In this self-guided course, we explore the essentials of watercolor.

The course begins with getting a handle on the water to pigment ratio, the most important brushstrokes, and way to handle your brush and controlling values through the combination of these elements. From there we move into maintaining the white of the paper, creating depth with vibrant shadows and discussions on transparency and using warm and cool colors to bring your watercolors to life. This is the first in a 2-part series watercolor class. I encourage anyone wanting to go back to creating a solid foundation in watercolor to start here. Being able to control water-pigment ratio, values in painting, leaving the white of the paper in order to create a strong sense of light- these are all vital places to start or revisit.

Watercolor Essentials Part 2 will be held live online on Sundays from October 11th – November 1st and will cover more complex issues like process (where to start and planning) along with more in-depth color discussions, different techniques, and more.

Learn more or sign up for Watercolor Essentials 2 here

For any questions, please just contact me.

What’s included in the class:

– 4 1.5 – 2-hour recorded live meetings via zoom where Kelly leads you step-by-step through various exercises with demonstrations and explanations

– Supplemental demonstration videos

– Each class has a follow-up homework assignment to help implement what we learned

– Private Facebook group access where only participants in the class can share their work, get feedback, ask questions and support each other in learning.

I will send you a recommended materials list and all recordings upon registration.

You will not need to make a large investment in materials.

You will need a few colors (good artist grade paint), some decent paper (minimum 50% cotton), and 1 good brush. \

I look forward to painting together!

Cost: $65

Questions? Contact me!