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Getting Started with Watercolor & Gouache Paints (Self-Paced)

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Overview

Start your watercolor journey today with a comprehensive introduction to this expressive medium. Are you drawn to working with watercolor and gouache paints but uncertain where to begin? Accomplished artist and illustrator Mary Jane Begin will guide you through the essential knowledge you need to launch your painting practice with confidence.

This foundational course is carefully designed for beginners eager to master the basics and develop a sustainable painting practice. By completing this class, you'll possess the fundamental skills required to confidently pick up a brush and begin experimenting with both watercolor and gouache paints.

Key Topics Covered:

  • Comprehensive overview of the different watercolor and gouache paint types available, including how each variety behaves and performs
  • Selection guidance for choosing the right brushes and paper types that work best with these paints
  • Practical techniques for making simple marks and shapes, helping you become comfortable and familiar with the medium's unique properties

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