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The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorWhen You Feel Stuck: How to Begin AnywayFeeling stuck can make even the smallest step feel overwhelming. In this episode, we talk about why getting started feels so hard—and how to gently remove the obstacles that keep you frozen in place. This isn’t about pushing harder or forcing motivation. It’s about understanding what’s in the way, softening the resistance, and finding a simple, honest way forward.
2026-02-0413 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorPainting the Northern Lights in Watercolor: A Student's JourneyIn this conversation, I sit down with student Gloria Andison to talk about her journey painting the Northern Lights in watercolor. Gloria shares how she transitioned from acrylic to watercolor, what it took to let go of control, and how learning to paint with atmosphere helped her express light, mood, and movement more freely.
We talk about trusting water, embracing softness, and finding confidence through an expressive approach to landscape painting. This is a thoughtful, inspiring conversation for artists interested in atmosphere, emotion, and growth in watercolor. This conversation reflects ideas explored in my Atmospheric Landscapes course...
2026-01-2832 min
Different NoisesWorld of Jazz 776The breadth of content in the jazz world is captured in this selection of mostly new releases. From traditional post-bop workouts, through interpretations of popular songs, to full on invention and improvisation, this playlist demonstrates the variety of music which might be generally described as jazz but in reality covers a more complex set of variables. There is a focus on the January releases of the excellent Relative Pitch Records.
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Julian Lage “Night Shade” from Scenes From Above (Blue Note) 00:00
Alexa Tarentino “The Roar And The Whisper” from The Roar And The Whisper...
2026-01-232h 09
Thales’ WellOn Spiritual Freedom with Martin HägglundOn this episode of the podcast, I talk to Swedish philosopher Prof. Martin Hägglund from Yale University about his book This Life: Why Mortality Makes Us Free. The dominant theme of our conversation was the meaning of freedom. Martin has a distinct notion of the demands of being free and we got into a detailed discussion about what freedom really means, how to think about it, how freedom is tied up with our social activities and just why our mortality is exactly the thing that makes us free. As well we talked about how human beings are a di...
2023-06-101h 11
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorPlein air painting, Getting startedFirst get rid of the expecations of what you do in the studio, and be willing to learn a lot about creativity, focus and a get ready to have some fun, consider Plein air painting.
Here easle I used is a Traveler Series Watercolor Package click here
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2022-02-1921 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorFeeling ”Fearless” or fearful?Based on my "Fearless flowers" courses, in this episode, we explore when painting how to get out of your comfort zone, and grow to be more bold and dynamic.
In the Fearless Flowers series, both the interactive and independent study options are available. For immediate access to any of the lessons I suggest the independent study option, full courses
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2022-02-1021 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorReference photos and licensingToday were talking about what if you’re doing a painting and use photos that someone else took as your reference material, can you use it for a show, can you sell it, can you claim it as your own?
Are you using your artistic vision or copying an image?
What if you took a class and are inspired by the instructor, and use their lesson and reference material, is it now yours?
Is there a subject matter that you would like to hear about? Drop us a line and let us know
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2022-02-0632 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorPushing through the fear, do you need to be perfect?Pushing through the fear.
Do you feel the need to always be perfect?
What kind of artist do you want to be?
Do you want to have the control you want over your brushstrokes, and if you don’t it can depend on the brush and the amount of water it’s holding?
Are your paintings to weak and wimpy, and are you afraid of the darks? Try to relax and think of every painting as an experiment.
We will be looking at a few white flower paintings and talk...
2022-02-0326 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorHow to get motivated when you’re just not feeling itSometimes it’s difficult to get started and paint again, it can be because of some life circumstance, the holidays, or we're just not inspired. Not everyone enjoys the isolation of the studio or is a self-motivated artist, some enjoy painting with other artists, especially watercolor.
With the pandemic, many people haven’t felt creative and have been absolutely paralyzed, so what are some of the things you can do, let’s talk about it.
If you’re interested in taking an online course, or joining “Watercolor in Motion” take a look at my upcoming schedule on my...
2022-01-2210 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorRealism or Abstraction, painting a cluster of Monarch ButterfliesIn this episode, we discuss the approach of painting a cluster of Monarch Butterflies.
