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Mastering Water Control:

Harness the Power of Water in Watercolors

Often regarded as one of the most difficult concepts surrounding this medium, I will help you to breakdown the mysterious aspects of water control into concrete exercises.

In this class, we will:

• Explore various watercolor application techniques
• Practice painting flat and graded washes
• Learn how to create and prevent water blooms
• Discover how water control and value are related
• Paint a beautiful rhinoceros portrait

This class is intended for various skill levels, exploring both basic watercolor principals as well as applying those techniques to a completed painting. Beginners are welcome to simply try out the Class Exercises, but if you want something a little more challenging, join the more experienced painters in tackling the rhino painting for the Class Project!

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Overview

Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate

Topics & Techniques: Water Control, Watercolor Materials, Flat Washes, Graded Washes, Blooms, Value

Project: Rhinoceros Portrait

Reference & Line Art: Rhinoceros (included)

Exercise Worksheets: 5

Total Video Length: 90 mins

Total PDF Pages: TBD

Supplies

  • Watercolor Paints

  • Watercolor Brushes

  • Watercolor Paper

  • Two Water Containers

  • Reusable Rag or Paper Towels

  • Pencil and Eraser

  • Waterproof Ink

  • Mounting Board & Masking Tape (optional)

  • Heat Tool or Hair Dryer (optional)

This class is available in three options based on your learning style and preference.

Video Lessons & Printable Exercises

This class and its accompanying exercises are available with a Skillshare Membership.

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Written Lessons &
Printable Exercises

This class is also available as an updated written lesson based on the original Skillshare class.

$20

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Video Lessons
& Complete PDF

For the complete experience, purchase the video and updated PDF lessons for a one time cost.

$40

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