Watercolour Landscape Workshop
Start painting landscapes in watercolour with this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop at Sydney Community College. In this one-session class, you will explore the unique qualities of watercolour and learn essential techniques to capture light, atmosphere and depth in the landscape.
Through demonstrations and guided practice, you will observe and simplify landscape forms, work confidently with water and pigment, mix colour, and experiment with techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry and dry brush. By the end of the day, you will complete a small landscape study that brings together the techniques introduced in class.
This workshop offers a supportive and enjoyable introduction to watercolour painting and is perfect for anyone wanting to explore landscapes before progressing to a longer course.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand how watercolour behaves and control paint consistency with water.
- Use essential techniques including wet on wet, layering washes and expressive brushwork.
- Complete a small landscape painting integrating core techniques.
Course Content
- Introduction to watercolour materials and paper types.
- Colour mixing, layering and creating light and depth.
- Step-by-step guidance to compose and paint a simple landscape.
Schedule & Pricing
- WLWB-1: 2 May 2026, 9:30am–3:30pm
- WLWB-2: 4 July 2026, 9:30am–3:30pm
- Course fee: $199
Additional Information
- Closed-in shoes required.
- Please wear old clothes or bring an apron.
- Long hair must be tied back.
Details
You will learn
- Control water and pigment for balanced washes
- Apply wet on wet, wet on dry and dry brush techniques
- Create a simple landscape with light, depth and texture
You will get
- Expert step-by-step demonstrations
- Most materials supplied for use in class
- A completed small landscape painting to take home
Appropriate for
Beginners and anyone new to watercolour painting who wants a supportive introduction to landscape art.
Preparation
What to bring
- Closed-in shoes
- Old clothes or an apron
- Your own watercolour materials (optional)
What to wear
Closed-in shoes; wear old clothes or apron
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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