Contemporary Watercolor Landscape Painting

Begin the course by getting to know Ari de Goes Jr. He tells you about how he has always been surrounded by art and creativity, how he came to cross paths with watercolor, and about his biggest influences including Eastern philosophy, gastronomy, and comics.

Want tips on how to compose your painting? Then you're in the right place! Take a look at the materials you need, the five basic types of contrast, and how to identify and apply neutral colors to your piece. Ari shares his method for creatively interpreting elements of an urban landscape and the numerous sketchbooks he's filled throughout his life.

He reveals the best way of framing and composing a landscape by elements: organic, living, and man-made. He also teaches you to arrange a scene, add depth, and paint a piece from references in your sketchbook.

End this journey learning how to sign your artwork and put together a professional portfolio. Now you have a whole new set of tools for finding your voice and expressing your identity though watercolor landscapes.