A comprehensive approach to the fundamentals of watercolor painting by NWS Signature Artist
InstructorJill PoyerdCovers specific technical aspects of brush usage including shapes, bristles, loading, angle, and pressure.
Provides instruction on color wheels, tinting strength, and mixing successful neutral tones.
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These 3 complementary views highlight concrete, legible examples from the course presentation.
A demonstration of three watercolor application techniques on textured paper, featuring yellow swatches labeled Controlled, Semi-Controlled, and Uncontrolled.
A gloved hand applies blue watercolor to a segment of a divided circle on paper, with a paint palette and color swatches visible on the right.
A gloved hand uses a brush to mix watercolor paints on a white palette, with a partially completed landscape painting and art supplies nearby.
Free
Free
Includes lessons followed by assignments and downloadable PDF instructions to facilitate hands-on practice.
The heavy emphasis on mechanics may delay the transition to full-scale painting for some learners.
The curriculum aligns well with the stated goals for beginning watercolor students.