Online Art School «Artefacto»
LEARNING Program by ANNA IVANOVA
Mastering Realism in Art: From Basics to Expertise
Fast track to watercolor realism through 6 core practices, fundamental still lifes to advanced portraits and figures, that will lead you to confident stunning masterpieces
Language: English
LEARNING Program by ANNA IVANOVA
Mastering Realism in Art: From Basics to Expertise
Fast track to watercolor realism through 6 core practices, fundamental still lifes to advanced portraits and figures, that will lead you to confident stunning masterpieces
Language: English
«Mastering realism sharpens our observation, enriches our artistic expression, and connects viewers to our vision on a deeper level.»
Artefacto students
Join Anna Ivanova's 14-hour watercolor realism program, designed for advanced artists to refine their skills from foundational techniques to complex texture and tone studies in various subjects.
Enhance your learning with 4 exclusive Zoom sessions by Anna Ivanova, where you'll paint 4 more masterpieces and learn advanced techniques to fully unlock watercolor realism.
Our learning program at a glance
During this program, you will:
- Explore different shading techniques to add depth to your sketches and paintings
- Experiment with various materials and understand their effects on realism
- Produce a detailed and realistic still life painting, natural scenes and more
- Create a lifelike portrait of a person, emphasizing facial features and expression
- Understand the anatomy of animals as well as human anatomy
- Focus on creating realistic textures such as hair, fur, porcelain, fabric, etc.
CREATE YOUR OWN PORTFOLIO OF OVER 10 REALISTICWATERCOLORS!
Do you find yourself facing any of these challenges?
- Struggle with mixing more nuanced hues that capture the subtle tones of your subjects
- Perfecting water control to achieve intricate textures, such as the delicate transparency of fabric or the fine nuances of skin
- Fail to apply layering techniques to add depth and luminosity without muddying your colors
- Utilizing the drying times of watercolors to create specific effects
- Preserving the white of the paper for highlights in complex compositions
- Creating lifelike textures in reflective surfaces or expressive portraiture
- Developing detailed works that convey deeper meaning or emotion
This is exactly the focus of our GUIDED learning program that covers all of those and gives the practical TOOLS to make it EASY and guarantee amazing results!
“Anna Ivanova's mastery of realism in watercolor inspired me to push beyond my limits. Her teachings are a treasure map to discovering one's artistic voice.”
Artefacto students
Learning Program
(6 modules, 14 hours)
Module One:
Basic sketching and
shading techniques
Practice drawing simple geometric shapes with precise lines and right proportions.
2 lessons, 55 min
You'll gain insight into the impact of quality materials on your artwork, empowering you to make choices that enhance your watercolor techniques and overall artistic expression.
Basic sketching and shading techniques
See how to depict a sphere, cube, and cylinder that lie in the base of many subjects we paint.
Materials exploration
Experiment with various materials and understand their effects on the realism of your artwork.
Module Two: Still Life Mastery
Developing the skills for realistic still life painting.
3 lessons, 2 h 15 min
Master the nuances of still life painting and create a collection of realistic watercolors with various subjects.
Detailed objects. Drawing
Draw a jug, paying attention to tones and details and prepare for painting.
Detailed objects. Watercolor
Practice capturing intricate details of subjects in your still life.
Light and shadow study
Focus on understanding and painting light and shadow in a still life.
Lighting and Texture
Produce a detailed and realistic still life painting with a focus on lighting and texture.
Module Three: Wildlife and Nature
Explore realism in wildlife and see how to paint animal coat textures.
3 lessons, 2h 30 min
Paint a portrait of a horse and a landscape with a stone and water.
Drawing a pony
See how to draw horse's head, keeping the right proportions and conveying facial expression.
A pony in watercolor
Paint a white horse in watercolor. Learn to mix colors for getting tender shades and create a harmony of a horse and a background.
Natural landscape
Practice painting natural scenes realistically.
Module Four: Portraits - From Basics to Advanced
Master realistic portrait painting with watercolor.
3 lessons, 3 h 30 min
Explore basic facial features and create 4 beautiful portraits.
Basic facial features. Part I
Learn to draw eyes from different angles: frontal, 3/4, and profile.
Basic facial features. Part II
Learn to draw nose and mouth from different angles.
- nose positions: frontal, 3/4, and profile
- mouth positions: frontal, 3/4, and profile.
