Painting Animals | Online Course

What you will need…

  • Pencil
  • Eraser
  • Black pen or biro
  • Paper towel
  • Water
  • Watercolour paints
  • Paint brush (round and approximately size 10)
  • Watercolour paper

Develop your watercolour skills and produce a beautiful series of animal inspired paintings. From beetles to birds, cats to dogs, you’ll tackle a wide range of animals and expand your painting skills. Suitable for beginner and advanced painters.

Suitable for all levels

Reference images provided

Three 1-hour classes


Course Content

Class 1 – Bold Colour & Movement

Taking inspiration from a variety of beautiful birds, you will develop the ability to portray movement and pattern. From a gorgeous pheasant to birds in flight, you’ll come away with a better understanding of how to marry colour and texture to produce great work.


Class 2 – Structure & Pattern

In this class you will paint a series of brightly patterned insects, such as dragonfly and beetle. Your teacher will help you to create shine and intricate detail and you’ll explore the fascinating structures of these creatures whilst developing fantastic paintings.


Class 3 – Shape & Details

In this session your inspiration will come from two much-loved animals. You’ll practice loose brush work and learn how to portray the facial characteristics of a dog and a cat. Your teacher will help you to simplify shapes and think about composition in your work.