Online Art School «Artefacto»
NEW ONLINE COURSE
by JAVID TABATABAEI
Winter Wonders in Watercolor: Capturing Snowy Landscapes
Bring the serene beauty of winter into your art, learning how to portray snow, reflections, and delicate light shifts with watercolor under the guidance of Javid Tabatabaei
LIFETIME ACCESS |
NEW ONLINE COURSE
by JAVID TABATABAEI
Winter Wonders in Watercolor: Capturing Snowy Landscapes
Bring the serene beauty of winter into your art, learning how to portray snow, reflections, and delicate light shifts with watercolor under the guidance of Javid Tabatabaei
LIFETIME ACCESS
In this course, you will create peaceful winter landscapes, designed to deepen your understanding of watercolor techniques and develop your ability to capture the quiet beauty of the season. From the gentle glow of a winter sunset to the crisp shadows cast over freshly fallen snow, each scene will enhance your skills and broaden your artistic perspective.
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Under the expert guidance of Javid Tabatabaei, you’ll explore both fundamental and advanced watercolor methods. Javid will share his insights on achieving atmospheric effects, mastering light and shadow, and creating harmonious compositions that draw viewers into the serenity of winter.
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By the end of this course, you will have completed 6 unique watercolor paintings, each capturing the essence of winter landscapes and showcasing your growth as an artist. Join us to refine your technique, learn invaluable skills, and create artwork that reflects the tranquil magic of winter!
6 Lessons
6 video lessons in English in Full-HD format with lifetime access
6 completed paintings
You will 6 watercolor paintings
Who is this course for?
This course will suit:
- Beginner artists – You will build foundational skills in watercolor painting, learning essential techniques for creating atmospheric landscapes and mastering the use of light and shadow.⠀
Intermediate to advanced artists – You will refine your ability to convey mood and narrative in winter scenes, focusing on the subtle interplay of warm and cool colors for added depth and realism.⠀
Landscape painting lovers – You will deepen your understanding of composing natural scenes, capturing the essence of winter landscapes, and skillfully portraying different textures like snow, trees, and reflections on water.
Artists seeking new techniques – You will expand your watercolor toolkit with advanced methods for achieving smooth gradients, dynamic shadows, and the delicate details that bring a painting to life.
Course Table of Contents
Introduction
Learn more about your instructor Javid Tabatabaei and see how the learning process will be organized.
Lesson 1:
Winter Stream Serenity
1 video lesson, 32 minutes
Lesson 2: Winter Sunset Path
In this lesson, you will immerse yourself in the warm hues of a winter sunset as it casts a golden glow over a snowy path. Learn to depict the soft gradients of the evening sky and the intricate details of bare winter trees. Focus on creating mood and atmosphere, balancing warm and cool tones to bring out the crisp yet cozy feeling of a winter dusk.
1 video lesson, 28 minutes
Lesson 3: Early Spring Thaw
In this lesson, you will explore the first signs of spring as snow begins to melt under the brightening skies. Learn techniques for painting birch trees with subtle texture and capturing the interplay of light and shadow on uneven ground.
1 video lesson, 32 minutes
Lesson 4: Twilight Reflections
In this lesson, you will capture the serene beauty of a winter landscape at twilight, where the last light of day reflects on a calm stream. Under Javid's guidance, you’ll explore techniques for blending cool and warm tones to create a harmonious sky that shifts from soft pinks to deep purples. Learn how to paint reflections on water, adding realism to your work while creating an inviting sense of depth.
1 video lesson, 30 minutes
Lesson 5: Winter Morning Shadows
In this lesson, you will discover the beauty of early morning light as it casts long, cool shadows over a snowy landscape. You will learn how to paint intricate tree branches and add subtle details to create depth and texture, evoking a crisp winter morning atmosphere. This lesson focuses on light direction and shadow placement, essential for bringing realism and drama to your winter scenes.
