Let's Paint Colorful Ocean Critters!

Are you ready to pick up your brush and dive into the vibrant world of watercolor painting? This beginner watercolor course will help you master essential techniques while creating fun and colorful paintings of a clam shell, a nautilus, a starfish, eagle rays and an octopus!

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Develop Your Skills and Build Your Confidence!

By the end of this course, you’ll feel confident in your ability to mix various colors of paint wet-in-wet, paint easy and interesting backgrounds and have 5 vibrant works of art you’ll be proud to frame or share as gifts.

A Simple Way to Learn Watercolor Painting

It can feel intimidating when you’re just starting out, but this course will guide you each step of the way

  • Simple Supplies: No need to splurge—a small selection of watercolor paints, brushes, and paper is all you need.

  • No Drawing Required: You will have printable line art and simple instructions for transferring designs to your watercolor paper, so you can focus on painting.

  • Guided Projects: With five beginner-friendly projects, you’ll paint 5 colorful ocean animals to proudly display while practicing your new skills.

What You Will Learn

This course is designed to give you a solid foundation in watercolor techniques that you can apply to future paintings. Here’s what we’ll cover:

  • Master Color Mixing

    You will have a limited number of paint colors, to ensure beautiful blends and bright paintings...no muddy colors!

  • Soft Edges

    Discover how to paint wet-in-wet with color charging for a modern, painterly effect.

  • Glazing and Detailing

    Add dimension and richness to your paintings by building up layers and refining your work with simple details.

What's Included?

  • Line Art for Tracing

    Downloadable and printable outlines for each project - Don't fuss with drawing, just trace and start painting!

  • Supplies List

    straightforward list of essential supplies—no need for a huge palette or fancy tools

  • Narrated Videos

    Watch and paint along as you are guided each step of the way, one brush stroke at a time!

Who is this Course For?

  • Beginner Watercolor Painters who want to learn fundamental techniques

  • Intermediate Watercolor Painters who want to develop their skills

  • Artists of any level who loves bright, cheerful illustrations and wants to create artwork they can proudly display or gift!

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Enroll now and get ready to make a splash with your watercolors! (I couldn't resist!)

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Course curriculum

    1. Supplies List

    2. How to Trace Line Art to Watercolor Paper

    3. Line Art Files

    1. How to do the Charging Technique

    1. Clam Shell Part 1

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    2. Clam Shell Part 2

    1. Nautilus Part 1

    2. Nautilus Part 2

    3. Nautilus Part 3

    4. Nautilus Part 4

    1. Starfish Part 1

    2. Starfish Part 2

    3. Starfish Part 3

    1. Eagle Rays Part 1

    2. Eagle Rays Part 2

    3. Eagle Rays Part 3

    4. Eagle Rays Part 4

    5. Eagle Rays Part 5

About this course

  • $37.00
  • 24 lessons
  • 3 hours of video content

FAQ

  • Do I need to know how to Draw?

    No drawing skills are needed! We provide printable line art and easy instructions for transferring designs to your watercolor paper.

  • What supplies do I need?

    Just a small assortment of watercolor paints, brushes, and paper. A detailed supply list is included with the course. You may use what you have, but you will have the most success using artist-quality materials.

  • How long will I have access to the course?

    You’ll have lifetime access, so you can learn at your own pace.

  • Can I really paint these projects as a beginner?

    Absolutely! This course is designed with beginners in mind. I’ll guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and supported.

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The possibilities are endless once you learn the fundamental techniques of watercolor painting...Start Today!

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Hello, I'm Aura!

Artist and Instructor Aura Lesnjak

I am a self-taught artist, and I love to paint and teach! I help beginner watercolor painters go from overwhelmed, confused and frustrated to confident artists who are excited and inspired to make art!

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