Altenew Academy · Online Class
The Artist in You: Painting 101 With Watercolor Tubes
- Lessons
- 1 lesson
- Level
- Beginner
- Format
- Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
Description
Welcome to the newest segment of our Artist in You: Painting 101 With Watercolor Tubes class series! Curated specifically for those starting brand-new working with the Watercolor Tubes, this class series will provide all the basics any newbies should know when getting started.
This class will teach us all essential things about the Watercolor Tubes, how to use it, and basic techniques, with tips and tricks. We will also do 3 fun projects and create a color wheel using products and techniques featured in the class. Join us in this fun craft beginner class!
Instructors: Edward Pilares
Class Level: Beginner
This is an independent class: sign up and enjoy the lesson at your convenience!
- Students will enjoy lifetime access to all the class materials after signing up
- Enjoy exclusive class content whenever, wherever, and how many times you'd like!
Class Features:
- One in-depth, step-by-step video tutorial with exclusive projects
- Take the class at your convenience, anytime, anywhere!
- Inspiration-filled, high-quality project photos
Class Supplies:
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - Yellow Lemon
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - French Ultramarine
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - Olive Green
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - Payne's Grey
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - Primary Yellow
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - Gold Ochre
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - Sv Orange
- Artists' Watercolor Tube - Ivory Black
- Watercolor Paper Set (Hot Pressed, 5” x 7” Loose Sheets
- Fine Watercolor Brushes 2 and 4
- Satin Masking Tape
- Mixing plate
- Container with water
- Tissue paper or cloth
Lifetime access
Revisit every lesson, forever.
Downloadable resources
Printable instructions
Community
Share work in the student gallery.
About this class
Paint 101 with Watercolor Tubes for Beginners
What you'll learn
- Control water-to-paint ratios easily using artists' quality watercolor tubes.
- Mix rich, clean color palettes without creating muddy or dull washes.
- Paint smooth background gradients and soft color blends with confidence.
- Control paint flow to prevent unwanted bleeding and paper warping.
- Layer transparent watercolor washes to build natural depth and shading.
- Transform plain stamped floral outlines into vibrant, hand-painted artwork.
How it works
Your creative journey at Altenew Academy
A simple, supportive path from first lesson to finished masterpiece.
Enroll instantly
Pick your class, check out in seconds, and get lifetime virtual access.
Watch & learn
Stream crisp HD video lessons taught by top papercraft artists. Pause, rewind, go at your pace.
Create with confidence
Follow printable guides, color maps, and cut files as you craft alongside each lesson.
Share your work
Post your finished projects in the student gallery and celebrate with fellow makers.
Your instructor
Learn from the best
Discover the mentor behind your learning journey — sharing knowledge, guiding your growth, and helping you succeed every step of the way.
Edward Pilares
Artist
Edward is your go-to instructor for all things coloring mediums like acrylic markers, watercolor tubes, and more!
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