I provide a variety of exciting watercolour tutorials for all levels to improve your painting. As an Art tutor I have put my ideas into step by step videos covering a range of subjects and techniques. Included are downloadable photos, material lists and sketches so you can paint along with me. Scroll through the choices below and click on the View and Book links to view all tutorials on my course craft website.
Testimonial"Thank you Denise for very stimulating lessons. The videos are clear, informative and engaging and they gave me the confidence to try new techniques and experiment with different materials. " Katie May 2020.
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Online project
Paint Anemones in detail
Paint the delicate petals and emerging bud using fine detail and a limited palette of colours.
Hues are blended and lifted to create highlights and soft petals. Photo and Materials list provided.
Mixing your own darks without using black. Tone and tonal value range explained, showing you how to use a full range of tone to maximise contrast & create atmosphere.
Pure watercolour techniques explained. Materials list provided.
A comprehensive course for beginners, those who have been painting for a short time or wanting to improve their techniques. Learn at your own pace with video lessons, 10 projects to complete and downloadable photographs and sketches so you can paint along with me.
"Fabulous exceptionally High Standards as usual Denise. Thank you. Especially loved the music hope to hear more!!! Flora May 2020
"This course does exactly what it says on the tin. It is richly packed with a series of varied and fascinating challenges, each one carefully tutored and demonstrated by Denise. I have undertaken all ten classes and have enjoyed them enormously. And I have also learned a lot. Hopefully I have improved a little over the course of the term, but in any case I have also learned where my weaknesses lie and have the tools and guidance to do better next time. Thank you so much Denise". Intermediate course -Creative Waterolours: Extending your Technique. Testimonial from Frances July 2020
'I had a great time discovering new techniques from the online course to use in my own watercolour paintings. I liked Denise’s step by step approach, being introduced to some unfamiliar materials and found her project themes inspiring. As well as a video lesson, Denise provides lots of supporting information including additional photos, cheat sheets and suggested colour mixing palettes. Denise is such a generous tutor who is happy to share the knowledge and experience she has with her students.' Mandy. May 2020
'Thank you Denise for very stimulating lessons. The videos are clear, informative and engaging and they gave me the confidence to try new techniques and experiment with different materials. I loved being creative with the tracing paper and sticks, things I would have never tried before!’ Katie. May 2020
'This was a wonderful first lesson, thank you Denise. Your videos are beautifully done, clear & precise. It was great to be able to rewind & rewatch sections as my painting progressed. It reminded me of the Daises Workshop I did with you last year. Thank you too to James for the delightful music, so calm & relaxing'. Janet. May 2020
Hi Denise. I really enjoyed the daisies and the video was clear and easy to follow. The music was a great addition and I liked being able to pause and then catch up with you. Looking forward to my next challenge. I think this is my most successful use of salt ever!
