Gouache: Paint Natural Worlds from Imagination
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Capture the magic of nature with gouache to paint whimsical worlds filled with adorable animal characters
The chirping of birds, trees swaying in the breeze, critters scampering through the underbrush—every moment in nature is an opportunity for inspiration. Cécile Berrubé is a self-taught painter and illustrator who loves to reimagine the natural world with a tender touch using expressive layers of gouache. She shares her artwork with more than 104K followers on Instagram and curates her own online shop.
In this online course, discover how to paint nature scenes filled with adorable animal characters using gouache. Learn to use layering techniques to build up a rich composition and bring it to life with vibrant colors. Explore your imagination and create whimsical worlds with the tip of your brush.
Start by getting to know your teacher, Cécile Berrubé, and her creative journey to becoming an artist. Discover her fascination with all things nature and how it influences her work.
Continue with an overview of the course materials and get acquainted with your toolkit. Learn about the different types of gouache, how to create layers and textures, and experiment with color. Once you feel comfortable with the techniques, craft a moodboard to inspire your final project.
Next, get to work on your illustration. Do a character study to define your animal’s appearance and draw up the background. Digitize your sketch to play with the composition before developing your dream color palette.
Now it’s time to paint! Begin by tracing your nature scene on watercolor paper, then develop the background and characters using layering techniques. Cécile shows you how to add expressive details and put the finishing touches on your piece.
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