Watercolor Poppy Field Landscape
Whether you're just getting started with watercolor landscapes or want to strengthen your skills for better results, this course is for you!
✱ What you'll learn:
- How I create landscape compositions from imagination and how I prepare before starting the painting process
- How to effectively pre-wet large areas for softer effects and slower drying times
- How to combine warm and cool colors in skies without creating muddy results
- Tips for creating believable depth and perspective in landscapes
- How to mix different green values for grass areas and trees
- Tips for adding detail and contrast without overworking your painting
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Much more!
✱ Supplies you'll need:
- Drawing pencils *Suggested grade: HB
- Soft graphite eraser
- Kneaded eraser
- Watercolor paper *Suggested type/weight: Cold Press, 140 lbs.
- Watercolor paint set
- Brushes *These are suggested sizes (anything close will do): 1" Flat Brush, Mop (6) or Large Round (18-24), Rounds (0, 3, 14), 1 Stiff-bristled brush for splattering (I use a size 8 Round)
- 1-2 Containers with clean water
- Mixing palette
- Absorbent towel or kitchen paper towels
- Masking tape or artist's tape *Suggested size: 3/4" or 1"
- Backing board (to tape watercolor sheet onto for support)
- Scrap pieces of watercolor paper
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Optional: Lemon Yellow colored pencil or pastel pencil
By the end of this course, you'll have painted a vibrant poppy field watercolor landscape.
✱ Extra Recommended Resources (YouTube videos):
Watercolor Brush Strokes and Washes for Beginners
Wet on Wet vs Wet on Dry Watercolor Techniques
How to Mix Realistic Colors Watercolor Tips
This course includes a set of downloadables:
- Your supply list
- My outline sketch in 7x10" format
- My outline sketch in Letter-size format
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A photo of my finished piece which you may use as a reference as you're working
You can also find Erika here:
When you purchase this course, you’ll get lifetime access to my Watercolor Poppy Field Landscape class series. The course includes 6 in-depth, step-by-step lessons where I walk you through my full process for painting a vibrant poppy field. I share my overall strategy along with the specific techniques I use to build depth, color, and expressive effects. You’ll also receive downloadable resources, including my outline sketch and reference images, so you can follow along with confidence. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at hello@erikalancaster.com and I’ll be happy to help.