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Watercolor Fundamentals: Light and Color

A course by Gonzalo Ibáñez , Watercolorist and Architect

Watercolorist and Architect. Tulsa, Chile.
Joined October 2014

Discover how to observe light and color in the world around you and learn techniques to convey them through your brushstrokes

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99% positive reviews (175)
5,710 students
Audio: Spanish, English
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Discover how to observe light and color in the world around you and learn techniques to convey them through your brushstrokes

Ever wanted to master light, color, and atmosphere in your watercolor creations? Discover how to do just that with Gonzalo Ibáñez, expert watercolorist specializing in urban spaces.

In this online course, learn to observe light and color all around you and capture them on your canvas using watercolor. If you'd like to begin with the basics of this artistic technique, check out Gonzalo's first course, Architectural Illustration with Watercolor, where he teaches you how to get most out of your brushes while painting an architectural design from an image.

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What will you learn in this online course?

14 lessons & 21 downloads

Color Harmonies
17 minutes, 52 seconds
Color Noise
9 minutes, 31 seconds
Pencil Sketch
8 minutes, 36 seconds
Light and Color Plan 1
11 minutes, 12 seconds
Light Construction
11 minutes, 27 seconds
Shadow Construction
19 minutes, 13 seconds
  • 99% positive reviews (175)
  • 5,710 students
  • 14 lessons (2h 42m)
  • 21 additional resources (9 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish, English
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Paint a landscape in watercolor, placing special emphasis on observing and capturing the light and color in the scene.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Painters of any style and watercolor enthusiasts interested in the observation of color and light in painting.

Requirements and materials

Previous experience with watercolor is recommended to take this course.
As for materials, you need brushes, pigments, and watercolor paper.


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5,710 Students
175 Reviews
99% Positive ratings

Gonzalo Ibáñez

A course by Gonzalo Ibáñez

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Watercolorist and Architect

Gonzalo Ibáñez is an artist who specializes in watercolor landscapes. The difficulty and spontaneity of this technique captivated him in such a way that it became his main form of expression.

He studied architecture at the University of Chile (2017) and holds a diploma in aesthetics and philosophy from PUC (2018). He has participated in festivals and group exhibitions internationally, such as the Kosovo Biennial and the Fabriano Acquarello festival in Italy. He has also won several awards at festivals such as the Mini Castra 2020 in Slovenia and the IWS Chile Viña del Mar 2020.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Influences
  • U2

    Principles of Light and Color in Space

    • The Color of Light
    • Study of Color References
    • Color Harmonies
    • Color Noise
    • Contrast and focal interest
  • U3

    Observation of the Reference

    • How to Choose the Reference?
    • Pencil Sketch
    • Light and Color Plan 1
    • Light and Color Plan 2
  • U4

    Construction of the Image

    • Light Construction
    • Shadow Construction
    • Construction of Details and General Adjustments
  • FP

    Final project

    • Watercolor Fundamentals: Light and Color

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    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

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    Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.

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    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

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    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

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Watercolor Fundamentals: Light and Color. Illustration course by Gonzalo Ibáñez Best seller

Watercolor Fundamentals: Light and Color

A course by Gonzalo Ibáñez
Watercolorist and Architect. Tulsa, Chile.
Joined October 2014
  • 99% positive reviews (175)
  • 5,710 students