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Watercolor Challenge: Gemstones

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…

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Watercolor Challenge: Lamps

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…

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Watercolor Challenge: Peacocks

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…

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Watercolor Challenge: Continuous Line Still Life

Benefits of continuous line drawing:  improves hand-eye coordination, encourages you to focus on shapes and not details, promotes fluidity in your drawings resulting in more expressive artwork, and can help you let go of perfectionism and embrace imperfections.  And it is fun! Watercolor challenge:  Continuous Line Still Life Include the hashtag #oneline in your Watercolor…

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Watercolor Challenge: Bicycles

Why ride a bicycle?  It helps improve overall fitness, can reduce stress, is eco-friendly transportation, and allows for exploration of new areas and experiencing nature up close.  So let’s paint one! Watercolor challenge:  Bicycles  Include the hashtag #bicycles in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline May 2, 2025 , 11:59 pm…

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Watercolor Challenge: Earth Day

The Earth is our home, a wonderful tapestry of diverse landscapes, vibrant life, and breathtaking beauty. As stewards of this incredible planet, it’s our responsibility to cherish and protect it. Tap into your creativity and love for our planet as you paint lush forests that provide us with clean air, sparkling oceans and rivers that…

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Watercolor Challenge: Tulips

Tulips are known for their vibrant colors and graceful shape, symbolizing love and passion in various cultures.  Originating from Central Asia, tulips became particularly popular during the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century.  Their resilience and ability to thrive in various climates symbolize perseverance and renewal, making them a perfect representation of hope and…

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Watercolor Challenge: New York City

New York City is more than the impressive skyline and tall buildings.  The essence of NYC is in the pedestrian crossings, the street signs, the café tables, the doorways.  Let’s celebrate the beauty and energy of New York City. Watercolor challenge:  New York City Include the hashtag #nyc in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond…

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Watercolor Challenge: Musical Art

Musical Art – paint any musical instrument, with or without the musician Painting challenge:  Musical Art  Include the hashtag #musicalart in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline April 4, 2025 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Share paintings of musical instruments, with or without the musician Sponsored by…

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Watercolor Challenge: Breakfast

Before you eat breakfast, paint it! Painting challenge:  Breakfast Include the hashtag #breakfast in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline March 28, 2025 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Share paintings of your breakfast Sponsored by Matthew White, Watercolor Essentials Course Entries must be posted in the Facebook…