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This Watercolour Painting Course is perfect for both absolute beginners and those with prior experience looking to enhance their skills.Starting with the fundamentals, this course will guide you through each step of watercolour painting, helping you develop both your drawing and painting techniques while building confidence. Each week, you'll participate in structured exercises that introduce and develop essential watercolour techniques, providing plenty of practice to strengthen your skills.As you progress, you’ll explore the complexities of the watercolour medium with three carefully designed paintings, each focusing on boosting your confidence and deepening your understanding of this vibrant art form. Whether you’re new to watercolour or looking to refine your existing skills, this course offers an optimal learning experience, with lessons tailored to suit all levels of experience.This course is designed to be ongoing, with students encouraged to re-enrol as many times as needed to continue their artistic growth. Each session is thoughtfully structured to meet the needs of all students, ensuring a personalised and supportive learning environment.By the end of this watercolour painting course, you should have:
A strong understanding of watercolour techniques, including washes, layering, and blending.
The ability to confidently create three completed watercolour paintings, each demonstrating your progress and skill development.
Improved drawing skills that complement your watercolour work, enabling you to capture form and structure effectively.
The confidence to experiment with different styles and compositions in watercolour painting.
A solid foundation in watercolour theory, allowing you to approach more complex projects with ease.
What will be covered in this watercolour painting course?
The fundamentals of watercolour painting, including essential techniques like washes, glazing, and wet-on-wet methods.
Drawing skills that complement your watercolour work, focusing on form, composition, and structure.
Step-by-step guidance on creating three complete watercolour paintings, each exploring different aspects of the medium.
Colour theory and how to mix pigments to achieve the desired hues and tones in your paintings.
Tips and strategies for overcoming common challenges in watercolour, such as controlling water flow and managing paint consistency.
This watercolour painting course is designed for all levels. Beginners are welcome, but some drawing experience will be an advantage.
What to bring
Option 1: Purchase a full materials kit from SCC one full week prior to class startingOption 2: Bring your own materials Paper - Smooth 300 gsm watercolour art paper book A4(Arches or equivalent professional quality brand)Drawing Materials
One 2H pencil
A soft white eraser, plus a kneadable eraser
A pencil sharpener
A ruler
Paints- Please purchase one of the preferred brands Schmincke Cadmium red lightSchmincke MagentaSchmincke Cadmium yellowSchmincke Lemon yellowSchmincke Phthalo blueSchmincke Ultramarine finestSchmincke Payne's GreyorWinsor & Newton Bright red or Cadmium redWinsor & Newton Permanent roseWinsor & Newton Windsor yellow or Cadmium yellowWinsor & Newton Windsor lemonWinsor & Newton Windsor blue (green shade)Winsor & Newton French ultramarineWinsor & Newton Payne's GreyBrushes - Good quality round watercolour brushes, size 2 & 4Extra materials:
A palette or round white ceramic plate
2 x clean water containers
a roll of paper towel
Session repeats
This class series runs over 4 consecutive days.
Location
Sydney Community College - 2a Gordon St, Rozelle, NSW
More about this class
This class is new, and this teacher has
278 reviews for their other experiences
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Shipra trained for 5 years at a premier art institute and has a Degree in Fine Arts and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. She has worked as a Visual Merchandiser and Set Designer for many years and has gained extensive experience in Store Planning and Graphic Art. Throughout this period, Shipra has continued her love for drawing and watercolour painting.
Over the years, Shipra's work has included detailed watercolour paintings, participating and selling in several exhibitions, doing illustration works and above all conducting workshops and teaching watercolour and botanical art at various institutions.
Sydney Community College is a social enterprise with a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.Our mission is to enrich lives, to strengthen adult individuals and to build communities through innovative high quality continuing education and training.
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