Rose with out of focus background
Want to know how to use value to create the illusion of a rounded shape? This is the perfect tutorial for you. Especially if you are a beginner. Each crayon is it's own separate lesson which makes it so easy to follow and I give you details on exactly how to paint each one so you'll paint each crayone confidently.
3.5 Hours
In this tutorial you are going to discover how easy it is to paint a soft, out of focus background. This part is so exciting and playful as we will use a few loose washes to create the soft blends of color and avoid areas that we want to remain brighter. This background will make the rose pop off the page. I am also going to show you how to protect the rose area while you are painting in the background to prevent any splatters or spillage from your background.
Painting the rose in a realistic style is done in section at a time. We will take it slow and steady in smaller bite sized lessons so we can complete the rose with satisfaction and confidence. We will be using a limited palette to allow us to focus on just a few colors to create each and every petal of this gorgeous rose. I will show you how using value is going to create the depth where petals tuck down into the center of the rose and create highlights on the outer edges of some petals to make them stand out and look 3D.
Overall this painting project is going to truly help you further your creativity and artistic ability taking your watercolor skills to a whole new level.
$75
This course also includes:
Full Lifetime Access
30 Days Money Back Guarantee
Free materials list
Free reference photo
Free line drawing
Who This Course is For
This lesson is created for everyone. If you are a seasoned watercolorist you will find this tutorial to be exciting and new. Something that my possibly take you outside your comfort zone. If you are newer to watercolor, this is definitely a tutorial you can complete because each lesson is broken down into shorter segments so you can start and stop when you need to. You will have easy to follow, step-by-step instructions with details on how to mix color, when to use water as a glaze and how much paint to use and where.
Basic Tools & Supplies for this course
A complete list, including purchase links, is available inside the DOWNLOADS section.
Colors Used: Nickle Azo Yellow, Carmine, Helios Purple, Phthalo Blue, Hookers Green
Brushes: Rosemary & Co
Brushes Paper: Fabriano Cold Press 300lb
Your Instructor, Nina Suggs
Nina Suggs is a contemporary Water Color artist who lives and works in Stamford, CT. A native of Tennessee. Her colorful paintings pay homage to her roots and love for all types of art. Nina enjoys painting subjects with definite reflections and shadows, allowing her to experiment with color to create depth and dimension. Her distinctive personal style is realism, created with many washes along with lifting techniques. All are brought to life with light and color, jumping off the paper with bold compositions and harmony.
A visual storyteller at heart, Nina has been a creative soul since she was young. As a child, she would sit at her mother's sewing machine, make purses out of cut-up old jeans, and then decorate them with hand-embroidered flowers. Nina also loved to draw, using her sister's Golden Books as a reference to learn from. Always the creator at heart, she found herself experimenting with all styles and artistic mediums, from knitting to ornate paper crafts, pencil sketches, to oil painting. Nina ultimately discovered her passion for watercolor after attending a workshop. She loved the medium so much that she started painting daily. An autodidactic learner at heart, Nina has spent thousands of hours honing her craft. Her love and skill for Water Color continue to grow, and she can be found in her studio creating daily.
Catherine
W.
Nina helped me learn how to create depth in my paintings and I had so much fun learning!
Sibrena
M.
Discovering the Art of Watercolor: A Novice's Journey with Nina's Masterful Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
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What if I can’t draw?
You do not have to be able to draw. I supply you with the line drawing image so you can trace it directly onto your watercolor paper.
Do I need any prior experience in painting to take your courses?
You do not need prior experience. I walk you through each course, step by step, with in-depth instruction.
Are the courses self-paced or scheduled at specific times?
They are self paced. You will find that I break each course down into workable time periods. Giving you breaks between courses so you can move as fast as you choose.
What makes your watercolor painting courses unique or different from others?
I explain the how, why and when, for all the techniques I use in my courses. I don’t bombard you with a lot of colors to have for each painting. You will use a limited amount of colors with each course. This makes the process easier for people who do not have a lot of supplies, and it helps you to have a better understanding of how to mix colors on your palette and on your paper.
Money Back Guarantee.
Once you have purchased a course. You have 30 days to receive a refund. After 30 days or if you have completed 50% of the course, the money back guarantee is no longer valid.
What do I need to get started with watercolor painting?
There are few supplies you will need to get started. A minimum of three primary colors. I recommend, Nickel Azo Yellow, M. Graham, Quinacridone Rose, M. Graham, and Phthalo Blue (red shade) M. Graham. Watercolor Brushes, sizes 0-2-4-6-8, SilverWhite brushes are an affordable brand, and watercolor paper, 300 lb, cold press, Arches or Fabriano Artistico. It is a good idea to have transfer paper as well.
How do I access the online courses?
Super simple. Just pick any of the courses that look interesting to you. Click on that course image, and you will be taken to checkout.
