Urban Sketching For Beginners: Copenhagen Scene

Learn how to sketch and paint a loose, lively and vibrant scene of Copenhagen, Denmark. Apply this process to any scene!

What you'll learn

How to sketch and paint a simple urban scene of Copenhagen

How to create paintings of any urban landscape in watercolour

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

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

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

Requirements

No former painting experience necessary.

Description

Hello and welcome. In this class, we'll be drawing and painting a coastal landscape from Copenhagen, Denmark. You'll learn how to draw in pen and also how to use a variety of wet-in-wet and wet-in-dry watercolor techniques. Planning your painting is important. We'll go through how to simplify, emphasize and omit areas in your reference photo to create a more interesting and unique composition.In this scene, we will use wet-in-wet techniques to paint the colors and soft details in the first wash. This can be a challenge for beginners, but don’t worry, I'm going to show you how to time your brushstrokes to create soft, blended washes to imply light. You'll learn how to gain control, and layer effects to create a soft, atmospheric scene. It's easier than you think! Creating fine, sharp details are just as crucial, as it creates shadows, contrast, and interest. But understanding when to add them is crucial.In this course you'll learn:How to sketch in penHow to paint simple paintings of any urban landscape in watercolorHow to sketch and plan your landscape painting in pencil before you start paintingHow and when to use wet-in-wet watercolor techniques to paint clouds, skies, waterHow to add people into your landscapes in a natural and simple wayHow to paint water using a variety of essential techniquesHow to layer effectively to add extra detailsHow to combine layers to create depth naturallyHow to paint simple shadows and identify or choose a light source in your paintingI'm excited to get started, so join me in this class - you'll be painting this beautiful scene of Copenhagen in no time at all.*Reference photo found under "Materials Required" lecture

Overview

Section 1: Course Material

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Materials Required

Lecture 3 Drawing

Lecture 4 Painting

Lecture 5 Bonus Course: Paint the Charles Bridge

Beginners learning watercolor,Watercolor artists looking to loosen up their paintings,Beginners learning urban landscape painting,Beginners learning watercolor techniques,Beginners learning the basics of watercolour,Intermediate painters learning how to paint details