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Are you familiar with watercolour? Do you want to bring your skill level to the next level. This in-person course “My Flowers” for those who loves flowers and willing to learn a few new tricks.
The course takes place at Ottawa Valley Art Studio, based in Ontario, Canada. Located 5 minutes drive from Arnprior Canadian Tire and Pakenham Public Library, 15 min from Burnstown, 25-30 min from Kanata (Ottawa), Renfrew and Calabogie.
Art studio is fully equipped. Space is limited to 6 students. Minimum 3 students are required to run the course.
Upgrade your skill level and widen your artistic horizon!
The 6 weeks in-studio “My Flower” course covers the following watercolour techniques and secrets: a few technical secrets and how to use masking liquid and why; how to make a value illusion and absolutely realistic painting; how to join or separate the background and flowers. You will get comfortable with the colour chaos and how to use it to create a beautiful background.
Package STUDIO PLUS INTERMEDIATE for in-person studying with full teacher support Duration: 6 weeks Start Tuesday November 12, 2024 The last class is December 17, 2024 Time: 10Am - 12:30 PM 6 in-person 2,5 hour classes with full teaches support in-person homework review consultations 5+ technical exercises 5+ final paintings PLUS Lifetime access to video course FLOWERS IN WATERCOLOUR FOR INTERMEDIATE 6 video lessons 32 videos 9+ hours of video tutorials 5+ practical exercises 5 final paintings
Buy now and pay it in 4 interest-free instalments over 6 weeks
Course Content
The list of the lessons
Lesson 1
November 12, 2024
Types of watercolour paining. Special effects.
Lesson 2
November 19, 2024
Daisy
In this lesson you will be experimenting with masking liquid effects.
The masking liquid is a very helpful “gadget” that you can use to make your painting process easier and faster.
Lesson 3
November 26, 2024
Negative space. Multilayered wash. Wild Rose.
In this lesson you will study the negative space and you will practice multilayered washes.
You will experiment with different colour combinations to set up the mood, temperature and atmosphere in your paintings.
Lesson 4
December 3, 2024
Alternative wash. Orchid.
In this lesson you will have fun by blowing and spraying coloured puddles to create background splash effects.
Lesson 5
December 10, 2024
Flower portrait. Pansy.
In this lesson you will paint a portrait of a Pansy. You will work in Ala Prima to create the most realistic look of the petals.
You will use the “wet-on-wet” technique to create an unfocused effect of the background.
Lesson 6
December 17, 2024
Flower Portrait. Rose.
In the final lesson of this course you will create the portrait of a gorgeous rose Violet’s Pride from the Downton Abbey Collection.
Materials you will need for this course
Get inspired by student’s work!
Pratusha 2024 
Watercolour paper, 100% cotton preferable (The Bee Paper Company, Strathmore 500 series, Paul Rubens 50% cotton) 4 small sheets and 4 big sheets (minimum + sheets for extra practising)
Drawing paper, any quality
Printer paper for printing the templates
Brushes:
Mop brush, size 6-8, D10-15 mm (Paul Rubens mop brush, squirrel hair)
Calligraphy brush, 5-8 mm (Calligraphy brush, 5 mm, wolf hair)
Flat synthetic brush, 3/4” (Escoda)
Detail brush, 2mm (optional) (Escoda)
Watercolour paint, preferable in tubes:
Light Yellow (Lemon Yellow,Daniel Smith)
Yellow (Cadmium Yellow, Daniel Smith)
Orange (Transparent Orange, Schminske)
Red (Quinacridone red, Daniel Smith)
Dark red (Permanent Alizarin Crimson, Daniel Smith)
Dark Pink (Rose Madder,Daniel Smith)
Bright Pink (Opera Rose, Daniel Smith) )
Rose (Quinacridone rose,Daniel Smith)
Blue Violet (Ultramarin Violet,Daniel Smith)
Violet (Mineral Violet,Daniel Smith)
Purple (Magenta,Daniel Smith)
Blue (French Ultramarine, Daniel Smith)
Black Blue (Indigo, Holbein)
Dark red (Indian red, Daniel Smith)
Rusty (burnt Sienna, Daniel Smith)
Dark Grey (Payne's Grey, Van Gogh)
Bright Green (Gold Green, Daniel Smith)
Dark Green (Undersea Green, Daniel Smith)
Turquoise (Turquoise, M. Graham)
Light Blue (Cerulean Blue, Van Gogh)
Pencils any quality, 3H and HB
Eraser, kneading one is preferable
Watercolour board (Any sturdy card stock)
Artistic tape (Any white or beige)
Hair dryer
Two jars with water
Paper towels
Sea sponge
Masking liquid (Incredible White Mask, Geofix)
Salt, Vinegar, Citric acid, rubbing alcohol and glycerine.