A girl in profile
Make a portrait sketch of a girl with a delicate skin color on the bright background, maintaining color harmony and creating luminosity.
A girl with ginger hair
Paint a girl with long ginger hair, focus on conveying the skin tone, and learn how to paint curls with watercolor.
A smiling girl
Learn to mix colors for a dark skin tone and see how to make a portrait sketch of a smiling woman, keeping likeness with the reference photo and avoiding overworking.
Lady in a hat. Drawing
Make a drawing for your future portrait, focusing on proportions and facial expression.
Lady in a hat. Painting
Create a lifelike portrait of a person, emphasizing facial features and expression.
Module Five: Figure Drawing and Painting
Master the art of drawing and painting a human figure with precision.
2 lessons, 3 h
See how to convey movement and depict graceful dancing figures.
Proportions and anatomy, gestures and poses. Part I
Draw a dancing ballerina, paying more attention to arms and face.
Proportions and anatomy, gestures and poses. Part II
Draw a standing ballerina with a music instrument, working with light and shadows.
Proportions and anatomy, gestures and poses. Part III
Draw a figure in a complex pose and convey movement with semi-abstract strokes.
Clothing and drapery. Drawing
Explore the details of clothing and drapery on the figure.
Clothing and drapery. Watercolor
Make a beautiful watercolor using a drawing you’ve prepared and see how to create light and contrasts, conveying the facial expression and the texture of a dancer’s dress.
Module Six: Masterpiece Creation
Bring it all together in your masterpiece
1 lesson, 1 h 44 min
Make a painting with ballerinas and practice all the skills you gained at the program.
Final artwork. Drawing
Create a complex composition with several fugures in light tutus.
Final artwork. Watercolor
Practice all the skills you gained at the program, conveying light shades of tutus and making soft watercolor washes.
Module Seven: Conclusion
Summing up the results of the program, summarizing the learned techniques that helped to cope with difficult paintings. A creative task.
About Anna’s method
Anna Ivanova's approach to watercolor realism blends meticulous attention to detail with a unique sensitivity to the emotional undercurrents of her subjects.
This distinctive blend not only captures the physical accuracy but also evokes the deeper, often unseen essence of every scene she paints.
“Through Anna's eyes, realism in watercolor becomes a dance of light and shadow. I'm not just painting scenes; I'm narrating stories untold.”
Artefacto students
Our happy students about Anna's method
What will we achieve during this learning program?
01
Build a versatile skill set, enabling you to approach any subject with confidence
02
Create your OWN PORTFOLIO of over 10 realistic watercolor paintings! That you can hang on the wall, present or sell!
03
SHOWCASE and even SELL your art GLOBALLY at the exclusive Artefacto Online Exhibition
04
Develop and refine your own artistic style, integrating learned techniques with personal expressio
05
Master the nuances of hues, values and saturation that bring realism to life
06
Receive an official CERTIFICATE of completion, recognizing your artistic achievements and skills
Your guided support along the journey
Get individual written feedback on your paintings
You will get feedback on 10 paintings and 8 drawing practices from a professional curator during the first 90 days of studying (Premium plan*).
- You will get a detailed review from the curator highlighting key areas for improvement and providing recommendations!
- The curator is an artist who has formal education in a fine art academy and is trained to provide feedback/critique to the artworks.
*Spots on these plans are limited.
Join our international and artistic community with a dedicated Community Manager!
- Students support and inspire each other every day
- They share advice, discuss the drawings and give feedback on them
- Like-minded people discuss various art-related topics there
- They feel at home with their friends
This community is moderated by a dedicated professional Community Manager and our Support Team!
Meet your instructor
Anna Ivanova
“Joining the painting community felt like finding my tribe. We grow and heal together, one brushstroke at a time. It's more than art; it's a support system.”
Artefacto students
Anna Ivanova
Author of the program
- A winner at prestigious international competitions (Shanghai International Watercolour Biennial, 2012; The International Young Masters Invitational Exhibition, 2016; TWWCE, 2016)
- Participant of various national and international exhibitions (Re-interpretation, China; World Watercolor Exhibition, Thailand; Castra, Slovenia; Fabriano in Acquarello, Italy; Masters of watercolor, Russia etc.)
