Negative Shapes in Watercolor

Online Art Instruction with Andrea Merican

In this workshop, we will be exploring painting negative shapes with watercolor.

You will learn how to paint the space around objects rather than the objects themselves.

The concept of negative shapes can be difficult to grasp at first, but you will see as your painting progresses, the simplicity and beauty of this painting skill.

We will work on 2 or 3 small paintings since each one requires drying time in between layers. Or, since you have the advantage to stop and start your class any time you wish, you can simply hit pause while your painting dries.

We will be using wet into wet painting techniques with a little table salt for added texture.

You can draw an image similar to mine, or come up with something entirely on your own. Choosing a simple shape will produce the best results.

All skill levels welcome!

SUPPLY LIST:
Watercolor Paper- have 2 or 3 small sheets (5” x 7” works well)
Watercolor Paints
Watercolor Brushes
Container of Water
Small spray bottle (optional)
Pencil
Rag or Towel
Masking Tape
Table Salt

Whether you are an experienced painter or just beginning to explore your creativity, this class will inspire you and encourage you to try something new.

This class is hosted on Vimeo and once you have purchased it, you can stream this class as many times as you like.

Sign up today by clicking the upper right-hand corner of the Trailer Video.

Check out all of my other online art classes at andreamericanart.com. I’d love to see what you create, so feel free to connect on Instagram or Facebook.