ONLINE CLASS HELD ON ZOOM taught by Lisa Christensen of Watercolor Cards
October 27th, 7 pm CST/6pm MDT
90 mins (with Q&A)
OPTIONAL PALETTE: National Parks palette will be used and can be purchased here:
National Parks Palette – 18 Half Pan Handmade Watercolorsal Parks Palette | BrighterDayPigments
Or this class can be done with any palette.
ZOOM LINK will be emailed after purchase.
Beginner Watercolor: Relax, Explore & Paint with Confidence Discover how calming, creative, and approachable watercolor can be in this fun, exploratory beginner class. Whether you’re brand new to painting or returning after a long break, this session is designed to help you feel comfortable starting a watercolor practice of your own—one you can use for relaxation, mindfulness, or simple everyday joy. By the end of class, you’ll walk away with foundational watercolor skills, a better understanding of how the medium behaves, and the confidence to paint freely on your own. What We’ll Explore Together Mindfulness Watercolor Gentle, grounding exercises that help you slow down, breathe, and enjoy the process. Color Theory Learn how colors interact and how to build simple, harmonious palettes. Pigment‑to‑Water Ratio Understand transparency, saturation, and how to control the flow of watercolor. Wet‑into‑Wet Techniques Create soft blends, dreamy transitions, and fluid shapes. Dry Brush Add texture, detail, and expressive marks. Brush Handling & Mark Making Practice pressure, movement, and strokes that bring personality to your painting. Loose & Fluid Watercolor Embrace spontaneity and learn how to paint without overthinking. Class Objective To help you feel comfortable beginning your own painting practice—one that supports creativity, relaxation, and mindfulness. You’ll leave with new skills, fresh ideas, and the confidence to paint independently.
About Lisa:
For Lisa Christensen, watercolor is a way of listening to the natural world. Every leaf, every creature, every quiet moment outdoors carries a story—and she paints to honor those stories. Her soft, expressive brushwork and vibrant color choices reflect how she feels when she’s fully present in nature’s beauty. Lisa’s paintings often explore the relationship between plants, animals, and people, revealing how deeply connected we are. Her work has been featured in Plein Air Festivals, Art for the Wild with Blank Park Zoo, and the Iowa Watercolor Society. With a background in Graphic Design, Photography, Illustration, and Social Media Marketing, Lisa earned her Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees from BYU–Idaho. These studies taught her the value of slowing down, observing, and letting inspiration rise from real experiences outdoors. Lisa believes everyone is creative—and that creativity is a powerful source of happiness. Her artwork embraces emotion, celebrates meaningful moments, and encourages others to find joy in creating
