Monochrome Watercolor Portrait With a Pop of Color
Paint a contemporary portrait using layered blue washes and one bold accent color.
Painting · Beginner · Free · 1 min · 1 lesson
A class by Maya Laurent
About this class
Learn how to create a contemporary watercolor portrait using a limited palette and one dramatic accent color.
In this class, Maya starts with a loose portrait drawing, builds the figure using transparent blue watercolor washes, and gradually deepens the shadows to create structure and contrast. The final bright accent introduces a completely different energy and becomes the visual focus of the piece.
This is a great exercise for learning how restrained color choices can make a painting feel more intentional.
Lessons
- Monochrome Watercolor Portrait With a Pop of Color