Welcome to Gouache for Absolute Beginners: Black-Eyed Susan in Vintage Style!

In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore the beauty of gouache while creating a charming, vintage-style painting of Black-Eyed Susan flowers. I’ll guide you step-by-step, from selecting materials to practicing essential techniques like layering, blending, and adding delicate details. This class is designed to simplify gouache painting and help you gain confidence, whether it’s your first time with gouache or you’re looking to refine your skills.

By the end, you’ll have a stunning Black-Eyed Susan painting with a touch of vintage flair—and the foundational skills to explore more gouache projects.

Let’s bring this timeless floral to life in your sketchbook together!

What You Will Learn

By the end of this class, you’ll have gained:

A solid understanding of foundational gouache techniques.
The ability to layer colors and create depth with blending.
Step-by-step guidance to paint Black-Eyed Susan flowers with a vintage aesthetic.
Tips for creating a torn paper edge for an authentic vintage vibe.
Confidence to work with gouache and bring your floral designs to life.

Why You Should Take This Class

Gouache is a versatile, forgiving, and vibrant medium that’s perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists. This class focuses on simplifying gouache so you can enjoy the process without feeling overwhelmed. My aim is to make this journey fun, approachable, and full of creative joy, especially for those who have struggled with my more challenging classes.

Who This Class is For

This class is perfect for:

Absolute beginners who’ve never touched gouache.
Students who’ve struggled with more advanced gouache projects.
Experienced artists seeking a fresh perspective and inspiration for floral gouache painting.

If you’re looking for a simple, stress-free introduction to gouache with a creative twist, this class is for you!

Materials/Resources

Gouache Paints (I use Himi Jelly Gouache, but any gouache will work).
Watercolor Paper (Any quality watercolor paper is fine).
Brushes (At least one round and one flat brush).
Other Essentials: Water container, mixing palette, and a rag or tissue for cleanup.

Check out the project section for sample Black-Eyed Susan paintings and extra inspiration for your piece.

Let’s create something beautiful and timeless together!

Ilene Goldman

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