Middle School Art-Watercolor Silhouette Landscape
✨✨$10 off coupon below! ✨✨ Learn to create striking landscape silhouettes in watercolor! Master gradient skies, bold shadows, and atmospheric effects while painting minimalistic scenes of trees and more. All skill levels welcome!
Erika Waters, Licensed Art Teacher, K-12
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(13)
New on Outschool
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Advanced Level
✨✨Use code WATERSERIKA10 for $10 off this class!✨✨ In this one time workshop, you’ll learn how to create a dramatic landscape silhouette using watercolors. Perfect for all skill levels, we’ll cover techniques like gradient washes, creating stunning sky effects, and painting bold silhouettes of trees, fences, and grass. You’ll discover how to play with light and dark to emphasize the contrast between delicate backgrounds and striking silhouettes, while mastering watercolor methods like wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry. By the end of the class, you’ll have a finished landscape ready to frame, with the skills to create minimalistic yet powerful watercolor scenes. Join us and explore the beauty of silhouette art!
Other Details
Supply List
Watercolor or Mixed Media paper, 9x12 or a heavy weight paper of at least 90 lbs, variety of paint brushes (a very thin bristled paintbrush is helpful for creating tree branches), watercolor paint, pencil, water bucket, paper towel
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2024
5.0
13reviews
New on Outschool
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Appalachian State University
Hi there! I’m Erika Waters, and I’ve been teaching art for 18 years across a variety of settings—public schools, art studios, and homeschool co-ops. Additionally, I've taught English online for 5 years. With a BFA in Art Education (K-12), I’ve had the privilege of sharing my love for art with students of all ages and backgrounds.
My teaching philosophy is simple yet profound: art isn’t just about creating beautiful images; it’s about connecting to the world around us. Whether we’re sketching, painting, or exploring mixed media, every project helps us develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we live in. Art teaches us to observe more closely, think more creatively, and express our unique perspectives. I believe that learning to be better at art helps us connect more deeply with life itself.
In my classes, I strive to create a fun, engaging, and educational environment where students feel empowered to explore, experiment, and grow. I believe that art should be a joyful experience, and I aim to inspire creativity, confidence, and curiosity in every student I work with.
When I’m not teaching, you’ll likely find me camping with my husband and three kids, tending to my garden, or sipping on a warm cup of chai tea—my favorite way to unwind and recharge. I’m so excited to share this creative journey with you and help you develop your artistic skills while having lots of fun along the way!
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-4 learners per class
