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15 April, 2025

Watercolors Waterscapes

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Master the Art of Painting Waterscapes with Watercolors

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of water with our “Waterscapes in Watercolors” course. Designed for artists of all levels, this course will guide you through capturing the essence of oceans, rivers, lakes, and more using the fluid and expressive medium of watercolors.

What You’ll Learn:

  1. Understanding Water in Motion:

    • Learn to depict ripples, waves, and still reflections with precision.
    • Explore techniques for creating depth and movement in water scenes.
  2. Blending and Layering:

    • Master smooth gradients and color transitions to convey the transparency and luminosity of water.
    • Use layering techniques to achieve realistic reflections and shadows.
  3. Capturing the transparency:

    • Paint harmonious water surface that transparency of the water, from the bottom to the surface.
    • Understand the importance to create perspective.
  4. Textures and Details:

    • Add natural elements like rocks, reeds, and reflections to bring your waterscapes to life.
    • Experiment with salt, sponges, and lifting techniques to create unique textures.
  5. Color Palette for Waterscapes:

    • Explore cool tones, earthy shades, and complementary colors to convey mood and atmosphere.

Outcome:

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to create breathtaking waterscapes that capture the tranquility and power of water. Whether it’s a serene lake or a dynamic ocean scene, your paintings will evoke emotion and draw viewers into the beauty of nature.

Join us and let watercolors bring your waterscape visions to life!

 

About the Instructor:

Rashmi Soni is an Award-winning internationally renowned contemporary artist and curator with an impressive list of achievements. She turned artist from a political Science lecturer, and she was an UPPCS exam qualifier too. Later She followed her passion and studied art painting, she is a gold medalist in her masters in painting.
Rashmi is the Founder of Shiny Colors Fine Art Academy since 2013 and Co-founder of Opus Inter National Artists Forum since 2022.
She was awarded for Kala Bhushan Award for Best Contemporary Artist 2023 from the Global Scholar Foundation Belgaum Karnataka. She has been featured many times in National news daily like The Deccan Herald, Indian Express, and Eenadu. She got published in several art magazines as well like Falcon from Prestige, Startist’s Artists, Art Journals and Royal Art Times. She is a writer of three eBooks- 
• Mastering Drawing Fundamentals,
• Mastering The Facial Features: A Guide to Realistic Portrait and
• Beyond The Basics: Advance Techniques for Stunning Watercolor Portraits.
Rashmi has concluded 5 solo shows 2 in Karnataka Chitrakala Parishad, 2 in Sublime Galleria Bangalore and 1 in India Art Festival Bangalore. She curated around 20+ Art exhibitions In Bangalore and worldwide. Her art is prominently featured in numerous National and International galleries, known for its realistic figurative and waterscapes, particularly in watercolor and oil mediums. Her work is proudly held in the permanent collections of esteemed institutions such as Delhi Lalit Kala Academy, Karnataka Lalit Kala Academy, Lovely Professional University, Indira Gandhi National Centre For Arts, JW Marriot Hotel, Kochi Forum Mall, Prestige Hotel as well as several other national and international personal art collections in US, Hawaii, UK, Australia. She is also featured in the grandmastersfineart.com with the other master artists around the world.

About Shiny Colors Fine Art Academy:

Shiny Colors aims to create a supportive and enriching environment where artists can thrive and express themselves freely. Shiny Colors is dedicated to fostering artistic expression and connecting artists globally. With a mission to “express your inner-self,” our platform serves as a conduit for sharing art knowledge and providing opportunities for artists to showcase their talents.

Course Content

Shallow water Grass And Hay
Dive into the tranquil beauty of rural landscapes with our "Grass and Hay" watercolor lesson. This session focuses on capturing the serene charm of haystacks reflected in calm waters, blending natural textures and mirrored surfaces for a harmonious composition. What You’ll Learn: Sketching the Scene: Begin by outlining the haystacks and their placement near a reflective water body. Understand the importance of perspective and symmetry to create realistic reflections. Layering for Depth: Use watercolor washes to build a soft, atmospheric background, including a sky gradient and distant landforms. Layer warm tones for the haystacks and cool tones for the water to create contrast and balance. Texture Techniques: Explore dry-brush techniques to depict the rough texture of hay. Use wet-on-wet methods for soft, seamless reflections in the water. Capturing Reflections: Learn to mirror the haystacks in the water with slight ripples for a natural effect. Add subtle details like shadows and light glimmers to enhance realism. Final Touches: Incorporate small elements like reeds, grasses, or birds to complete the composition. Use highlights and fine lines to bring depth and dimension to the scene. Outcome: By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a peaceful and evocative painting that showcases the interplay between texture and reflection, perfect for evoking the charm of countryside serenity. Unleash your creativity and master the art of capturing rustic beauty with watercolors!

