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Watercolor Techniques for Realism and Abstraction
( 24 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Watercolor
Overview of watercolor painting, materials, and basic techniques
Module #2
Understanding Watercolor Paper
Types of paper, sizing, and preparation for optimal results
Module #3
Brushes and Tools
Selection and care of brushes, plus other essential tools for watercolor
Module #4
Color Theory for Watercolor
Principles of color mixing, harmony, and contrast for realistic and abstract art
Module #5
Realistic Washes:Basics
Techniques for creating smooth, even washes for realistic painting
Module #6
Realistic Washes:Advanced
Building upon basic washes, learn to create subtle transitions and texture
Module #7
Glazing for Realism
Layering transparent washes for deep, luminous colors and subtle shifts in value
Module #8
Drybrush and Scumbling
Texturing and adding rough, organic effects to your realistic paintings
Module #9
Abstract Expressionism:Gesture and Movement
Freeing up your brushstrokes and exploring expressive mark-making
Module #10
Abstract Color and Composition
Design principles for abstract art, including color relationships and visual flow
Module #11
Salt Sprinkling and Other Techniques
Alternative approaches to creating texture and pattern in abstract watercolor
Module #12
Mixed Media Experimentation
Integrating other media, such as ink, charcoal, or pastels, into your watercolor practice
Module #13
Capturing Light and Atmosphere
Techniques for conveying luminosity, mist, and other ethereal effects in watercolor
Module #14
Watercolor and Drawing
Combining watercolor with drawing media, such as graphite, charcoal, or pen
Module #15
Painting from Reference Images
Using photographs and other reference materials to inform your watercolor practice
Module #16
Plein Air Watercolor
Taking your watercolor practice outdoors and capturing the fleeting effects of light
Module #17
Troubleshooting Common Errors
Identifying and correcting common mistakes in watercolor, from bleeding to blooming
Module #18
Finishing Touches and Varnishing
Matting, framing, and preserving your watercolor artwork
Module #19
Exploring Different Subjects
Applying watercolor techniques to still life, landscape, portrait, and other subjects
Module #20
Advanced Composition and Storytelling
Using watercolor to convey narrative, emotion, and mood
Module #21
Watercolor and Emotion
Using color, gesture, and composition to evoke emotional responses in the viewer
Module #22
Cultivating a Personal Style
Developing a unique voice and visual language in your watercolor practice
Module #23
Critique and Feedback
Receiving and giving constructive feedback to improve your watercolor skills
Module #24
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Watercolor Techniques for Realism and Abstraction career


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