Watercolour Greenery Part 2: Basic Leaves & Branches

Dive deeper into watercolor painting with Part 2 of the Watercolour Greenery series! This class is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to improve their watercolor leaf painting skills. We'll focus on mastering basic leaves and branches using simple brushstrokes.

First, I'll walk you through the essential watercolor supplies you'll need – no fancy equipment required! Then, we’ll practice helpful brush exercises to gain control and create a variety of leaf shapes. Learn how to add movement, definition, and detail to your leaves with subtle brushwork.

Next, discover how to combine leaves to create realistic branches. We’ll explore a range of shapes, styles, and colors to build a page full of watercolor inspiration for your future artwork.

The final project is a beautiful and achievable watercolor wreath – a fantastic way to put your new skills to the test!

Materials you'll need:

• Watercolor paints (any type will work!)
• Watercolor paper
• A couple of round brushes in different sizes
• Water
• Paper towel

This class is designed to be enjoyed on its own, so you don't need to watch Part 1 on mixing greens first. However, if you're interested in learning how to create a wide spectrum of green shades – from vibrant to muted – to enhance your watercolor painting, be sure to check out Part 1!

Ready to create beautiful watercolor greenery? Grab your supplies and let's get painting!