REALISTIC WATERCOLOR BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATIONS

Summer is here and it's time to learn how to create amazing watercolor illustrations!

Ever dreamt of painting breathtaking flowers, but felt a bit overwhelmed by the process?

What if I shared that you can master realistic watercolor illustrations with just a few practice sessions?

Your Journey Starts Here

Transform Intimidation into Inspiration with a Step-by-Step Guidance and Tools at Your Fingertips!

I understand that you might feel intimidated by realistic painting, thinking it requires innate talent and years of practice.

But I want you to know that with my step-by-step course, you'll have the right tools and guidance at your fingertips.

I understand that you might feel intimidated by realistic painting, thinking it requires innate talent and years of practice.

But I want you to know that with my step-by-step course, you'll have the right tools and guidance at your fingertips.

You'll be amazed at how easily you can learn to paint realistic subjects in just a few practice sessions.

Let's break down that barrier of intimidation together, and I invite you to start your artistic journey today.

You'll be amazed at how easily you can learn to paint realistic subjects in just a few practice sessions.

Let's break down that barrier of intimidation together, and I invite you to start your artistic journey today.

Meet Your Mentor

Hi! I am Vaibhav Tyagi, also known as Villustrate, a watercolor artist and commercial illustrator known for my realistic watercolor floral/botanical illustrations.

I graduated in fine arts, and after working with a few creative agencies as a visualizer and graphic designer for several years, I found my calling to pursue traditional painting and illustration a few years ago. I knew there was no turning back.

Fascinated with floral and botanical painting for as long as I can remember. I was fortunate enough to turn my fascination into my passion and profession, and now I will teach you all my techniques and secrets!

METHOD OF THE COURSE

COURSE MODULES

Explore the 8 modules of your course

Module 1: Meet your mentor Vaibhav Tyagi

Artistic Journey: Learn about Vaibhav’s journey from an aspiring artist to a celebrated watercolor illustrator.
Inspiration: Discover Vaibhav’s approach to botanical art and what inspires his lifelike watercolor creations.
Vision for the Course: Explore the goals and learning outcomes that Vaibhav has set for the course.
Exclusive Insights: Gain valuable tips and insights from Vaibhav’s personal experiences and artistic practices

Module 2: Art Supplies

Essential Tools and Materials: Learn about the must-have supplies for creating stunning botanical watercolor illustrations.
Selecting Quality Watercolor Paper: Understand the importance of paper type and texture, and how to choose the right paper for your projects.
Choosing the Best Watercolor Paints: Explore how to select the best ones for vibrant and lifelike paintings.
Brushes for Every Technique: Discover the various types of brushes and how to select the perfect brush for different effects.

Module 3: Colour Theory

Fundamentals of Colour Theory: Understand the basics of colour theory, including the colour wheel, primary, secondary, and tertiary colours.
Colour Mixing Techniques: Learn how to mix colours to create a wide range of hues, shades, and tones for realistic botanical illustrations.
Understanding Colour Temperature: Discover the impact of warm and cool colours and how to use them effectively to convey depth and mood.
Creating Depth with Colour: Learn how to use colour to create depth and dimension in your botanical illustrations.

Module 4: Reference and Inspiration

Importance of References: Understand why references are crucial for creating realistic and detailed botanical illustrations.
Finding Inspiration in Nature: Learn techniques for observing and drawing inspiration from the natural world around you.
Using Photography as Reference: Explore tips on taking and using your own photographs to capture the intricate details of plants and flowers.
Translating Inspiration into Art: Develop skills to transform your references and inspirations into unique, lifelike watercolor illustrations.

Module 5: Drawing or Transferring Sketch

Basic Drawing Techniques: Master essential drawing skills to create accurate and detailed botanical sketches from scratch.
Transferring Methods: Explore methods for transferring your sketches to watercolor paper.
Achieving Precision: Learn tips and tricks for ensuring your transferred sketches maintain their proportions and details, setting a solid foundation for your watercolor painting.
Preparing Your Sketch for Watercolor: Understand how to refine and adjust your sketches to optimize them for watercolor painting

Module 6: Techniques

Wet-on-Wet and Wet-on-Dry: Discover the differences between these techniques and when to use them for creating soft blends and crisp details.
Layering: Learn how to build depth and richness in your botanical illustrations through effective layering techniques.
Texturing and Detailing: Explore methods for adding texture and fine details to your paintings, bringing your botanical subjects to life.
Colour Lifting and Blending: Master techniques for lifting and blending colours to correct mistakes and achieve smooth transitions in your artwork.

Module 7: Painting Flowers

Petal Techniques: Master techniques for painting delicate and lifelike petals.
Achieving Realistic Details: Learn how to add intricate details like veins, stamens, and textures to make your floral paintings truly come to life.
Creating Depth and Dimension: Explore methods for using light and shadow to give your art a realistic and three-dimensional appearance.
Color Blending and Gradients: Discover the art of blending colors and creating beautiful gradients.

Module 8: How to Paint Roses

Capturing Petal Structure: Learn techniques for accurately depicting the intricate layers and curves of rose petals, creating a realistic and elegant effect.
Depth: Understand how to use shading to create depth and dimension of each petal.
Color Techniques for Roses: Explore methods for blending and layering colors to capture the color variations and gradients that make roses so enchanting.
Adding Details: Master the art of detailing, from veins to highlights and shadows that bring your rose paintings to life.