Learn how to effectively paint reflections on wet surfaces, a key element in rainy urban scenes, to add depth and realism to your work. Master the use of gradients to portray the fading light of dusk and the artificial lighting of the city, enhancing the overall mood of the painting. Engage with principles of composition that draw the viewer’s eye through the busy scene, using leading lines like roads and the placement of figures and vehicles.

1 lesson, 1 h 05 minutes

Master the techniques for painting realistic snow, including how to depict light and shadows on snow to create depth and texture. Explore how to use dark and light colors effectively to create striking contrasts that enhance the chilly feel of a winter landscape.
Discover the secrets to painting shadows in the snow and reflections that add realism and dimension to your work.

1 lesson, 44 minutes

Master the art of creating distance and depth with softer hues and less detail as the landscape recedes, enhancing the misty effect. Discover techniques for painting realistic water reflections, capturing the interplay of light and shadow that water surfaces offer.
Learn how to blend watercolors on the paper to create smooth transitions, crucial for painting the gentle gradients of the morning sky and mist. Enhance your skills in the wet-on-wet watercolor technique to achieve the soft, diffused look of mist and clouds.

1 lesson, 49 minutes

Learn how to use watercolor to create realistic textures, mimicking the rugged surface of tree bark and the soft, fine details of moss and lichen. Understand the art of painting branches, focusing on their organic shapes and how they intersect and overlap, creating depth and realism. Get hands-on experience mixing natural, muted tones that reflect the true colors of nature, perfect for painting trees and woodland scenes.

1 lesson, 50 minutes

Understand how to convey the cold, crisp atmosphere of a winter cityscape, using a restrained palette and specific brush techniques to depict fog and light snowfall. Learn to quickly and effectively render architectural features using watercolor, focusing on how to simplify complex structures into clear, recognisable shapes without losing the essence and detail of the historic elements. Gain insight into incorporating human figures into cityscapes to add scale, interest, and narrative to your scenes.

1 lesson, 47 minutes

Master the technique of capturing sunlight filtering through trees and reflecting on the water surface, creating a sparkling and vibrant effect. Learn how to paint the motion of a stream with watercolor, using fluid brush strokes and varying tones to mimic the flow and ripples of water. Focus on the small touches that bring a scene to life, such as the texture of mossy rocks and delicate leaves, enhancing the painting’s realism and appeal.

1 lesson, 1 h 08 minutes