Course by Nicholas Tobias
Watercolor Mastery: From Basic Strokes to Advanced Techniques
Explore watercolor joyfully in our 7-module course, creating 5 paintings and conquering painting fears. Benefit from expert-led online sessions and tailored support for an enriching experience.
6,5 hours of HD video • 5 paintings • Subtitles in 6 languages • Lifetime access
At a Glance
At a Glance
Do you feel you lack the confidence or knowledge to master watercolor?
Join Nicholas Tobias' course for a rich, 6.5-hour watercolor journey, featuring a mix of pre-recorded guided by expert artists. Progress from beginner to confident artist, culminating in a diverse portfolio of 5 paintings.
Receive personalized feedback from a curator on your paintings and historical insights from an art historian.
This is your step-by-step journey from your first stroke to the confidence and joy of painting!
Is This Course Right for You?
Understand their impact on your art's potential
Learn how proper water utilization can transform your paintings
Master wet-into-wet techniques, and achieving nuanced visual elements
Practice color mixing on paper and learn to capture light effectively
Solidify your techniques through hands-on practice
Course Table of Contents
Module One: Using the right materials
In this module, you will learn how to expertly choose your watercolor materials, discerning the essentials from those less crucial, and understand why the right selection is pivotal to leveraging watercolor's full potential.
Module Two: Loosening up
In this module, you will learn how to overcome common hurdles beginners face in watercolor painting. Discover the advantages of using adequate water, and get hands-on practice in manipulating water on paper to enhance transparency and flow.
2 lessons, 1 hours 4 min
Module Three: Creating contrasts in our washes
In this module, you will learn how to introduce nuanced tonal values and transparency into your watercolor paintings. You'll master the skill of creating stark contrasts and subtle transparencies in a single wash, allowing for more dynamic and expressive artwork.
2 lessons, 1 hours 16 min
Module Four. Building more definition within a wet wash
In this module, you will learn how to master the wet-into-wet watercolor technique to create paintings rich in soft gradients and subtle transitions. You'll explore the concept of 'lost and found' elements within your compositions, a method to suggest details without defining them explicitly.
2 lessons, 1 hours 43 min
Module Five: Introducing colour variation within our washes
In this module, you will learn how to apply color theory to your watercolor paintings, using the three primary colors and understanding the interplay between warm and cool hues.
2 lessons, 1 hours 49 min
Module Six: Creating atmosphere and mood with fluid washes
In this module, you will learn how to apply the watercolor techniques you've learned to create paintings that are rich in atmosphere and depth.
2 lessons, 1 hours 54 min
Conclusion
Summing up the results of the course, summarizing the learned techniques that helped to cope with difficult paintings. A creative assignment from Nicholas in which you are asked to revise and improve on your initial painting of the Australian outback, bringing your own individual creative aspects to it and emphasizing a larger wash technique.
This Is What You Will Paint
Nicholas's Method
- His approach combines a deep appreciation for material quality with a focus on overcoming common challenges through practice.
- He advocates for a balance of color theory and practical application, ensuring students not only learn to paint but also understand the 'why' behind their techniques.
- Nicholas nurtures a step-by-step progression that builds confidence and skill, fostering an atmosphere of discovery and expression.
Support and feedback
During your studies, you receive personal feedback from professionals and the support of a creative community of like — minded people - learning becomes easier, more inspiring and more interesting.
Get individual written feedback on your paintings
- 5 detailed reviews of your final paintings + 1 creative task within the first 75 days.
- Professional feedback from a curator - Terrilynn Dubreuil (Premium plan)
- Expert critique from an academically trained fine artist.
Join our international and artistic community
- Connect with like-minded artists, share advice and feedback.
- Join daily discussions on drawings and art-related topics.
- Enjoy a welcoming space moderated by our Community Manager and Support Team.
Certificate of completion for Premium Plan
Upon completion of the course for the students of Premium plan 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.
Meet Your Instructor
- Nick is an urban designer by trade and over the years watercolour has developed from hobby to passion to lifestyle.
- Nick is inspired through travel taking memories, in the form of photos, sketches and plein air paintings, back to the studio to recreate the feel of light.
- This aspect of watercolour is what excites him as atmosphere and emotion can be fully expressed through the play of light.
- Nick has exhibited at various events in the UK including at the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours Exhibition at the Mall Galleries in Central London.
- Recently Nick achieved the top 200 Merit award in the 2021 International Watercolours Masters competition.
What Will You Achieve During This course?
Mastery of water control, overcoming common beginner challenges and optimizing your technique.
Create your OWN PORTFOLIO of over 5 paintings! That you can hang on the wall, present or sell!
Expertise in achieving nuanced tonal values, contrasts, and transparency in your paintings
The ability to create atmospheric, depth-rich paintings, imbuing your artworks with emotion and atmosphere
Receive an official CERTIFICATE of completion, recognizing your artistic achievements and skills
CHOOSE YOUR PLAN
Plan
Standard
"Watercolor Mastery: From Basic Strokes to Advanced Techniques"
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- LIFETIME access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
Bonus
- 30 ArtiCoins
Plan
Premium
"Watercolor Mastery: From Basic Strokes to Advanced Techniques"
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- LIFETIME access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
- Individual feedback from a professional curator on each of the 5 paintings + 1 creative task within 75 days
- Certificate of completion
Bonus
- 40 ArtiCoins
Plan
Standard
"Landscapes and cityscapes set"
Course "Watercolor Mastery" + Course "Atmospheric Light in Watercolor"
- 7 modules + 17 video lessons in full HD (18 hours)
- 10 watercolor works by the end of the courses
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- LIFETIME access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
Bonus
- 60 ArtiCoins
Plan
Standard
"Watercolor Mastery: From Basic Strokes to Advanced Techniques"
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- LIFETIME access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
Bonus
- 30 ArtiCoins
Plan
Premium
"Watercolor Mastery: From Basic Strokes to Advanced Techniques"
- 7 modules with lessons in full HD (6.5 hours)
- 5 watercolor works by the end of the course
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- LIFETIME access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
- Individual feedback from a professional curator on each of the 5 paintings + 1 creative task within 75 days
- Certificate of completion
Bonus
- 40 ArtiCoins
Plan
Standard
"Landscapes and cityscapes set"
Course "Watercolor Mastery" + Course "Atmospheric Light in Watercolor"
- 7 modules + 17 video lessons in full HD (18 hours)
- 10 watercolor works by the end of the courses
- 24/7 access from any location at your own pace
- LIFETIME access to the video lessons
- Access to the moderated students community on WhatsApp
Bonus
- 60 ArtiCoins
You Have No Risks — We Support You!
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7 modules. 5 paintings. Always know what's next. No guesswork. No overwhelm.
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Full refund within 14 days if it's not the right fit after the first lessons.
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Lifetime access to every video. 2 hours a week is enough.
Materials for the COURSE
1) Watercolor Palette: A limited palette is fine — Nicholas covers his recommended colors in the first lesson
2) Watercolor Paper: 140lb (300gsm) minimum, 9×12″ or larger. Cold press or rough. 100% cotton rag paper recommended
3) Watercolor Brushes: One large flat wash brush (3/4"—1″). One round brush (size 6, 8, or 10) that forms a sharp point when wet
4) Good Extras to Have on Hand: Plastic wrap, old toothbrush, spray bottle with water
Lots of flexibility with supplies — no need for exact items!
FAQ
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You already know why you love watercolor.
But you also know the frustration of a painting that almost works – but doesn't. Something is missing, and you can't figure out what.
This program closes that gap. Until one day you finish a piece and know: this is what I was trying to say.
That's not talent. That's a repeatable process.