Paint Loose, Expressive People using Watercolor in Just 10 Minutes
…even if you’ve never painted a person before!
Imagine if you could...
- Paint loose, expressive figures that feel alive with just a few brushstrokes
- Create simple paintings of your loved ones that leave them in awe
- Confidently mix paint to create any skin tone you want… without your colors turning into "mud"
- Sit in a café or park and quickly capture the people around you in flowing, colorful strokes (without worrying about the little details)
Why do watercolors look so easy… until you try them yourself?
When I first discovered watercolor painting, I expected it to be simple.
But my first attempts left me wondering what secrets I was missing.
The colors bled together, edges vanished, and every “fix” only made things worse. Too much water and the paint ran off the page. Too little, and I was left with a weak, streaky mess.
So I did what most new watercolor artists do:
I tried to force the paint to behave. I dabbed, scrubbed, added more layers… and watched everything get muddier and more overworked.
Sound familiar?
Here’s the thing - it’s not your fault.
Most tutorials rush into painting without teaching you how to read your paint - how it flows, when to add water, and when to stop.
Once you learn to “read” your paint… it becomes easy to work WITH watercolor instead of fighting against it.
Painting People Made Simple With The 1-3-5 Method
Painting people can feel scary or overwhelming… but it doesn’t have to be.
That’s why I developed the 1-3-5 Method - a practice method that takes the pressure off and makes learning to paint people feel doable. Think of it like stretching before a workout:
- 1 minute to capture only the most important shapes
- 3 minutes for a second, looser painting
- 5 minutes to paint your first full figure and capture the likeness of a person
The goal isn’t to paint a perfect figure...
It’s to learn about the shapes that make up a person and actually enjoy the painting process!
Working this fast helps you make quick decisions and paint with more confident strokes… so people start to look alive instead of stiff and overworked.
The skills you learn are more important than the supplies you use
Let me put this another way… if you were an aspiring author, would a new pen make you a better writer? Or would improving your writing make you a better writer?
My first set of watercolor paints cost $20 and lasted five years.
Supplies weren’t the problem. When I learned to see and mix color the right way, I began to achieve those beautiful watercolor effects - deep shadows, glowing lights, and a sense of depth.
Effects that you’ll soon learn too.
As I progressed, I started to teach students just like you. Now…
I should probably introduce myself:
Hey there, I’m Alice — a watercolor artist and instructor based in Waterloo, Canada.
For years, I’ve helped students who thought watercolor was too unpredictable or “too hard to learn” discover how simple and enjoyable it can really be.
With a background in fine art and a BFA in Painting, I’ve spent the last 5 years developing a teaching method that removes the guesswork and builds confidence with every brushstroke.
But my favorite part of teaching?
Watching that moment when watercolor finally makes sense - when the paint flows, the colors glow, and students (like you) realize they can do this!
Watercolor People
This online course gives you a simple step-by-step path to painting loose, expressive watercolor people (no previous experience required).
- Lifetime access: Learn at your own pace. Your access never expires – revisit the class anytime you need a refresher!
- Learn from anywhere: Access the class from anywhere, on any device, so you can paint whenever and wherever inspiration strikes
- Experienced instructor: I've spent the past 5 years teaching watercolor and can help you improve your painting skills
What's Inside The Course:
Module #1:
The Right Paints and Tools
Learn what paints and brushes to use… without breaking the bank. You’ll understand why you’re using certain tools - so that you can confidently create your own art.
- Tips on sourcing affordable paints to fit your style and budget
- How to hold your paintbrush for loose, easy brushstrokes
- Find the right paper (cold vs hot pressed, GSM, and more)
- Uncover painting inspiration from simple everyday moments
- A guide to where to shop and the reason why local art stores are worth visiting at least once
Module #2:
Reading Your Paint
This is where watercolor starts to feel like second nature. You’ll learn the exact water-to-paint ratios I use and when to apply them, so you can learn to work WITH your paint - no more guessing.
- How to see shapes instead of lines (and why that changes everything)
- Discover the single most effective exercise to learn how to mix exactly the shade you want
- Understand why watercolour always dries lighter than it looks when wet… and how to account for it before it ruins a painting
- Learn how to paint “wet on dry” for easy, crisp details
- Unlock the ability to control brightness using water alone
Module #3:
Color Mixing Made Simple
Most of us were taught color mixing all wrong - and that’s why so many artists end up with muddy colors and flat, lifeless skin tones. This module replaces the outdated red-yellow-blue model with a better framework and teaches you the three properties that control every color decision you will make.
- Find out why the traditional primary colors create mud and what colors to use instead (hint: look inside your printer)
- Develop the skills to mix a wide range natural-looking skin tones… without using black paint for deeper shades
- Use your phone as a free painting tool to identify why colors are flat in just a few seconds
- Learn to select tones and hues that work together as create your own color wheel from your specific paints
- Wrap your head around “warm” and “cool” colors (especially blues!)
Module #4:
Quick Gesture Painting
So this is it! You’ll get to use ALL the new skills you just learned and apply them to a final project, infusing it with energy and a life of its own. Excited yet? But wait, that’s not all - learn about the ABSOLUTE best thing you can do to continue to grow as an artist.
