Welcome to our Winter Rose watercolour tutorial, where we'll explore painting a single rose using a loose, intuitive technique. This atmospheric approach allows us to capture not just the form but the very essence of this flower with all its quiet grace.

In this tutorial, we'll paint two atmospheric winter landscape studies using a loose, intuitive watercolour painting technique. This tutorial is perfect for cosy winter painting sessions and is designed to help you create two loose, atmospheric watercolour studies inspired by winter fields and skies.

In this online watercolour session, we’ll explore the quiet magic of autumn through gentle, layered painting. This is a slightly longer tutorial, and while it’s suitable for all levels, it’s best approached with a slow, patient mindset.

As the holiday season bustles around us with its wonderful whirlwind of activities and celebrations, I invite you to carve out a creative moment just for yourself. This vibrant painting practice focuses on capturing the rich, seasonal beauty of the Poinsettia. While it may seem challenging at first, we'll explore some advanced watercolour techniques in a way that's both engaging and achievable.

Welcome to our Winter Rose watercolour tutorial, where we'll explore painting a single rose using a loose, intuitive technique. This atmospheric approach allows us to capture not just the form but the very essence of this flower with all its quiet grace.

In this online watercolour session, we’ll paint a loose, atmospheric portrait of the hedgehog – a much-loved little wanderer of our gardens, hedgerows, and woodlands.

Welcome to our new spring-inspired tutorial, where we'll create a loose, atmospheric watercolour study of a March Hare 🐇 As the days grow longer and the first shoots of spring emerge, hares begin their lively courtship dances across open fields—a sight both wild and full of energy.

In this tutorial, we'll paint a charming field mouse in watercolour, inspired by Robert Burns' famous poem "To a Mouse". Wee, sleekit, cowrin, tim'rous beastie, O, what a pannic's in thy breastie! Though I tried to track down a photo of the infamous Scottish 'Haggis' 😉 It remains a mystery–hidden in the landscape...

Welcome to this watercolour tutorial featuring the enchanting Muscari, or Grape Hyacinth. These delicate spring flowers, with their tiny, tightly packed blooms that resemble clusters of grapes, have captivated artists and gardeners for generations.

A step-by-step, simple, beginner-friendly, watercolour class, designed to help you feel calm and uplifted — as we paint a luminous winter sky filled with vibrant, shifting colour. It’s the kind of painting that instantly lifts the spirit: a little pocket of light for those darker winter days, and a reminder that even the quietest seasons can hold something magical.

A fun, frosty online watercolour session. We’ll step into the bright, icy world of winter and paint a cheeky little penguin braving a swirling snowstorm. Ideal for beginners and those looking to refresh their watercolour skills.

Welcome to this watercolour tutorial, where we’ll capture the unique character and colours of a 'Red Bird' or as it's better known the Red Cardinal in winter. This study is inspired by the poem and poetry collection 'Red Bird' by the late, great poet Mary Oliver. "Red bird came all winter firing up the landscape as nothing else could." ~ (Mary Oliver, Red Bird)

In this online watercolour session, we’ll paint a loose, atmospheric portrait of the roe deer – a graceful creature often seen wandering the fields and woodlands here in East Lothian.

Welcome to this watercolour tutorial, where we’ll create a simple seascape bathed in an atmospheric sky. Inspired by the works of Turner and Winslow Homer, our focus will be on capturing light and mood with a soft, expressive touch.

In this online watercolour session, we’ll paint a simple, atmospheric study of the silver birch — a striking symbol of renewal and resilience often called the “Lady of the Woods.”

Welcome to this calming watercolour session, where we’ll be painting Sloe Berries – the deep, dusky jewels of the hedgerow.

Welcome to our Winter Snowdrop watercolour tutorial, where we'll explore painting a single snowdrop using a loose, expressive technique. As winter's gentle messenger, the snowdrop pierces through the earth to herald the coming of spring, making it one of nature's most beloved early bloomers.

In this online watercolour session, we’ll slow down and enjoy a playful break from the holiday rush by painting a cheerful Snowman in a Blizzard. This simple, joyful tutorial is suitable for all levels — and especially lovely to paint with children. Its loose, atmospheric style makes it perfect for homemade cards, gift tags, or mini winter paintings to share with loved ones.

Spring has sprung—and what could be more adorable than a fluffy, curious little chick? In this new tutorial, we’ll explore how to paint a sweet baby chick using soft, layered watercolours and gentle mark-making to capture its downy feathers and bright personality.

Welcome to our Spring Crocuses in line and wash tutorial. In this tutorial, we'll explore painting a cluster of crocuses in a loose, expressive style, with the added magic of Speedball's Elegant Writer calligraphy pen.

Welcome to this watercolour tutorial featuring a sweet and playful spring lamb. We'll focus on capturing the lamb's head and shoulders, creating a loose, atmospheric effect that melts into a spring-coloured background.

Welcome to this delightful spring tutorial, where we'll create a luminous watercolour study of tulips using vibrant colours and plenty of atmosphere. Perfect for all levels, this calming session is designed to leave you feeling uplifted.

In this class, we’ll bring to life the delicate beauty and seaside charm of the starfish.

Welcome to this watercolour tutorial, where we’ll create a simple tangle of summer ivy on the vine—a plant rich in symbolism, with its trailing vines and ever-reaching leaves.

A sweet and summery online session to celebrate the simple joy of painting in watercolour.

Welcome to "Atmospheric Sunflower". A Watercolour Celebration of the Summer Solstice. As the longest day of the year approaches, I invite you to slow down and soak in the golden light of the season through this mindful watercolour class.

Welcome to this peaceful watercolour tutorial, where we'll be painting an Advent candle nestled in festive foliage. This project is designed for artists of all skill levels, offering a moment of mindful creativity during the bustling pre-Christmas season.

A step-by-step, simple, beginner-friendly, watercolour class, designed to help you feel calm and uplifted. In this online watercolour session, we’ll turn our attention to the quiet companionship of sheep in winter — steadfast, soft-edged figures set against a wintry landscape.

As the festive season swirls around us with its wonderful chaos of preparations and celebrations, I invite you to carve out a peaceful moment for yourself. This gentle painting practice is designed to help you slow down and connect with the quiet magic of winter. Painting snow-laden evergreens can be meditative, with each brushstroke an opportunity to breathe, observe, and create mindfully.

In this short, atmospheric session, we’ll paint a mysterious witch’s cat — a playful nod to the magic and mischief of All Hallows’ Eve. Using just two colours, you’ll discover how much character and atmosphere can be created through simple tonal contrasts, soft edges, and expressive brushwork.