Minimalist Landscapes in Watercolor
with Alexandra Podushkina
- 12 meditative paintings in monochrome style
- Mysterious Siberian forests, taiga swamps, the reflection of a misty sky in silvery water, and so much more mysterious and beautiful in this course!
- Become an expert in monochrome and tonalities, capturing the essence of the subject.
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The learning starts right after payment
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Access to the course is lifetime
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Paint online from anywhere in the world
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The learning starts right after payment
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Access to the course is lifetime
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Paint online from anywhere in the world
What the course is about
The course is all about monochrome and tonalities. I'll show you how to pick colors correctly, work with tone, and tonal relationships.
Tone and gradient are some of the most important components in art because they allow us to depict aerial perspective in a way that lets the viewer see the depth of the painting.
Monochrome is important in creativity because it's monochrome that teaches us to properly understand and convey the feelings and ideas the artist put into the work. Color often emotionally distracts the viewer from the essence, while monochrome, on the contrary, points to the very essence.
Who will benefit from the course:
This course will be useful for absolutely everyone, from beginners to professional artists. Everyone will be able to pick up something new for themselves.
The course will also be helpful for those who want to master basic watercolor techniques like washes, gradients, working with atmospheric perspective and tonal values, grisaille, lifting, splattering, and much more.
If you're inspired and captivated by misty forest landscapes, vast spaces, and a concise style, you're really going to love this course.
You'll learn to create stunning atmospheric paintings using just 1 or 2 colors.
Course program:
Lesson 1
Greeting. Necessary Materials
Welcome! In our first lesson, I will tell you about myself and go through all the necessary materials for the course in detail.
Lesson 2
Basic Rules and Techniques
In this lesson, we will learn and practice the basic techniques that will be used in the course.
Lesson 3
Mistakes and Secrets of Watercolor
Today, I will talk about the most common mistakes in watercolor and provide some very useful life hacks.
Lesson 4
Visual Exposure and Inspiration
In this lesson, let's talk about visual exposure and discuss top books on watercolor.
Lesson 5
«After the Rain»
Lesson duration ~ 45 minutes
In this lesson, we will paint misty mountains framed by fluffy fir trees.
What we will learn:
- to correctly observe proportions and tones when working with aerial perspective;
- to combine monochromatic colors.
Lesson 6
«Sailboat»
Lesson duration ~ 35 minutes
We will paint a beautiful smooth water surface on satin paper with a sailboat in the distance.
What we will learn:
- to work with a single color on satin (smooth) paper;
- to create the dynamics of waves and reflections in the water.
Lesson 7
«Forest Distance»
Lesson duration ~ 1 hour
Look at how many layers this painting has! From the farthest to the closest - we will learn to paint in monochrome.
What we will learn:
- to work with a reference;
- to use tonalities.
Lesson 8
«Taiga Swamps»
Lesson duration ~ 50 minutes
There are so many beautiful landscapes around us, hidden in the forest thickets. In this lesson, we will paint a mysterious taiga swamp.
What we will learn:
- intuitive creativity;
- to work with reflections on water.
Lesson 9
«Sleepy Marsh»
Lesson duration ~ 45 minutes
Today we will paint the mossy shores of a small lake, distant fir trees, and the reflection of the silver sky in the cool water.
What we will learn:
- to paint the texture of moss and grass using granulating paints;
- to use the “scratching” technique.
Lesson 10
«Mountains and Fog»
Lesson duration ~ 1 hour
Today, we will add bright green color and dive into depicting non-uniform surfaces.
What we will learn:
- to work with granulating paints;
- to use different types of granulation;
- to work with texture using the “dry” technique.
Lesson 11
«Winter Birches»
Lesson duration ~ 45 minutes
Today, we will learn how to depict winter birches graphically and stylishly.
What we will learn:
- to work with a single color;
- to identify light and shadows;
- to master the textures of bark using the “dry” technique.
Lesson 12
«Forest Sunset»
Lesson duration ~ 55 minutes
In this lesson, we will paint a magical forest sunset in warm tones.
What we will learn:
- to work with warm colors in monochrome;
- to adapt a reference for our needs.
Lesson 13
«Road to Autumn»
Lesson duration ~ 45 minutes
This road through the forest seems to invite us for an exciting walk in the autumn woods. Let’s embark on this journey together!
What we will learn:
- to work with aerial perspective;
- to layer colors from light to dark.
Lesson 14
«House in the Mountains»
Lesson duration ~ 55 minutes
This cozy house in the mountains is like an island of tranquility. Here, one can find peace and inspiration, enjoying the simplicity of the moment in harmony with nature.
