Natural Landscapes in Watercolor

Start by getting to know your instructor. Daniel tells you his story, when he began spreading the wonders of watercolors, his current work, and his experience in general. He also shares a list of the most influential artists in his life when it comes to nature landscapes painted with watercolors.

After this intro, brush up on what the best materials are for painting with watercolors in general, and then go more in depth with the specific ones you'll be using for your project. Get down to business and define the theme of your painting, choose which of the four color splash techniques you want to use based on the desired effect, and start playing with textures.

Daniel then teaches you step-by-step everything you need to know to paint your chosen theme with watercolors. First, choose the right picture. Second, create a tone map to help minimize future mistakes. Finally, get your paper ready to paint. Now it's time to draw, and then after, to paint!

Once you have the most figurative version of your painting, Daniel shows you how to tackle nature landscapes using synthesis, splashes, insinuation, and near-abstraction. To finish up, he shares some tips and tricks on how to preserve and protect your work of art.