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Class Description

Some trees tell stories just by their presence—and this moss-covered, hollow-trunk tree is no exception. In this atmospheric watercolor class, you'll learn how to paint rich textures, glowing greens, and weathered bark, while keeping your background soft and supportive. This is the perfect project for anyone who loves trees, forest scenes, and natural textures.

Your Learning Journey Includes:

🌿 Indicating Moss: Learn how to suggest lush, velvety moss using a mix of color and texture techniques unique to watercolor.
🌲 Simplifying the Background: Discover how to keep your focus on the main subject by muting and softening the background trees.
🪵 Texturing the Tree Trunk: Master the art of creating realistic bark with layering, dry brushing, and subtle color shifts.
🕳️ Painting the Hollow: Explore how to paint depth and shadow within the tree’s hollow, giving the illusion of space and darkness.

Tools for Success:

🎥 Step-by-Step Video Instruction: Follow each technique with easy-to-understand demonstrations and expert guidance.
📄 On-Demand Access: Pause, rewind, and revisit any section of the class at your own pace.
📥 Downloadable Reference Materials: Includes high-quality reference photos and helpful guides to support your painting process.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists, this class will help you improve your texture work while creating a visually rich and naturally beautiful forest scene.

Join now and bring this mossy, hollow tree to life in vibrant watercolor!

You Will Need

  • Watercolor Paper
  • Set of pan or tube paints
  • Set of watercolor brushes
  • Rigger brush
  • HB Pencil & soft eraser
  • Masking fluid
  • Soft lint free cloth
  • Paper towel