WATERCOLOUR PAINTING BASICS |
YANNY PETTERS
WELCOME TO YOUR ONLINE TUTORIAL:
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING BASICS WITH YANNY PETTERS
Course FAQ
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Core Colour Theory: How to mix a complete colour spectrum using only a limited palette of three primary colours: Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Red, and Ultramarine Blue.
Fundamental Watercolor Techniques:
Layering (Glazing): Building complex, luminous colors and deep tones by applying translucent glazes, allowing each layer to dry completely.
Wet-on-Wet Application: Creating soft, organic blends and dynamic color transitions by mixing pigments directly on damp paper.
Paint & Water Control: How to master the paint-to-water consistency to achieve a full range of values, from the palest tints to highly saturated colors.
Practical Application & Observation: A foundational method for creating nuanced, vibrant greens and earthy browns that are more lively than their tube-made equivalents.
How to create a personal colour chart for future reference, understanding how colours shift from wet to dry.
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Paints:
Lemon Yellow
Cadmium Red
Ultramarine Blue
Brushes:
A watercolour brush, such as a size 12 nylon brush.
Painting Surface:
Watercolour paper.
Palette & Mixing:
A palette or small dishes (like mixing bowls) for holding and mixing paint.
Two containers of water (one for cleaning, one for clean pigment).
Clean-Up & Control:
Tissues or paper towels for blotting brushes and controlling moisture.
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Suitable for all levels.
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The course is composed of one video, a total of 42 mins. Enjoy the benefit of being able to watch and follow along at your leisure for the duration of your access.