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A watercolor teacher - The CreativeMindClass Blog

Aug 6, 2022

"You'll frequently hear me sing variations of this phrase as I instruct: we go from large to small,meaning larger brush to smaller brush, loose to tight, light to dark. It's key to begin with excitement and joy by following a loose outline but let the piece speak back to you where it would like you to go."

Watercolor painting tips:

  • From big to smaller brush
  • Change from loose to tight moves
  • Go from lighter to darker colors
An Amarylis Henderson hand illustration of flowers. Paper on a table with creative accesories: markers, paints and a color palette.

My personal background

"I was that shy girl in the back of the class, drawing in her sketchbook. Nothing has changed in the last few years. There was a time when I felt an artistic burnout, however having a baby brought me back to the art of watercolor. I rediscovered myself through combining my art and religious practice. I created "Watercolor Devo's." The work inspired me to becoming a creative instructor as well as a full-time artist."

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What would you say about the style of your watercolor?

"I am unable to resist the fun, bold or bright pink. An element of old-fashioned quirk or tension in the visual is usually my primary focus when working. Most importantly I love bringing all the best watercolor on the paper, letting it flow in vivid bleeding and bold shades."

Amarylis Henderson digital illustration.
A Amarylis Henderson hand drawing of a dog. Paper on a table with creative accessories: , paints, brushes, as well as the color palette.

There is a collection of Amarylis's watercolor paintings along with books and other items at her website watercolordevo.com . Those who love the world of watercolor and are looking to improve the art of watercolor will appreciate this tutorial on painting using watercolor! And it's FREE. watercolordevo.com/guide

An Amarylis Henderson hand illustration of strawberries. A closeup on a hand holding the illustration. A color palette in the background..

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