Expressive Landscapes
in Watercolor
Independent Study
Have you ever wanted to bring more freedom and expression to your landscape painting?
Explore a variety of techniques that will help you capture the true essence of the landscape in a more expressive way. Discover how simple it is to create stunning mountains, waterfalls, wetlands, and seascapes. The best part? These techniques are quick, so even when you're short on time, you'll still be pleased with the outcome.
Immediate Access
Includes 20 unique lessons.
Unleash Your Creativity
Elevate your artistic abilities and truly capture the heart of the landscape.
If you're feeling stuck or pressed for time, discover how to express yourself more freely and let the colors flow.
These techniques are perfect for enhancing your studio skills or preparing for plein-air painting.
Ideal for artists of all levels.
Take a peek inside
Learning how to paint loosely in watercolor is exciting because it allows for more freedom, creativity, and spontaneity. The fluid nature of watercolor encourages experimentation, where the paint can blend and flow in unexpected ways, creating unique and vibrant effects. When you paint loosely, you let go of strict control, allowing the brushstrokes and colors to take on a life of their own. This approach leads to more dynamic, expressive work that feels fresh and alive. It’s a great way to capture the essence of a scene quickly, with an emphasis on mood and energy, rather than focusing on every tiny detail. Plus, it makes the process more enjoyable and less stressful, since the outcome can be a beautiful, free-spirited work of art.
Expressive Compositions
With a tilt of the paper and a stroke of your brush, or a gentle spray of water use the paper surface effectively.
Vibrant Color
Explore different brands of paper and paint, and with a twist of your wrist, see what happens.
Lost Edges
Learn to let go of the need to control and allow the composition to create it'self.
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Student paintings
Take a look at what some of the students have done. This is an excellent way to loosen up and become more expressive as an artist.
What students say
"These are incredible online workshops...they are magical! :)" Debra Laurie
"The lessons in the studio take you down the path, teaching you that anyone can be successful. You put everything on the table to teach how to work your magic." Trish Kuncewicz
"You're an excellent teacher! The best I've ever studied with. Sincerely." Emma Muzzy
"Thank you!!! I would never have thought I could paint like this. Amazing instruction and so easy to follow. You are an excellent teacher!! Kathleen Parker
About Birgit O'Connor
Status of the (NWWS) NorthWest Watercolor Society, (LWS) Lousiana Watercolor Society, (CWA) California Watercolor Society.
Top-selling books include “Watercolor in Motion,” “Paint Watercolor Flowers,” and “Watercolor Essentials.” she has also been published in over 60 other national and international publications, such as Splash, Watercolor Magazine, American Watercolor Magazine, International Artist Magazine, Australian Artist Magazine, the New York Times, SF Gate, Watercolor Magazine, Dobry Zank (Poland), and L’Art de aquarelle (France).
A featured instructor with many Art Centers and Watercolor Societies throughout the United States and Canada, and faculty member of Watercolor Live 2020, 2021, 2023. Additionally, her work has been juried into several national and international exhibitions. She has also served as a judge and juror for numerous shows, including the Transparent Watercolor Society of America. Her memberships include Cambridge Who’s Who, Who's Who in America, and Who’s Who in American Women.