Published 12/2022
MP4 | Video: h264, 1280x720 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz
Language: English | Size: 1.63 GB | Duration: 1h 15m

Learn how to paint a magical, atmospheric cottage scene in watercolor!
What you'll learn
-How to paint simple paintings of any natural landscape in watercolour
-How to paint simple buildings in watercolour
-How to sketch and plan your landscape painting in pencil before you start painting
-How and when to use wet-in-wet watercolour techniques to paint clouds, skies, trees and grass
-How to paint basic trees and rocks with minimal effort and brushstrokes
-How to layer effectively to add extra details
-How to combine layers to create depth naturally
-How to paint simple shadows and identify or choose a light source in your painting
Requirements
No prerequisites. This course is suitable for beginners and intermediate watercolour painters.
Description
Welcome! In this course, we'll be painting a cottage scene in watercolour. Natural landscapes are simple and beautiful, providing the perfect subject for a beginner watercolor artist. Adding a man-made object such as a cottage or barn can create an interesting contrast and help to tell a story. Learning how to capture a landscape in a quick, fun and loose manner is an essential skill that every artist should learn to master. Watercolour is the perfect medium that allows you to produce spontaneous and expressive paintings on the go.Planning is crucial. I'll show you how to simplify shapes and sketch in large shapes such as foliage, trees, grass and land. Getting those large components in accurately beforehand is essential for your painting to make sense.In this course you'll learn:-How to paint simple paintings of any natural landscape in watercolour-How to paint simple buildings in watercolour-How to sketch and plan your landscape painting in pencil before you start painting-How and when to use wet-in-wet watercolour techniques to paint clouds, skies, trees and grass-How to paint basic trees and rocks with minimal effort and brushstrokes-How to layer effectively to add extra details-How to combine layers to create depth naturally-How to paint simple shadows and identify or choose a light source in your paintingSo join me in this course! You'll see just how easy it is to create this amazing scene in no time at all.Assignment:Your course project is to draw and paint your own cottage scene! This can be a scene featured in this course, or based on one of your own photographs or scenes you have observed outside.You can also refer to the scanned drawing/painting templates attached below which will allow you to trace the drawing if you choose to do so. I recommend drawing each scene free hand. Drawing is an important step in improving your painting skills. This provides you with an opportunity to compose and plan your painting. Once you've finished the drawing, use the watercolor steps and processes included in the course demonstrations to complete your painting.Materials:Use any watercolour paints, pencil watercolour paper, and brushes you have available. I recommend:0.5mm mechanical pencilArtist grade watercolour paints - blue, yellow and red100% cotton watercolour paper or sketchbookWatercolour Brushes - mop brush and a variety of round brushes for detailing.Getting Started:Review the course demonstration videos first. You can also download the tracing templates to transfer over your drawing if you wish.Looking to sketch and paint another scene? Research some free reference photo websites, pick one of your own reference photos, or simply find a outdoor location where you can sit and paint. Using the steps and processes included in this course, create your own unique painting.Sharing Your Work:Share your final painting and progress shots with the course by uploading them to the Q&A and discussion section on Udemy. If you have any questions or need more tips, please let me know. I'm happy to help.
Overview
Section 1: Introduction
Lecture 1 Introduction
Lecture 2 Materials Required
Section 2: Demonstration
Lecture 3 Drawing
Lecture 4 First Wash
Lecture 5 Second Wash
Beginners learning watercolor painting,Intermediate watercolour painters learning to adopt a loose, impressionistic style
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