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Van Gogh - Sunflowers painting by Diann

Painting Challenge: Van Gogh

To honor Van Gogh’s birthday (March 30), this week’s challenge is to recreate any Van Gogh painting. Painting challenge:  Van Gogh Include the hashtag #vangogh in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline April 5, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Paint any Van Gogh painting Sponsored by…

coneflower

Painting Challenge: Spring Flowers

Springtime brings forth a kaleidoscope of colors, from daffodils and tulips to cherry blossoms and daisies.  This week’s challenge is to paint spring flowers.  Painting challenge:  Spring Flowers Include the hashtag #springflowers in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline March 29, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details:…

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Painting Challenge: Butterflies

Butterflies have immense significance, symbolizing transformation, beauty, and freedom.  This week’s challenge is to capture the beauty of their delicate wings and vibrant colors. Painting challenge:  Butterflies Include the hashtag #butterflies in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline March 22, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Paint…

Girl with Pearl Earring - original cropped

Painting Challenge: Girl with a Pearl Earring

We are doing another famous portrait painting challenge.  (do you remember how much fun Mona Lisa was last year?) For this challenge, paint the Girl with a Pearl Earring, by Johannes Vermeer in the 17th century. Painting challenge:  Girl with Pearl Earring Include the hashtag #pearlearring in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group…

2024-03-01 Song Title - Graham Berry

Painting Challenge: Song Title

Express your interpretation of song titles through watercolor.    Let your painting become a visual harmony that resonates with your chosen song. Painting challenge:  Song Title Include the hashtag #songtitle in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline March 8, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Select a…

Paint this using your non-dominant hand

Painting Challenge: Paint this ref photo with non-dominant hand

Get ready to push your boundaries!  In solidarity with our moderator, Jennifer Elaine, who recently sprained her dominant wrist and the many people who are stroke survivors, we challenge everyone to paint the same reference photo with your non-dominant hand. Dare to step out of your comfort zone.  Let your non-dominant hand guide your brush,…

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Painting Challenge: Lemons

When life give you lemons… paint them!   Painting challenge:  Lemons Include the hashtag #lemons in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 23, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here are the details: Paint a lemon Sponsored by Debbie Friis-Pettitt, Watercolors that Glow Entries must be posted in the Facebook group:…

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Painting Challenge: Valentine’s Day

For this week’s challenge… get ready to immerse yourself in the world of love!   Paint hearts, roses, Valentine’s Day cards, any painting that captures the essence of love! Painting challenge:  Valentines Day Include the hashtag #valentines2024 in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 16, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET     Here…

denver downtown

Painting Challenge: City Life

For this week’s challenge… capture the essence of bustling streets, towering skyscrapers, and the lively energy that only a city can offer.  Whether it’s the hustle and bustle of commuters, the colorful cityscape at sunset, a sidewalk cafe, or the hidden corners of urban life, user your imagination and bring the spirit of the city to…

niagara falls

Painting Challenge: Waterfalls

Immerse yourself in the beauty and power of cascading water.  Whether you prefer a realistic approach or want to explore a more abstract interpretation, let the flowing water inspire you! Painting challenge:  Waterfalls Include the hashtag #waterfalls in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 2, 2024 , 11:59 pm ET …