In week two, you’ll deepen your understanding of watercolor techniques through exercises in paint-to-water ratios, brush control, and edge quality. You’ll create value swatches using the tea, coffee, milk, and butter analogies on dry and damp paper, observing differences in texture and movement. Catherine will guide you through creating a flat wash and smooth gradations before applying these techniques in watercolor value studies of a cube and a still-life cast, focusing on edge control and believable values.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.