This project can take some time and includes many repeatable elements. If the full painting feels overwhelming—don’t worry! You can always focus on just one section. Maybe you’d like to practice painting a single leaf? Pick one and try it out in your sketchbook. Or choose just one apple, perhaps with a leaf, to practice layering colors and building textures. And if you feel ready to tackle the entire piece, go for it!

I’ve put together a collection of helpful resources for you in the Projects and Resources section. There, you’ll find a PDF with the supply list I used, a reference photo, and an image of my finished artwork for guidance. I’ve also included line drawings in various sizes so you can print and transfer the design onto your watercolor paper at the scale that works best for you. My original painting is in a 12×9-inch format. Additionally, you’ll find work-in-progress photos to help you follow along and focus on specific stages of the process.

Feel free to explore these materials and use them to create your own unique and beautiful painting—I can’t wait to see what you create!

Please share your final piece in the Projects and Resources section. I also encourage you to browse the Student Project Gallery. It’s always inspiring to see what others are working on, and the encouragement from fellow students can be incredibly motivating. Don’t forget to like and comment on each other’s creations!

Lastly, I highly recommend watching each lesson before you begin painting. This will give you a clear sense of what to expect at every stage of the tutorial. If you find this class helpful, I would truly appreciate an honest review. Your feedback helps me improve future classes and supports other students in deciding whether this course is right for them. Thank you in advance!

Janet Henderson

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