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Melissa M.
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Speaks Japanese, English -
Teaching since 2006 -
Teaches Beginner
Teaching Locations:
Online
Private Watercolor Painting Teacher
Lessons would be individualized to focus on areas that need the most guidance.
About Melissa
I have been teaching since 2006 on a variety of topics. I graduated with an BA from the University of Wisconsin. My degree is in History with and emphasis on East Asian history. I've taught all age groups from age 2 up to retirees. My teaching experience includes one-on-one and group classes i
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Jane M.
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Awarded Design of Merit Award, (Branding for the museum) from Currier Museum of Art -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced -
Painting and Drawing from Santa Reparata International School of Art, Florence, Italy
Teaching Locations:
Online
Private Watercolor Painting Teacher
I teach what you want to learn. Lessons may include: Basic or advanced techniques. Mixing vibrant hues. Wet-on-wet. Dry brush. Masking. Glazing. Dew drops on flowers. Textures--using salt, layering, sponges, scratching, lifting, etc. Considering your light source. Loosening up. Managing the water to pigment ratio. Paper selection. Setting up your palette. What paints to use. And brushes: how many, what kind and brand? Painting outdoors in the open air, or from photographs, or from a still life. Using your phone to help you critique your painting. All levels--from beginner to advanced. Demonstrations on creating watercolors in the style of famous watercolorists like John Singer Sargent, or Winslow Homer.
Subject matter can include journaling, watercolor sketching, landscapes, seascapes, florals, abstracts, still life, urban settings, color grids, and more.
Additionally, you can schedule a lesson and let me know that you want to use it as a critique to review some of your work. I ...
About Jane
I LOVE teaching. I'm an award-winning artist and I've taught watercolor for 25+ years. I've taught students of all ages from the US & Italy. I've taught at Cleveland Botanical Garden, Missouri Botanical Garden, Illinois Central College, in churches, libraries, home schools, & at Harvard University
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David Z.
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Teaching since 2010 -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced -
BFA Fine Art Painting from Northern Illinois University
Teaching Locations:
Online
Private Watercolor Painting Teacher
• Use materials such as pens and ink, watercolors, charcoal and oil to create artwork.
• Confer with clients and other interested parties regarding the nature and content of artwork to be produced.
• Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques for clients of all ages.
• Collaborate, gather materials and design curriculum for art workshops in the community:
o Charcoal Over Watercolor Workshop
o Watercolor Workshop
o Acrylic Painting Workshop
o Self-Portraits in Charcoal Workshop
o Mixed Media Black Ink Over Gouache Workshop
o Oil Pastel Workshop “Beekle, The Imaginary Friend”
• Providing professional framing services for art workshop clientele
• Art brokering and marketing art material at various shows including:
o Art Show- Prairie Arts Festival, Schaumburg, 5-28-2017
• Sales, Murals Advertising and Promotional Artwork
About David
Dedicated art professional with 18 years of experience in creating artwork utilizing various medias. In my early years I worked as an outsider artist giving watercolor lessons for Susan Edwards of the artist place called "The Art Attack in Sycamore Illinois. After some years of painting and display
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Megan R.
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Awarded The Edge of Realism from Abend Gallery -
Teaches students 12 and up -
BFA Painting from Texas State University
Teaching Locations:
Online
Private Watercolor Painting Teacher
In private watercolor classes I will show you the basics of watercolor and the ways to make it fun. Popular classes include how to paint animals, faces or landscapes. Water colors are wonderful for illustration, expressive art or realism. Watercolor is a relaxing and meditative medium perfect for a busy life to slow down and appreciate the creative flow.
GROUP CLASSES: I also offer group classes for friends , student and co workers .
About Megan
My background: When I'm not in my art studio creating oil paintings, I enjoy teaching others what I have learned in over a decade of schooling. I have trained with some of the top artists in the fine art industry and learned many of their secrets to share with you. My methods combine classical and
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Deron C.
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Speaks Spanish -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced -
Teaches students 5 and up
Teaching Locations:
Online
Private Watercolor Painting Teacher
Teaching artist Deron Cohen will guide you step-by-step through how to re-create an image in watercolor paint. Learn techniques and tricks!
About Deron
I am a San Diego native and have shown my paintings extensively throughout San Diego. It wasn't until several years after I graduated from UCLA in 1994 with a Bachelors in Fine Arts, that I really tried to show my work in galleries. Most recently, my work has been in shows at Project X Gallery, The
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Karen B.
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Teaching since 2015 -
BFA Painting from Kutztown University -
Teaches students 18 and up
Teaching Locations:
Online
Private Watercolor Painting Teacher
We will learn the very basic mechanics of how to paint with watercolors. We will explore different techniques in watercolor painting, including washes, wet in wet work, and glazing. There will be practice exercises each lesson that then will be applied to a painting. Working in this beautiful medium is fun and rewarding. My lessons and classes are designed for the beginner just getting comfortable with watercolor, as well as the intermediate painter.