  • Shallow water Grass and Hay
    01:35:36

Stones Watercolors
Three Milestones Watercolor Lesson Capture the timeless beauty of nature with our "Three Milestones" watercolor lesson. This painting focuses on depicting three large stones as the central elements, complemented by smaller stones and intricate textures for added depth and detail. A blend of watercolors and mixed media techniques brings this composition to life, making it perfect for artists who want to explore textural contrasts. What You’ll Learn: Sketching and Composition: Outline the three prominent stones, arranging them to create balance and visual interest. Add smaller stones and natural elements like pebbles and grasses to enhance the scene. Layering with Watercolors: Apply soft washes to establish the base tones of the stones and background. Use layering techniques to create depth, shading, and natural variations in color. Mixed Media Textures: Incorporate other mediums like pencils, pens, or pastels to add fine details and textures to the stones. Experiment with sponges or salt techniques to mimic the rough, weathered surfaces of the large stones. Details for Realism: Paint smaller stones with precision, using varied colors and highlights to give them individuality. Add elements like moss, cracks, or water puddles for a lifelike touch. Creating Harmony: Blend the larger and smaller elements seamlessly using color harmony and balanced contrasts. Use light and shadow to emphasize the three large stones as the focal point. Outcome: By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a captivating painting that showcases the majesty of large stones and the delicate details of their surroundings, achieved through a fusion of watercolor and mixed media techniques. Join us to master the art of blending bold forms with intricate details in this unique watercolor journey!

Seascape Watercolors Real Time
Rocky Waters Watercolor Lesson Dive into the rugged beauty of nature with our "Rocky Waters" watercolor lesson. This composition captures the striking contrast between solid, textured stones on the edge and the tranquil blue expanse of water on the left. Perfect for honing your skills in texture, depth, and natural compositions, this lesson will challenge and inspire your artistic journey. What You’ll Learn: Sketching the Scene: Begin with a light sketch outlining the arrangement of rocks and the flow of the water. Focus on perspective and positioning to create a natural, balanced composition. Watercolor Washes: Start with wet-on-wet techniques to create smooth, flowing blue tones for the water. Use soft transitions to depict the movement and reflective quality of the water. Texturing the Stones: Explore dry-brush techniques and layering to capture the rugged texture of the rocks. Use fine detailing to add cracks, shadows, and surface variations that make the stones come alive. Color Harmony and Contrast: Blend earthy tones for the rocks with subtle highlights to contrast against the cool blues of the water. Add mossy or weathered elements to enhance realism and character. Final Touches: Refine the edges of the rocks and water for clarity. Add small details like ripples, pebbles, or light reflections to complete the scene. Outcome: By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a captivating painting that showcases the interplay between the rugged textures of rocks and the serene flow of water. It’s an ideal project to master the balance of strength and tranquility in your watercolor compositions. Join us and bring the beauty of rocky waters to life with every brushstroke!

Rocky Water
Rocky Waters Watercolor Lesson Dive into the rugged beauty of nature with our "Rocky Waters" watercolor lesson. This composition captures the striking contrast between solid, textured stones on the edge and the tranquil blue expanse of water on the left. Perfect for honing your skills in texture, depth, and natural compositions, this lesson will challenge and inspire your artistic journey. What You’ll Learn: Sketching the Scene: Begin with a light sketch outlining the arrangement of rocks and the flow of the water. Focus on perspective and positioning to create a natural, balanced composition. Watercolor Washes: Start with wet-on-wet techniques to create smooth, flowing blue tones for the water. Use soft transitions to depict the movement and reflective quality of the water. Texturing the Stones: Explore dry-brush techniques and layering to capture the rugged texture of the rocks. Use fine detailing to add cracks, shadows, and surface variations that make the stones come alive. Color Harmony and Contrast: Blend earthy tones for the rocks with subtle highlights to contrast against the cool blues of the water. Add mossy or weathered elements to enhance realism and character. Final Touches: Refine the edges of the rocks and water for clarity. Add small details like ripples, pebbles, or light reflections to complete the scene. Outcome: By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a captivating painting that showcases the interplay between the rugged textures of rocks and the serene flow of water. It’s an ideal project to master the balance of strength and tranquility in your watercolor compositions. Join us and bring the beauty of rocky waters to life with every brushstroke!

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28 Courses

108 students

₹3,995.00 ₹8,000.00
Durations: 12 hours
Lectures: 8
Students: Max 0
Level: Intermediate
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