The Watercolor Process

Discover the secrets to mastering watercolor painting with this comprehensive online course! Learn from expert instruction and unlock your artistic potential.

This watercolor course breaks down the painting process into five distinct approaches, inspired by the techniques of renowned watercolor masters. You'll gain invaluable insights into layering, transparency, and opacity – essential skills for any aspiring artist.

Here's what you'll explore:

• Foundational Concepts: Build a strong base understanding of watercolor techniques, including the crucial difference between transparent and opaque paints and how they impact layering. Reinforce your knowledge with practical, hands-on activities.
• Preparing to Paint: Master the essential preparatory stages, from effective underdrawing to strategic color planning. Learn how to set yourself up for success before you even touch a brush.
• The Five Painting Processes: The heart of the course! Experience the power of watercolor painting through five unique approaches. You'll paint the same scene five times, using different methods, to understand the impact of each technique. This practical approach allows you to visually analyze and understand the nuances of each method.
• Personalized Painting Style: Conclude the course by creating a formal painting using your preferred process and composition. Discover which watercolor technique resonates with your artistic personality and style.

This course is packed with over four hours of engaging lecture content, fifteen+ hands-on student activities, and helpful downloadable handouts. You'll be guided step-by-step through each stage of the watercolor painting process, ensuring a clear and rewarding learning experience.

Don't just paint – understand your paint! Students rave about this course:

"Wow! Just amazing!!! Great content and such beautiful work from the instructor." - Cynthia P.

"Jill paints the same scene five times using five different approaches. FIVE times! It's very insightful to watch and very practical, with lots of activities too. Very highly recommended." - Natalie L.

Start your journey to becoming a confident watercolor artist today!