About Karen
I love showing people how fun creating can be, and helping them tap into their own creativity no matter how deep down it may be buried! My passion is watercolor painting and I really want to share this amazing medium with you. All levels are welcome, especially those who have never tried watercolor
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At the beginning of each class , she starts with a helpful lesson on watercolor techniques and then she has us proceed to working on our paintings. . She has a pleasant personality and provides the
right amount of instruction and encouragement.
Because of COVID, our classes had to go virtual, but she has managed online teaching very well. She even purchased an additional camera, so that we can clearly see the technique she is demonstrating to us.
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Private Watercolor Painting Lessons Near You
Composed of pigments suspended in water-based paints, watercolors are one of the most popular forms of painting both for beginning and professional artists. These paints deposit lovely, yet delicate hues on a variety of surfaces and have an impressive range of potential when it comes to creating depth and lightness in a work of art. Plus, they're great for landscapes, still life paintings, and portraits.
If you’re interested in introducing yourself to the art of watercolor painting or expanding on the skills you already have, TakeLessons can help. We offer all kinds of art sessions, including basic watercolor painting lessons for beginners as well as more advanced lessons for students already familiar with this art form. Whether you’re looking to learn the basics or master more
complex techniques, our watercolor painting lessons will put you on the path toward success.
Why Learn Watercolor Painting?
Like other forms of painting, painting with watercolors imparts a variety of brain and health benefits. It inspires creativity and also induces deep relaxation. This type of stress relief is important for both your mental and physical well-being. The act of creating artwork can also help you express yourself, boost your confidence, improve your problem-solving skills, and even enhance your memory!
Aside from the positive mental and emotional benefits, painting can open up a world of opportunities. For example, you might find that watercoloring is your passion, and you’d like to pursue a career selling your artwork or teaching others to create masterpieces. Or perhaps it’s a hobby that you begin to love, and you’ll find pleasure in painting gifts for your friends and family or making art collections for yourself.
The Benefits of Taking Basic Watercolor Painting Lessons
We get it—learning a new skill can be intimidating. For example, maybe the students in your class are at a more advanced level than you, or perhaps your teacher moves at a pace that’s too fast for you to keep up. You might even feel nervous about asking questions or spending too much time on one subject.
That’s why we offer private watercolor painting lessons to all our students. We strive to remove all those barriers and boundaries so that you can learn in an environment that is most conducive to your learning style. Your private teacher will work with you one-on-one, providing you with individualized attention so that you can focus on what you need in order to succeed.
During your private lessons, you get to call the shots, choose the pace, ask all your questions, and work on the subjects that interest you most. With your tutor’s help, guidance, and support, you will be crafting watercolor masterpieces before you know it!
Sample Curriculum for Beginner Watercolor Painting
In beginner watercolor painting lessons, your teacher might cover the following topics:
- Introduction to watercolors (learn about the different types and forms of watercolor paints)
- Gather your supplies (brushes, papers, palettes, and more)
- Learn how to begin a watercolor painting (wet-on-wet vs. wet-on-dry)
- Practice mixing, diluting, and building up colors
- Perform tricks with salt and heat
Sample Curriculum for Intermediate Watercolor Painting
In these lessons, your teacher might choose to cover the following subjects:
- Experiment with different substrates (weights of paper, plaster, wood, etc.)
- Practice precision painting
- Consider composition and negative space
- Learn how to work in layers
- Use color theory to create visually dynamic compositions
Sample Curriculum for Advanced Watercolor Painting
Subjects taught in advanced lessons depend greatly on the individual student's interests and goals, but your teacher might choose to cover the following topics:
- Develop personal style and techniques
- Workshop your composition and collection ideas
- Hone your skills and challenge yourself with unique subject matters
- Prepare a collection for a gallery showing
- Learn all about the business of art
How to Find Watercolor Painting Lessons Near You
At TakeLessons, we understand the importance of working with a tutor that understands you and your needs. So to ensure you and your tutor are a good match, we let you decide who you want to work with. We feature a long list of professional and certified painting teachers with various backgrounds and expertise. To get to know them better, you can read their profiles, check out their reviews, and even connect with them before you make your decision.
We also want to make learning convenient for you, so we invite you to choose between in-person and online lessons. Our online lessons take place virtually using audio and video conferencing over the internet. If you choose the online format, all you need is an internet connection and a device to connect you, such as laptop, smartphone, or computer.
Sign up for watercolor painting lessons near you today to grow into the artist you’ve always dreamed of becoming!