Altenew Academy · Online Class
Crafting 101: Getting Started with Gouache
- Lessons
- 1 Pre-recorded Video
- Level
- Beginner
- Format
- Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
What's in the kit?
- Watercolor Paper Pad (9"x12") - Cold Pressed
- Artists' Gouache Set - Strolling Through New York
- Artists' Watercolor Brushes - Round
Description
Welcome to the newest segment of our Crafting 101 class series! Curated specifically for those who are starting brand-new with Gouache, this class series will provide all the basics any newbies should know when getting started.
In this particular class, we will learn essential things about gouache paints and how to use them, along with basic techniques. We will also make 2 fun projects using the products and techniques featured in the class. Come join us in this fun craft beginner class!
Instructors: Tania Ahmed
Related Class: Exploring Watercolor Mediums Online Cardmaking Class | Artists' Watercolor 101 for Paper Crafters Online Cardmaking Class | Stunningly Simple Watercolor Techniques Online Cardmaking Class
This is an independent class: sign up for the class and enjoy the lesson at your convenience!
- Students will enjoy lifetime access to all the class materials after signing up for the class.
- Enjoy exclusive class contents whenever, wherever, and how many times you'd like!
Class Features:
- One in-depth, step by step video tutorial with an exclusive project
- Take the class at your convenience, anytime, anywhere!
- Inspiration filled high-quality project photos
Lifetime access
Revisit every lesson, forever.
Downloadable resources
Printable instructions
Community
Share work in the student gallery.
About this class
Discover vibrant, velvety coverage with opaque watercolor painting
What you'll learn
- Understand the difference between transparent watercolor and opaque gouache
- Master water-to-paint ratios for smooth, streak-free matte coverage
- Mix custom color palettes and soft pastel tints with ease
- Layer light gouache colors over dark cardstock backgrounds successfully
- Paint opaque floral illustrations and botanical details step by step
- Rehydrate and care for gouache paints on your crafting palette
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.
Tania Ahmed
Educator - Altenew Academy
Known for her playful experimentation with inks and paints, Tania Ahmed shares dynamic mixed-media cards and art journal pages.
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Customer Reviews
Very informative about the product and ways to use it, but I'm not sure it's something (else) I will be getting into at this time
I appreciated a well described video of the gouache paint properties and uses compared to watercolor, etc. Can't wait to work with this paint!
Great introduction to using the gouache set and having an idea of where to begin creating.
I love how many free classes Altenew provides, and this one is a great introduction to gouache. I've been a bit intimidated to try using gouache, but it sounds like it is similar to watercolor, which I love working with! This is a quick class that provides some explanations and tips for the beginner.
Tania’s soothing voice had me dozing off during the vid so I replayed it twice before seeing the entire class. 😉 The inspiring paintings and swatching instructions were very helpful. It took me the third replayed time to realized that the items in ochre were links to view the products and paintings or cards created with them. But I was left wondering why the use of the round brush instead of the flats; is it due to the largely floral nature of your work/ subjects?!? Thank you so much for this motivating course to apply to my previously purchased, but unused gouache 12 tube set. Happy New Year to you all in 2024! Glad to hear about your collaboration with Lindsay; she rocks as a teacher! 🎆✨💜☯️💕
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