Painting In Watercolor with Vanissa

Introduction to Brushwork in Watercolor

Objective By the end of this lesson, students will: • Understand the importance of brushwork in developing their unique artistic style. • Learn about different types of brushes and their applications. • Practice a variety of brush techniques to create diverse textures and effects.

Introduction to Wash Techniques

Welcome to your next watercolor lesson! Today, we’ll dive into three foundational techniques: flat washes, wet-into-wet backgrounds, and graduated washes with soft/hard edges. These skills form the backbone of watercolor painting, providing depth, texture, and atmosphere to your artwork.

Introduction to Watercolor Paint Characteristics

This lesson introduces you to the essential characteristics of watercolor paints and how to work with color properties to achieve harmony and visual impact in your artwork. Through practical exercises, you will explore transparency, staining qualities, mixing, and value scales, building a strong foundation for watercolor painting.

Introduction to Watercolor Textures and Whites

This lesson introduces the concept of textures in watercolor and how to create them. Learn techniques to preserve whites and lights in watercolor paintings. Practice using various tools and additives to enhance your paintings.