Contemporary Portraiture in Watercolor

Start by hearing a little bit about Nuno Pinto, what sparked his interest in watercolor, his artistic vision, and look at some of his defining pieces. He explains how he balances his personal life with his passion for painting and shares his main influences and the artists he admires most.

Dive into the world of watercolor by discovering all the tools you need for your final project and their characteristics. Next, learn a range of simple and practical techniques, from filling to combining colors, as well as light and shadow effects.

After studying the structure of a head and the proportions of a face, it's time to get drawing! Nuno gives you some tips for selecting the right photo to work from before showing you how to create a portrait that can be used for two different techniques: one dry for a controlled look, and one wet for a more wild and spontaneous effect.

Once you're happy with your drawing, get painting and practice all your new skills! Wrap things up by exploring how to finish off your composition by adding details to harmonize the overall look and how best to frame your piece to make it stand out.