Rivers

Next Online Watercolour Workshop from Tim - Winter reflections on the River Dart! August 20th, 8pm UK time

Aug 2025 public workshop

Improve your watercolor, have a couple of hours fun painting along with Tim Wilmot, and...get a critique!
 
Join me for a fun watercolour workshop where we’ll paint this beautiful riverside scene (River Dart at Dittisham, Devon). I’ll show you how to capture soft skies, reflections on water, and the character of the boats. We’ll also talk about saving your whites and keeping washes fresh. Perfect for all levels—just bring your enthusiasm!
 
  • Live & Online watercolour demo from Tim Wilmot
  • Step by step demo of the complete painting process with commentary (English)
  • Suitable for painters of ALL levels
  • Ask me questions (during the live event)
  • Paint along with me or paint later
  • Watch the recording as many times as you want!
  • Can't attend live? No Problem! Register anyway, watch the recording, and send me a photo of your painting for a video critique!
  • 50% discount for Tim's Patreon Members (See Tim's post on his Patreon site or App for Promo Code)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER


Canal, Scali delle Pietre, Livorno, Italy

Canal  Scali delle Pietre  Livorno  Italy

Canal, Scali delle Pietre, Livorno, Italy. watercolour 15" x 11"

This watercolor painting captures a picturesque scene of the Canal at Scali delle Pietre in Livorno, Italy. The composition is dynamic, with a strong diagonal perspective leading the viewer's eye from the foreground to the distant bridge. The artist uses vibrant and warm tones, particularly earthy oranges and yellows, to depict the sunlit buildings and canal walls, contrasted with cool blues and greens in the water and shadows.

In the foreground, two silhouetted figures stand near the canal's edge, adding a sense of life and scale to the scene. A "no entry" road sign on the left provides a modern touch amidst the timeless architecture. The canal is lined with small boats, their forms loosely sketched but recognizable, with reflections shimmering in the water below. The bridge in the background arches gracefully over the canal, framed by soft greenery and distant structures.

The painting's loose brushwork and use of light create an impressionistic feel, emphasizing atmosphere over detail. The interplay of warm sunlight and cool shadows evokes a tranquil yet lively ambiance typical of Livorno's historic canals.


Sparkling reflections and exposed puddles, Looe, Cornwall

Sparkling reflections and exposed puddles  Looe  Cornwall

Sparkling reflections and exposed puddles, Looe, Cornwall, watercolour 15" x 11"

 

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