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Program Overview
Watercolour Painting: Mastering Fluid Expression
Immerse yourself in the luminous world of watercolour painting in this comprehensive 4-week workshop. Learn to harness the unique properties of this beautiful medium while developing control, confidence, and your own artistic voice. From fundamental techniques to expressive applications, this course guides you through the essential skills needed to create stunning watercolour artwork.
Format: 4 weeks, weekly sessions
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
What You'll Learn
In this course, you'll explore the versatile medium of watercolour and develop your technical skills and personal approach. You'll learn about materials, brushes, and papers while mastering wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques, smooth washes, and water-to-pigment control. We'll focus on building form through layering and glazing, creating depth with value and transparency, and understanding compositional balance. You'll explore advanced colour mixing, atmospheric effects, and expressive brushwork while discovering both loose and controlled painting styles. Throughout the sessions, you'll apply these techniques to various subjects, combine methods for unique effects, and create finished pieces that showcase your developing watercolour practice.
What's Included
Expert instruction and personalized feedback
Live demonstrations of essential techniques
In-class exercises and take-home practice assignments
Basic watercolour materials for in-class use
A supportive environment that encourages experimentation and growth
Who Should Attend This workshop is ideal for:
Beginners eager to learn watercolour from the ground up
Artists familiar with other media wanting to explore watercolour
Hobbyists seeking structured guidance and skill development
Intermediate painters looking to refine their technique
Anyone drawn to the luminous beauty of watercolour painting
What to Bring
Watercolour paper pad (140lb/300gsm cold press, 9"x12" or larger)
Basic watercolour paint set (student grade acceptable)
Round brushes in assorted sizes (small, medium, large)
Water containers and paper towels
Pencil and eraser
Complete materials list with recommendations will be provided upon registration.
Art Supplies: Need art supplies? Click HERE and find everything you need for our programs available at our studio for convenient pickup. *No shipping available.
