staying onsite made it so relaxing.”

Mary S. Glens Falls, NY

“Tony is a wonderful, knowledgeable teacher who shares with warmth and humor.

Jackie M. New York, NY