Traveler's Urban Sketchbook 4: Adding Watercolors

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Headline:

**Embark on an Artistic Adventure in Santa Fe with Marilee Nielsenclear Create and paint a thematic series of sketches while traveling, featuring the rich culture and landscapes of Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Course Description:

Dive into the vibrant world of urban sketching and watercolor painting! In this comprehensive online course, renowned artist Marilee Nielsenc will guide you through the process of transforming simple sketches into a captivating narrative series that highlights the essence of a destination. With Santa Fe, New Mexico as our inspirational backdrop, you'll learn to capture the unique character and beauty of this iconic city through your artwork.

Course Highlights:

• Mastering Watercolors: Discover essential watercolor techniques like flat and graded washes, glazing, value charts, and study paintings.
• Thematic Storytelling: Learn to create a thematic series of sketches that tell the story of a place or its cultural significance.
• Innovative Borders: Add a creative twist with tips on designing thematic borders for your sketches, enhancing their visual appeal.
• Flexible Learning: Whether you're using previous sketches, photographs from past trips, or sketching live from your location, Marilee's methods are adaptable to all skill levels.
• Materials and Techniques: Gain insights into Marilee's preferred materials and the techniques that bring her sketches to life.

What You'll Learn:

1. Observation and Composition: Develop your observational skills to accurately capture the details of Santa Fe's architecture, street scenes, and unique elements.
2. Ink Techniques: Perfect your ink drawing skills for buildings, trees, sculptures, and other landscape features.
3. Watercolor Mastery: From basic to advanced, learn step-by-step watercolor techniques that will elevate your sketches into beautiful works of art.
4. Storytelling Through Art: Create a series of sketches that not only depict but also tell the story of a particular place or theme.
5. Bordering Brilliance: Enhance your sketches with thematic borders that add context and continuity to your urban sketching series.
6. Painting Techniques: Follow Marilee's step-by-step instructions to transform your sketches into finished, vibrant paintings.
7. Challenge Yourself: Push your limits by attempting to turn your sketches into finished paintings for a more challenging and rewarding experience.

Course Breakdown:

• First Half (4 weeks): An immersive exploration of ink drawing, focusing on capturing the essence of Santa Fe's architecture and landscapes with precision and artistry.
• Second Half (4 weeks): A deep dive into watercolor painting techniques, where Marilee will guide you through creating your own study paintings and finally, bringing your sketches to life with color and vibrancy.

Who This Course Is For:

This course is perfect for both budding artists and seasoned sketchers looking to expand their artistic horizons. Whether you're a beginner painter or an experienced illustrator eager to incorporate watercolors into your urban sketches, Marilee's expert guidance will help you capture the essence of a place with your art.

Join us on this creative journey and let Santa Fe inspire your next masterpiece! 🌵🎨

Enroll now and unlock your artistic potential with "Traveler's Urban Sketchbook 4: Adding Watercolors"! Let Marilee Nielsenc guide you through the streets of Santa Fe, where every corner holds a new story to be painted. ✨✒️🌄