Animal Kingdom – Dogs, Cats, Birds & Bugs

LEARNING TO PAINT IN WATERCOLOUR

Animal Kingdom – Dogs, Cats, Birds & Bugs

COLOURFUL WINGS | ARTHROPODS | FURRY FAVOURITES

Join us in developing your watercolour skills whilst producing a beautiful series of animal inspired paintings. Your teacher will help you to portray movement and depth in your work. You don’t need any previous experience to join, and you will be supported in a friendly and creative environment.

THURSDAY 16^TH JUNE – 6:30PM – 7:30PM UK TIME

Colourful Wings – 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.

THURSDAY 23^RD JUNE – 6:30PM – 7:30PM UK TIME

Arthropods – 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.

THURSDAY 30^th JUNE – 6:30PM – 7:30PM UK TIME

Furry Favourites – 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.

You will need:

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