Course Overview
Learn Modern Vibrant Watercolour Portraits
In this course, I’ll guide you step by step through my complete watercolour portrait process — the same method I’ve honed over years of painting.
We’ll start with the essentials: the materials I use, how to choose the right reference image, and how to sketch it onto paper. From there, we’ll explore composition and do a simple exercise on understanding values — a crucial part of this modern approach.
Next, I’ll show you how to mix and prepare colours in a way that makes watercolours easy and intuitive. You’ll practice glazing techniques and learn how to lay down colour shapes with confidence.
Then we’ll bring it all together in a full, real‑time portrait — broken down into nine clear stages from start to finish. Finally, I’ll share a short conclusion on how you can apply this method to future projects.
Alongside the lessons, you’ll also get a FREE printable Cheat Sheet — a handy one‑page guide you can keep beside you while painting.
This course is suitable for all abilities — whether you’re brand new to watercolours or already experienced and looking for a fresh, modern approach. By following this simple process, you’ll quickly discover how to create portraits that are vibrant, abstract, and uniquely your own.
