Tutorial: Watercolor Farm Landscape

Follow along with me as we paint a little farm in monochrome. This is a great project for beginner and intermediate watercolor artists who want to sharpen your sense of value and contrast.

https://youtu.be/WMmYUtRb8to?si=7FiRVin4YhbQh29B

Materials

van Dyke Brown watercolor paint

round watercolor brush size 6

white paper towel

5x7in watercolor paper 140lb cold press with inkjet printed sketch

This sketch prints as a double - two on one page - so you can practice extra or try something new with the other sketch. You can download and print the sketch directly onto watercolor paper using an inkjet printer. Let the ink fully dry before you begin painting.

Painting in monochrome is one of the best ways to build confidence with watercolor. By removing the challenge of mixing colors, you can focus on creating strong values, soft washes, and crisp details. This will make all your watercolor paintings stronger.

If you'd like to continue learning beyond this tutorial, I offer beginner-friendly watercolor classes and private watercolor lessons throughout Maryland and the Washington, DC area. Private lessons can be held in your home, at a local coffee shop, or in a nearby park. I also teach watercolor in the community, find those opportunities here, and private group painting events are available for birthdays, team-building events, libraries, community groups, and other special occasions. Watercolor lessons also make a thoughtful gift for the creative person in your life.

Download your sketch, gather your supplies, and paint along with me. I hope this little farm helps you grow your confidence and enjoy the process of learning watercolor.

Happy painting! - Em