Beginner Watercolor: Vibrant, Energetic Abstract Colorfields

Fun and easy abstract painting. Step by step instructions as we paint together.

What you'll learn

How to paint easy abstract color fields with watercolor.

This class is for all levels. Beginners and experienced painters and crafters will enjoy this course.

You will learn loose watercolor techniques in this class.

You will learn about color selection, especially contrasting colors to create vibrant energetic paintings.

We will explore using the Rule of Thirds to create a pleasing composition.

You will learn about abstract color field painting, inspired by Rothko.

We will practice watercolor techniques through our painting process, such as flat washes, gradient washes, and more.

I walk you through the entire process, real time, and share my thoughts, tips, and tricks along the way.

Requirements

No prior knowledge of watercolor needed.

Basic watercolor supplies needed for this course.

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Description

Beginner Watercolor Painting: Vibrant, Energetic Abstract Color FieldsWelcome to class! Let's paint wonderful abstract color field paintings together!In this beginner class, we will create fun and easy abstract watercolor paintings. :) I'll be with you every step of the way, as we paint and explore our watercolors through abstract color field painting.First, we will take a look at our color wheel and choose our colors. I hope to inspire you to be very brave and choose contrasting colors to create vibrant, energetic paintings!Next, I'll we'll chat a little about the composition "Rule of Thirds".Once we have our plan for colors and composition, we are on to painting! I demonstrate 3 different color fields you can paint to create a cohesive collection (a set!) of paintings that you can frame and hang on your wall, use for craft projects, or even backgrounds for hand lettering.I focus on the basics, explaining each step as we paint together.We will practice watercolor techniques through our painting process, such as flat washes, gradient washes, and more. I walk you through the entire process, real time, and share my thoughts, tips, and tricks along the way.So, I hope you will join me and explore watercolor together!And, almost like magic, our watercolor skills will grow!Happy Painting,Jessica

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome!

Lecture 2 Supplies

Lecture 3 To Tape or not to Tape?

Section 2: Choosing Color and Composition Discussion

Lecture 4 Choosing Complimentary Colors with the Color Wheel

Lecture 5 Rule of Thirds Composition Chat

Section 3: Paint the Paintings!

Lecture 6 Paint the Painting! Abstract Color Field 1

Lecture 7 Color Selection: "Stripey" Abstract Color Field 2

Lecture 8 Paint the Painting! "Stripey" Color Field

Lecture 9 Paint the Painting! Gradient Abstract Color Field

Section 4: Let's Chat!

Lecture 10 Results Chat

Lecture 11 Project Chat! Please share your paintings :-D

Section 5: Thank you!

Lecture 12 Thank you! Let's connect.

This course is for beginners and anyone who wants to enjoy painting fun and easy abstract color fields with watercolor.,Beginner watercolor students interested in quick project based paintings.,Students that are interested in picking up new watercolor tips and tricks.,Curious about watercolors or want to learn more about them.,Anyone who LOVES abstract painting.