Step into a world of light, water, and wind with award-winning watercolorist Devin K. Lulu in this immersive two-day, 10-hour workshop. Designed for experienced beginners and intermediate painters, the class centers on composition, value structure, confident brushwork, texture, and tonal contrast as you paint a classic sailboat under full sail on calm, reflective water.
Day One — Monochrome
You’ll create a full-size monochrome painting of the sailboat scene, capturing dramatic dark sails, luminous sky, and shimmering water using a single color. Guided by the philosophy — “Value does all the work while color gets all the credit” — you’ll sketch a balanced composition, establish strong diagonals, block in major shapes, build layered washes, and explore textures that convey light and shadow. Devin will also demonstrate his approach to rigging and adding birds that enhance the scene.
Day Two — Full Color
With your value foundation complete, you’ll bring the painting to life in color while preserving tonal integrity. Devin will show how he adjusts reference photos, incorporates texture for visual interest, and strengthens the overall composition, offering insight into his process from reference to finished artwork.
Throughout both days, you’ll work in a relaxed, supportive environment with plenty of time for painting, experimentation, Q&A, and personalized feedback.
What to Expect:
• A short discussion on reference selection, composition, color selection, and value mapping.
• Guided painting session: first wash -- middle-value shapes/washes/edges -- darks, final details/edits.
• Individual coaching and group feedback.
By the end of this two-day workshop, you will:
• Understand how to compose a balanced composition with interest and focus.
• Be able to plan and execute a value map that supports form and space.
• Know how to manipulate watercolor washes and edges to convey depth and atmosphere.
• Gain confidence in brushwork and handling washes with subtle tonal transitions.
• Leave with two finished watercolor paintings (one monochrome, and one full-color) and the tools to create more atmospheric paintings on your own.