Paint Realistic Watercolor and Botanicals - TOADSTOOLS

🎨 Embark on a Whimsical Painting Adventure: Paint Realistic Watercolor and Botanicals - TOADSTOOL 🍄✨

Course Headline

Taking our painting practice into a fun new subject – the captivating world of toadstools – concretes and develops our learning and skills.

What's on the Table?

My newest online painting tutorial, 'Paint Realistic Watercolour and Botanicals - TOADSTOOLS', is a vibrant exploration into illustrating one of nature's most enchanting subjects: the Amanita muscaria, commonly known as the Fly Agaric or Fly Amanita. This iconic toadstool isn't just visually striking; it's also a quintessential subject for painting due to its delightful, beautiful, mysterious, and fun qualities.

As an artist or storyteller, you know how a toadstool can capture our hearts and ignite our imaginations. It's the perfect subject for us to dive into with watercolors. I am thrilled to have you join me on this creative journey once more.

Objectives of the Course

• Subject Mastery: Learn about the subject matter, including the intricate details of the Fly Agaric.
• Scope and Colour: Understand the scope of the subject and how to effectively use the diverse color palette available in watercolor painting.
• Technique Application: Apply essential watercolor techniques such as washes, glazes, and dry brushing, along with the necessary use of masking fluid for this subject.

Through a comprehensive, step-by-step approach, we will delve into the processes and watercolor painting techniques required to create each element in a realistic style, from start to finish. You'll have the opportunity to choose one, two, or three of the fabulous toadstool examples covered in this course to explore through single painting studies or by creating your own personalized composition.

Suitable for All Levels

• No Previous Experience Necessary: This course is designed for all levels of artists, from beginners to those with experience in botanical painting and watercolor techniques.
• Perfect Progression: For students who have completed my previous courses – STUDIO BASICS, CHASING AUTUMN, MAGNOLIAS, and LOTUS – TOADSTOOLS will serve as the next step to deepen your understanding and enhance your skills.

TOADSTOOLS is a testament to the beauty of learning at your own pace and in your own space. It's an inviting course that allows you to practice, repeat, vary, and revisit techniques, applying your knowledge to new and exciting projects.

Your Learning Pathway

This course builds upon the foundations laid out in my previous tutorials – STUDIO BASICS, CHASING AUTUMN, MAGNOLIAS, and LOTUS. TOADSTOOLS will help you concretify what you've learned and refine your skills in watercolor painting and botanical illustration.

Join Me on This Journey

I look forward to guiding you through this enchanting subject, helping you to learn, grow, and keep moving forward on your own painting path. Let's share in the love of realistic watercolors and botanicals together. See you in the wash, and let's bring these whimsical subjects to life!

• Heidi 🎨