How to Paint Watercolour - An Entirely New Approach
Why take this course?
🎨 How to Paint Watercolour - An Entirely New Approach 🎨
Course Instructor: Colin Bradley, School of Art
Your Journey into Uncharted Waters of Watercolour Begins Here!
When I first dipped my brush into the world of watercolour back in 1980, I was captivated by the works of great artists like Constable and Turner. With no formal art training, I relied on my instincts and had an absolute blast exploring this vibrant medium. Little did I know that my attempts to emulate these masters would lead me down a path of discovery, resulting in watercolour techniques that are uniquely mine, and as far as I'm concerned, never seen before!
What You'll Discover in This Course:
- My Unconventional Approach: Learn how my self-taught journey has shaped a watercolour technique that combines both impressionism and realism.
- Unique Techniques: Experience methods I've developed over years of experimentation, which you won't find in any other watercolour course.
- A Sense of Realism with an Impressionistic Touch: Master the art of creating images that are both realistic and impressionistic.
- Comprehensive Materials List: I'll walk you through the materials I use to achieve my unique effects in watercolour painting.
- Step-by-Step Guidance: The course is broken down into manageable sections, making it easy to follow along and master each component of your painting.
Course Breakdown:
- Outline Drawing: I provide you with a detailed outline drawing that you can print directly onto watercolour paper or trace using a carbon pencil.
- Materials Overview: A guide to the tools and materials I use, ensuring you have everything you need to start your masterpiece.
- Painting "Boats in Landscape": Step into my shoes as I take you through painting a landscape scene featuring boats, using watercolour to bring it to life. This piece originally captivated audiences in pastel pencil and now, I'm excited to recreate it with the fluidity of watercolour.
- Sky, Trees, Foliage, Sea & Boats: From the tranquil sky above to the vibrant foliage below, learn how to paint each element with ease and precision.
What You'll Achieve:
- Paint a "Boats in Landscape" masterpiece that you can be proud of.
- Gain an understanding of how to use watercolour in ways you never thought possible.
- Experiment with techniques that blend realism with impressionistic flair.
Your Creative Journey Awaits!
This course is a 1.5-hour immersive experience where I'll share my unique approach to watercolour painting. By the end, you'll have a new set of skills that will transform your art and open up a whole new world of possibilities in watercolour.
I hope you're as excited as I am to explore this creative journey together. Once you've completed the course, I encourage you to share your stunning artwork with the community by posting it in the Q&A section or messaging me directly through Udemy's messaging tools.
Let's make waves in the world of watercolour painting! 🌊✨
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