Watercolor Card Online Course
In this online workshop, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the process to create your own watercolor Valentine card. A printable template is included, so all you need to bring is some paints and yourself!
We’ll learn how to set up your watercolor workspace, how to select and mix paint colors, what supplies to use, how to create different effects, and tips for getting the look you want. You’ll finish with a one-of-a-kind card you can give to someone special. Come join me!
Video length: 30 minutes
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Chapter 1: Setting up our workspace
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Welcome!
Welcome to the course! In this short welcome video, I’ll share a few tips about materials you’ll need, what to expect from the videos and how to share your card when you are done.
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Lesson 1: Print your card template
In this video, I’ll show you how to print the card template.
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Lesson 2: Selecting watercolor paint colors
In this video, I’ll show you how to print your painting template.
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Lesson 3: Set up your watercolor workspace
I show you how I like to set up my watercolor painting workspace, including which brushes I use and how to set up a watercolor palette.
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Chapter 2: Painting process
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Lesson 4: Painting the first two hearts
We can paint the first two hearts together! Watch my painting process (no audio) or paint along with me.
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Lesson 5: How to get that ombre look
Ever wonder how to get an ombre look (or an even tone) in watercolor? I’ll demonstrate that in this video.
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Lesson 6: Filling in the hearts
Quick-time demonstration of how I painted the rest of the hearts in the illustration.
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Chapter 3: Wrapping up
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Lesson 7: Final tips
In this lesson, I share some tips to keep in mind while painting with watercolor, including how to gauge how dark your colors will be and how to print your drawings for painting.
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Lesson 8: Finishing your card
I’ll show you how to finish your card with a little pizzaz.
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Wrapping up
Congratulations on completing the course! Milo (my puppy) makes a special appearance in this video. I offer instructions for how to share your card with others who have participated in the course.
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