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Online drawing lesson «Illustration Ink Masterclass. Draw Expressive Characters with Lamy Pen» by Illustration from Sergey zinovkin
Illustration Ink Masterclass. Draw Expressive Characters with Lamy Pen
Master class Sergey zinovkin
1 students
0 from 5
A complete illustration masterclass focused on character design using only black ink and a Lamy fountain pen. Learn how to turn a prompt into a finished surreal figure. Perfect for Inktober, sketchbook lovers, and artists looking to sharpen their inking skills.
Online drawing lesson «Painting Wildflower Bouquets in Watercolor with Elena Bazanova» by Painting from Elena Bazanova
Painting Wildflower Bouquets in Watercolor with Elena Bazanova
Master class Elena Bazanova
359 students
5 from 5
Discover how to paint airy, vibrant wildflower bouquets in watercolor with Elena Bazanova. Learn to work with light, shadow, and fine details to create natural, delicate compositions that truly come alive on paper
Online drawing lesson «How to Paint Breaking Waves in Watercolour» by Painting from Julia Barminova
How to Paint Breaking Waves in Watercolour
Master class Julia Barminova
925 students
4.9 from 5
Learn how to paint dynamic breaking waves in watercolour with Julia Barminova. Master essential techniques to capture the ocean's power, movement, and foam details in your seascapes
Online drawing lesson «Painting Physalis with Watercolors» by Botanical painting from Svetlana Lanse
Painting Physalis with Watercolors
Master class Svetlana Lanse
13 students
0 from 5
Discover how to paint the delicate and vibrant physalis in watercolors with artist Svetlana Lanse. In this masterclass, you will learn to create expressive botanical paintings, adding depth and texture to your work using watercolor techniques
Online drawing lesson «Botanical painting.  Russula» by Watercolour from Alexander Vyazmensky
Botanical painting. Russula
Master class Alexander Vyazmensky
7 students
0 from 5
Painting Russula mushrooms from life and understanding botanical painting
Online drawing lesson «Breakfast with bread and cheese. Drawing still life with watercolor» by Painting from Elena Bazanova
Breakfast with bread and cheese. Drawing still life with watercolor
Master class Elena Bazanova
359 students
5 from 5
Step by step master the technique of watercolor together with Elena Bazanova at the master class "Breakfast with bread and cheese", paint a still life with appetizing freshly baked ruddy rye bread, and tender golden cheese with a gloss of butter and holes in the flesh, which seems translucent "in th
Online drawing lesson «Urbansketching » by Painting from Sergey zinovkin
Free
Urbansketching
Course Sergey zinovkin
1 students
0 from 5
Preparing for plein air sketching! Draw 2 subjects: a sunny seaside town wharf and a bar street. You only need 2 materials: a pen and a sketchbook
Online drawing lesson «Stickers. Preparation of illustrations for sale on photostocks» by Painting from Tonia Tkach
Stickers. Preparation of illustrations for sale on photostocks
Master class Tonia Tkach
6 students
0 from 5
Do you want to give your friends and family a set of stickers for the holidays or open your own little store with author stickers? Or maybe create watercolor stickers for a coffee shop or children's clothing brand? Or just doodle in good company?
Online drawing lesson «Multicoloured peonies in a round vase in oil painting » by Oil paining from Mariya Pavlova
Multicoloured peonies in a round vase in oil painting
Master class Mariya Pavlova
2 students
0 from 5
Learn to draw stunning still lifes with colourful peonies in this masterclass with Maria Pavlova. Follow the lesson step by step, drawing peonies of different colours arranged in a vase
Online drawing lesson «Women's portrait in watercolor and gilding» by Sketching from Sergey zinovkin
Women's portrait in watercolor and gilding
Master class Sergey zinovkin
1 students
0 from 5
Being able to draw a beautiful portrait is probably the most coveted skill among people who draw. In this lesson, we will learn all the ins and outs of painting a portrait in the unique technique of watercolor with gilding!
Online drawing lesson «Mad tea party in watercolor» by Painting from Elena Bazanova
Mad tea party in watercolor
Master class Elena Bazanova
359 students
5 from 5
Join Elena Bazanova for a watercolor painting workshop and create a still life with a rabbit! This masterclass is dedicated to one of the symbols of the year 2023 – the rabbit
Online drawing lesson «Plums on watercolor paper» by Painting from Elena Bazanova
Plums on watercolor paper
Master class Elena Bazanova
359 students
5 from 5
Explore the art of still life painting with plums on paper in this online masterclass. Learn to play with textures and create beautiful compositions with watercolors
Online drawing lesson «Architecture course» by Painting from Julia Barminova
Architecture course
Course Julia Barminova
925 students
4.9 from 5
The foundation a watercolorist needs for confidence in constructing and depicting complex forms such as city streets, house facades, architectural elements, ships, yachts, and bicycles when working in the studio and in the open air.
Online drawing lesson «Vector Illustration in Adobe Fresco» from Tonia Tkach
Vector Illustration in Adobe Fresco
Course Tonia Tkach
6 students
0 from 5
Learn how to create stunning vector illustrations on a tablet with Adobe Fresco in this online workshop. Master the basics, explore different styles, and prepare your work for printing or uploading.
Online drawing lesson «The color of nephrite and pomegranate» by Painting from Elena Bazanova
The color of nephrite and pomegranate
Course Elena Bazanova
359 students
5 from 5
Recorded live practice with Elena Bazanova. Getting inspired by Chinese motifs and vibrant combination of colors. (with English subtitles)
Online drawing lesson «Botanical painting. Withered leaf» by Botanical painting from Svetlana Lanse
Free
Botanical painting. Withered leaf
Course Svetlana Lanse
13 students
0 from 5
One of the trends in modern botanical painting is the beauty of withering nature. Dried berries, cobweb of autumn leaves, dried fruits. We suggest starting your acquaintance with these stories from a dry sheet of complex shape in a restrained color.
Online drawing lesson «Draw hydrangea flower in watercolor» by Watercolour from Julia Barminova
Draw hydrangea flower in watercolor
Course Julia Barminova
925 students
4.9 from 5
Flowers with Julia Barminova. We will go through the features of watercolor technique in painting flowers, building a form, the basics of academic drawing, elements of botanical illustration etc.
Online drawing lesson «Draw sea and sails watercolor» by Painting from Julia Barminova
Draw sea and sails watercolor
Master class Julia Barminova
925 students
4.9 from 5
Discover the famous technique of traveling watercolorist.
Online drawing lesson «Boat on water in watercolor» from Julia Barminova
Boat on water in watercolor
Course Julia Barminova
925 students
4.9 from 5
Discover the famous technique of traveling watercolorist
Online drawing lesson «City landscape with Vikrant Shitole» from Vikrant Shitole
Free
City landscape with Vikrant Shitole
Master class Vikrant Shitole
6 students
0 from 5
In the video workshop, Vikrant Shitole told what paints and brushes he prefers to work with, what paper he likes, how he works with references.
Online drawing lesson «Book illustration with Martha Zhuravskaya» from Marta Žuravskaja
Book illustration with Martha Zhuravskaya
Course Marta Žuravskaja
2 students
0 from 5
Everything you need to know before you become a professional book illustrator with subtitles in english!

