Watercolour Techniques
Wednesdays March 19th to May 7th, 2025
(8 weeks)
8:00-9:30 pm
all materials included
 
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
 
Objectives:
Master a new watercolour technique each week.
Build foundational skills progressively.
Develop confidence and creative expression.
 
Weekly Plan:
Week 1: Flat & Gradient Washes
Warm-up: Practice creating smooth, even washes and blending gradients.
Focus: Brush control, even application, and blending techniques.
Week 2: Wet-on-Wet Technique
Warm-up: Experiment with blending colours on wet paper.
Focus: Preserving highlights and achieving strong contrasts, soft edges, smooth transitions, and lifting techniques.
Week 3: Masking/Preserving Highlights & Dry Brush/Textures
Warm-up: Use masking fluid and tools to preserve details. Explore dry brush strokes and creating textures.
Focus: Adding detail, texture, and fine lines.
Week 4: Layering & Glazing
Warm-up: Build transparent layers over a base wash.
Focus: Creating depth and dimension through glazing.
Week 5-8: Combining Techniques
Warm-up: Review and practice your favourite techniques using the image(s) of your choice.
Focus: Integrating multiple techniques into cohesive compositions.
 
Course Outcomes:
Mastery of essential watercolour techniques.
A strong foundation for creating independent artwork.
Increased confidence and creativity in watercolour painting.
 
*Credit will be offered for absences with one week prior notice. If you are feeling unwell, we will happily reschedule
 
*Returning students are welcome to start their self-directed project at their leisure, or ask to be given an assignment.