Painting The Nordics: The Ultimate Watercolor Course

Sketch and Paint 30 Different Beautiful Nordic and Scandinavian Landscapes In Less Than An Hour Each!

What you'll learn

How to paint a beautiful Nordic or Scandinavian scene

How to sketch and plan your watercolour painting in pencil before you start painting

How and when to use wet-in-wet watercolor techniques to paint clouds, buildings, water, skies, land

How to add people into your painting in a natural and simple way

How to layer effectively to add extra details

How to combine layers to create depth naturally

How to paint simple shadows and identify or choose a light source in your painting

How to paint simple paintings of any landscape in watercolor

Learn the secrets to creating convincing urban and natural landscapes in colour from start to finish

Requirements

No prerequisites.

Description

Welcome to an exhilarating journey into the world of watercolor painting - where every brushstroke tells a story, and every scene captures a piece of the Nordic magic!Have you ever gazed at a breathtaking Nordic landscape and dreamed of recreating its enchanting beauty on paper? Whether you're just beginning your artistic adventure or looking to expand your creative horizons, this course is your invitation to transform those dreams into vivid, impressionistic masterpieces.Throughout our adventure, you'll explore 30 mesmerizing Nordic scenes. Together, we'll journey through every step—from the initial sketch and thoughtful composition to the artful dance of light and shadow, culminating in those delicate final details that make your painting truly come alive. With each lesson, you'll discover techniques that empower you to turn a simple photograph into a living, breathing work of art that reflects your unique creative spirit.What’s in store for you?Master Essential Techniques:Wet-in-Wet Magic: Learn how varying wetness levels can create stunning, fluid effects.Wet-on-Dry Dynamics: Discover how this method brings crispness and definition to your work.Light and Shadow: Unlock the secrets to infusing depth and drama into your landscapes.Everyday Elements: Practice painting nature, buildings, and people, making every scene vibrant and relatable.Hands-On, Paint-Along Demonstrations:Follow along as I guide you through 30 step-by-step projects, each designed to build your skills and boost your confidence. Experience my creative process in real-time, gaining insights that will help you tackle any scene with ease and precision.Each lesson is a stepping stone towards unlocking your full artistic potential. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, this course is packed with tools, techniques, and inspiration to help you create awe-inspiring Nordic landscapes that resonate with life and emotion. So, are you ready to unleash your inner artist and dive into the captivating world of watercolors? Let’s embark on this creative adventure together. I can’t wait to see the masterpieces you’ll create!*Reference Photos can be found and downloaded under the 'Materials Required' Lecture

Overview

Section 1: Introduction & Materials Required

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Materials Required

Section 2: Practical Exercises and Theory

Lecture 3 Essential Watercolour Techniques

Lecture 4 Painting Light & Shadow - Stockholm

Lecture 5 Painting Light & Shadow - Bergen

Section 3: Paint Along Demonstrations

Lecture 6 Iceland Beach Drawing

Lecture 7 Iceland Beach Painting

Lecture 8 Iceland Beach Finishing

Lecture 9 Vaxholm Drawing

Lecture 10 Vaxholm Painting

Lecture 11 Vaxholm Finishing

Lecture 12 Iceland Mountains Drawing

Lecture 13 Iceland Mountains Painting

Lecture 14 Iceland Mountains Finishing

Lecture 15 Kirkjufell Drawing

Lecture 16 Kirkjufell Painting

Lecture 17 Kirkjufell Finishing

Lecture 18 Helsinki Drawing

Lecture 19 Helsinki Painting

Lecture 20 Helsinki Finishing

Lecture 21 Kauppatori Drawing

Lecture 22 Kauppatori Painting

Lecture 23 Kauppatori Finishing

Lecture 24 Bergen Drawing

Lecture 25 Bergen Painting

Lecture 26 Bergen Finishing

Lecture 27 Stadshuset Drawing

Lecture 28 Stadshuset Painting

Lecture 29 Stadshuset Finishing

Lecture 30 Gotland Drawing

Lecture 31 Gotland Painting

Lecture 32 Gotland Finishing

Lecture 33 Copenhagen Finishing

Lecture 34 Copenhagen Drawing

Lecture 35 Copenhagen Painting Light

Lecture 36 Copenhagen Painting Darks

Lecture 37 Porvoo Drawing

Lecture 38 Porvoo Painting

Lecture 39 Porvoo Finishing

Lecture 40 Norway Drawing

Lecture 41 Norway Painting

Lecture 42 Norway Finishing

Lecture 43 Porvoo Street Drawing

Lecture 44 Porvoo Street Painting

Lecture 45 Porvoo Street Finishing

Lecture 46 Lofoten Drawing

Lecture 47 Lofoten Painting

Lecture 48 Lofoten Finishing

Lecture 49 Copenhagen Bridge Drawing

Lecture 50 Copenhagen Bridge Painting

Lecture 51 Copenhagen Bridge Finishing

Lecture 52 Helsinki Waterfront Drawing

Lecture 53 Helsinki Waterfront Painting

Lecture 54 Helsinki Waterfront Finishing

Lecture 55 Iceland Scene Drawing

Lecture 56 Iceland Scene Painting

Lecture 57 Iceland Scene Finishing

Lecture 58 Gamla Stan Drawing

Lecture 59 Gamla Stan Painting

Lecture 60 Gamla Stan Finishing

Lecture 61 Lufoten Waterfront Drawing

Lecture 62 Lufoten Waterfront Painting

Lecture 63 Lufoten Waterfront Finishing

Lecture 64 Stockholm Street Drawing

Lecture 65 Stockholm Street Painting

Lecture 66 Stockholm Street Finishing

Lecture 67 Reykjavik Drawing

Lecture 68 Reykjavik Painting

Lecture 69 Reykjavik Finishing

Lecture 70 Norwegian House Drawing

Lecture 71 Norwegian House Painting

Lecture 72 Norwegian House Finishing

Lecture 73 Norwegian Scene Drawing

Lecture 74 Norwegian Scene Painting

Lecture 75 Norwegian Scene Finishing

Lecture 76 Scandinavian House Drawing

Lecture 77 Scandinavian House Painting

Lecture 78 Scandinavian House Finishing

Lecture 79 Norway Landscape Drawing

Lecture 80 Norway Landscape Painting

Lecture 81 Norway Landscape Finishing

Lecture 82 Icelandic House Drawing

Lecture 83 Icelandic House Painting

Lecture 84 Icelandic House Finishing

Lecture 85 Budakirkja Drawing

Lecture 86 Budakirkja Painting

Lecture 87 Budakirkja Finishing

Lecture 88 Stockholm Buildings Drawing

Lecture 89 Stockholm Buildings Painting

Lecture 90 Stockholm Buildings Finishing

Lecture 91 Stockholm Road Drawing

Lecture 92 Stockholm Road Painting

Lecture 93 Stockholm Road Finishing

Lecture 94 Iceland Snow Drawing

Lecture 95 Iceland Snow Painting

Lecture 96 Iceland Snow Finishing

Students looking for a unique and simple way to learn watercolour painting,Students learning how to paint urban and natural landscapes in watercolor,How to plan and compose an original watercolor painting,How to develop your own style and loosen up your painting,Learning how to sketch,Students learning watercolour