Online watercolor art lessons catalog

Use this page to browse a curated collection of online painting lessonswatercolor painting masterclasses and illustrationcourses presented by professional artist instructors for different levels, from beginning fundamentals to advancedprograms.

Here you can explore still life paintinglandscape paintingsbotanical artsketchingmixed media projects and digitalillustration classes that can be completed at your own pace using watercolorsoil paintingacrylic painting tutorialformats and digital art tools.

Subjectsstyles and creative focus

Courses cover a wide range of subject matter and styles that are highly relevant for building a strong visual foundationand personal portfolio.

  • Naturegardens and plantsflowersfloralsblossomgardenstreesplantsmountains, rivers and other scenes from nature that allow you to study lightshadow and composition.
  • Animals and character workanimals, birds and cute cats, as well as expressive face and character illustration that help you improve storytelling and drawing skills.
  • Urban views and still life painting: city view scenes, shop interiors, home objects, long table setups and small still life pieces that train your eye for valueproportions and depth.
  • Botanical art and floralsrose studiesspring and summer bouquets, vibrant florals and loose botanical art that showhow colourtexture and pigment work together.
  • Conceptual and design projectsprojects related to graphic designbook illustration, lettering and computer graphics that connect fine art with practical design fields.

These classes include artwork demonstrations that show how painting could look from the first wash on white paper to the finished piece, with every step explained.

Mediumstools and materials

Instructors explain what art supplies you need and how to use them effectively so that your results will look confident andprofessional.

  • Using watercolors on absorbent cold press watercolor paper and smoother surfaces, including guidance on paper size, format and how wash behaves.
  • Working with oil paintingacrylic painting tutorial projects and mixed media when combining different mediumtypes on canvas or in a sketchbook.
  • Choosing brushes for different brush techniques, from large flat brushes for broad wash to small round brushes for defined lines and details.
  • Building a balanced palette with burnt siennabluegreenorangeblackgray and other essential coloursincludingmixing colors for subtle tones and value shifts.
  • Using pencil and pen for sketching, underdrawing and writing notes in your journal or sketchbook to support the painting process.

Teachers show how to apply paint wet on wet and paint wet on dry, when to keep areas wet wet for soft edgeswhen a surface is still wetand when to switch to a dry brush for crisp lines and controlled texture.

You learn how to avoid using too much water, how to test ratio of water to pigment on a scrap of white paperand how to fix edges with a cloth or clean brush before blooms spread too far.

Watercolor techniques and process

Each course breaks the process into clear stages that help students understand what happens on the paper and why certain choices give better results.

