If you are new to watercolours and want to give watercolour florals a try, then this introductory class is perfect for you! In this beginner-friendly class, you will learn foundational watercolor techniques and how to paint stylized watercolour florals full of depth.
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But what gives a painting depth? There are two things that really make your florals stand out—first, the highlights and shadows that you depict through color and shading, and second, the details which help bring out the delicate textures of the flowers. The class is essentially divided into two main parts. In the first part, we will start with the basics and practice foundational watercolor techniques such as:
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<li>Wet on Wet.</li>
<li>Wet on Dry.</li>
<li>My personal twist on wet on wet which I call pulling the paint from the edges. </li>
<li>Short liner brush control—which is one of my favorite tools in my art kit! And</li>
<li>Color mixing.</li>
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In the second part, we will work on our final Class Project, using the techniques we learned earlier in the class. You’ll learn how to:
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<li>Break down a reference image by observing the parts, folds, and details of a flower</li>
<li>Make the most out of a limited palette</li>
<li>Add depth to your painting with lights and shadows, and</li>
<li>Use a short liner brush for texture and detailing</li>
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Throughout the class, I will walk you through my artistic thought process and teach you how to best compose your portraits for aestheticism. I will share the tips and tricks that I’ve mastered throughout my years of experience, and what I wish I knew when I first got started. These techniques are what helped me take my paintings to the next level, and allowed me to get consistent results every time. 
By the end of the class, you will not only develop the skills to paint lovely floral portraits, but also the confidence to make larger floral compositions and paintings of full bouquets too!
See you in class!
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Welcome!

Class Orientation

Materials

Short Liner Brush Control

Wet on Wet Technique

Wet on Dry Technique

Pulling Paint Technique

Breaking Down a Reference

Color Mixing

Drawing

First Layer

Adding Depth

Adding Details

Final Notes

Color Mix Recipes.pdf

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Watercolor Tulip

Realistic Watercolour Tulip: Exploring Depth, Colour, and Details

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