In this watercolour class, you’ll learn how to paint a stunning magnolia branch step-by-step using essential watercolour techniques. We’ll begin by selecting the right pigments for creating soft, natural floral tones. Then, you’ll practise key skills like my signature pulling the paint method for smooth blending, lifting techniques to create highlights, and dry brushing to add delicate textures and details.
You’ll also receive a beautiful reference photo to work from, along with simple tips to help you sketch magnolia flowers with confidence — even if you’re just starting out with watercolours.
By the end of the class, you’ll have completed a gorgeous watercolour magnolia branch, perfect for framing in your home or gifting to someone special. This class is ideal if you're looking to:
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Develop your floral watercolour skills
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Explore soft blending and layering in watercolour
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Create elegant, aesthetic botanical artwork
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All you’ll need are basic watercolour supplies — paints, brushes, and paper — and a little creative time to paint something truly beautiful.
Let’s get started and create a timeless watercolour magnolia together!
Pigments you will need :
These pigments are from Windsor and Newton professional series
Permanent Rose
Opera Rose
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<li>Permanent Magenta</li>
<li>Ultramarine Violet</li>
<li>French Ultramarine</li>
<li>Payne's Grey</li>
<li>Olive Green</li>
<li>Yellow Ochre</li>
<li>Brown</li>
</ul>
Recommended Classes for further practice
Master the technique to "pull the paint"  for smooth blends: <a href="https://skl.sh/3RB14ut" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Easy Loose Watercolour Vegetables: Learn the Foundational Technique</a>
Learn more about pigments, paper and brushes and history of watercolours: <a href="https://skl.sh/4jwiOmP" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Beginner's Guide to Watercolour: History, Essential Supplies, Colour Theory, and Techniques</a>

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Brushes & Paper

Pigments

Practice: Brush & Water Control

Practice: Pulling the Paint

Practice:  Dry Brushing

Practice:  Lifting

Project:  Drawing

Project:  Layer 1

Project:  Branches

Project:  Details

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Watercolour Magnolias: Learn Soft Blending, Lifting, and Dry Brush Techniques

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