Rebecca Rhodes Art
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Beginners and Challenging Yourself
I hope you are well! Read on for tutorial updates and opportunities. Persian Cat is Coming I am presently editing video - the tutorial is coming soon - A soft, pale blue background with delicate fur. I will email when the tutorial is ready for you to paint! Beginners: Watercolor Animal Week Are you just starting out in watercolor? Do you yearn to paint realistic animals? From July 14 - 18, 2025, I will present short lessons especially for beginners. By the end of the week, you will have begun...
Learn to Paint Animals in 5 Days! Watercolor for Beginners
Hello Friends, An opportunity for beginners is coming in July! Do you yearn to paint realistic animals but aren't sure if you can do it? Do you hold back, thinking you don't have natural talent? Is the thought of getting started overwhelming? You are not alone! As a beginner, I had the same concerns. Many of us have been there. Let's do something about it! Watercolor Animal Week for Beginners! From July 14 - 18, 2025, I will present a week of short lessons for beginners. By the end of the...
New Tutorial! Upcoming Opportunities
Hello Friends, Today, we've got a new tutorial, plus upcoming opportunities. New: Terrier in Watercolor This dog tutorial is ready for you to watch and paint! A self-guided video tutorial to complete at your own pace. Length of tutorial - about 3 hours, depending on your pace Downloadable drawing, materials list, reference photo included. This tutorial is found inside the Membership. In addition, you can purchase the individual course or get access for 14 days. Explore the Tutorial How to...
Horse Study and a Workshop Tomorow
Hello Friends, Today's we've got a new tutorial and a workshop tomorrow! New: Brown Horse Study How do I mix and layer colors? Create veins and textures? Begin here before diving into a full painting! A self-guided video tutorial to complete at your own pace. Downloadable drawing, materials list, reference photo included. This tutorial is found inside the Membership, purchase the individual course or get access for 14 days. Explore the Tutorial How to access tutorials inside the Membership:...
Next Week, Breaking out of our Comfort Zone
February has flown by in a flurry of snow and ice (at least, here in PA.) Welcome March! I'm learning that it's easier to move through the winter months by having goals, and sometimes getting out of my comfort zone. Here's an update .... Next Week: Two Opportunities You want to paint your pet, but have no clue how to get started. This workshop will provide answers! Length: About 1 to 1.5 hours. Live broadcast or watch the replay. $12.00 We will discuss how to prepare for a strong start to...
Next Wednesday!
Hello Friends, You are receiving this message because you have enrolled in our March 5 "Planning Your Painting" workshop. We are one week away! When, Where, How When: The workshop will presented as a live broadcast Wednesday, March 5 at 11 am NYC time. Where: Watch the live broadcast and the replay video on the workshop page. If you can't be there live, it's ok. You can watch the lesson replay until March 20. How to find the workshop: Go to https://rebeccarhodesart.com/ and login with your...
Preparing your Watercolor Paper to Avoid Headaches!
Hello Friends, We have had a recent discussion in our Facebook group about the conundrum of buckling watercolor paper and how to avoid it. When you prepare your paper in advance, you can avoid the frustration of wrinkling paper! Every artist has their favorite method for preparing the paper. Here is mine, in a nutshell. We are going to discuss this, and other items of preparation in our March 5 workshop, "How to Plan Your Painting." Avoid Headaches - Prepare your Paper Size of watercolor...
Three Workshops Open Today
Hello Friends, Lots happening behind the scenes! Today, doors open to purchase 3 upcoming workshops. Scroll lower to learn more and mark your calendar for even more opportunities. Plus, you can learn to paint a kestrel in watercolor! Workshops: Purchase Begins Today Wednesday, March 5: How to Plan your Painting ($12.00) We will discuss how to prepare for a strong start to your painting, including: Finding photos Selecting a size Deciding on the layout of you painting Choosing colors Creating...
New Tutorial, Workshop Reminders
Hello Friends, Today, we've got a new tutorial, plus some reminders of upcoming opportunities. New Tutorial: Kestrel Your kestrel tutorial is ready for you to view and paint! A self-guided video tutorial to complete at your own pace. Length of tutorial - 2 to 3 hours, depending on your pace Downloadable drawing, materials list, reference photo included. This tutorial is found inside the Membership. In addition, you can purchase the individual course or get access for 14 days. Explore the...
Kestrel, Learning Styles, Workshops
Hello Friends, It's funny how we all learn differently. Some of us like self-paced tutorials. Others need a little more help and feedback. Whether you prefer workshops, moving at your own pace, or learning with a group of fellow artists, I hope the opportunities listed below will be helpful! Scroll lower to learn more. Coming Feb. 7 Kestrel Tutorial This will be a self-paced tutorial. I am presently editing video (and very much enjoying it!) Release Date: This tutorial will be ready for you...
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