Best Watercolor Courses (Free & Paid) for All Levels
A simple path to the best watercolor courses—beginner to advanced—with free picks, clear next steps, and lessons that actually move the needle.
If you’re overwhelmed by watercolor classes, I’ve got you. Here’s a short list that actually helps you improve—what to start with, what to skip, and how to keep growing without burning out.
What you’ll find here
- A simple beginner path (no fluff)
- Intermediate/advanced next steps so you don’t stall
- Free picks you can start today
Beginner Path (start here)
1) Ultimate Beginner Watercolor Course - 100% Free (~4 hrs)
This is where we build the foundation: timing, water control, simple shapes. We start at the very beginning and end with ideas you’ll use for years.
2) Watercolor Landscape Workshop -100% Free (~5 hrs)
Ready to level up your watercolor landscapes? In this free 6-hour workshop, you’ll learn my complete process for painting skies, trees, grass, and rocks in a loose, expressive style
3) 18 Day Watercolor Challenge 100% Free (~5 hrs)
Short daily lessons that build momentum. Perfect if you need accountability and quick wins. Stress down, mileage up.
Intermediate & Advanced Path (level up)
4) 16 Watercolor Projects for All Levels - 100% Free
Land, sky, weather, rocks, trees—technical meets creative. You’ll build a toolkit for expressive landscapes.
5) No Fear Watercolor Landscapes (paid)
Learn how to paint awesome watercolor art using a four-step approach! Designed for those who enjoy watercolors but lack the skills for developing high-quality paintings.
6) How to Plan Awesome Watercolor Landscapes (paid)
A clear 4-step planning process: composition, value, color harmony, timing. Paint with a plan, finish with confidence.
Tip: If you’re not sure where to jump in, start with the Beginner Path in order. Already painting? Take #6 (Planning) first—then #5 (No Fear).
How to choose (quick guide)
- Brand new? Do the Beginner Path in order.
- Stuck in the middle? Do Planning → No Fear.
- Short on time? 20-minute sessions. One wash, one shape, stop early.
- Gear worries? 140lb cold press, a large round brush, and a warm/cool primary set.
Continue Learning
👉 Next stop: check out my Free Watercolor Painting Course or browse the Watercolor Tutorials Hub to keep building your skills.
👉 Follow me on Pinterest for daily watercolor inspiration!
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