An Evening With People With Lee Wee Xian
Join renowned watercolour artist and educator Lee Wee Xian for a captivating workshop that explores the art of painting expressive portraits in the quiet glow of dusk. Discover how subtle light, shifting shadows, and gentle colour transitions can transform a simple portrait into an evocative, atmospheric work of art.
Through Lee’s signature techniques, you will learn how to capture mood, depth, and emotion as daylight fades and soft evening tones shape the face in unexpected ways.
What You'll Learn
Watercolour Techniques for Dusk Portraits
Understand how to build skin tones under low light conditions, control washes, and layer transparent colour to achieve luminosity and depth.
Light & Shadow Mastery
Learn to interpret and paint directional evening light, using contrast to sculpt facial features and create dimension.
Capturing Expression & Mood
Explore how subtle shifts in value and colour temperature can communicate feeling, intimacy, and atmosphere.
Creating Compelling Portrait Compositions
Develop balanced compositions that draw attention to the subject while allowing background tones to support the emotional narrative.
This Workshop Is Ideal For
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Artists of all levels interested in portraiture.
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Watercolour painters seeking to explore atmospheric lighting.
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Creatives who want to add emotional depth and storytelling to their portraits.
About The Subject
This watercolour theme focuses on portraiture during dusk, a time when natural light softens and shadows lengthen, creating rich tonal contrasts and quiet drama. The fading daylight introduces cooler hues and gentle warmth that subtly contour the face. Rather than relying on sharp detail, the emphasis is on suggestion, fluid transitions, and expressive brushwork. By carefully balancing values and colour temperature, artists will learn to let light emerge naturally from shadow, capturing a sense of stillness, intimacy, and quiet emotion.
About The Artist
Lee Wee Xian blends his passions for education and art, specialising in captivating watercolours. Despite a Master's in biomedical science, his artistic journey thrives on manipulating light, water, and pigments to breathe life into his work. A member of the Watercolor Society and frequent exhibitor, Wee Xian's distinct style and emotive expressions invite viewers to rediscover the beauty of everyday moments and find wonder in the overlooked.
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Materials Provided
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Join a group of art enthusiasts who have grown with us over the past 10 years.
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Terms & Conditions
Cancellation Policy
Refunds are not available for participants who choose to withdraw from the workshop after registration. However, Overjoyed reserves the right to amend or cancel the workshop at any time. In the event of a workshop cancellation by Overjoyed, all registered participants will receive a full refund and prior notification.Event Time and Cancellation
TASA Gallery reserves the right to modify the event time or cancel the event in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified promptly of any changes or cancellations.- Minimum Participation Requirement
A minimum of participants is required for the workshop to proceed. In the case of cancellation due to insufficient registration, paid participants will be notified at least 1 day in advance and will receive a full refund. - Cleanliness Responsibility
To ensure a pleasant experience for all future participants, we kindly request that all workshop attendees cooperate in keeping the event space clean and tidy after use. Photography and Video Recording Consent
Overjoyed may capture photographs and videos during the workshop. By registering, you grant consent for your image or likeness to be included in these materials for promotional purposes, such as on our website, social media channels, or printed marketing materials.