What we will learn:
- to work with “dirty color”;
- to use the “dry” technique.
Lesson 15
«Weekend Getaway»
Lesson duration ~ 1 hour
Today we will paint a country house — a place where every corner is filled with warmth and coziness.
What we will learn:
- to work with a large amount of color;
- to use “negative space.”
Lesson 16
«Autumn Forest»
Lesson duration ~ 35 minutes
In the depths of the autumn forest, among the tall spruces, an orange glow penetrates through the dense foliage, coloring every needle in warm shades. Let this autumn fire illuminate your path and fill your hearts with warmth and inspiration for new adventures!
What we will learn:
- to work with a collective image based on references;
- fast drawing technique “wet-on-wet.”
Lesson 17
Conclusion
Final remarks and wishes.
Course instructorAlexandra Podushkina
- I'm a member of 6 art unions.
- Creative activity experience since 2010.
- Creator of plein air art tours in the protected areas of Russia.
- I teach at various online schools and conduct workshops in different cities.
- Illustrated a children's book on a charitable basis for kids for the "Bereginya" foundation.
- I create postcards, participate in contests and exhibitions, and have even won some prizes. My works are in private collections.
Instructor's works
Materials for the Course:
You may use watercolor paints from other brands with similar colors (for example, brands like Neva Palette, Gamma, Malevich, etc.). Each lesson includes swatches, so you can choose the most suitable color from another brand.
What the expert used:
Shinhan pwc Watercolor
- payne's grey,
- shadow green,
- sap green,
- indigo,
- olive,
- umbra,
- cadmium yellow,
- cadmium orange,
- cadmium red,
- burnt umbra,
- van dyke,
- cobalt,
- ultramarine,
- gold ochre,
- natural umbra,
- english red.
Gamma Watercolor
- autumn.
Daniel Smith Watercolor
- payne's grey,
- zoisite,
- undersea green,
- lunar blue.
White gouache.
Titanium gouache.
Tariffs
- 12 stylish works in monochrome style
- 17 watercolor lessons
- NEW! Machine translated subtitles: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Polish, Portuguese, Hungarian, Chinese, Indonesian
- Lifetime access to course materials
- «Course Unfreeze» - a chance to start learning whenever it suits you.
- The ability to view comments on students' drawings
- Your artworks will be reviewed by the school's instructor, and you'll get answers to your questions in the comments for 60 days from the start of the course
- Personal one-hour online consultation with the course expert
- 12 stylish works in monochrome style
- 17 watercolor lessons
- NEW! Machine translated subtitles: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Polish, Portuguese, Hungarian, Chinese, Indonesian
- Lifetime access to course materials
- «Course Unfreeze» - a chance to start learning whenever it suits you.
- The ability to view comments on students' drawings
- Your artworks will be reviewed by the school's instructor, and you'll get answers to your questions in the comments for 60 days from the start of the course
- Personal one-hour online consultation with the course expert
- 12 stylish works in monochrome style
- 17 watercolor lessons
- NEW! Machine translated subtitles: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Polish, Portuguese, Hungarian, Chinese, Indonesian
- Lifetime access to course materials
- «Course Unfreeze» - a chance to start learning whenever it suits you.
- The ability to view comments on students' drawings
- Your artworks will be reviewed by the school's instructor, and you'll get answers to your questions in the comments for 60 days from the start of the course
- Personal one-hour online consultation with the course expert
Frequently Asked Questions
- I am a beginner. Will this course be suitable for me?
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Of course, the explanations in the lessons are very detailed and clear. You can pause the video whenever necessary, watch it in parts, or several times. You will definitely succeed!
- How is feedback organized?
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At the end of the lesson, you will upload a photo of your work. The instructor will have the opportunity to leave a text, graphic (annotations on the drawing), as well as audio comments on your work.
At the bottom of each lesson, there will be a comments section where you can ask any questions regarding your studies.
- How long will the training take?
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If you have a plan without feedback, it all depends on your personal pace at which you go through the lessons.
With plans that include feedback, we actively conduct lessons for two months from the moment you «unfreeze» the course.
Overall, I recommend taking the course at a leisurely pace. Enjoy the process more.
- I am an elderly person. Will I be able to do it?
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Of course, anyone can master these practices. In our school, 30% of students are over 50 years old. And they enjoy painting, developing their skills, creative thinking, and feeling youthful in spirit and mind!
- What should I do if I miss a lesson?
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This training differs from traditional school - lessons will always be available in recorded format, and you can schedule your learning in a way that suits you.
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