Overview
For the beginner watercolorist.
Regardless of your experience with art-making, this course will guide you through creating abstract watercolor vignettes and collages. We will cover the differences between watercolor and other paint mediums and learn to experiment with its unique qualities. We'll discuss tips for successful composition and use our practice paintings to build an abstract collage. My hope is that this course will give you the confidence to continue exploring watercolor and the permission to consider yourself an artist.
Instant Access Class
This class is self-paced with instruction videos you can watch multiple times.
Watercolor Materials
Learn about watercolor supplies and materials. I've included a list of beginner- and intermediate-level supplies so you can choose what's right for you.
Watercolor Techniques
Accentuate watercolor's unique qualities through techniques like bleeding colors, creating texture, and layering.
Watercolor Vignettes
Create multiple small artworks.
Class Supply List:
These are suggestions and can be substituted with materials you have around your home. Click on any item for corresponding link.
Beginner Level:
Watercolor paper (weight of 140 lb or higher, cold press)
Water container, paper towel, & Elmer's glue
Colored pencils & paint pens (both optional)
Intermediate/Advanced Level:
Watercolor paper (weight of 140 lb or higher, cold press)
Water container & paper towel
Rubber cement (or glue)
Pastel pencils, paint pens (both optional)
Course Curriculum
WATER/COLOR: Tips & Techniques
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ONE: Gathering Supplies
(6:54)
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TWO: Lemon, Salt, Plastic, Leaf
(26:48)
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THREE: Mixing Color + Watching Paint Dry!
(8:14)
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FOUR: Combine Techniques! Combine Colors!
(17:33)
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FIVE: Digging It, Feeling It, Not Overworking It
(11:45)
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SIX: Crafting a Composition
(12:49)
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SEVEN: Puzzling Your Way Through
(3:58)
