Class Timings:

• Tues 17th November 2pm - 4pm UK Time

Tutor: Jan Mehigan

Bookings Close: 3 November

Class Details

This ONLINE class is suitable for beginners and those with some experience

In this autumnal class, Jan will demonstrate how to paint medlars in watercolour. We will learn how to observe your subject, then draw and paint confidently, using fresh clean watercolour.

We will consider the technique of wet-into-wet, wet-into-dry, and learn how to build colour to give rich details. We will also create soft shadows to give light and clarity to your work.

Jan will cover using masking fluid in appropriate areas and how to lift out colour. We'll investigate ways of blending good browns and greens, which are often difficult, to enhance the tone and feel.

Jan will also offer insight on how to create an interesting composition in this informative, rewarding, and enjoyable class.

Skills Covered

• Quick observational drawing

• Applying first paint washes

• Mixing colour

• Lifting and masking techniques.

• Adding finer detail

Materials Required

Materials are not included in the cost of this class.

Click here to download the required materials list

We suggest that you do not buy any specialist materials more than one week in advance as, occasionally, a class may be cancelled due to low enrolment.​​ For full terms and conditions, see our ONLINE terms of service.

Useful Information

• Personal feedback from your tutor until 17 December 2026

• Unlimited access to watch again until 16 January 2027  

• This class is designed to be enjoyed LIVE on Zoom, but you may join by 'recording only' if that is not possible

• This is a work-along class

• You’ll need a printer for this class if you wish to print the reference photo

  
  

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