- Instructor of workshops in Europe and Asia
Examples of Anna's work
Mastering Realism in Art: From Basics to Expertise
Standard
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- Graduation Online Session
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- 1 year access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
- «Paint to Earn» loyalty program (earn up to 700 Articoins \ $70)
- Exhibit your work at Exclusive Artefacto Online Exhibition for program members
- Bonus: 100 ArtiCoins
Premium
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- Graduation Online Session
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- 1 year access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
- «Paint to Earn» loyalty program (earn up to 700 Articoins \ $70)
- Exhibit your work at Exclusive Artefacto Online Exhibition for program members
- Official certificate of completion
- Individual feedback from a professional curator on each of the 5 paintings within 90 days
- Bonus: 150 ArtiCoins
Standard
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- Graduation Online Session
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- 1 year access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
- «Paint to Earn» loyalty program (earn up to 700 Articoins \ $70)
- Exhibit your work at Exclusive Artefacto Online Exhibition for program members
- Bonus: 100 ArtiCoins
Premium
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- Graduation Online Session
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- 1 year access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
- «Paint to Earn» loyalty program (earn up to 700 Articoins \ $70)
- Exhibit your work at Exclusive Artefacto Online Exhibition for program members
- Official certificate of completion
- Individual feedback from a professional curator on each of the 5 paintings within 90 days
- Bonus: 150 ArtiCoins
"When I'm painting, it's like the world slows down and my worries fade. It's my go-to for stress relief and a real mood booster."
Artefacto students
All the graduates may take part in Artefacto Online Exhibition
Here are the exemplarily results of our Third Online Exhibition:
- 92 students exhibited their works
- We awarded 8 winners in 5 categories
- Winners got the winner certificates, Koval sketchbooks, free 1 month membership in "Artefacto Family" and other valuable prizes
- All participants received the bonus of 50 ArtiCoins
Paintings by the winners of our last exhibition: Marian Mattinson, Miriam Tió, Greshna Dibble, Alba Cruz, Tejaswini Gangan, Svitlana Eccles-Kuznetsova, Manuela Vianello and Suneeta Verma.
How many ArtiCoins will you earn in this program? (available in all plans)
- Join the learning program, complete the tasks, and earn ArtiCoins. Within the course, you can earn up to 700 ArtiCoins (ca. $70)
- + 150 ArtiCoins upon payment for the program
- Exchange those for additional lessons and courses in our ArtiStore! (get 8-9 additional lessons for 850 ArtiCoins)
THIS OFFER IS VALID FOR ALL PLANS, INCL. INSTALLMENT PLAN
Your curator Olga Karlsson
Watercolor artist Sweden
- Olga is a practicing artist interested in the medium of watercolor and acrylic.
- After graduating from the St Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering she has been working as an architect in St Petersburg and has founded a school of aesthetic education for children.
- Olga came to Sweden in 1993, she is a self employed, manages an art courses in Karlstad and all over Sweden (online).
- Olga participated in national and international exhibitions and competitions such as IWS Fabriano Acquarello (2019, 2022), IWS Bulgaria (2019) , IWS Malajsia (2021).
HERE YOU MAY FIND OLGA'S WORKS
Examples of Olga's works
You have no risks - we support you!
100% guarantee
If the In case after 1-2 lessons of the learning program within the first week, you realize that using our approach you cannot create a drawing,
If the YOU WILL GET YOUR MONEY BACK!
Freeze for Premium plan
If the start date is not convenient we freeze the learning program for as long as you want (1 time free of charge) .
Freedom & Mobility
Access to the lessons at any time. Go through the lessons at a comfortable pace. Watch the lessons on your smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
How is our learning program organized?
BEFORE LEARNING
PROGRAM
Full learning program
List of learning program materials
Friendly community of beginner and professional artists
AT LEARNING PROGRAM
Recorded video lessons
Closed students' chat
Feedback from curator
For completing tasks you'll receive Articoins
AFTER LEARNING
PROGRAM
Certificate of Completion
Own Portfolio
Graduation Session
Online Exhibition
Skills and knowledge for the whole life
Part of our art community
Watch the video lessons on any device
Let's paint!
Contact us
For customer care:
info@artefactoschool.online
For collaborations:
miroslava.artefacto@gmail.com
Contact the founder:
miroslava.artefacto@gmail.com
Our working hours:
Monday — Friday
7 am — 6 pm Central European Time (CET)
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