Watercolor Painting: Art Club!
Each week in this ongoing course, students will paint a watercolor picture, using a variety of techniques and reference material. Topics will include landscapes, animals, and still life scenes.
Ms. Abi Spinolo
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(123)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Using a step by step approach, and a variety of techniques, students will learn how to create simple and dynamic paintings, how to use watercolor paint to its best advantage, and paint a variety of subjects. I try to maintain a calm and engaging environment, emphasizing the process of creating art over the end result. I truly believe any one with an interest and willingness to learn can have a great time in this class, though some familiarity with watercolor is helpful. Class time can vary a little bit depending on the number of learners attending, and the complexity of the topic. Though I try to avoid it, sometimes class topics take two sessions (so two weeks) to finish up. I will always update the class listing to show if thats happening, with a “part 2” in the weekly topics section at the end of this description. Materials used will be a watercolor sketchbook or paper, drawing pencil, eraser, and watercolor paint in a variety of colors, and watercolor brushes, paper towel or rag to wipe brushes, and a cup of water. After these dates, new topics will be added, and student requests can always be incorporated into the schedule at any time. Please feel free to contact me with any questions regarding this class, if you are interested in a private class, or introduction to watercolor lesson for your learner. ALL Sections, unless otherwise noted, or a private class. CLASS TOPICS Week of February 2, 2025- Winter Creek Week of February 9, 2025- Snow Drop Flower Week of February 6, 2025- Teal Pitcher Still Life Week of February 23, 2025- Winter Beach Week of March 2, 2025- Deer Week of March 9, 2025- Clouds and Sun Rays Week of March 16, 2025- Orange Still Life Week of March 23, 2025- Winter Tree with Stone Wall Week of March 30, 2025- Lavender Field Week of April 6, 2025- Moose Week of April 13, 2025- Yellow Bell Pepper Still Life Week of April 20, 2025- Chickadee Week of April 27, 2025- Blue Berries Week of May 4, 2025- Snowy Mountains with hikers Week of May 11, 2025- Blue Glass Bottle Week of May 18, 2025- Lantern and Trees Week of May 25, 2025- Dove Week of June 1, 2025- Coffee Cup Week of June 8,2025- Aurora Week of June 15, 2025- Rocks and Greenery Week of June 22, 2025- Spring Trees Week of June 29, 2025- Chili Pepper Still Life Week of July 6, 2025- Willow Tree Week of July 13, 2025- Swan at Sunrise Week of July 20, 2025- Sunflower Week of July 27, 2025- Lake Sunset and Mountains Week of August 3, 2025- Red Glass Bottle Still Life Week of August 10, 2025- Lily Pads Week of August 17, 2025-Rocks flowers Week of August 24, 2025- Bunny Rabbit Week of August 31, 2025- Cardinal
Learning Goals
Students will gain familiarity with techniques used in watercolor painting.
Other Details
Supply List
Materials used will be watercolor sketchbook, drawing pencil, eraser, watercolor paint in a variety of colors, watercolor brushes, water cup, and paper towels. Optional materials include, gel pens, colored pencils, or oil pastels.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2020
4.8
123reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi there!
My name is Abi. My passion and expertise are in drawing and watercolor painting, but I also dabble in and have taught the basics in a few other mediums, such as acrylic painting, oil pastel, charcoal, and colored pencil.
I’ve been drawing and painting since very early childhood and have always embraced it as a part of who I am, and known it to be valuable resource in my life. A lot of my inspiration comes from the landscapes around me, or the feelings events, the weather, and books inspire in me. I believe that art is an outlet for both processing feelings or events through life, and is an underused tool to develop skills in observation and critical thinking. My teaching style is calm and centered in being a safe space and showing that the creative process can provide joy and peace. Mistakes happen, but its never the end of the world or something to be ashamed of. I'm dedicated to helping people better understand the world around them and to developing relationships to enrich life through art. I believe anyone who is interested and willing to try can become an artist.
I have been an art teacher for four years, and before that had six years of experience in support roles providing supervision and guidance to children within classroom and day-care settings.
In my free time I enjoy being outside, knitting, crocheting and am a big fiction reader. This year I hope to use my sketchbook practice to document my walks, bird sightings, and travels.Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 62 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-6 learners per class
