Get ready to let loose with your colours! In this vibrant class, we’ll be painting a bold and expressive chameleon in watercolour. A subject that invites creativity, spontaneity, and a touch of fun.

Chameleons are the perfect excuse to break free from realism. Since they shift and shimmer in real life, you’ll have total freedom to experiment with bright, unexpected palettes and playful techniques. Whether you’re new to watercolor or just looking to shake up your usual style, this class is all about embracing bold colour, soft transitions, and loose, confident brushwork.

We’ll focus on painting a chameleon perched on a branch, using smooth blends, spontaneous splatters, and layered textures to capture its iridescent quality. This is a forgiving and joyful subject, there’s no “right” outcome here, just vibrant, expressive results.

In this class, you’ll learn how to:

Build rich, layered colours through smooth blending and transparent glazes
Use loose brushstrokes to create spontaneity and movement
Add vibrancy and energy with splatters, texture, and bold contrasts
Paint with freedom, without getting caught up in tiny details or realism

Whether you stick to traditional greens or dive into a rainbow palette, this class will encourage you to loosen up, trust your instincts, and enjoy the process.

So grab your brightest paints, and let’s bring this characterful little creature to life together!

Thank you so much for your interest in this class!

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Try this class to explore your creativity...

I’ve been painting for many years now, taken part in many exhibitions around the world and won awards from well respected organisations. As well as having my work feature in art magazines. After having success selling my originals and 1000s of prints around the world, I decided to start traveling with my brushes and paintings. My style is modern and attempts to grasp the essence of what I’m painting whilst allowing freedom and expression to come through. I simplify complicated subjects into easier shapes that encourages playfulness.

You'll Learn:

What materials and equipment to need to painting along
Basic technique to complete your first painting
How to avoid common mistakes
Choosing the right colours for your painting
How to blend colours and create textures for different effects
Making corrections and improvements
Finishing touches that make a big difference

When enrolled, I’ll include my complete ‘Watercolour Mixing Charts’. These are a huge aid for beginners and experts alike. They show what every colour on the palette looks like when mixed with each other. Indispensable when it comes to choosing which colour to mix.

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Additional Resources:

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Laura McSharry

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