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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…
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…
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…
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…
Watercolor Challenge: Green Paintings
Green takes center stage this week! For the challenge, use green as the predominant color in your paintings. Painting challenge: Green Paintings Include the hashtag #green in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline March 21, 2025 , 11:59 pm ET Here are the details: Share your paintings made with predominantly…
Painting Challenge: Enter Happy Zone Sign
This week’s challenge is to paint this “Enter Happy Zone” sign. Painting challenge: Happy Zone Include the hashtag #HappyZone in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline March 14, 2025 , 11:59 pm ET Here are the details: Share your painting of this “Enter Happy Zone” sign Sponsored by Kristy Rice…
Painting Challenge: Mugs
Mugs are used in everyday life. Holding a warm mug can provide physical warmth, which is soothing and comforting. This week, let’s paint your favorite mug, or create a new mug. Different types of mugs: coffee mug, travel mug, glass mug, beer mug, any mug! Painting challenge: Mugs Include the hashtag #mugs in your Watercolor…
Painting Challenge: Windows
Windows are portals that connect us to the outside world, offering glimpses of beauty, light, and life beyond our walls. Open your creative shutters and paint a window. Painting challenge: Windows Include the hashtag #windows2025 in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 28, 2025 , 11:59 pm ET Here…
Painting Challenge: Fashion Week 2025
As the fashion capitals of the world (New York, London, Milan, and Paris) gear up for their iconic Fashion Week events, we are going to host our very own Fashion Week challenge! Design your own clothes and make your debut on the runway of Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond! Painting challenge: Fashion Week 2025 Include…
Painting Challenge: Valentine’s Day
Let’s share LOVE in our art to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Painting challenge: Valentine’s Day Include the hashtag #valentines2025 in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline February 14, 2025 , 11:59 pm ET Here are the details: Share a painting of Valentine’s art Sponsored by Louise De Masi Entries must be…
Painting Challenge: Groovy Art
Groovy art is a vibrant and expressive art movement that emerged during the 1960s and 1970s, characterized by its psychedelic colors. Playful, exaggerated fonts are often used, sometimes integrating text with the imagery in creative ways. Painting challenge: Groovy Art Include the hashtag #groovyart in your Watercolor – Beginners and Beyond Facebook group post. Deadline…