Everyday Watercolour: Winter Folk Tales

Course Description

Explore a more playful approach to winter painting in this relaxed watercolour workshop. We’ll create a stylized winter landscape using simple shapes, drawing, pattern, and layers of colour rather than focusing on realistic detail. You’ll learn how to build a landscape from basic shapes, layer transparent colour to create depth, and use granulating watercolours to add natural variation and texture to your painting. Once the watercolour layers are finished, we’ll bring the pieces to life with drawn lines, patterns, and small details inspired by folk art. No previous watercolour experience is needed. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or looking to build on your existing skills, you’ll have demonstrations, guidance, and individual support throughout the workshop. All supplies are provided, and you’ll leave with a finished painting and a collection of new techniques to use in your own watercolour practice. Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or looking to rediscover your creativity, the Everyday Watercolour Workshop Series is designed to help you feel comfortable exploring watercolour at your own pace. Each workshop features a different theme, giving you the opportunity to try new subjects, techniques, and creative approaches while building a strong foundation in watercolour. Every session begins with an introduction to the medium, including essential techniques, colour mixing, and practical tips to help you better understand how watercolour behaves. You'll then follow along with step-by-step demonstrations before creating your own finished painting to take home. These workshops are designed to encourage curiosity, experimentation, and confidence. Rather than focusing on perfection, you'll learn how to embrace the unique qualities of watercolour while developing skills you can continue to use in your own creative practice. No previous experience is required, and all materials and supplies are included. Just bring yourself and a willingness to play, learn, and enjoy the process. What to expect: - A new theme and project in every workshop - A guided introduction to watercolour techniques and colour mixing - Step-by-step demonstrations and individual support - All supplies provided - A finished painting to take home at the end of the session