FREE ONLINE 2-DAY WORKSHOP
AUGUST 20 and 22 at 4pm CEST or 7pm NY time
BY ARTEFACTO SCHOOL
AUGUST 20 and 22 at 4pm CEST or 7pm NY time
BY ARTEFACTO SCHOOL
Discover how to use color and water to bring your paintings to life and complete an expressive artwork under the guidance of Nicholas Tobias
Mastering Watercolor: Exploring Pigment, Water, and Energetic Techniques
This 2-day event is for you if:
- Master basic and advanced watercolor techniques, gaining the confidence to apply wet-into-wet, wet-on-dry, and dry brush methods
- Learn to balance pigment and water to create the desired effects
- Get useful tools to create expressive, energetic paintings with vibrant colors and dynamic contrasts
- Revitalize your creativity and push your watercolor painting skills to the next level
“Let the brush flow freely, and your fears will wash away with each stroke of color. Watercolor is not just a medium; it's your tranquil escape from the noise of life.”
Artefacto students
Event dates of our free 2-Day Workshop:
Registration
Practical lessons for “Premium Plan” participants!
In this lesson, you'll learn to:
1. Understand the crucial balance of water in painting for cohesive results.
2. Master the right water-paint harmony.
3. Recognize the critical role of materials and environmental conditions in achieving desired watercolor effects.
1. Understand the crucial balance of water in painting for cohesive results.
2. Master the right water-paint harmony.
3. Recognize the critical role of materials and environmental conditions in achieving desired watercolor effects.
20 August
20 August
Introduction to Dynamic Watercolor: Pigment and Water Techniques
- Learn the basics of mixing and applying pigment and water, exploring various techniques like wet-into-wet, wet-on-dry, and dry brush.
- Engage in hands-on exercises to understand the effects of using varying amounts of pigment and water, creating contrasts and dynamic effects.
- Explore how different techniques can create texture and depth in your paintings, with guided practice on blending and layering.
22 August
22 August
From Practice to Painting: Developing a Dynamic Watercolor Landscape
- Put into practice the techniques learned on Day 1 by starting a loose, energetic painting.
- Learn how to balance technical skills with creative freedom, allowing your painting to flow naturally while maintaining control over the composition.
- Explore how to structure your painting to create a compelling composition and evoke the desired mood, using the effects of contrast, light, and color.
Here is a references photo for Day 1
Here is a reference photo for Day 2
Meet your instructor
Nicholas Tobias
- Nick is an urban designer by trade, and over the years watercolour has developed from his hobby to passion and lifestyle.
- He's main goal is conveying light in watercolor, as this is what helps him transmit emotions and atmosphere in every painting.
- Nick has taken part in various prestigious events in the UK, including the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours Exhibition at the Mall Galleries in Central London.
- Recently Nick got the top 200 Merit award in the 2021 International Watercolours Masters competition.
This workshop welcomes artists of all levels:
Aspiring Beginners: Students who want to master the art of realistic painting, especially those interested in capturing the nuances of light, depth, and texture in underwater scenes.
Watercolor Enthusiasts: Artists who primarily work with watercolor and are looking to expand their skills in creating vibrant, dynamic water-based scenes, such as underwater reflections and light effects.
Intermediate Artists: Those who have basic painting skills but are looking to refine their techniques and learn advanced methods for adding depth, contrast, and detail to their work.
Creative Explorers: Artists who enjoy experimenting with new subjects and styles, and are eager to explore the unique challenges and rewards of painting underwater scenes.
Our Plans
Standard
Free
Premium
$10 $29,90
Bonus!
Join the “Premium plan" now and get a video lesson: “Techniques and Mistakes.”
In this lesson, you'll learn to:
1. Understand the crucial balance of water in painting for cohesive results.
2. Master the right water-paint harmony.
3. Recognize the critical role of materials and environmental conditions in achieving desired watercolor effects.
In this lesson, you'll learn to:
1. Understand the crucial balance of water in painting for cohesive results.
2. Master the right water-paint harmony.
3. Recognize the critical role of materials and environmental conditions in achieving desired watercolor effects.
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How does it work?
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Register
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Get access link
Receive an email (please check spam folders) with details on how to access the lessons. If you have any questions, contact us at info@artefactoschool.online
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Participate in the online sessions
In accordance with the program above, you will receive a series of emails with links to take part in online lessons
Artworks of Nicholas Tobias
“Embrace the fluidity of watercolors - let them teach you the art of letting go. With every blend, discover ease, pleasure, and the reawakening of your deepest inspirations.”
Artefacto students
These are 2 online live lessons with a world-renowned master. The recordings of the lessons will not be provided.
The workshops will be held as scheduled on August 20 and 22 on our platform.
After registration, you will receive an email with a link to access the upcoming workshops where you will find all the necessary materials and information.
You will get the recordings sent by email after the workshops. Be sure to check the spam folders if you don't find the emails in your mailbox.
After registration, you will receive an email with a link to access the upcoming workshops where you will find all the necessary materials and information.
You will get the recordings sent by email after the workshops. Be sure to check the spam folders if you don't find the emails in your mailbox.
Yes, absolutely. You need to register, only after the registration you will be able to access the online workshops with the world renowned artist. Otherwise, the system will not recognize you.
Please check the spam or junk folders in your mailbox. If you can't find it there, contact us at info@artefactoschool.online
