Painting A Sky Gradient: Night & Day

Class Description:

Jump into painting with Miranda Balogh, an accomplished self-taught artist and blogger, as she guides you through the captivating world of watercolor gradients. This class is designed for artists who wish to explore gradient techniques, focusing primarily on creating stunning sky vistas from daybreak blues to twilight hues.

Miranda will introduce you to various gradient techniques such as wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet while addressing common challenges that may arise during your painting process. From attaining flawlessly smooth transitions to blending color-rich washes, this class is all about sharpening your technique. So jump on board and let's unfurl your artistic capabilities to new heights.

What You Will Learn:

An introduction to different types of gradients
Techniques for overcoming common problems encountered when painting gradients
How-to steps for creating daytime or nighttime sky effects
The method behind crafting sunset skies
Advice on determining when your artwork is complete

Supplies You'll Need:

Paper, either mixed media or watercolor
Paintbrush
Watercolor paints
Two jars of water
Mixing well
Rag or paper towels

About Instructor

Miranda Balogh

Hi there! My name is Miranda Balogh. I’m a Canadian artist and educator who loves teaching and inspiring my audience. As a content creator and blogger, my desire is to share educational resources that will help you develop your artistic skills and cultivate a creative mindset. I’ll show you that you don’t need an expensive art education or years of experience to hone your artistic abilities. To succeed, all you need is the desire to learn and the passion to drive your ambition.

30 Classes