We will be covering what you might think might be a failure could be an incredible abstraction, along with paper surfaces and color mingling.
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Monarch Butterfly Mug
Monarch Tote bag
2021-12-2934 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorWhy values are important in a paintingValues help to invite the viewer into the painting, so in today's episode we are having a discussion about why they are important, to help create a push pull effect and prevent paintings from looking flat.
2021-12-2326 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorGrow your creativityIn today's meeting will talk a little bit about how to get that fine spray in a painting by using an atomizer, a Kemper tool or a toothbrush.
We will also discuss a value study app and talk about some of the challenges you can face when doing a plein air competition, and how all these challenges can help you grow in your creativity.
Value study app
Kemper spatter tool
Monarch garden online course all levels
Monarch Migration Full course
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2021-11-1839 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorAre you painting from your heart or your head?In this episode will be having a conversation about where your inspiration come from?
Have you ever thought of where you painting from in your body? Is it your head, your heart, your fingertips, wrist, arm, full body and what kind of experience is it for you?
What about commissions, do you enjoy doing them or is it a chore, and how can you move away from realism into something more painterly.
These are just some of the things that will be talking about in today's episode we're going to be talking
2021-11-1036 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorMaking your own granulating colorsThe wonderful thing about being able to mix your own granulating color combinations is that you have a wide variety available to you without a large investment.
Granulating colors can help to add texture to objects such as wood, rocks, landscapes or abstract paintings, but if you are looking for clean clear washes for skies or flowers, then you may want to avoid it.
The real key here is to use Mars black as your foundation, then blend it with any one to two earth or cobalt colors, and apply color to a wet surface, l...
2021-09-2913 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorRanger inks, what’s the difference between Inks and Watercolor pigmentToday Ann told us today about Ranger inks, and how much she is enjoying them, especially the distressed inks. Then our conversation took a turn into what's the difference of inks, alcohol inks and water color pigments and can alcohol inks be used in watercolor competitions. Personally, I found this fascinating information, I hope you will too.
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Ranger inks
2021-08-1713 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorI Love this brush, effortless glazing without lifting the previous layerWhen I first started painting years ago, the art store where I did my first demonstration gifted me with the largest brush that I had ever seen, a #30.
I had no idea what to do with it, or how to use it, it wasn't terribly comfortable in my hand, I thought the brush they gave me was nice, so I just put it to the side, because most of my brushes that I worked with at that time, were the smaller #3, #8, #10 and maybe the largest brush being a #12.
Then one day, I was a little t...
2021-08-1212 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorPutting the Water Back Into WatercolorToday I will give you a glimpse inside my process as I discuss an article by Cherie Dawn Hass from Realism live and how my work has changed over the last decade. Click here to see the full online article
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2021-08-1211 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorShould you use black in a painting and do you outline your subjects?Today we discuss how to get focused after being distracted with summer, and should you use black in a painting?
If you use a black, should you use it from the tube or mix your own? will it look harmonious, like a black hole and what happens to the surrounding colors.
When it comes to figures should you outline them or work with values, and what do you do when you see someone on the street that you want to paint?
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2021-08-0833 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorBackground ideas, problem solving, and what do when masking sticks to paperToday we discuss backgrounds and ideas of how to approach them. More problem solving, what do is the masking sticks to paper and what about the magic eraser.
2021-07-2334 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorHow to increase color intensity and lift highlights in watercolorMany people think that watercolor is weak and wimpy, let’s look at how to bring up the color, lift highlights and make smooth washes. For workshops and online courses go to https://birgitoconnor.com
2021-07-2116 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorVisit with Guest Artist Ingrid Butler in her home studioToday we visit Ingrid in her home studio, and discuss what art projects she has been up to during Covid. You can find out more about Ingrid in one of our past inteviews, or on my Podcast The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O'Connor
Past interview #041
Guest interview with Ingrid Butler / The Business of Art Oct 6th, 2019 by Birgit O'Connor Watercolors Join me as I sit down with Ingrid Butler of Moth Mablers and discuss a little about the business of art. Even though she isn't a watercolor artist her papers and designs are...
