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Online Watercolor Workshop - May 21st - The cheese seller

May 01, 2025

May 2025 public workshop

Join Me for My Next Online Watercolour Workshop – Painting an Italian Cheese Seller!

I am delighted to invite you to my next online watercolour workshop, taking place on Wednesday, 21st May at 8pm UK time. For this special session, I’ll be painting a vibrant and atmospheric scene of a cheese seller in an Italian market – a subject full of character, bustling energy, and wonderful textures that are just perfect for watercolour.

Over the course of two hours, I’ll guide you step-by-step through my process, from the initial drawing right through to the finishing touches. You’ll see how I capture the lively market atmosphere, the subtle play of light on the cheeses, and the unique charm of the setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in painting figures, interiors, and still life – all in one scene!

You are warmly encouraged to paint along with me, and you’ll be able to ask questions at any stage. Whether you’re a beginner or have been painting for years, you’ll find plenty of tips and techniques to help you loosen up and bring your own personality to the painting.

After the workshop, you can send me a photo of your finished painting to be included in my popular group video critique. This is a great way to get constructive feedback and see how others have interpreted the scene.

If you love painting people, markets, or just want to try something different, I hope you’ll join me for this fun and interactive session. All you need are your usual watercolour materials and a willingness to have a go!

To find out more and to book your place, please visit my website: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/workshopmay2025

I look forward to painting with you on 21st May!

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Carrer Major March 2025 Workshop, Tarragona, Spain

Mar 21, 2025

Carrer Major March 2025 Workshop Tarragona Spain

Carrer Major March 2025 Workshop, Tarragona, Spain, watercolour 15" x 11"

This is one of my recent watercolour paintings, capturing the charm of figures in a sunny street scene. The setting is vibrant and warm, with the golden hues of the building bathed in sunlight, creating a striking contrast against the cooler shadows. I wanted to convey the play of light and shadow as it dances across the street and buildings, bringing life to the scene.

The figures are central to the composition, walking casually and interacting with their surroundings. Their silhouettes are loosely defined, allowing the viewer to focus on their movement and energy rather than intricate details. I used quick brushstrokes and a limited palette to suggest their forms, keeping the mood relaxed and spontaneous.

The architecture in the background is rendered with soft washes and minimal detail, emphasising texture and atmosphere rather than precision. The balconies and windows are hinted at with bold lines, adding structure without overpowering the scene. On the right-hand side, I included a doorway and signage to anchor the composition, balancing the open space of the street.

I aimed to capture the essence of a sunny day—bright light spilling onto the pavement, shadows stretching long across the ground, and people going about their day in a timeless urban setting. The painting reflects my love for simplicity and storytelling in watercolour.

If you’d like to see more of my work or learn about my techniques, please visit my website at www.timwilmotartist.com.

 

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Online Workshop February 18th - Let's paint a simple rural scene!

Jan 30, 2025

Feb 2025 public workshop

Announcing my next watercolor live event on February 18th at 8pm GMT.

From a watercolorist's perspective, this English countryside scene presents several interesting challenges and opportunities:

Key Compositional Elements: The scene has a lovely natural diagonal composition created by the hillside, with the stone cottages nestled into the middle ground. The electricity lines create leading lines that draw the eye across the composition. The framing trees on either side create a natural vignette effect.

Technical Challenges:

  • Capturing the subtle gradation of the harvested field's golden-brown tones would require careful wet-in-wet technique
  • The varied greens of the trees and foliage would need layering to create depth and texture
  • The stone cottages require precise control to maintain their light values while suggesting their texture
  • The moody, overcast sky needs delicate handling to maintain its luminosity

MORE INFO & REGISTER HERE

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