https://www.skillshare.com/classes/Learn-to-Paint-Realistic-Butterflies-and-Beetles-in-Watercolor/1353548989

This class will show you how to paint realistic insects using watercolor. In this beginner-friendly class, you will learn techniques and gain tools to turn butterflies, beetles..any insect that you like into realistic watercolor paintings!

With nearly 1.3 million species described and existing today, insects constitute the largest part of animal biodiversity, and therefore an unlimited source of inspiration!

Because of my fascination for little things and details, I quickly dived into painting butterflies and beetles when I started watercolor.

In this class, you will learn all the techniques you need to paint realistic insects in watercolour:

Choose the right materials for our purpose,

Train your eyes,

Mix colors and create a color swatch ​​palette, 

Use the watercolour layering technique,

Work with wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet techniques,

Add texture to your subject,

And capture the details to give a 3D and realistic aspect to your insect !

We will be using butterfly, a moth and a beetle as examples, but all the tips and techniques shown can be used on various topics such as plants, flowers, fruits, vegetables, animals… or even portraits.

For who?

All levels are welcome, this class is beginner-friendly. 

It is especially designed for anyone who likes details and who wants to learn the techniques used in botanical and scientific illustration using watercolor.

What else?

So make yourself comfortable and get ready to learn new watercolor skills in a fun and relaxing environment! 

I’m looking forward to seeing your final creations!