Six Week Intensive Beginner Watercolour Painting Course

Learn how to paint with watercolours over six weeks in Melbourne!


Sherry Qasmi
Sherry Qasmi
4.9 (18)

6 x 2.5 hours Class size 1 to 4 guests

  $469 - $499 ($469 for 4 guest; $479 for 3 guest; $489 for 2 guest; $499 for 1 guest) (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Lesson 1 – Watercolour Foundations

Lesson 1 – Watercolour Foundations

Explore essential watercolour techniques including water and pigment control, wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, washes, edges and simple textures.


Lesson 2 – Introduction to loose flowers

Lesson 2 – Introduction to Loose Flowers

Explore colour mixing and practise creating simple flowers and leaves using loose and expressive brushwork.


Lesson 3 - Introduction to landscapes

Lesson 3 - Introduction to Landscapes

Create a simple landscape while exploring skies, trees, distance, depth and atmospheric effects.


Lesson 4 - Introduction to sea scape

Lesson 4 - Introduction to Sea Scape

Create a simple seascape while exploring water, reflections, waves, wet sand and atmospheric colour.


Lesson 5 - Introduction to city scape

Lesson 5 - Introduction to City Scape

Explore a simple urban scene using basic perspective, loose architectural shapes, ink lines, washes and shadows.


Lesson 6 – Introduction to Portrait

Lesson 6 – Introduction to Portrait

Explore the basics of watercolour portrait painting, including simple facial proportions, skin-tone mixing, light and shadow.


Discover the beauty and versatility of watercolour painting in this six-week intensive beginner course, designed to give you a strong foundation while introducing you to a variety of painting subjects and styles.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn essential watercolour skills including water and pigment control, brush techniques, wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry, colour mixing, layering, lifting, creating textures, controlling edges, and working with light and values.
Each session introduces a different subject so you can practise these techniques in a practical and enjoyable way. We’ll explore loose florals, landscapes, seascapes, cityscapes and a simple portrait, while gradually building your confidence and understanding of the medium.
Perfect for complete beginners or anyone wishing to refresh and strengthen their fundamental watercolour skills.

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's class.
What to bring
Please bring the watercolour materials listed below. You can buy these in any art shop, Artshed, Senior Art, etc.
We will add all participants to a WhatsApp group and will share the link to buy materials; make sure you check your WhatsApp.
1. Professional Grade (Recommended)
  • Notebook and pen
  • Arches or Fabiano or Saunders or Baohong, Watercolour Paper 300gsm Cold Press (100% Cotton) size A4 and size A3
2. Paints in tube form or pans are ok too, including Reds, Yellows, Blues, greens, Chinese white, Black, Brown
  • Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolours or
  • Holbein watercolour paint (more affordable)
3. Brushes
  • Neef Round Brush #4
  • Neef Brush #8
  • Neef Round Brush #12
  • Neef Liner #1
  • Hake Flat Wash Brush 2 inch
4. Other Supplies
  • Mixing Palette
  • Masking Tape
  • Spray Bottle
  • Pencil
Add-on available for this class
  • Professional watercolour material kit ($300)
You can add this when you book (optional).
Session repeats

This class series runs over 6 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Location

Glen Waverley, VIC

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

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Sherry Qasmi
Sherry Qasmi

4.9 (18)

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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