Course curriculum

    1. Cardinal Trailer

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    2. Intro video: what you need to know before starting the workshop

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    3. DOWNLOADS AND LINKS!!!!!

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    4. Cardinal Day 1: Replay

    5. Cardinal Day 2: Replay

    6. Cardinal Day 3: Replay

    7. Cardinal Day 3: Replay part 2

About this course

  • $23.99
  • 7 lessons
  • 8.5 hours of video content

Reviews

5 star rating

Best Video Ever!

Donna Schons

I’m a beginner and this was SO easy to understand and follow!

I’m a beginner and this was SO easy to understand and follow!

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5 star rating

Very informative way to start

Melissa Carlson

This is great. Tons of helpful tips by an expert. Debbie made it easy to understand how to prepare for starting a new artistic adventure. I am so excited to ...

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This is great. Tons of helpful tips by an expert. Debbie made it easy to understand how to prepare for starting a new artistic adventure. I am so excited to get started!

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5 star rating

control of water

Christine Ehmann

most excellent examples of each technique. Loved the word tickle the edges on wet on dry.

most excellent examples of each technique. Loved the word tickle the edges on wet on dry.

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5 star rating

Excellent instruction and demonstration

Anthony Branscum

It's very helpful to watch someone paint who is a master at using glazing to create such subtle transitions and luminous colors. Looking forward to new videos!

It's very helpful to watch someone paint who is a master at using glazing to create such subtle transitions and luminous colors. Looking forward to new videos!

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Getting control of water: the key ingredient to making yo...

Pat Edwards

Wow....my favorite tutorial you've done so far!! Exciting to see you develop techniques (wet on wet, glazing, wet on dry and actually apply them to that FAB...

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Wow....my favorite tutorial you've done so far!! Exciting to see you develop techniques (wet on wet, glazing, wet on dry and actually apply them to that FABULOUS peony painting!!!!! So many times while watching you the 'light bulb' went on and I made the connection of just what some of those applications really mean! Can't wait to start on a painting!!!!!!!

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Masking Fluid: Using masking fluid the right way!

Pat Edwards

Very informative demonstration using a variety of tools to apply mask. Debbie really 'knows her stuff' and was able to give almost scientific information ab...

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Very informative demonstration using a variety of tools to apply mask. Debbie really 'knows her stuff' and was able to give almost scientific information about the product (which I had not known!). I like the white backgrounds as the subject is the focal point. P.S. Great job videotaping---excellent sound and great camera angles (no shadows).

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5 star rating

Great!

michele bushell

Always thought of myself as crafty but when it came to painting I could not get it. I have three daughters and always wanted to do some paintings for their ...

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Always thought of myself as crafty but when it came to painting I could not get it. I have three daughters and always wanted to do some paintings for their rooms. Thanks to this it has taught me how to go about it! Loved it so much!

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4 star rating

Painting with a limited palette

Suzy Voss

Suddenly it all makes sense!!! Thanks Debbie!! A real eye opener!

Suddenly it all makes sense!!! Thanks Debbie!! A real eye opener!

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PAPER! Everything you need to know to choose the right pa...

Pat Edwards

Debby really 'knows her stuff' and in just a short video covered much of what one should know about paper: selection as well as prep!

Debby really 'knows her stuff' and in just a short video covered much of what one should know about paper: selection as well as prep!

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Brushes! Everything you need to know about choosing the r...

Pat Edwards

Very nicely done. Debbie speaks clearly and slowly enough to catch key words! i like that she had added a PDF file so that I could watch the video without ...

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Very nicely done. Debbie speaks clearly and slowly enough to catch key words! i like that she had added a PDF file so that I could watch the video without having to try to jot down names of brush companies. I also liked the white background Debbie uses that allow the colors to really 'pop out'.

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5 star rating

A beautiful wash! Graded, solid and 2 color washes!

Pat Edwards

Clear and precise instruction! Great way to start......

Clear and precise instruction! Great way to start......

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Here's what you get!

  • PDF mini booklet

    Unlock the key to success with my exclusive bonus content! Dive into my personal tips and master techniques through complimentary how-to videos, helpful links, and expert advice. Take your learning to the next level and propel your creative journey forward.

  • Image & drawing

    I include the image in a PDF and Jpeg format and the drawing (if you choose to use it) in a PDF and Jpeg format. You can enlarge or reduce to any size and a few links to sites for resizing the image.

  • 24/7 Access

    Watch anytime and as often as you like! Stop the video, rewind and fast forward as you need to. Ask questions and upload your progress for critique through email, the course chapter and the community group available on your student dashboard or the private Facebook group.

Your watercolor instructor!

Watercolor Instructor Debbie Friis-Pettitt

When I began exploring the world of watercolor, I was baffled by the abundance of conflicting advice and guidelines. Consequently, I attended countless workshops and invested in a plethora of books - but each had its own rules and seemingly essential colors which I then had to add to my palette. As my collection of colors soon exceeded 30, it only added to the confusion. So, after a few years, I found myself yearning for a simpler approach; one that didn't involve deliberating over the appropriate color! With the aid of just 3 transparent, staining, and permanent colors, as well as my recipe cards which outlined specific color combinations, I learned how to reduce confusion and incorporate harmony into my paintings. Gradually, my watercolor paintings took on new life with impressive value ranges and vibrant colors - culminating in awards at various art shows and competitions! And now my joy lies in imparting these skills to beginners as well as experienced painters.

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