Welcome to my new class: Sketchbook Explorations in Watercolor: Simple Studies for Creative Flow & Discovery

This class is all about cultivating a joyful and freeing sketchbook practice using watercolor. I’ll guide students through short, simple painting prompts across a variety of subjects—landscapes, seascapes, cityscapes, and still life.

Each sketch will be intentionally approachable and bite-sized, making it easy for students to squeeze in creativity even on busy days. The goal is not perfection, but process over product—giving students the space to play, discover what subjects they enjoy most, and build a regular habit of painting without pressure.

Class Project Summaries

1. Daisy Wildflowers –

Playful florals with soft backgrounds, splatters, and brush confidence.

2. Countryside Landscape –

A cozy cottage scene with layered greens, textures, and a flowing river.

3. Ocean View from a Cliff –

A breezy coastal scene with rocks, waves, and expressive grasses.

4. Sunset with Wooden Gate –

A glowing sunset field with warm skies and silhouetted foreground.

This class is perfect for:

Artists feeling creatively stuck
Beginners wanting to explore different watercolor subjects
Anyone seeking a mindful, self-care-centered art practice
Students looking to develop their sketchbook habit as a tool for growth

Shyma Ali

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