Let’s Paint Flowers in Watercolor
In this class students will follow along with me as we paint simple, loose watercolor flowers.
Annika Greaney
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(177)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
In this class students will follow along with me step by step as we paint loose watercolor flowers. This class is great for beginners as well as more experienced watercolorists who simply want to practice their skills. We will cover a variation of the 3 basic watercolor techniques : wet on wet, wet on dry, and dry on dry. Students will learn how to use single brushstrokes to create petals, leaves, and other details. Students will learn not only how to paint with watercolor, but also why we may use one technique or a certain color over another. I will also go over how to use reference photos for inspiration. By the end of class each student should have a fully finished piece.* Week 1: Rose Week 2: Cone flowers and Black Eyed Susans Week 3: Hydrangeas Week 4: Sunflowers Week 5: Hibiscus Week 6: Iris Week 7: Peony Week 8: Daffodils Week 9: Ranunculus Week 10: Anemones Week 11: Cherry Blossoms Week 12: Pansies Week 13: Lilacs Week 14: Carnations Week 15: Plumeria Week 16: Lupines Week 17: Poppies and Cornflowers Week 18: Cosmos Week 19: Lillies Week 20: Roses Week 21: Daisies Week 22: Chrysanthemums Week 23: Tulips Week 24: Bellflowers *Everyone paints at their own pace, so I will remain 15 minutes after each class to help any students that fall behind. Please feel free to request a new time slot if there aren’t any that work for you. I will be using Arches 100% cotton, 140lb cold pressed watercolor paper. While you don’t need this specific brand I would recommend using paper that has the same qualities since cheap or non watercolor paper can cause problems and lead to frustration. Strathmore is a fairly decent alternative brand that costs $12 for a 9x12 pad at Hobby Lobby. (Cheaper if you use a coupon.)
Other Details
Supply List
1. Watercolor paper: I will be using Arches 140lb cold pressed watercolor paper. I will be using a 6x9inch sheet of paper 2. Water cups: 1 for clean 1 for dirty water 3. Paint brushes: You will want a range of sizes. I recommend round, pointed tip brushes but please use what you’re most comfortable with. 4. Paper towel/rag: for cleaning our brushes 5. Paint: Standard watercolor set 6. Palette: Most watercolor palettes have one built in, if yours does not, a glass/plastic/ceramic bowl or plate will work just fine 7. Masking, painters, or Washi tape 8: Reference photo I will provide each week
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
4.9
177reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi, I’m Annika and I love all things arts and crafts related. I teach watercolor and acrylic classes. In both of these I will teach your children different ways to hold a paintbrush in order to achieve various effects. We will also learn different ways of shading and blending as well as how to use a reference photo to achieve the desired affect.
I have had multiple art teachers over the years who have all come from different countries and backgrounds. Each one has taught me something different that has helped me become a better artist, and I look forward to sharing what they have taught me with the next generation of artists.
I believe art should be fun and exciting and with as few boundaries as possible. This means using materials considered “unconventional,” such as glitter, rhinestones, sequins, and anything else that inspires you. When it comes to art there is no limit to what you can accomplish.Reviews
Live Group Class
$11
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 125 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-10 learners per class
