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Watercolor Snacks
In this 4-week online course, students will learn the basics of watercolor painting. They will learn the basic techniques and then apply their learnings as they paint delicious and colorful watercolor snacks. No prior art experience needed!
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
During this class, the students will get an introduction to watercolors by painting a series of delicious snacks! We will cover a few basic watercolor techniques and then apply those techniques in painting the following snacks: a popsicle, a donut, and a stack of macarons. The class structure includes a brief intro about the teacher and then step by step demonstration of each painting. The students will have an opportunity to ask questions and receive feedback on their artwork. My teaching...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Basic Watercolor TechniquesIn this class, the students will learn all about simple and beginner friendly watercolor techniques. They'll have an opportunity to practice the techniques and receive feedback and any guidance they may need.Week 2Lesson 2Watercolor PopsicleIn this lesson we will use some of the basic watercolor techniques from the first lesson to paint a fun and colorful popsicle! This lesson will also guide the students to paint a variety of colorful and joyful popsicles.Week 3Lesson 3Watercolor DonutIn this lesson, the students will learn how to paint a watercolor donut, applying the techniques learned in previous lessons and reinforcing that knowledge.Week 4Lesson 4Watercolor MacaronsIn this lesson, the students will learn how to paint a stack of watercolor macarons, which is a delicious French pastry that comes in many colors.
- Students will gain confidence in painting with watercolors and also encouragement to be creative and not jugemental towards their art.
- They will learn the following basic watercolor techniques: wet on wet, wet on dry, lifting a highlight, adding a shadow.
- Each watercolor snack shape will be broken down into simple shapes. Each student will be able to follow along and create their own version of the snack.
- The students will learn how to paint a donut, a popsicle and a stack of macarons.
I'm a published author of the book Watercolor Snacks (https://www.amazon.com/Watercolor-Snacks-Inspiring-Sketching-Painting/dp/1681987155/). I've been hosting workshops, virtually and in person, for the last 6 years, teaching students of all ages on how to tap into their inner artist and enjoy the power of self expression with watercolors. I've also taught online courses and tutorials on Youtube, Skillshare and others.
Grading
Frequency: Available upon requestDetails: A Certificate of Completion will be provided to students who attend all of the lessons.
Students will need the following: - watercolor paper, 140lbs in weight (recommended brand is Canson) - a medium sized watercolor brush (size 6 or 8) - a set of watercolor paints - a jar with water - a paper towel - a pencil and eraser
Joined May, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from Troy University
Hi sweet friend! I'm Volta, and I love colors and snacks! And cats! I've been a professional watercolor artist for over 6 years. My favorite part about my journey is sharing my love of watercolors with others. I published my first book,...
Group Class
$9
weekly or $35 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
35 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-10 learners per class
