Three-Day Workshop with Richie Vios
January 15, 16 & 17, 2026
Richie Vios, an award-winning Plein Air Watercolor artist, will host a three-day workshop for intermediate to advanced-level artists who want to learn the art of watercolor painting. The workshop will showcase how the four pillars of great painting—Shapes, Values, Edges, and Color—can be used as a device to achieve impressive watercolor results. Additionally, it will demonstrate how to simplify the watercolor process into its essential elements, guiding each artist toward a better understanding of the importance of learning watercolor consistency and mastering ultimate timing to reach their desired level of watercolor painting.
Artist Statement
I believe that the mark of a good artist is to be able to capture the different facets of life in his painting, the mood, ambiance, etc. In a sense, not just illustrating or recording what he sees but expressing what he feels.
The subject in front of me is my inspiration, complemented with my imagination, charged with my passion, and a personal artistic impression embodied in my watercolor works.
Biography
Richie N. Vios SLPAPA, AIS, SWS
Born and raised in Cebu City, Philippines, surrounded by the influence of an artistic family, Richie ventured into academia after earning a bachelor's degree in architecture in 1995, he became a university faculty member.
In 2005, Richie sought fresh prospects and moved to America, working as an architectural designer in Clearwater, Florida, for six years. Upon his return to the Philippines in 2010, he resumed his architectural practice with a vision to harmonize Western architectural principles with Southeast Asian aesthetics. During his architectural practice in the Philippines, Richie dedicated his spare time over the next seven years to honing his watercolor painting skills, a passion that now defines his artistic identity.
Reuniting with his family in Victoria, Texas, in 2018, Richie embarked on a new chapter as a watercolor impressionist and Plein Air artist, reigniting his pursuit of the American dream. Presently residing in Austin, Texas, Richie participates in Plein Air events nationwide and leads watercolor workshops to share his expertise and inspire fellow artists.
Richie is a Signature Member of LPAPA-Laguna Plein Air Painters Association, Member-SWS Southwest Watercolor Society, Member OPS-Outdoor Painters Society and Member AIS-American Impressionist Society.
To learn more about Richie and view his artwork:
HOME | Richie Vios
Workshop details
For Intermediate to Advanced level students
Richie's recommended Workshop Materials List
Watercolor Brushes:
#8 Nylon Synthetic round brush
#12 Red Sable or Taklon round brush
#18 or the biggest size you can buy Squirrel round brush
or
Buy Grabie Synthetic Squirrel Hair Set (9 Brushes)
Highly recommend Escoda Signature Synthetic Brush Set
by any of the following:
Joseph Zbukvic, Alvaro Castagnet and Amit Kapoor
Pencil:
Mechanical Pencil 0.9
Watercolor Pigments: Tube
1. Cadmium Yellow
2. Cadmium Red
3. Cerulean Blue
4. Yellow Ochre
5. Alizarin Crimson
6. Cobalt Blue
7. Burt Sienna
8. Ultra Marine Blue
9. Sepia
10. Dioxazine Violet
11. Indigo
12. Lamp Black
Special Colors:
1. Permanent White Gouache
2. Cobalt Teal
Watercolor paper:
140 lbs. cold press
Size:
Minimum of 11x14 Arches or Canson XL
I recommend Sauders Waterford
Recommended brands:
1. Daniel Smith
2. Winsor & Newton
3. Michael Harding
4. Grumbacher
5. M Graham
Note:
Buy the best watercolor professional brand that you can afford.
And handy items to have during the workshop:
1. Hair dryer
2. Foam board bigger than 11x14 size
3. Mixing Palette
4. Paper Towel
5. Water Container
6. Mr. Clean Durafoam Magic Eraser
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Online registration is required to attend.
Workshop Fee:
TWAL Members $300
Non-Members $350
16 Students Maximum
Location: The Woodlands Art League Studio
701 Sawdust Rd The Woodlands, TX 77380
Dates: January 15, 16, 17 2026
(Thursday, Friday & Saturday)
Time: 9:00am to 4:30pm each day
Lunch: Noon to 1:00pm each day
Please bring your lunch or plan to go nearby or consider ordering from Uber Eats/Doordash for delivery.
If you have any questions about this workshop, please contact TWAL Workshop Sponsor Teri Valentine at 936-203-8566 or email terilynn248@aol.com
TWAL Workshop
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Effective August 1, 2025
- Refund requests must be made via email to the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org 14 days before the first day of a workshop.
- This applies to all workshops - mini-workshops, half-day or single-day workshops and multi-day workshops.
- Refund requests received less than 14 days before the first day of the workshop are non-refundable.
- No refunds are issued for “no shows” for a workshop.
- A $75 processing fee will be deducted for a refund on any workshop fee of $150 or over.
- A $25 processing fee will be deducted for a refund on any workshop fee of less than $150.
- Refund checks are mailed approximately 10-14 days after the workshop refund request is received by the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org
- Refunds will only be issued by checks.
- In the event the League must reschedule a workshop (mini-workshops, half-day or single day workshops and multi-day workshops), every attempt will be made to reschedule the workshop and notify all registrants before a refund is made.
- If the League is unable to reschedule the workshop, a full refund by check approximately 10-14 days after the scheduled start of the workshop will be issued.
