Want to add some new leaves into your loose watercolor bouquets, wreaths, and paintings? This is a great place to start! If you want to feel more confident painting leaves and foliage right into your paintings, this is the class for you! In this short, beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to paint five freehand leaf shapes using simple brushstrokes you can use in any floral composition. In just under 30 minutes, you’ll practice the foundational thin-to-thick strokes that help leaves look natural and flowing, all without any sketching required and then paint five different leaf types including serrated edge leaves and lobed leaves. This is a fun, low-pressure class designed to help you loosen up, build brush confidence, and understand how to shape leaves with intention instead of guesswork. Whether you’re new to watercolor or want a quick creative warm-up, you’ll walk away with leaf styles you can use again and again in bouquets, wreaths, seasonal pieces, and everyday paintings. Inside This Class You'll Learn How to build confident brush control using thin to thick strokes that create expressive, consistent leaf shapes you can use in any floral painting. How to paint five essential leaf styles and adapt them for eucalyptus, rose leaves, wild foliage, and countless other botanical designs. How to create depth and movement through color variation, soft blends, and simple shading techniques that bring your foliage to life. What’s Included This on demand lesson includes one step-by-step video that is about twenty nine minutes long. You’ll learn five different leaf styles and essential brush techniques you can apply immediately to your floral paintings. Lifetime access is included so you can revisit the lesson anytime for a quick creative warmup or a refresher on loose foliage. Is This Class Right for You? This class is perfect for beginners who want a simple, enjoyable introduction to loose watercolor foliage. It’s also great for anyone who wants to strengthen their brush control or add more variety to the greenery in their floral paintings. If you’ve ever felt stuck painting the same leaf shape over and over, or if you want leaves that feel more natural and expressive, this class will be an ideal fit. You’ll finish with five go-to leaf styles and the confidence to design branches and greenery for any floral project. Supplies You’ll Need You’re welcome to use supplies you already have. For best results, we recommend using 100 percent cotton, high-quality watercolor paper, since it makes the biggest difference in your painting experience. You’ll also need a couple of round watercolor brushes and a selection of paints you enjoy using. If you’re looking for specific recommendations, you can find Alex’s favorite supplies at alexkincaidart.com/supplies. Questions? Feel free to reach out to [email protected] and we'll be happy to help! Keep scrolling for some important information on how your class is delivered, your next steps, and some frequently asked questions.