2021-07-1313 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorUsing one color to paint a fluffy cat, review of handmade Indian paperWet into wet how to paint a fluffy cat, discussing paper, drying time.
Do you attach paper to a board?
Painting with one color, values, dampness of the paper.
Working on a full sheet painting
Discussing how to separate from the analytical mind into more of the creative mind
Why highlights make a difference
Review of handmade Indian paper
What about the judging process in shows
Where to get art supplies during the Covid shortage.
2021-07-0833 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorPainting with a piece of paperPainting with a piece of paper
The best way to experience this method is either by enrolling in the independent course on Seascapes or you can always join the interactive course later. Interactive courses run in sessions.
How to handle painting in dry enviornments
Humidifier: TAOTRONIS model: TT-AH043 Tao Tronics Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier from Amazon about $60.00
2021-07-0120 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorInterview with Andy Rycroft of Creative ProductivityInterview with Andy Rycroft of Creative Productivity and his upcoming event later this month.
Purpose, productivity and creative value.
With the support of the creative community and strategic daily activities, you will identify your creative value, the potential it has for others, and make powerful steps towards living your creative life on your own terms.
The Creative Canvas course offers you the opportunity to get clear about your purpose, get engaged with your audience, and build an actionable plan to get your ideas done.
2021-06-2423 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorPainting loose is not as easy as it looksToday we discuss how to let the color find its own path through the water on the surface, and how with a simple touch you can allow dissolve an edge, to the color to escape.
Do you want hard or soft edges?
Do you want to keep it light, soft and pretty, or do you want to create depth?
Have you tried tools other than a brush?
What about paintings that aren't working, you don't need to throw them away or turn it into a collage. When your frustrated, put them...
2021-06-1718 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorWhen life gets in the wayLet's talk about how you can remove some of the invisible obstacles that happen, when life gets in the way.
How can you find the time to paint?
Does every painting need to be a a masterpiece or can you think about it as an experiment?
Have you recognized where your fear comes from, is it the cost of the materials, or fear of failure?
Either way there's some simple things that we can do to overcome the obstacles that hold us back.
2021-06-0939 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#044 Let's talk watercolor, with Guest artist Sterling EdwardsIf you have ever wanted to know more about what it's like to be a successful professional watercolor artist, come and join me and Sterling Edwards in the studio. We will be discussing how we got started, what inspired us, can you make a living as an artist, should you be in a gallery, workshops, art markets, shipping ideas, art shipping companies, building creates, and is art now disposable? Contact Sterling Edwards here at https://www.sterlingedwards.com/ or visit me Birgit O'Connor on my website https://birgitoconnor.com/
2020-03-1459 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#043 Painting on Yupo paper / Guest Tamra ShelineToday we visit Tamra in her studio in Camas, Washington to discuss her work and techniques on Yupo Paper. When designing she uses a watercolor pencil instead of lead, and many different kinds of salt hymalaian, pink, table, kosher, rock, epson salt, basically any kind you can imagine.
To get really interesting effects she also uses red paper flakes, hydrogen peroxide, sea sponges, regular sponges, make up sponges, you name it, she uses Viva paper towels to lift color out, we discuss translucent and opegue yup and what the difference is and the weight she prefers is 144...
2019-10-2157 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#042 How to Paint a Desert Path in WatercolorWebsite: www.birgitoconnor.com Join us as we take a look at how to simplify a desert path using the learned techniques then applying them into a students photograph. For the full demonstration join us in the Desert Landscape course or view as a premium download (from one of our live meetings in the "Desert landscape course,")
2019-10-1509 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#041 Guest interview with Ingrid Butler / The Business of ArtJoin me as I sit down with Ingrid Butler of Moth Mablers and discuss a little about the business of art. Even though she isn't a watercolor artist her papers and designs are internationally recognized. Her work has been included in many museums and collections throughout the world. For more information visit her website http://www.ingridbutler.com
View some of her Youtube videos
https://youtu.be/Bb0YyISfMY4
https://youtu.be/K3eLAIoCpfU
https://youtu.be/RN-rD_aEGZM
https://youtu.be/2Q_FbLluRMs
2019-10-0714 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#040 Guest interview with Tony White Watercolor Artist from TasmaniaJoin me as I interview with Tony White from Tasmania, about his beautiful watercolor paintings, we will discuss his artistic journey and the leap of faith of leaving a 9-5 job as a banker to become a successful watercolor artist that now travels the world and teaches. Tony was a lot of fun to talk to, down and see how he transformed a painting with staining colors into an amazing piece of art (and sold it).
