Valley Arts Council prez teaches painting at Derby Public Library

Workshop features watercolor techniques

Derby resident Rich DiCarlo helps Amy Ventura, 13, also of Derby, last week.

Stephen Philips,13, left, and his brother, Jon Philips, 12, of Seymour try their hand at watercolor painting for the first time.

Stephen Philips' painting of a snowman. Below is his brother Jon's version.

DiCarlo said he was impressed at how all six students quickly caught on to the fine art of using watercolor paints. 
The two-session workshop at the library for youths ages 12-17 was free. DiCarlo plans to teach more classes in the new year.