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Upcoming Live Classes
Variegated Wash – Tutorial and Mini Project
Get ready to create some truly beautiful color transitions! The variegated wash is all about blending one color seamlessly into another, and it's a deeply rewarding technique to master. In just 30 minutes, you'll learn how to create those dreamy, ombre color combinations that make watercolor paintings so special. We'll wrap up with a mini project where you can put your new skills into action and create a simple scene.
Tricky Connections: Difficult Letter Ligatures
Anyone who has done a bit of script lettering can attest that some letter combinations are just plain tricky to connect smoothly. In this class, we'll explore those challenging pairings and discover different tactics for bridging the gap between letters beautifully. You'll learn how to handle these awkward combinations with confidence so they don't slow down your lettering flow. You'll come away with a worksheet full of examples and techniques you can reference whenever you encounter a tricky connection. By the end of class, those challenging combos won't seem so intimidating anymore.
Contour Line Drawing: Training Hand-Eye Coordination
Get ready for a fun, silly, and surprisingly powerful drawing exercise! Contour line drawing is all about drawing continuous lines without looking down at your paper (and yes, the results can be hilarious). But this exercise actually does an amazing job of training your hand-eye coordination and loosening up your drawing style. In this class, we'll go through some exercises together that will make you laugh, surprise you, and actually improve your ability to draw what you see. It's a relaxed, judgment-free zone where the goal is to have fun while building real skills.
Wet-in-Wet Wash – Tutorial and Mini Project
Want to see a magic trick? This technique is about as magical as it gets! The wet-on-wet wash lets you lean into one of watercolor's most unique and beautiful properties. We’ll be blending colors together on a wet page and watching as the paint moves and creates gorgeous textures all on its own. It might feel a little unpredictable at first, but that's part of the fun! In this class, we'll explore how to work with water and paint in harmony, and then create a mini project that shows off this stunning technique. You'll be amazed at what you can create when you let the paint do some of the work for you.
Watercolor Ground Rules: Watch This Before You Start Painting
Want to know the secret to avoiding common watercolor pitfalls? In this class, we'll walk through the essential "ground rules" of watercolor that can truly transform your painting experience. You'll learn the simple rules that help you avoid frustration and create better paintings every single time. Think of this class as your watercolor roadmap. We'll cover the things that trip people up and give you the tools to paint with confidence and avoid common mistakes.
Sketching Quick Lettering Grids: Composition Building
Beautiful words are great, but beautiful words arranged in a stunning composition? That’s called leveling up in lettering! In this class, we'll focus on helping you create not just pretty words, but gorgeous compositions that work together to create a unique final piece. I'll share the tactics I use to quickly sketch up different versions and compositions, so you can find the layout that works best for your design. You'll walk away with a worksheet full of grids and examples to inspire your future lettering projects.
Drawing With a Brush Pen: Creating Depth and Drama
Brush pens are incredible tools - they're expressive, dramatic, and surprisingly nuanced. In this class, we'll dive into what makes brush pens such a go-to choice for artists, and you'll discover how to harness their full potential. From bold, confident strokes to delicate, subtle lines, brush pens give you a range of creative expression that's hard to match. I'll showcase a few different brush pen types and walk you through exercises and demonstrations so you can explore the full range of what these tools can do. You'll learn how to use line weight variation not just to create depth, but to convey emotion, movement, and drama in your drawings.
Layering in Practice: Blob Bookmark Project
Layers are an essential aspect of watercolor painting, and this class will demonstrate the effect of building up gorgeous, colorful-rich designs one layer at a time. We'll create a funky blob bookmark together that's not just a practical keepsake, but a beautiful demonstration of what layering can do. You'll walk away with a finished bookmark that you can stick in your favorite novel and the knowledge that layering is one of your new favorite watercolor techniques.
Negative Watercolor Lettering + Mini Project
Ready for a mind-bending lettering technique? Negative watercolor lettering is all about creating letters by painting the space around them. In this class, we'll walk through a project that utilizes this technique in a fresh way. You'll see exactly how to plan your design, execute the technique, and create a finished piece that takes the viewer by surprise. Give this advanced technique a try and see what you can create!
Drawing Cast Shadows: Find the Angle
Shadows can seem mysterious and complicated, but here's the truth: they follow basic geometric rules that quickly feel intuitive. In this class, we'll draw basic forms and figure out the geometry of where shadows will be cast so we can clearly see how it exists in space. You'll learn a simple system for understanding light sources and creating convincing shadows that make your drawings pop. Once you get this down, you’ll feel more confident in your ability to draw realistic shadows that make sense.
Sunny Citrus Slices: Wet on Dry Practice
Want to challenge yourself? In this class, we'll explore the wet-on-dry technique; a painting method that gives you much more control over your brushwork and color placement. You'll learn how to manage moisture on your brush and create crisp, intentional strokes that let your painting style really shine through. We'll practice these skills by painting some juicy citrus slices, and you'll get to see firsthand how the wet-on-dry technique gives you the precision you need to create bold, powerful paintings.
DIY Soda Can Calligraphy Nib
Have you ever tried making your own calligraphy nibs? It’s surprisingly easy! In this hands-on craft class, we'll show you how to build simple, functional nibs using the humble aluminum soda can. You'll see different examples of what's possible, and we'll walk you through creating your own pens that widen your calligraphy world. This is an interactive class that combines crafting and lettering, and you'll walk away with functional tools you made yourself. Talk about fun lettering options!
5 Depth Cues: Fix Flat Art
Does your art feel a little... flat? Lifeless? Maybe even… boring?? In this class, we'll explore five powerful tactics that artists use to make their drawings feel more three-dimensional and engaging. You'll learn about shadow, foreshortening, size, overlap, and value; all techniques that will transform your artwork. By the end of this class, you'll understand exactly how to signal 3D-ness to your audience and create drawings with real depth and dimension. Once you implement these, your artwork will easily look more advanced and visually complex.
Dry Brush Textures: Watercolor Technique
Want to add some texture and personality to your paintings? Dry brush techniques are your secret weapon! In this class, you'll learn how to control the moisture on your brush to create unique, expressive dry brush strokes that add visual interest and dimension to your work. We'll explore what makes dry brush so special, and then you'll get hands-on with a mini project that leans into this technique and produces amazing results.
Hard and Soft Edges: Blur the Lines
One of the coolest things about watercolor is your ability to create exactly the mood and effect you want, whether that's crisp, sharp edges or soft, dreamy blur. In this class, we'll explore how to manipulate watercolor to create both effects, so you have complete creative control over your paintings. You'll learn the techniques to create crisp images with sharp lines, and also how to soften edges so they blur and blend beautifully. By the end of class, you'll know exactly how to accomplish these effects successfully, every time.
Introduction to Blackletter: The Gothic Alphabet
Blackletter is bold, dramatic, and classic… and it's more approachable than you might think! In this class, we'll give you a quick introduction to the gothic alphabet, show you some beautiful examples, and break down the basic shapes and strokes you'll need to collect this style. We'll also talk about the tools needed to create blackletter, so you'll know exactly what you need to get started. This is your gateway into one of the most striking lettering styles out there!
Oops All Lines: 3 Mini Projects
What happens when you take away shading, color, and everything else - and only have lines to work with? Something uniquely interesting, that's what! In this class, we'll explore how lines can be a powerful force all by themselves, and you'll discover different tactics for using lines creatively. We'll walk through three different compositions together, each using only lines to create interest, depth, and striking visuals. You'll walk away understanding that sometimes less is more, and that lines alone can tell a powerful story.
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