Watercolor Dresden
Online course
Dear friends, I invite you to paint with me the place that became my home — my beloved Dresden!
Watch this video! I will tell you everything about my new watercolorcourse in one minute:
“Florence on the Elbe” — that's what they call this beautiful German city — Dresden.
Gallery of Old Masters, the majestic Frauenkirche,
the Blue Wonder and the Green Vault treasury,
the picturesque banks of the Elbe and the Baroque old town — it is here in the capital of Saxony.
This city delights with its beauty,
impresses with intricate architecture
and lures with its leisurely cosiness.
If you're curious:
— How to draw something to make you want to dive into the picture?
— How to express an abundance of details without drawing each of them?
— How to draw architecture in blurry watercolor technique?
— How to allow yourself to create and enjoy the process?
Then I'm waiting for you
on our virtual plein air!
Content
Lesson 1. Rainy Dresden.
First of all we will visit an Old square to paint the main Lutheran church in Dresden — Kreuzkirche (Church of the Holy Cross).
Features of the lesson:
You will learn to very simply, but at the same time, effectively portray city views and the atmosphere of a rainy day.
Lesson 2. Dresden Castle.
In the second lesson we will walk to one of the oldest building in Dresden (12th century!) — ex-residence of the electors and kings.
Festures of the lesson:
You will learn how to “construct” a complex city view with an illusion of an abundance of details without drawing each of them.
Lesson 3. Cafe by the Elbe.
For the third lesson we will make a cozy break in an old cafe by the Dresden river to relish a beautiful view and great coffee with traditional German cake Eierschecke.
Features of the lesson:
You will learn the secret how to picture German half-timbered houses and red roofs and how to alternate different color transitions depending on the lighting.
Lesson 4. Walking in Dresden.
And finally we will take a walk along the cozy streets of my beloved city, enjoy the atmosphere and choose a nice view for a stylish watercolor painting.
Features of the lesson:
You will learn how to paint urban landscape conveying the space, volumes and measured vibes of a small European city.
— Do you like old European architecture?
— Do you love or wish to paint lively urban landscapes
— Do you want to stop fearing failures?
Let's create NOW!
Join the course and we will do it together!
ARTIST NADJA LEUTLOFF
Nadja Leutloff, an exceptional watercolor artist and dedicated mentor, brings her extensive experience and unique artistic flair to the world of painting.
With a background as a graduate mathematician and former IT expert, she took the bold step over a decade ago to turn her passion for painting into her profession.
Since then, Nadja Leutloff has embarked on a remarkable journey as an artist, leading her from humble beginnings without formal training to becoming a celebrated watercolor painter and founder of the Artschool Nadja Leutloff. Her distinctive approach to watercolor painting and her ability to convey complex topics in an accessible way have made her a sought-after mentor and speaker.
At the Artschool Nadja Leutloff, Nadja shares not only her painting techniques but also empowers students to discover their unique artistic voices. Through a blend of practical exercises, demonstrations, and insightful discussions, she guides students on a transformative journey of artistic exploration and growth.
Nadja also conducts numerous watercolor workshops in various countries, both online and offline, expanding her reach and sharing her passion for art with enthusiasts worldwide.
Immerse yourself in the world of watercolor painting with Nadja Leutloff at the Artschool Nadja Leutloff and let her passion for art ignite your creativity.
An exciting learning experience for those who:
- Wants to get distracted from everyday and emotional problems
- Afraid of “blank paper” and experiments
- Loves to draw, but still puts it away
- Have a dream to conquer unruly watercolors
- Already draws and wants to know something new
Create magic on paper!
- You will become friends with unruly watercolors
- You will get the freedom to travel through paintings
- You will dive into the world of creativity, even you haven't drew since school
Material List:
- Professional set of 16 colors or more (White Night, Schmincke, W&N, Daniel Smith, QOR, Mijello...). Preferably in tubes.
- A palette
- A pencil (2B/HB)
- An eraser
- A flat soft paint brush 20-25 mm. made from any natural material (pony, goat, cows, etc.) OR A round brush («Белка», 8-10 mm)
- A natural round brush (kolonok, 5-6 mm) with a thin tip
- Watercolour paper A3, grain fin, 300 grams, 100% cotton (Arches, Clairefontaine, Fabriano)
- A watercolour sketchbook, 100% cotton (optional)
- Paper for tests (Госзнак, Palazzo, etc)
- Titanium White/Chinese White watercolor OR white gouache
- A thin (liner) brush
- A paper tape
- A cup for water
Watercolors:
- Burnt Sienna (Schmincke 661)
- Naples yellow (Winsor & Newton 422)
- Sienna natur (Schmincke 660)
- Perylene Violet (Schmincke 371)
- Vandyke brown (Winsor & Newton 676)
- Cadmium red (Schmincke 347)
- Cadmium orange (Schmincke 228)
- Cadmium yellow (Schmincke 224)
- Permanent Rose (Winsor & Newton 502)
- SAP Green (Schmincke 503)
- Olive Green (Schmincke 447)
- Kobalt Green (Sennellier 856)
- Perylene Green (Winsor & Newton 460)
- Ultramarine (Schmincke 494)
- Cobalt Blue light (Schmincke 487)
- Kobalt blue (Winsor & Newton 178)
- Lavender (Mijello W577)
- Royal Blue (Sennellier 322)