Tony's Website
Tony's YouTube channel
Material list
Paper: Arches or Saunders Rough 300gsm
Brushes: Mops...
2019-09-2656 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#039 Video painting review - Students getting looseWhen it come to painting loose, it seems much easier than it really is. We are all so use to painting everything that we see and all the little details, so letting those blooms happen and loosing edges can feel a little unnerving. Come and join me and take a peek inside a live online meeting where we review student paintings.
2019-09-2113 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor# 038 The Yellow ChairLooking at a students painting from the "Develop your own Paintings e-course" where we discuss the approach and how to get the results that she wants. Coming soon an expanded version with continuing education for those that have already enrolled.
2019-06-1513 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#037 Foot prints in the Sand, and keep them simpleKeep it simple using the same concept as the shadows and highlight on the rocks, this time we will apply it into Foot prints in the Sand.
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2019-06-0717 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#036 Video Part 2 Loose Painting PearWhen it comes to this painting style as many of you have found, it's not always as easy as it looks. I'll share a secret with you, much of it has to do with the drawing, materials you're using and the real magic happens in the brushstroke and since this looser painting style is more subjective to the artist, you will find that this course is a little different than many of my others.
Go at your own Pace "The Joy of Painting Loose & Free"
What students say:
"Loving this class even though it...
2019-05-1622 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#035 Video Part 1 Loose Painting (Pear)Part 1 of painting loose and Free
2019-05-1020 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#034 How to get Past obstacles and get to your CreativityHow to get past feeling stuck, find your creativity and remove obstacles. Sometimes you just don't feel like painting, or life events get in the way, or maybe you're just afraid of making a mistake and ruining a piece of paper. So how can we get past that get you started again?
Technique and skill always improve with practice, and most often you need to make those mistakes so you can learn from them. Let's talk about some options to get that creativity going again.
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Magic paper
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2019-04-2511 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#33 Video: Shadows & Highlights (Rocks Sand Sea Glass)Today we are meeting with some students to go over their paintings, talk about shadows, value and placement along with a demonstration.
For more information about the full course go to Rocks Sand & Sea Glass e-course
2019-04-1826 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#032 Video: Guest interview with Jane Blundell - All about colorJane's Ultimate Mixing Set - now available from Daniel Smith :
Jane: "I have often been asked what colours I recommend for people to buy to get started in watercolour or to upgrade to artist quality watercolours so I created this palette to address that question. It is intended as a universal palette, suitable for any subject. It is also suitable for anyone from a beginner to an experienced artist. It is rather a Goldilocks palette - not so few colours that you have to spend the whole time mixing everything together, nor so many that you lose t...
2019-04-111h 17The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#031 Conversation with studentsA fantastic idea of making a downloadable low commitment print on Etsy to create a passive income, how to find a image to paint and entering a show
2019-04-0426 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’ConnorBonus Episode Footprints in the snowInspired by one of my students on how to paint footprints in the snow
2019-03-2814 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#030 Video: Rocks Sand & Sea Glass - Take a peekJoin me in the studio as we review the upcoming content for the Rocks Sand & Sea Glass course, get some tips and techniques along with a very simple exercise that you can do at home.
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2019-03-2624 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#029 Conversation with studentsContinuing the conversation with students about instagram, facebook, Pintrest, do you really need a website and should you enter shows. What are judges looking for how to find them and more.
2019-03-1937 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#028 Video: Painting review & demonstration (Bold Rich Saturated color)Video: Review paintings and demonstration
Meet a few of the students, see what you can do to make paintings have a little more depth and watch a demonstration on how to build color intensity.
