Introduction to Watercolours

Introduction to Watercolour

Discover the expressive world of watercolour painting in a friendly and supportive class. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to build confidence, this course encourages creativity through practical activities and guided projects.

Learn how to use colour, water and brush techniques to create a range of effects while developing your own style. The focus is on enjoyment, experimentation and skill development at a comfortable pace.

What You Might Explore

• Watercolour materials, papers, brushes and paints
• Colour mixing and creating balanced palettes
• Wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques
• Washes, gradients and texture effects
• Brushwork, mark-making and layering
• Light, shadow and atmosphere
• Painting simple landscapes, florals and natural subjects
• Composition and observational skills
• Creative experimentation and personal expression

By the end of the course, learners should feel more confident using watercolours and have produced a range of studies and finished pieces demonstrating the techniques explored.