Join me in Gouache 101 - a thorough and comprehensive guide to getting started with gouache and creating your first gouache painting!
Gouache can seem a bit tricky to beginners, but once you get the hang of it, it could just be one of the best materials you’ve ever worked with. I am here to break down everything you need to know in order to get started with your gouache journey - including the paints, tools and materials, basic techniques and colour mixing. 
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Materials you’d need :
<ul><li>Gouache (I recommend Winsor and Newton, but any beginner gouache is perfectly fine to get started. Arteza is known to be very good.)</li>
<li>Hot or cold pressed watercolor paper</li>
<li>Round brushes in mixed sizes - I’ll be using size 2, 4, and 6</li>
<li>A medium sized flat brush</li>
</ul>This class is for anyone who is curious about gouache or wants to get started with the medium and isn’t sure where to begin. It’s ideal for all skill levels, and will be simple even for beginners to follow along. Artists who are already proficient with media like watercolour or acrylic and are looking to expand into gouache will also find a lot of value in this class. 
When I started working with gouache, I absolutely fell in love with the medium. It can be so versatile and such a pleasure to work with. I want to share that joy with you all. Through this class, you will be ready to start creating your own art with this wonderful medium. 
Gouache art can be applied to illustrations of any kind, and their opacity makes them perfect for scanning. Scanned art can be used for prints, pattern design, graphic design and so much more. The possibilities are endless.
Who am I? My name is Shivani and I am an artist, art educator, accessory designer and creative entrepreneur. I am the founder of a lifestyle accessories brand called Arture. I’ve had a paintbrush in my hand since I was a kid, and over the last few years I have been consistently developing my art practice, with watercolor and gouache being my favourite media to work with! I’ve learned so much about gouache through my own practice, that I can’t wait to share with you. My favourite subjects to paint include all things nature, and traditional Indian art styles. My art is at the intersection of nature and culture. 
You can check my work and tutorials out on the below links :
<ul><li><a href="https://instagram.com/shivani_patel09" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">My Instagram page</a></li>
<li><a href="https://youtube.com/c/shivanipatel9" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">My Youtube channel</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShivaniPatelArt/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">My Etsy Store</a></li>
<li><a href="https://shivani-patel.com" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">My personal website</a></li>
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Welcome!

Here’s What You’ll Create

What is Gouache?

Materials You'll Need

Understanding Gouache Consistency

Creating Tints and Shades

Color Mixing and Color Theory

Technique 1 : Blending

Technique 2 : Dry Brushing

Technique 3 : Layering

Gouache Tips and Tricks

Class Project Part 1 : Composition and Color

Class Project Part 2 : Let's Paint!

Summing it Up

SAMPLE PROJECT

Gouache 101 | Tools, Tips, Techniques, Create a Boho Abstract Painting

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