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Class Description

Celebrate the strength and beauty of one of Africa’s most iconic creatures in this meaningful watercolor class. "Painting a White Rhino in Watercolor" invites you to portray the majestic Longhorn—an actual rhino under 24-hour protection—while learning how to create a rich, layered natural setting that brings your subject to life.

During the Class You Will Learn:

🌳 Colorful Background Trees: How to use a range of colors to add depth, variation, and vibrancy to your tree line.
🌾 Distant Grass Techniques: Learn to paint believable grass receding into the background using loose, light strokes.
📸 Photo Reference Merging: How to creatively combine multiple photographs to build a compelling, cohesive composition.
🌿 Twigs & Shrubs: Techniques to suggest intricate undergrowth with minimal fuss and maximum realism.
🦏 Painting the Rhino: Step-by-step guidance on rendering the rhino with impact, presence, and character.

This class is ideal for beginner to intermediate watercolor artists who love wildlife art and want to develop both technical skills and storytelling through painting.

Join now and help capture the spirit of Longhorn, the white rhino, with brush and color—before it’s too late.

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