10 Week Watercolour Painting Course

Learn how to paint with watercolour in Melbourne!



10 x 1.5 hours Class size 1 to 8 guests    

  $499 (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Lesson 1 – Basic Watercolour Techniques

Lesson 1 – Basic Watercolour Techniques

You will learn how to control water and pigment through wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques. They will practise soft edges, sharp edges, gradients, and simple washes.


Lesson 2 – Dry Brush and Texture

Lesson 2 – Dry Brush and Texture

Explore dry-on-dry and dry-on-wet techniques to create texture and movement.


Lesson 3 – Glazing, Lifting and Salt Effects

Lesson 3 – Glazing, Lifting and Salt Effects

Explore different techniques like glazing, lifting, and salt effects.


Lesson 4 – Colour Mixing and Colour Wheel

Lesson 4 – Colour Mixing and Colour Wheel

You will learn the colour wheel, warm and cool colours, and how to mix natural watercolour palettes.


Lesson 5 – Tonal Value, Hue and Contrast

Lesson 5 – Tonal Value, Hue and Contrast

Practise light, mid-tone, and dark values to create depth and dimension.


Lesson 6 – Introduction to Flowers

Lesson 6 – Introduction to Flowers

Paint loose watercolour flowers using soft washes, petal shapes, and natural colour blending.


Lesson 7 – Introduction to Landscape

Lesson 7 – Introduction to Landscape

You will learn basic landscape structure including sky, trees, mountains, distance, and atmosphere.


Lesson 8 – Introduction to Seascape

Lesson 8 – Introduction to Seascape

Explore ocean colours, waves, reflections, wet sand, and horizon lines.


Lesson 9 – Introduction to Cityscape

Lesson 9 – Introduction to Cityscape

Learn simple perspective, building shapes, shadows, and urban atmosphere


Lesson 10 – Introduction to Portrait

Lesson 10 – Introduction to Portrait

Finally, you will learn basic face proportions, soft shading, skin tone mixing, and expressive features.


Join us for a watercolour painting class in Melbourne, where you will learn the ins and outs of creating stunning watercolour artworks.
Don't worry if you're new to watercolour painting; this class is designed for beginners and your teacher, Sherry, will guide you through each step with patience and encouragement.
In our classes, you'll work with high-quality materials and receive expert guidance on various watercolour techniques. From blending colours to creating depth in your landscapes, you'll gain valuable skills that will boost your confidence in painting.
By the end of the workshop, you will feel a sense of accomplishment as you admire your collection of beautiful landscape paintings.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 2 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
What you'll get
  • Expert guidance from our experienced artist
  • Watercolour artworks to take home
Knowledge required
This is an absolute beginner class.
What to bring
  • Two or three or more friends and a big smile!
  • Please bring watercolour materials as below:
Student Grade (Recommended for Beginners)
Paper
* Canson XL Watercolour Pad – 300gsm- -100 percent cotton- size A4 and size A3
* Mont Marte Watercolour Pad – 300gsm-100 percent cotton- size A4 and size A3
Paints
* Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolour Set (12 or 24 colours)
Brushes
* Princeton Snap! Round Brush #4
* Princeton Snap! Round Brush #8
* Princeton Snap! Round Brush #12
* Princeton Snap! Liner (Rigger) Brush #1
* Princeton Snap! Flat Wash Brush 1”
Alternative Budget Option:
* Mont Marte Premium Watercolour Brushes (same sizes)
Other Supplies
* HB Pencil
* Kneadable Eraser
* Masking Tape
* Water Container
* Spray Bottle
* Paper Towel
* Plastic Palette
Professional Grade (Recommended)
Paper
* Arches Watercolour Paper 300gsm Cold Press (100% Cotton) size A4 and size A3
Paints
* Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolours, few colours
* Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolours
* Schmincke Horadam Watercolours
Brushes
* Silver Black Velvet Round Brush #4
* Silver Black Velvet Round Brush #8
* Silver Black Velvet Round Brush #12
* Silver Black Velvet Script Liner #1
* Silver Black Velvet Flat Wash Brush 1”
Alternative Professional Brands:
* Escoda Reserva
* Da Vinci Maestro
Other Supplies
* Ceramic Mixing Palette
* Masking Fluid
* Artist Tape
* Spray Bottle
* Mechanical Pencil
* Kneadable Eraser
* White Gouache
Minimum Brush Set Required for My Classes
1 × Large Flat Wash Brush (1”)
1 × Round Brush #12
1 × Round Brush #8
1 × Round Brush #4
1 × Liner/Rigger Brush #1
These five brushes are sufficient for landscapes, seascapes, florals and most watercolour subjects.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 10 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Glen Waverley, VIC

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Sherry Qasmi
Sherry Qasmi

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Greetings, I'm Sherry, an artist of watercolors and a guide in the vibrant city of Melbourne. The world of watercolors has revealed itself to be a realm of immense healing and boundless joy for me. It all began in 2011 as a simple hobby, but over time, it has blossomed into an unwavering passion that now graces each day of my life. Within the sanctuary of my personal home studio, I bring to life my creative visions.
My heart finds solace in painting enchanting flowers, drawing inspiration from the gentle whispers of nature to craft breathtaking landscapes. Additionally, the charm of cityscapes, bustling streets, and the stories etched onto the faces of people find their way onto my canvas. I extend a warm invitation to you to join me in this creative haven, where the intricate dance of color and water upon paper gives birth to exquisite artistry.
Allow me to be your guide as I share my techniques, enabling you to create your own masterpiece, a creation that you can proudly adorn your surroundings with. For a glimpse into my artistic journey, feel free to explore the links below.

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