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2019-03-1224 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#027 Guest interview with Eva NicholsJoin me as I interview one of my previous students Eva Nicholas about her journey, who has gone on to enter shows, travel and teach and show her work in galleries
YouTube Channel: Eva Nichols Art
Website: https://www.beautyonlocation.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eva.s.nicholsInstagram: http://instagram.com/evanicholskunstTwitter: http://twitter.com/@EvaNichols
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/estramer/
Blog: http://evasnichols.wordpress.com
Contact information
Eva Stramer Nichols
16127 Wellington Way
Truckee, CA 96161
530-414-1289
2019-03-0749 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#026 Video: Problem solving from the Waves & Water courseVideo Podcast From the Waves, Water Land & Sea course I'd like to give you a peek inside, learn about brush strokes and problem solving
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2019-03-0518 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#025 How to work with Creative BlocksRemember that creative blocks are temporary
Can you identify your creative block - how long has it been?
What are some of the things that are happening in your life right now?
What does you inner critic say?
Does the fear of failure prevent you from getting started?
Who are you afraid of being rejected by?
Are you aware or can you tell when creativity flows through you?
Do you have a creative routine - what is it?
Do you do negative self t...
2019-02-2815 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#024 How to Enter Watercolor CompetitionsBefore entering into a show, check the show prospectus
Do you own the copyrights?
Did you create the painting on your own without guidance or instruction?
Entry fees range and are not refundable
Digital images usually need to be at 300dpi (Check the show prospectus) 1200 - 2100 pixels at the largest side
Free online tool to resize an image https://www.pixlr.com/editor/
Does your painting have
Does it command attention and stand out with a strong composition?
Different values, and a good use of color, and light,
Are you painting with confidence?
Is it unique, w...
2019-02-2115 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#023 Building an Artist Website Part 2Part 2 of our discussion of building an artist website
Notes from our conversation
Absolute Art https://www.absolutearts.com
https://www.absolutearts.com/cgi-bin/portfolio/art/get_art.cgi
Absolute Arts is an online marketplace for artists to sell their unique masterpieces, including paintings and sculptures.
You can sign up as an artist to promote and sell your products.
List up to 20 works of art for free, or you can choose from one of the other subscriptions to list more artwork, have less commission taken from your s...
2019-02-1442 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#022 Building an Artist Website Part 1
Do you need a website?
What are your specific needs?
Functionality, How you want to show yourself to the world, e-commerce
Is Support important
Is it mobile friendly
Website builders to look at
https://www.wix.com
https://www.Godaddy.com
Weebly.com
https://www.faso.com
https://www.squarespace.com
ost varies
Basic site
SEO
SSL security
Domain
Ecommerce connects to
square
paypal
stripe
Build Your Brand First
Establishing your brand is an important first step in selling your art online. It’s a chance to show off some of your style and...
2019-02-0736 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#021 Students discuss which papers they liked best for the looser painting styleToday we will be discussing the challenges that students had along with what paper types they preferred for the looser painting style along with looking at a few paintings, and how to rework hard edges to get the effects that they want.
The Joy of painting Loose and Free - interactive course
Non-interactive option will be available soon For student discounts Join here for the the mailing list or take a Free course
Have Fun & Happy painting
Birgit
2019-01-3031 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#20 Fear and ObstaclesLet's talk about our fear and obstacles, is it real, or imaginary, do you limit yourself by someones else's idea or projection. Let's take a look.
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2019-01-2452 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#019 Say it out Loud Part 2Continuation of our conversation to "Say it out Loud".
To join an interactive, non-interactive or Free Mini course go to https://birgitoconnorwatercolors.teachable.com
2019-01-1824 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#018 Say it out Loud Part 1Let's talk about what are your Wildest Creative Goals at this time, everyone has a different idea, they are all relatable and fascinating to hear.
To join the conversation or take a Free mini course go to https://birgitoconnorwatercolors.teachable.com/
2019-01-141h 13The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor# 017 Name your Artistic GoalsLets start to name some of those 2019 Goals, and say them out loud and discuss how you can obtain them.
Goal Setting PDF download
2019-01-0848 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#016 Backgrounds & Shadows 12.2018If you passionate about watercolor then this is the place for you, talking with real students that want to know more about watercolor. we will be reviewing paintings, problem solving, motivation and finding the humor in making mistakes in watercolor painting
2019-01-0339 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#015 Setting your Creative Goals for the New YearDream BIG - in order to make your dreams a reality you must take action. The magic happens when you name your goals, say it out loud, (even if it seems to grand), write them down, put them in a journal, and be accountable.
