What happens when you give watercolor permission to misbehave? Tracy Lynn Ross will explore the pros and cons of painting on watercolor canvas versus traditional watercolor paper. Using wet-on-wet techniques and granulating pigments, she’ll create unexpected textures and organic “magic,” that let those happy accidents inspire the development of a realistic image. Tracy will demonstrate embracing spontaneity while bringing intention and technique to the painting process. Come see what happens when spontaneity, imagination, and watercolor work together!

Biography

An award-winning water colorist, Tracy Lynn Ross has been immersed in art since childhood. Growing up, she began her studies in a Japanese school where early exposure to creative traditions shaped a lifelong passion for painting. Beginning with oils at a young age, Tracy Lynn always embraced new media and techniques, carrying forward a spirit of curiosity as a lifelong learner. Today, watercolor is her primary medium,in which fluid brushwork and layered luminosity define a distinctive style.

Recognized for artistic excellence, Tracy Lynn is a Signature Member of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, and has reached Saguaro status with the Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild. She shares her knowledge through demonstrations, teaching, and community events. Each painting reflects not only years of practice but also an enduring joy in discovery and creation.