About this Event
Prerequisites for this Class:
This is an intermediate to advanced-level class. Beginners should not register for this class. Even if you have some painting experience, please email [email protected] before registering. The instructor will confirm whether this class is appropriate for you or if you would be better suited to start with Intro to Watercolour Painting.
CLASS MATERIALS LIST
Watercolour Paper
- Strathmore Watercolour Paper Pad
- Strathmore Toned Mixed Media Paper Pad (Tan and/or Grey)
Watercolours
- 5–7 Van Gogh Watercolour Tubes in the following colours:
- Permanent Lemon Yellow
- Azo Yellow Deep
- Vermilion
- Permanent Red Light
- Burnt Sienna
- Cobalt Blue
- Payne’s Grey
- Titanium White
Brushes
- 3–5 watercolour brushes in assorted sizes, ranging from #1 to #6
- Two fine-tipped round brushes and at least one or two larger flat brushes for broader washes and strokes
- Suggested brands: Princeton Velvetouch and/or Princeton Snap
Additional Materials
- White Acrylic Gouache
- Ecoline White Watercolour (1 bottle)
- Demco Masking Fluid (1 bottle)
- India Ink (any basic ink bottle available at Wallack’s)
Atelier of Frosty Blizzards – Winter Watercolour Series
Class Description: Advanced Watercolour Techniques: Winter Landscapes, Atmosphere & Creative Expression
Take your watercolour skills to the next level in this engaging 8-week intermediate to advanced course designed for artists with previous painting experience. Explore the versatility of contemporary watercolour through a curated collection of winter-inspired projects, combining technical skill-building with creative experimentation.
Celebrate the frost, fog, and quiet wonders of winter as you paint atmospheric seasonal scenes, from northern lights and frozen rivers to rustic red barns blanketed in snow. Develop your ability to create depth, dramatic lighting, and expressive winter atmospheres while exploring a variety of watercolour techniques and mixed media materials.
Topics covered include:
- Core watercolour techniques and water-to-pigment control
- Colour mixing with winter palettes, including Payne’s Grey, Cobalt Blue, and Burnt Sienna
- Tonal values, shadows, and atmospheric effects
- Layering and washes to create depth and visual interest
- Painting winter landscapes, frozen rivers, and snow-covered scenery
- Capturing the mood and movement of northern lights and winter skies
- Texture creation using traditional and contemporary materials
- Experimental techniques using masking fluid, white watercolour, and acrylic gouache
- Exploring mixed media through watercolour, toned paper, and complementary materials
- Composition, colour harmony, and creative expression
Throughout the course, students will create a collection of winter-inspired artworks while strengthening their technical abilities and exploring new approaches to watercolour painting. This class is ideal for intermediate and advanced artists looking to expand their creative practice, experiment with different materials, and develop greater confidence in creating atmospheric and expressive paintings.
Classroom Location:
Please Note: This class is held in our 3rd Floor Classroom.
About the Instructor
Yulia Lisitsyna is a professional artist, designer, and educator with over 25 years of experience working in watercolour, acrylic, drawing, and mixed media. Since 2016, she has taught at the Ottawa School of Art, sharing her expertise in contemporary painting techniques, composition, and artistic expression.
Originally trained in fine arts in Moscow, Yulia has worked as a ceramic artist, studio co-owner, museum artist, and exhibitor in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Sweden. Her diverse artistic background and international exhibition experience inform her unique teaching approach, which blends strong technical foundations with creative exploration.
Since 2017, Yulia has also taught workshops and courses at Wallack's Art Supplies and Framing, helping students of all levels build confidence, develop their artistic voice, and create artwork they are proud to share. Her classes emphasize experimentation, skill development, and the joy of discovering new possibilities through art.
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Wallack's Art Supplies and Framing, 305 Bank Street, Ottawa, Canada
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