Watercolor Fundamentals: Water Control and Shape

Master the Fundamentals of Watercolor Painting: Water Control & Shape

Unlock your watercolor potential with this class focused on two essential skills: water control and shape creation. These are the building blocks for beautiful and expressive watercolor art, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique.

Water Control: The Key to Stunning Watercolor Effects

Learn to harness the power of water to achieve a range of effects in your watercolor paintings. This section covers:

• Adding & Removing Water: Discover the techniques for effectively applying and lifting water from your watercolor paper.
• Controlling Water Saturation: Understand how to manage the amount of water you use to achieve different washes and intensities.
• Creating a Wetness Scale: Learn to develop a personal "wetness scale" for consistent and predictable results.
• Brush Size & Shape: Explore the relationship between brush size and the scale of the shapes you can paint.

Shape: Painting with Precision and Confidence

Develop the ability to paint clean, well-defined shapes. You'll learn:

• Smooth Edges, Straight Lines, & Sharp Corners: Master the techniques for creating a variety of shape edges.
• Segmented Painting: Discover how to paint shapes in segments for a more natural and dynamic look, avoiding the need for traditional outlining.
• Precision Practice: Hone your skills in painting shapes accurately, even when placed close together.

Throughout the class, you'll participate in fun, adaptable exercises designed to reinforce these fundamental watercolor skills. The exercises are designed to be adjusted to your skill level and available time.

These seemingly simple watercolor techniques are surprisingly powerful. Mastering water control and shape will significantly improve your watercolor paintings. Start building a strong foundation for your artistic journey – let's get painting!