  • Planning the base washbuilding layers and tonesand keeping important areas light while darker accents bringdepth and definition.
  • Learning how draw basic shapesthen refine proportions and composition before adding colourtexture andshading.
  • Exploring this technique in both loose and more defined styles so you can decide which approach feels more natural.
  • Studying wash types, from flat wash to graded washand how to blend colour transitions without overwhelming the surface.
  • Practicing dry brush, lifting, glazing and other painting techniques that add subtle reflectionshadow and magiclight effects.

Along way you will see how simple exercises in a sketchbook can use small studies to build confidence for larger artworkprojects on full size sheets or canvas.

Formatslevels and programs

Classes are structured for different levelsand each program is designed so that student progress is clear and measurable.

Level Focus Typical subjects
Fundamentals / tutorialbeginners Basic shapesproportionscompositionwash control, simple colour mixing. Easy watercolor projectssmall still life, simple treesflowers and basic landscape paintings.
Intermediateclasses Stronger value structure, depthstorytelling and drawing skills. Nature scenes, animalsflorals, urban sketchingcharacterillustration and digital illustration basics.
Advancedprograms Complex compositionsmixed mediaportfolio building and exhibitionplanning. Large landscape paintings, conceptual projectsprofessionalillustration courses and advanced mixed media artwork.

Weekly and monthly programsincluding special july and november sessions, offer structured study paths that can includelive meetings, feedback and community support.

Learning experience and teaching approach

Every course is presented by a professional teacher or instructor who explains concepts in a clear, practical manner anddemonstrates each step on camera.

  • High quality video lessons with close-up view of the paper so you can watch brush techniqueslines and colourflow in real time.
  • Step step guidesreference image files and notes that are available as downloadable resources for your ownpractice.
  • Exercises that encourage you to get better quickly by repeating essential fundamentals and gradually adding more advanced concepts.
  • Projects that help you complete finished artworkbuild a portfolio and remember key ideas through doing, not onlywatching.
  • Options for membership accessregular updates, newsletter subscription and community feedback to supportcontinuous personal development.

Instructors share tips on how to plan your journeywhat sketching habits help mostand how practiceeven in small daily sessions, leads to visible improvement over the years.

Who these classes are for

These painting lessons are designed for a wide range of people and creative goals.

  • Beginners of all agesincluding children's art enthusiasts and students from art schoolswho want to learn draw andlearn how paint from the beginning.
  • Intermediate painters who already have painted a few pieces and now wish to improve compositionvalueshadingand storytelling.
  • Advanced painters and professional illustrators who need structured programs for portfolio buildingexhibitionsand long term creative planning.
  • People working in design, graphic design and related fields who want to add hand-drawn illustration, watercolour or mixed media to their work.
  • Anyone who sees painting as personal development, a form of relaxed creative practice and a way to keepmemories of placesfriends and travels.

Whether you study for fun, for self expression or for professional reasonsthere are classes, workshops and programs that offer the right balance between challenge and support.

How to choose the right course

Use the filters and price ranges on this page to find courses that match your current levelinterests and budget.

  • Start from lower price options if you want to test a free watercolor lesson or easy watercolor project beforeinvesting in a full program.
  • Read more about each course, check out the description and watch preview video segments to see if the style andpace fit you.
  • Make sure the subjectmedium and level align with your goals, whether you focus on florals, landscapes, animals, still life or digital illustration.
  • Look at the list of topics the teacher coversincluding mixing colorswash control, textureproportions andcomposition.
  • Consider available access optionssuch as lifetime accessmembershipweekly updates or limited-time programs.

Each course page will look slightly differentbut all of them include clear information about content, duration, requiredmaterials and expected results, so you can choose with confidence.

Practical tips from the instructors

Many lessons include practical tips that help you avoid common mistakes while using watercolors and other media.

  • How to control flow of pigment on absorbent cold press watercolor paper and avoid blooms caused by too muchwater.
  • How to keep important areas lightbuild darker accents in the right places and maintain clear edges where needed.
  • How to blend colours without muddying them and how to use layer after layer to create depthtexture and vibranttones.
  • How to paint this or that subject step step, from loose underpainting to defined details, so the final image looks likecompletebalanced piece.
  • How to sign and date your artwork, photograph it for your portfolio and store it safely for exhibitions or future reference.

These details may seem smallbut they are essential for professional quality and for building a body of work that you arehappy to share.

Communitysupport and communication

Many programs encourage communication between studentteacher and community so that learning becomes a sharedexperience.

  • Comments sections under lessons where you can ask questions, share your results and receive support from instructors and other students.
  • Opportunities to join closed groups or community spaceswhere regular challenges, exercises and projects keepyou motivated.
  • Options to subscribe to a newsletter to receive information about new classesblog postsexhibitions and special programs.
  • Guidance on how to keep a journal or sketchbookwrite notes about what you learn and continue practicingbetween classes.
  • Encouragement to build your own creative pathcombining different courses, media and subjects over time.

If you prefer direct contact, course pages usually provide an email address or contact form so you can send questions about current classesaccessaccount details or technical issues.

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