IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
ENGLAND
FUNDAMENTALS OF WATERCOLOUR
In this relaxed and friendly workshop, Helen will introduce you to the wonderful world of watercolour.
Perfect for complete beginners - or anyone returning to watercolour after a long break - this class will give you a solid foundation to build your confidence with watercolour.
This is the beginning of a beautiful creative practice.
Who this workshop is for:
Complete beginners
Anyone returning to watercolour after time away
Those interested in progressing toward botanical art
What you will learn:
How to stretch watercolour paper for consistent results
How water, pigment, and timing work together
Core techniques including wet-in-wet, layering, blending, and dry brush
Guided exercises to build confidence and understanding
About Helen Cousins
Helen Cousins is a botanical illustrator based in Kent, England. She completed the Society of Botanical Artists Distance Learning Diploma with distinction and the Award for Excellence in 2016.
Alongside her medical career, she has continued to develop botanical illustration courses and workshops, sharing a structured approach to botanical art.
Workshop details
| Format: | In-person, full-day workshop |
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| Duration: | 10:00–16:00 |
| Level: | Complete beginner |
| Price: | £80 |
| Location: | Varies by date (see individual event listing) |
| Materials: | All materials provided |
| Food: | Please bring a packed lunch |
UPCOMING DATES
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Marietta
“As a complete beginner to any form of painting this course was absolutely perfect.”
Do not hesitate. As a complete beginner to any form of painting this course was absolutely perfect. The pace, content and delivery could not have been better. It was a really fun and hugely informative day.
I left understanding how to get started with watercolours, not only the basic techniques but also guidance on materials and paints to get started at home.
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Shelley
“I feel more confident in watercolours now.”
A thoroughly enjoyable day. Helen is a wonderful tutor, very encouraging and inspiring, showing techniques clearly and concisely so you are not overwhelmed and have time to practice between each step. Helen’s calm encouraging manner, to the group and individually, gives you the confidence to try things out.
Having Helen’s personal teaching in a small group has helped me clarify how to create a smooth wash, build up gradients, and use water and paint more effectively. I feel more confident in watercolours now.
Highly recommend, the personal tuition is so rewarding.
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Eve
“Excellent to focus on just learning how to paint, to have time to practise and to be given permission to do just that.”
I enjoyed learning and the information given.
I really enjoyed the very clear explanations of why we paint in certain ways, the mistakes that can happen, and how to make corrections. There was also useful information about painting, colours and paper stretching.