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Class Description

In this unique and atmospheric painting class, we’ll explore how to capture the beauty of a rainy day as seen from indoors. With a focus on creating a realistic wet window effect, you’ll learn how to make your viewer feel like they’re standing behind the glass watching the rain fall.

This is a stunning project that blends realism with softness and mood—perfect for intermediate painters wanting to experiment with atmosphere and texture.

During the Class You Will Learn:

🪟 How to make it look like you’re viewing the scene through a window
🌫️ How to create a soft-focus background for depth and realism
💧 How to paint realistic raindrops on glass
🌧️ How to paint running streaks of rain for that authentic wet effect
😶‍🌫️ How to create the look of mist and condensation on the window
🎨 and so much more...

Explore New Artistic Effects:

This class is perfect if you're looking to push your painting techniques further, experiment with optical illusions, and elevate your realism skills. The result is a compelling artwork that tells a quiet story—simple, moody, and beautiful.

Get cozy, grab your brushes, and let’s paint the magic of rain together.

You Will Need

  • 16"x20" (500mm x400mm) Canvas or similar
  • These paints: Titanium White, Crimson, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Yellow, Yellow Ochre, Viridian Green, Sap Green, Burnt Sienna, Raw Umber, Lamp Black
  • Set of bristle brushes
  • 2" (5cm) Pastry / Hardware brush
  • 1/4" (1cm) Soft filbert brush
  • Painting medium
  • Rigger brush
  • Fine liners