Here are just a few questions to ask yourself that are on the PDF download
What is the wildest dream you have of being an artist?
What does being a successful artist mean to you?
How do you measure yourself as an artist?
What kind of art do you want to create?
...
2018-12-2812 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#014 Develop your own PaintingsToday we are reviewing a few of the paintings that have come in along with problem solving, negative painting to help pull shapes out, layering color, how to change a background and more..
This course encourages students to find their own creative voice and painting style.
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Material list ideas
2018-12-2737 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#013 Painting Loose FlowersWhen it come to painting loose you may think that should be easy, but as you'll find from the student comments and reviews it's a little more challenging than first thought. It's a lot of fun but requires a different way of thinking and a new approach, brush types and paper make a huge different to your success.
The Joy of Painting Loose and Free course
Art Materials Kit pick & choose
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2018-12-2450 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#012 Winter Solstice LandscapesPainting through the Holiday Season without going nuts.
So you thought some of those simple looking lessons would be a piece of cake, right, as students are finding they a quite a bit more challenging and a great way to create foundations for many paintings.
Let's talk a little about copyrights again and what they mean.
How to view your online courses on a TV
Can we really can we have live multiple day online workshops online? (the answer is Yes)
Join a Free online course
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2018-12-2234 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#011 Atmospheric Landscapes Getting Started Student meetingLet's talk about the materials for the Atmospheric landscape course discussing paper, painting, pigment numbers
Atmospheric landscapes
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2018-12-2051 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#010 Painting a Holiday PoinsettiaAudio version of how to paint a Holiday Poinsettia, the video lesson can be found on my YouTube Channel or Join my email list. You can find the reference photos through the YouTube channel too, or have them delivered to your inbox when you join my email list
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2018-12-1706 minThe World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#009 Exotic Orchids in Watercolor Student meetingToday will be reviewing paintings and discussing different types of paper, masking fluid and how to get that color intensity that you're looking for. You'll be able to hear students questions along with my answers, It's a fun time and there's always lots of little nuggets in there to help keep you inspired and painting.
How to make a quick line drawing
How to enlarge your line drawing
Rapid Resizer how to make a large scale image on your home printer
2018-12-131h 12The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#008 From the studio - Conversation with Charlie O'ShieldsToday my guest artist is Charlie O'Shields the creator of the Doodlewash blog, World Watercolor Group on Facebook. With almost 70,000 followers we will be discussing how he got started, his approach, painting style, art materials, what what inspires him to stay motivated and the joy that he feels by supporting other artists.
Charlie is the one that created World Watercolor month that will be here again in July, with 11 different sponsors, there will be giveaways all month long and a 31 day painting challenge, artist ambassadors that during that time will be donating a portion of their sales to the Dre...
2018-05-2644 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#007 Waves & Water Waves & Water Jan- Feb 2018Audio only: Final meeting of the January February session of waves water land and Sea, To view the video portion of this podcast go to YouTube https://youtu.be/P0ZtjYr1Zms or you can find all previous video recordings in the course https://birgitoconnorwatercolors.teachable.com/
2018-03-0253 min
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#006 Waves & Water Feb 21 meetingDiscussing: copyrights, upcoming courses, discounts and painting reviews.
2018-02-221h 36
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor# 005 Backgrounds & Shadows Feb 8 meetingFocus on reviewing students paintings
2018-02-091h 06The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#004 Waves & Water meeting Feb 7 lessons 5-8Today we reviewed lessons 5-8 and focused on the Lagoon, Crashing waves, Simple reflections, wet-sand reflections along with reviewing work that came in since our last meeting, demonstration and other information.
2018-02-081h 30
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#003 Background & Shadows Jan 25 2018 meetingAudio only
Focus: Apple Blossom, - reviewing paintings, Shading, brushstrokes, shadows, background
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Platform, Lessons 1-4, keeping track of where you are, Painting review, problem solving
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2018-01-251h 51
The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor#001 Atmos landscapes Dec 7 2017Meeting of how to blend color work wth a full sheet of watercolor, problem solving, and painting reviews
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