What if I am having trouble viewing the video?
Check your browser settings. If you are watching from a work computer there could be a firewall preventing you from viewing.
Can I share my finished artwork from your courses on social media or my website?
I encourage you to share your finished work. You are welcome to share on the Facebook group, the watercolor community on the website and on your own social media pages. It would be amazing if you would share the link to the course you take so others who may enjoy painting can sign up as well.
Your Instructor, Nina Suggs
Nina Suggs is a contemporary Water Color artist who lives and works in Stamford, CT. A native of Tennessee. Her colorful paintings pay homage to her roots and love for all types of art. Nina enjoys painting subjects with definite reflections and shadows, allowing her to experiment with color to create depth and dimension. Her distinctive personal style is realism, created with many washes along with lifting techniques. All are brought to life with light and color, jumping off the paper with bold compositions and harmony.
A visual storyteller at heart, Nina has been a creative soul since she was young. As a child, she would sit at her mother's sewing machine, make purses out of cut-up old jeans, and then decorate them with hand-embroidered flowers. Nina also loved to draw, using her sister's Golden Books as a reference to learn from. Always the creator at heart, she found herself experimenting with all styles and artistic mediums, from knitting to ornate paper crafts, pencil sketches, to oil painting. Nina ultimately discovered her passion for watercolor after attending a workshop. She loved the medium so much that she started painting daily. An autodidactic learner at heart, Nina has spent thousands of hours honing her craft. Her love and skill for Water Color continue to grow, and she can be found in her studio creating daily.
Catherine
W.
Nina helped me learn how to create depth in my paintings and I had so much fun learning!
I have been painting for a couple years now but felt I had more to learn. I took a live class with Nina and it was so much fun. I learned more about water control and how to paint wet on wet, and wet on dry techniques that I did not know how to do before. Nina helped me learn how to create depth in my paintings by showing me techniques that will create more value in my painting and how to balance that with the highlights to give the subject life and become three dimensional. I also learned how to mix my colors to achieve the right colors I needed. I would highly recommend Nina's classes and online lessons. She is patient, very informative and will definitely help you learn how to grow as a painter.
Sibrena
M.
Discovering the Art of Watercolor: A Novice's Journey with Nina's Masterful Guidance
I am very new to watercolor. Haven't ever really painted anything before I took one of Nina's classes. I wasn't sure how to get started in watercolor, but I knew I wanted to give it a try. Nina made it so easy for me to learn how to use my brushes along with the paint in varying amounts of water to get a soft pastel color on the paper and how to mix less water into the paint for a more vibrant and saturated color. Nina also taught me about harmony in my painting. And how using certain colors together would make the process much easier and the painting come out looking cohesive. I really learned a lot and want to continue learning more from Nina. I plan on taking more classes so I can elevate my skill level. Nina is an excellent teacher. She takes you through the process of your painting step by step, making sure to give details on what she is doing and why. Actually getting to understand the why to the how was amazing.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What if I can’t draw?
You do not have to be able to draw. I supply you with the line drawing image so you can trace it directly onto your watercolor paper.
Do I need any prior experience in painting to take your courses?
You do not need prior experience. I walk you through each course, step by step, with in-depth instruction.
Are the courses self-paced or scheduled at specific times?
They are self paced. You will find that I break each course down into workable time periods. Giving you breaks between courses so you can move as fast as you choose.
What makes your watercolor painting courses unique or different from others?
I explain the how, why and when, for all the techniques I use in my courses. I don’t bombard you with a lot of colors to have for each painting. You will use a limited amount of colors with each course. This makes the process easier for people who do not have a lot of supplies, and it helps you to have a better understanding of how to mix colors on your palette and on your paper.
Money Back Guarantee.
Once you have purchased a course. You have 30 days to receive a refund. After 30 days or if you have completed 50% of the course, the money back guarantee is no longer valid.
What do I need to get started with watercolor painting?
There are few supplies you will need to get started. A minimum of three primary colors. I recommend, Nickel Azo Yellow, M. Graham, Quinacridone Rose, M. Graham, and Phthalo Blue (red shade) M. Graham. Watercolor Brushes, sizes 0-2-4-6-8, SilverWhite brushes are an affordable brand, and watercolor paper, 300 lb, cold press, Arches or Fabriano Artistico. It is a good idea to have transfer paper as well.
How do I access the online courses?
Super simple. Just pick any of the courses that look interesting to you. Click on that course image, and you will be taken to checkout.
What if I am having trouble viewing the video?
Check your browser settings. If you are watching from a work computer there could be a firewall preventing you from viewing.
Can I share my finished artwork from your courses on social media or my website?
I encourage you to share your finished work. You are welcome to share on the Facebook group, the watercolor community on the website and on your own social media pages. It would be amazing if you would share the link to the course you take so others who may enjoy painting can sign up as well.