Watercolor Workout; Basics and Beyond

Unleash Your Creativity with Watercolor Workout: A Comprehensive Course

This watercolor course is designed to build a strong foundation in watercolor painting fundamentals, welcoming artists of all levels – from complete beginners to seasoned painters eager to expand their skills. Prepare to step outside your comfort zone and discover exciting new possibilities! Growth happens when you embrace the unexpected.

The course begins with a dedicated beginner module, offering clear demonstrations to cultivate a deep understanding of watercolor characteristics. Even experienced artists will find valuable insights here. As we progress, we'll delve into more advanced watercolor techniques, including harnessing the power of "happy accidents," mastering wet-in-wet washes, and exploring innovative methods like drawing with a paintbrush.

Throughout the course, you'll engage in numerous watercolor exercises, culminating in a series of challenging watercolor projects designed to maximize the unique potential of this fluid medium. Get ready to flex your new watercolor skills!

This class is perfect for anyone looking to embrace the inherent looseness and unpredictability of watercolor. Many artists mistakenly try to control every aspect of their work, but the beauty of watercolor lies in its natural flow. Learn to strategically control certain areas and then allow the colors to blend and mingle organically.

Here's what you'll learn in this watercolor painting course:

• Understanding Watercolor Characteristics: Gain a deep understanding of how watercolor behaves.
• Embracing the Uncontrollable: Learn to let go of rigid control and embrace the natural flow of the medium.
• The Magic of Happy Accidents: Discover how to turn unexpected results into artistic opportunities.
• Controlled vs. Uncontrolled Painting: Identify areas to focus your control and where to let the watercolor take over.
• Fusion and Gravity Techniques: Explore how these elements create captivating watercolor effects.
• Painting Simple Objects: Build confidence with foundational watercolor painting skills.
• Painting Complex Subjects: Develop the skills to tackle more intricate compositions.
• Brushwork Techniques: Learn to use your paintbrush for expressive and dynamic marks.
• Expressive Watercolor Art: Create loose, fluid artwork that captures the essence of watercolor.