About this course
Continue your creative journey with watercolour in this relaxed and inspiring Friday morning studio course. It explores atmospheric landscapes, seasonal colour and expressive mixed-media techniques – you’ll discover how watercolour can be combined with ink, gouache, pastel, collage and creative mark-making to produce richly layered artwork.
Across the course you’ll explore changing skies, natural textures, trees, woodland, architectural details and personal places, building depth, atmosphere and visual interest while developing a more confident and individual way of working.
No previous experience is needed. Beginners get clear, step-by-step guidance, while returning students can build on the techniques from Watercolour & Ink Studio. Each week includes tutor demonstrations, practical guidance and supported studio time.
Week by week
- Week 1
Atmospheric Skies & Loose Landscapes
Explore wet-on-wet watercolour, expressive skies, changing light and simple landscape compositions, creating depth and atmosphere with loose washes and soft colour.
- Week 2
Trees, Woodlands & Natural Texture
Studies inspired by trees, branches, leaves and woodland, combining watercolour, ink, dry brush and expressive marks.
- Week 3
Chester in Autumn and Winter
Take inspiration from Chester’s rooftops, streets, landmarks and architectural details, exploring seasonal colour, light and atmosphere through watercolour and line.
- Week 4
Adding Gouache, Pastel & Collage
Discover how opaque gouache, soft pastel and carefully chosen collage papers can add highlights, texture and contrast to watercolour paintings.
- Week 5
Personal Places & Illustrated Memories
Create an artwork inspired by a meaningful place, journey, photograph or memory – selecting, simplifying and combining elements into a personal composition.
- Week 6
Final Layered Artwork
Bring your favourite techniques together in a finished watercolour and mixed-media artwork: landscape, nature, architecture or a place that matters to you.
What’s included
- Tutor demonstrations and practical guidance every week
- Materials included, unless stated otherwise
- A collection of watercolour and mixed-media studies
- A finished watercolour and mixed-media piece
You’ll come away with confidence creating atmospheric skies and landscapes, experience of ink, gouache, pastel and collage with watercolour, and a relaxing creative practice you can continue at home.
FAQs
Do I need to have done Watercolour & Ink Studio?
No. New students are guided through each technique, while returning students can develop their skills and ideas further.
Do I need to bring anything?
No – materials are included, unless stated otherwise.
What if I need to cancel?
Your deposit is non-refundable if you cancel. We're not able to offer free transfers to a different date or course.
