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Introducing Watercolor Sketching: Color + Composition
An Online Course
with Marla Baggetta
Two of the most exciting aspects of painting are color and composition! During this workshop we’ll a deep dive into both of these painting fundamentals with the help of the great Masters: Edgar Payne and Claude Monet. One of the tried and true methods of art training is to create your own versions of the work of the Old Masters. You already have the subject and format worked out for you. Through copying paintings, you’ll develop a bank of knowledge about color and composition that you can use in your own drawing and sketching practice.
Over 9 Hours of Video
We have worked hard to bring you high quality instructional videos that provides easy to follow, clear and detailed instruction. You’ll have lifetime access to all the videos enabling you work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home from any device for a seamless and modern online experience.
Beautifully Illustrated PDF
Our 69 page detailed coursework presents you with an illustrated guide to materials, theory and wisdom from an expert instructor and professional artist covering everything you need to get started with Watercolor Sketching. Divided into 11 highly structured chapters, Marla will guide you through all of the necessary groundwork, reinforced with exciting exercises and step-by-step demonstrations, providing you a roadmap to becoming an accomplished painter.
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Course Contents
Each chapter focuses on a Study or a Step By Step Demo
Chapter 1:
Getting Started
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Guided Learning: Introduction
Materials + Supplies
Why Watercolor - Video: Introduction to Color + Composition with Edgar Payne and Claude Monet
Chapter 2:
Color Chart
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Guided Learning:
Seeing Colors
Gradient Color Swatches -
Video: Color Chart
Gradient Swatches
Chapter 3:
Mixing Grays
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Guided Learning: Mixing Grays
Natures Grays -
Video:
Mixing Grays
Chapter 4:
Techniques
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Guided Learning:
Dropping Color
Granulation
Broken Color
Glazing -
Video:
Techniques
Chapter 5:
Impressionism
Radicals in their time, early Impressionists violated the rules of academic painting. They constructed their pictures from freely brushed colors that took precedence over lines and contours. They used a loose, direct application of paint and used optical mixing rather than direct mixing on a palette.
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Guided Learning:
Simultaneous Contrast
History + Connections
Payne's Pursuit of Perfection
Monet's Universal Appeal - Video: History + Connections
Chapter 6:
Color
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Guided Learning:
Optical Mixing
The Influence of Light
Chapter 7:
Composition
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Guided Learning:
Composition Overview
The Principles of Art
Model Compositions
Chapter 8:
Repeating Themes
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Guided Learning:
Repeating Themes
100 Variations
Chapter 9:
Payne Projects
Edgar Payne was well known for capturing the majesty of the Western landscape. He painted multiple pieces of favorite motifs from the Laguna coastline to the Mesas of Arizona. We are going to study some of his works in miniature here. This will let us really explore the power of the compositions.
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Videos:
9 Studies Part 1
9 Studies Part 2
9 Studies Part 3
Chapter 10:
Monet Projects
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Videos:
Houses of Parliament 9 Variations
Le Grand Canal
Chapter 11:
Afterword
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Guided Learning:
What Else to Study
Closing Thoughts
Goodybe Duck
Watercolor Sketching: Color + Composition!
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Get started mastering Watercolor Sketching: Color + Composition in this incredible Online Workshop!
Beautifully Designed Ebook
69 pages of in-depth content
In Depth Theory and Guidance
Marla isolates the complex principles of painting and investigates them practically and simply so any student can comprehend and execute even the most difficult problems. Moving from simple to more involved concepts, each lesson builds on the previous so you’ll gain a sound foundation to further your study and practice of painting.
Step by Step Guided Demonstrations
Marla guides you through the time-tested fundamentals step by step, stroke by stroke from the very beginning stages of a painting to the finish line in a logical and enjoyable path. Marla stresses the need to develop your own judgement and individual voice as an artist.
A Lifetime of Painting Experience
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Over 30 years as a professional artist and teacher
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Testimonials
Marla has Hundreds of Satisfied Students
I was both stimulated and excited at the prospect of taking on a totally new medium. I adored the class work and the interaction with other students. I hope to take another class soon and I feel I have learned a great deal in”mark making” and with a new medium upon which to play. Thanks, Marla!
Donna, Santa Fe
World Class Video Instruction
Like having a teacher at the easel with you, no matter where you are
Fun and Easeful Instruction
With a lifetime of experience as an artist and educator, Marla brings an unparalleled combination of joy and wisdom directly to your home. We have worked hard to offer beautiful and clear video instruction, providing valuable education and insight, that will keep you inspired for months and even years.
Up Close and Personal at the Easel
Following along while learning has never been easier! The demonstration view shows the progress of each painting, the reference photo and thumbnail when appropriate, so you get to see how each piece is built from start to finish. Marla narrates her progress in real time as she is painting, so you won’t miss a thing!
Watercolor Sketching: Color + Composition!
24/7/365 COURSE ACCESS
Get started mastering Watercolor Sketching: Color + Composition with this incredible Online Workshop!
Frequently Asked Questions
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The workshop assignments are online accessible 24×7 – you can take the lessons any time you want. You are not required to complete the course in a specified amount of time. You get access to all the assignments in the workshop at once in a secure member’s area on PaintingLessonsWithMarla.com
When you register for the workshop, you’ll get a Student Account which gives you access to the My Courses area on the PaintingLessonsWithMarla.com website. Your Student Account will allow you take lessons and complete assignments any time you want.
You get lifetime access to the workshop and lessons you pay for so you can finish your painting any time. It’s fun to keep up with your fellow artists and see how they are doing too but you can stop and come back to it any time, 24×7. Assignment reminders are sent via email but you can complete them at your own pace – no problem at all!
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