Watercolor Challenge: Gemstones

May 23, 2025 / Diann Zimmerman
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 of a gemstone
  • Sponsored by Lisilinka, https://lisilinka.com/
  • Entries must be posted in the Facebook group: Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond
  • Include topic hashtag in your Facebook post:  #gemstones
  • You may enter as often as you want
  • Open to all countries
  • Winner is chosen randomly
  • Deadline May 30, 2025, 11:59 pm ET (New York time)
  • Winner announced June 1, 2025
  • Mediums accepted:  watercolor, watercolor pencils, gouache, water soluble graphite, water soluble inks, and mixed media as long as it includes watercolor

Here is an amethyst tutorial from Jennifer Broussard Art on her Patreon channel.  You can sign up for free 7-day trial to view the tutorial, which includes reference photo, materials used, outlines in various sizes, and step by step video.   https://www.patreon.com/posts/129573939

What is the prize?   

Our sponsor this week is Lisilinka, who make sparkling metallic watercolors, handmade in Germany, 100% vegan.  From the vibrant, high-quality pigments that shimmer beautifully on paper to the elegant packaging that adds a touch of luxury, every detail is thoughtfully crafted.  Their commitment to excellence extends beyond just the product – Lisilinka’s shipping is prompt, and their customer service is top-notch.    I speak from experience — I have bought several sets and love them all!
One random (and very lucky) winner will receive Lisilinka’s Radiant Jewel’s watercolor set which includes Ruby, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Turquoise, Peridot, Lemon Quartz and Morganite.  Very fine pigments and high pigment density.  High opacity on white and black paper.  Fast to activate with a few drops of water.   The hexagon-pans contain 20-30% more volume than a standard half-pan.
To sign up to receive 6 free tutorials:  https://lisilinka.com/
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If you have ideas to share for future challenges,

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