When you enroll through our links, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. This helps keep our platform free and inspires us to add more value.

SkillShare logo

Watercolours: Learn Layering Technique to make your Flowers look Translucent

Unlock creativity with Skillshare! Learn acrylic painting, AI writing, graphic design, and photography.

     0 |
  • Reviews ( 0 )
Free

This Course Includes

  • iconskillshare
  • icon0 (0 reviews )
  • icon1 hours 13 minutes
  • iconenglish
  • iconOnline - Self Paced
  • iconcourse
  • iconSkillShare

About Watercolours: Learn Layering Technique to make your Flowers look Translucent

Introduction

Supplies

Basics of Layering Technique

African Daisies Initial layer

Adding Following Layers

Creating Additional Volume in Petals

Adding Abstract Background

Additional Contrast and Texture

Final Thoughts

What You Will Learn?

  • Layering technique is a secret for creating transparency in the petals of flowers. In this class we will cover the basics of layering technique painting African daisies in loose style. First we will do some warm up exercises and cover trouble shooting of possible difficulties related with this technique. Moreover, our additional challenge will be to use a limited color palette which is very beneficial for developing color mixing skills. .
  • You need to have some basic watercolor knowledge and color mixing skills. If you are a beginner or struggle with color mixing I invite you first to watch my Color Mixing Basics course and then dive into layering technique..
  • In this class we will not use a pencil sketch, you will be able to create a unique painting in a loose style..
  • All lessons are in real time, just grab your paints and brushes and let´s dive into painting!.
  • I will use the following watercolors of Essential Set by Daniel Smith:.
  •  - Hansa Yellow Light (P.Y.3).
  •  - New Gamboge (P.Y.97, P.Y.110).
  •  - Quinacridone Rose (P.V.19).
  •  - Pyrrol Scarlet (P.R.255).
  •  - Phthalo Blue (PB 15:3).
  •  - French Ultramarine (P.B.29)..
  •  Using a limited color palette allows to create cohesive color schemes and to create harmonious paintings..
  • SUPPLIES:.
  • Let´s get started!.
  •  .
  • x Nina.
  • Music: Caffeine Creek band / Pixabay - Follow the Stars.