Watercolor Challenge: Antiques

This week, we’re taking a trip down memory lane. Our theme is Antiques, items over 100 years old.  Here are a few objects to spark your creativity: an antique pocket watch, an old radio or Victrola, old rocking chair, a vintage camera, Grandfather clock… — any object over 100 years old. Watercolor challenge:  Antiques Include…

To honor World Ocean Day (June 8), let’s dive below the ocean’s surface and paint lush underwater landscapes with coral reefs, seagrasses, exotic fish.   Did you know that marine plants contribute about 50% of the world’s oxygen supply? Watercolor challenge:  Underwater Landscape Include the hashtag #underwaterworld in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group…

This week, we’re pushing creativity in a bold new direction—paint something you’ve NEVER painted before! For newer artists, this might be easier. But for those who’ve been painting for years, it could take some brainstorming! What’s one thing you’ve never painted? For me, I’ve never painted a lizard—so this week, I just might tackle that challenge.…

Let’s add some dazzle and sparkle to the group this week and paint gemstones: diamond, amethyst, emerald, sapphire, ruby, topaz, aquamarine, etc. Watercolor challenge:  Gemstones Include the hashtag #gemstones in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline May 30 2025 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Share a painting…

Illuminate your creativity!  Let’s light up the group with lamps!  Vintage lamps, modern lamps, imaginary lamps, any lamp. Watercolor challenge:  Lamps Include the hashtag #lamps in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline May 23 2025 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Share a painting of a lamp Sponsored…

Pick up your brush and explore the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of a peacock!  Think bold colors and swirling feathers.  Don’t be afraid to experiment with different styles: realism, abstract, or even a fun whimsical twist. Watercolor challenge:  Peacocks Include the hashtag #peacocks in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline…