The course includes seascape and mountain landscape. We will study unusual color mixtures, learn to convey all types of waves in watercolor. A special part of the class is devoted to the rules of constructing space and the ability to create depth. But most importantly, we will study techniques and methods that will allow us to saturate our works with emotions and atmosphere. Of course, you can count on individual attention from the master and personal advice.
Watercolor was practically made for landscapes. Its natural fluidity allows for seamless gradients, atmospheric washes, and sharp, textured strokes with a dry brush — all the essential tools for crafting dynamic and expressive scenes. But how do you go beyond simple washes and truly capture the depth and emotion of a landscape?
This course dives into the secrets of constructing a compelling landscape — from understanding spatial depth and layering to mastering color mixing for mood and atmosphere. You’ll learn how to guide the viewer’s eye through a composition, create a sense of scale, and use light and color to breathe life into your scene.
Beyond the basics, this course is packed with unique techniques and personal insights gathered through years of hands-on practice. Expect insider tips, creative approaches, and time-tested methods that will elevate your watercolor landscapes to a professional level.
Over 5 days of immersive learning, you’ll gain the skills to paint everything from flowing seas to towering mountains — and everything in between — while developing your own artistic voice.
About Michael Solovyev
Michael is often called a “sunny watercolorist” – his airy, transparent artworks look as though they emit the sunlight. His traditional academic art education, extensive experience as a head theater stage designer, and oil painter career now inform his priority as a watercolor artist – light. His main belief is that sometimes even a pile of rubbish with beautiful lighting can become an artwork. Michael is a watercolor artist of great renown, with exhibitions and workshops all over the world, from Bolivia to France to Australia.
Michael sees his work as an artist as exploration and observation of the world and its presentation in such way the others can see the things he saw – one of the most interesting jobs in the world. His stage designer background as provided two main insights fundamental for his subsequent watercolor artist career – understanding that the light is paramount to the art and the love for collective co-creation.
Watercolor is the most interesting medium to Michael because it is the only material on the whole planet where he is not solely responsible for the creative process. Rather than working alone, he forms a partnership with the water. Watercolor flows, permeates the medium, it exists in time as an alive being. Michael works together with the watercolor in a fascinating process of co-creation which leads to interesting outcomes. Such partnership does not exist in all other branches of visual arts.
Michael considers adrenaline and experimentation the necessities of the creative process, always challenging himself with new techniques, ideas, stories, and materials. Willingness to experiment and create led Michael to design his own line of watercolor materials and release a series of watercolor video lessons.
Rates & Enrollment
Day Student Tuition: $1,045.00
Full 5-Day Package*: $2,898.28 (double occupancy) or $3,112.12 (single occupancy)
*5-Day Workshop Package includes: Tuition for 5 full class days, 6 nights of dinner, lodging, breakfast, daily cookie and fruit breaks, unlimited coffee and tea, and welcoming wine and cheese reception. Your choice between a room to yourself (single occupancy) or bring a friend and split a room (double occupancy).
Get more information about your options to enroll here.