Advanced Watercolor by Ronnie Williford

Ronnie opens the course by sharing what inspires his watercolor passion and who will benefit most from this watercolor journey.

Discover the qualities of different watercolor tools, why Ronnie favors his chosen materials, and how he prepares them for painting.

Begin with simple exercises to get comfortable with your pigments and brushes, then practice building depth by adding watercolor layers.

Follow Ronnie’s step-by-step approach to layering, shading, and creating depth in your watercolor paintings.

Work through a more complex vignette, exploring planes in your composition and highlighting areas of vibrant color.

Start with a miniature sketch to spot the darkest values, then choose your colors and use different brushes to add the finishing touches.

Paint alongside Ronnie as you capture a live model, exploring techniques for rendering realistic textures like hair and fabric.

Learn to use strong lighting to transform your artwork, starting with a thumbnail to plan values and composition.

Get practical tips on planning what to paint and how to build a well-thought-out watercolor composition.

Learn simple tips to keep your brushes in top condition and extend their life for many paintings to come.