Impressionist Watercolour and Gouache

Learn to paint with the vibrant colour and luminous light of the impressionists in this beginner-friendly watercolour and gouache class.
Discover the colourful world of the Impressionists in this relaxed, beginner-friendly painting class inspired by artists such as Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, Camille Pissarro and Alfred Sisley.
Rather than carefully copying every detail, you’ll learn the secrets that made the Impressionists’ paintings feel so full of light and life. Working with both watercolour and gouache, you’ll discover how placing colours next to one another can make them appear brighter, richer and more luminous—a technique that changed the course of art history and is still used by painters today.
With step-by-step demonstrations and plenty of individual guidance, you’ll create your own Impressionist-inspired painting while learning practical techniques you can continue using at home. No previous painting experience is needed, and all materials are provided.
This class is taught by Ann Mackowski, founder of Soho Life Drawing and Private Art Events London. With over a decade of teaching experience, Ann specialises in making traditional painting techniques approachable, helping complete beginners quickly build confidence while introducing ideas used by some of history’s greatest artists.
In this class you’ll discover how to:

• Mix colours with confidence
• Make paintings glow with light
• Create rich, vibrant colours from just a few paints
• Paint loose, expressive brushstrokes without worrying about tiny details
• Add depth and atmosphere to your paintings
• Discover the colour secrets behind Monet and the Impressionists
• Combine watercolour and gouache to create beautiful effects
• Complete an Impressionist-inspired painting you’ll be proud to take home

All high grade art materials are provided on site, including watercolours, gouache, watercolour paper and charcoal.
By the end of the class, you’ll not only have finished a beautiful painting, but you’ll also understand why Impressionist paintings feel so fresh and luminous—and how to recreate those effects in your own work.
Perfect for complete beginners, as well as anyone looking to loosen up their painting style and gain confidence with colour.