Beginning October 1st!

Class Description:

In this advanced digital art class, students will explore the world of watercolor painting through the lens of Procreate. Designed for high school students who are already proficient in Procreate, this course delves into the application of traditional watercolor techniques in a digital environment. Over four weeks, students will learn to master the art of creating transparent, layered watercolor effects that mimic the fluidity and vibrancy of traditional media. Each week, they will build on foundational skills, from understanding flat washes and value scales to applying complex color theory, culminating in a final project that showcases their newfound expertise.

Class Experience:

In this comprehensive 4-week course, students will be guided through the intricate process of replicating traditional watercolor effects using Procreate. The class is structured around weekly projects, each focusing on a specific aspect of digital watercolor painting.

• Week 1 introduces students to the basics, including importing watercolor textures, creating flat wash value scales, and working with monochromatic palettes through a mandala project.
• Week 2 advances to understanding light and shadow, using sphere shading techniques to create depth and form, with a focus on painting a realistic apple.
• Week 3 covers color theory, where students will explore complementary and analogous color schemes, learning to use desaturated complementary colors for shadows. They'll apply these skills in a still life project, experimenting with saturation to enhance depth and vibrancy.
• Week 4 brings it all together in a final project, where students will paint a fall leaf, using all the techniques they've learned to create a realistic and expressive digital watercolor composition.

The class will be interactive, with live demonstrations, step-by-step guidance, and plenty of opportunities for individual feedback and critique. My teaching style is supportive and detail-oriented, ensuring that each student understands the techniques and can apply them confidently. Students will be encouraged to experiment and express their creativity while adhering to the principles of traditional watercolor painting.

By the end of this course, students will not only have a deep understanding of how to emulate traditional watercolors digitally but also a portfolio of work that demonstrates their ability to blend classic art techniques with modern digital tools.