Learn & paint a FRENCH scene, 6 FUN & EASY to follow steps.

🎨 Course Title: Learn & Paint a Watercolor in 6 FUN & EASY to Follow Steps

Course Headline: Just look over my shoulder and follow me as I take you step by step to plan, draw and paint this French village scene.

🎉 NEW BONUS lecture added July 2023 🗓️ ✨ Highlight: Atmospheric old French iron gate.

Course Description:

Welcome to an exciting journey into the world of watercolor painting! 🎭 This is one of my handpicked watercolor paintings from my "pick a watercolour painting to paint" portfolio, and it's complete with all the necessary guidance. I've poured my expertise into this course, ensuring that you get a comprehensive learning experience.

What You Will Learn:

• The essence of planning your artwork for a successful outcome.
• Mastering color mixing to bring out the vibrancy in your painting.
• Techniques to create warmth and shade that will make your artwork come alive.
• Enhancing the sense of depth and atmosphere in a landscape through careful detailing.

Course Breakdown:

1. Planning Your Watercolor Painting: Learn the importance of planning before you even touch your brush to paper. I'll guide you through each decision, from the initial concept to the final sketch.

2. Color Mixing Magic: Discover how to mix colors effectively, and watch as I show you the harmonious palette that brings this French village scene to life.

3. Painting Warmth and Shade: Follow my step-by-step instructions on creating the right balance of light and shadow to give your painting depth and warmth.

4. Detailing for Depth: Learn how to use detail strategically to enhance the perception of distance and perspective in your landscape.

5. Drying Time & Pauses: Each step is carefully crafted with drying time in mind, ensuring you can take a break without interrupting your creative flow.

6. Finishing Touches: By the end of this course, not only will you have completed a beautiful watercolor painting, but you'll also have gained valuable skills and tips to enhance your watercolor journey.

Why Choose This Course? 🤔

• Personal touch: As a self-taught artist, I understand the challenges you face and offer a teaching style that is both friendly and supportive.
• Experience: With years of experience in teaching art at all levels, both in person and online, I bring a wealth of knowledge to your fingertips.
• Support: You'll feel as if I'm in the room with you every step of the way, offering encouragement and guidance.

Your Instructor: Nicola A Blakemore 🖌️ A passionate and experienced artist and teacher, Nicola is here to help you unlock your creative potential. With a gentle hand and an insightful eye, she'll guide you through each stroke of the brush, ensuring you have a memorable and rewarding artistic experience.

Join Me on This Artistic Adventure! 🚀 I can't wait to see the beautiful watercolor paintings you create. Remember to share your artwork with us; your progress and success stories are what make this journey worthwhile.

Enjoy your painting, and happy creating! 🎨💖

• Nicola A Blakemore

Overall Course Rating: 4.50/5

Review Synthesis

Pros:

• Instruction Quality: The narrative within the course is great, not chatty, and provides efficient and thorough instruction. Nicola's teaching style is highly effective, with her voice described as pleasant, comfortable, and with excellent grammar. (Review 1)
• Engagement and Satisfaction: Learners have found the course to be engaging, rewarding, and aligned with their expectations for learning how to paint from photographs. (Reviews 2 and 3)
• Clear and Friendly Instruction: Nicola's clear and friendly instruction is encouraging, making even complex tasks like painting stonework approachable and enjoyable. (Review 2)
• Content Clarity: The content of the course is well-explained, with the instructor showing not just how to paint but also why certain techniques are used. This adds depth to the learning experience. (Review 4)
• Presentation and Pacing: Nicola's approach to teaching is easy to understand, with lectures paced perfectly for comprehension without overwhelming the learner. The camera angles are perfect for following along with her painting process. (Reviews 5 and 6)
• Inspirational and Soothing Delivery: The way the course is delivered is both soothing and inspiring, which is conducive to a positive learning environment. (Review 7)

Cons:

• Technical Jump in Instruction: There is one notable issue where there seems to be a significant jump from step one to step two. Reviewers felt that half of step one was missing from the video, as it transitions abruptly from drying the sky to applying the basic colors for the buildings and foliage without demonstrating the process. (Review 3)
• Desire for More Interactive Elements: Some learners expected a more "paint along with me" approach and felt that the first layer of color was applied abruptly in the video. (Review 4)
• Suggested Course Structure: It is recommended that learners watch the entire course through before beginning to work through it step by step for the best results. This suggests that while the course is structured, there may be benefits to understanding the full process before diving into specific steps. (Review 6)

Additional Feedback:

• Subject Matter and Personal Preference: The subject matter of the painting is considered nice, and some learners are already looking forward to more courses, suggesting a variety of subjects could be appealing. (Reviews 2 and 5)
• Potential for New Subjects: A suggestion for future classes involving flowers was made, indicating an interest in diverse subject matters. (Review 3)
• Overall Satisfaction: Overall, the course has received high praise, with learners expressing satisfaction and anticipation for further courses from Nicola. (General consensus from reviews)

Conclusion: Nicola's course on painting from photographs is highly recommended for its clear, friendly, and instructive approach. While there is room for improvement in the transitional aspects of some steps, the overall quality and learner satisfaction are exceptional. The course is not only educational but also a relaxing and inspiring experience due to Nicola's soothing delivery and the well-thought-out presentation. For those interested in watercolor painting or looking to enhance their skills, this course is likely to be both instructive and enjoyable.