The Wonders of Watercolor
In this single, hour-long class, students will learn foundational techniques, tricks, and tips for making majestic watercolor paintings.
Emily Ingram-Patel (she/her)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(72)
Rising Star
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass Experience
Watercolors are easy to use, but much more so if you know their quirks. In this class, we learn how to make watercolor paint extra exciting by exploring the ways it works and moves, best practices for watercolor painting, and basic tips and tricks for creating watercolor masterpieces. We start with a 20-minute follow-along workshop of tips, tricks, and paint stroke techniques followed by a 40-minute follow-along tutorial of a fun, mystical, seasonal or holiday scene. Artists, get ready to get creative, as you are the master of your picture! I give you the basic scenery, and you decide what fun and creative elements you'd like to add to yours. I always encourage questions, discussion, and sharing ideas. This is a beginner class, ideal for students who have little to no experience with watercolor painting. ~~Seasonal Schedule~~ June 26th: A summer beach scene I find that a teacher is only as good as their flexibility. I use structure to guide students in achieving certain skills, but I leave the experimentation, creativity, and imagination up to them! I actively strive to learn from my students as much as they can learn from me.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to apply watercolor paint, the wet-on-wet method, dry-brush method, blooms, paint layering, and lifting. They will develop creativity and imaginative skills.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
On October 29th, we will be creating a Halloween Pumpkin Patch scene. Content will be monitored.
Supply List
Watercolor paints (palettes): $6+ At least two sheets of thick paper (watercolor paper is best. Michael's or Target sells it in pads): $4+ Watercolor paint brushes (Michael's): $6+ Pencil Eraser 2 cups of water An old rag or paper towels White crayon *Optional: Masking or Painter's tape
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2020
4.9
72reviews
Rising Star
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Associate's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Cuesta Community College
I received my AA in studio art in 2016, and I have been teaching art since 2020, when I led a paint tutorial for a sixth grade birthday party that was almost cancelled due to the pandemic. I really enjoyed the experience and became excited about the idea of sharing art and creativity with other artists. I love both the science and subjectiveness of art--I think there's a lot we can learn from it, and I can't wait to share it with your learners!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 22 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-9 learners per class