1 video lesson, 35 minutes
Lesson 6: Winter Evening Walk
In this lesson, you will capture the calm and nostalgic mood of a winter evening as figures walk towards a cozy cabin under a fading sky. Javid will teach you how to use gradients to create a soft, warm glow in the background that contrasts with the cool tones of snow and shadows. This lesson focuses on storytelling through composition and lighting, helping you create a peaceful, inviting winter scene filled with atmosphere and emotion.
1 video lesson, 35 minutes
Conclusion
Summary of techniques learned, creative task and feedback giving.
What results will you achieve at the course
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Develop the confidence to paint winter scenes, balancing cool and warm tones to effectively portray the season’s unique lighting and textures
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Enhance your skills in composition, learning to guide the viewer’s eye through the painting and create harmonious scenes that feel natural and immersive
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Improve your ability to work with color mixing and water control, achieving subtle transitions and avoiding muddy colors to keep your paintings vibrant and clear
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Build a strong sense of storytelling in your art, learning how to use light, shadow, and composition to convey mood and emotion in winter landscapes
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Gain practical insights into observing natural settings and translating them into expressive, lifelike artwork
Meet your instructor
Javid Tabatabaei
Author of the course
- Javid Tabatabaei is an artist who has been painting for more than 20 years.
- He has participated in group and solo exhibitions all around the globe. His exhibitions have been held in a number of leading galleries and contemporary art foundations in China, Turkey, Italy, Pakistan, Japan, Serbia, Canada etc.
- Javid Tabatabaei hosts both in-person and online workshops.
- He has been on the jury for the international watercolor society of Turkey for 2 consecutive years.
- Javid Tabatabaei is a Brand Ambassador of RockWell Art Supplies Inc. He has received a great number of awards worldwide.
We offer different plans
Standard
- 6 lessons (total 3h)
- 6 completed paintings
- Recorded video lessons with 24/7 access
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Certificate of completion
- Final project (your own painting)
- LIFETIME access to the course
- Bonus: 30 ArtiCoins
Standard
- 6 lessons (total 3h)
- 6 completed paintings
- Recorded video lessons with 24/7 access
- Moderated students’ WhatsApp chat
- Certificate of completion
- Final project (your own painting)
- LIFETIME access to the course
- Bonus: 30 ArtiCoins
You have no risks – we support you!
No risk for you*
In case after 1–2 lessons of the coursе you realize that is not for you, YOU WILL GET YOUR MONEY BACK!
*within 14 days after payment
Freedom & Mobility
Make your own schedule and go through the lessons at a comfortable pace – whenever and wherever you like
Certificate of completion
Upon completion of the course for the students we issue a certificate. The certificate could be used as a proof of your qualification's upgrade at work (if it is related to arts) and for your private affairs as a recognition of your mastery in painting.
How is our course organized?
BEFORE COURSE
Full course program
List of course materials
Friendly community of beginner and professional artists
AT COURSE
Recorded video lessons
Watch lessons at your own pace
Closed students' chat
AFTER COURSE
Certificate of completion
Own portfolio
Skills and knowledge practiced
Part of our art community
Which materials do you need for the course?
- Paper: Arches paper, cold pressed or rough, 300 g/m
- Watercolor set (any watercolor paints you use)
Color: Yellow ochre, Burnt sienna, Ultramarine blue, French ultramarine, Blue pale, Neutral tint, Lavender, Pyrrole green, Pyrrole red, Transparent pyrrole orange, Cadmium yellow, Olive green, Alizarin crimson, Permanent violet, Payne’s grey, Jaune brilliant
3. Brushes:
● 3 cm flat brushes
● 8 and 12 round brushes
● Fan brushes
● Rigger brushes
4. Masking tape
5. Drowning board
6. Paper towel
7. Container for water
8. Pencil, eraser
Examples of Javid's works
See what our students are saying about learning with Javid Tabatabaei
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