- Train your eyes and your brain to see like an artist
- Use the 1-3-5 Method to loosen up, beat perfectionism, and overcome the fear of the blank page
- Discover the critical difference between drawing and painting a person… and why “shadow-thinking” will immediately change your results
- Download my 1-page proportion guide that makes it easy to get proportions right without measuring everything from scratch
- Add personality and character through gesture as you paint your first people
Module #5:
Figure Painting From Life
Now it’s time to bring everything together! Paint real people – both still and moving – using simple step-by-step demos that guide you from blank page to finished painting.
- Learn the classic way to capture real-world proportions without a ruler
- How to add movement and light to your paintings
- Step-by-step methods for painting a still, live figure
- How to paint moving people in cafés, parks, or daily life scenes
- Why quick painting practice builds towards longer, more detailed paintings and how to build your painting confidence
Your Special Invitation
By the end of the Watercolor People Course you will have colorful, expressive figure paintings that you can be proud of… no matter your previous painting experience.
The course will be sold for $109.
But that’s NOT the price you’ll be paying.
You see…
The page you’re reading now is part of a beta test.
This special price is for the first 100 people who buy the course so that I can personally ensure those 100 people get the best possible result!
Because of that…
I’ll give you the course for less than HALF the price.
After that, the price will go up or I’ll pull the course off the internet altogether and you’ll never see it again.
The normal price for this course is going to be $109.
But the price for those first 100 people is only: $47
This is a one-time purchase.
You will not get any recurring charges or extra fees.
And you will have LIFETIME ACCESS to everything.
But this offer is only available for the first 100 people who purchase.
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Not to mention you'll be backed by my...
30-Day Money Back Guarantee
One email. Your money back. No questions asked.
Try the course for 30 days risk-free. Practice your watercolor painting and feel the satisfaction of turning a blank page into a painting that you can be proud of… a painting that you made!
If you feel like the course isn’t right for you…
Then I will send you a 100% refund. No questions asked.
All you need to do is send me a quick email to alex@startletsgetcreative.com within the first 30 days of your purchase and I’ll refund your entire investment.
But that's not all!
Get 3 Free Bonuses When You Join Today
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Bonus #1:
Adding Backgrounds
Three simple, no-fuss background techniques - sky washes, loose trees, and brick walls - plus the one finishing step that makes any figure feel grounded in its environment
- How to suggest backgrounds without painting every detail
- The simple way make your shadows feel like part of the painting
- Step-by-step common backgrounds using a painting that you’ve already completed
Bonus #2:
The "Starter Pack"
Get started painting faster with three free resources to kick-start your watercolor journey (a reference guide, supply shopping tips, and a sketchbook tour)
- How to easily clean your brushes the right way… without damaging delicate bristles
- The simple drying and maintenance habits that make your supplies last
- Easy storage habits to keep your paint vibrant and paper flat
Bonus #3:
Skin-tones in Different Light Conditions
Learn my quick-mix recipes for glowing, natural skin tones in different light conditions - no more muddy or flat results.
- Quick visual PDF guide: how to work with different types of light as you paint people
- The secret to layering skin tones so they glow
- How to mix natural shadows that feel soft and believable, not muddy or heavy
Lifetime access to the Watercolor Figures Course with step-by-step instructions, techniques, custom projects, and more (value: $247)
- Module 1: The Right Paints and Tools
- Module 2: Reading Your Paint
- Module 3: Color Mixing Made Simple
- Module 4: Quick Gesture Painting
- Module 5: Figure Painting From Life
- Detailed Materials List for the supplies you'll need to get started
- Lifetime access to the class - learn at your own pace
- 100% Risk-Free Money Back Guarantee
Plus these amazing bonuses:
- Bonus 1: Adding Backgrounds (value = $29)
- Bonus 2: The Starter Pack (value = $38)
- Bonus 3: Skin Tones in Different Light Conditions (value = $15)
Total Value: $329
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Special (Time Limited) Bonus
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Special Bonus
FREE Course: Drawing Your Life
Learn to draw your daily life using pen & ink... even if you've never drawn before. Normally offered for $47, join the Watercolor People Academy before the timer expires to receive the Drawing Your Life course for free.
- 5 pen & ink drawing modules: watch over my shoulder as your learn to turn ordinary, everyday moments into expressive pen & ink sketches
- Learn basic drawing techniques: shape, form, line art, shading, lighting, and perspective… with simple and easy-to-follow lessons
- Continue to build confidence in your drawing skills as you learn how to use the permanent nature of ink to beat perfectionism and self-doubt
- Use your new drawing skills to create sketches for your watercolor practice
- Bonuses: unlock bonuses that include developing your own style, adding colour to your sketches, & the basics of procreate
2 For 1: Get Everything in Watercolor People Plus The FREE “Drawing Your Life" Course
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FAQ
You will get instant access to the student portal when you complete your purchase.
Having trouble with course access? You can email alex@startletsgetcreative.com for support.
This is an online course that you can take anywhere in the world. All lessons are pre-recorded (and you’ll keep lifetime access to everything) so you can watch this course at any time.
The entire course is self-paced, and you can rewatch the videos any time. Of course, you can watch all the videos on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Forever! Once you enroll, you have lifetime access to all course materials, including all future updates. You can move at your own pace and come back any time.
Yes! This is a ONE-TIME ONLY purchase of $47. You will not be charged more, it’s not a subscription program. Once you buy the course you get lifetime access. Sweet, right?
If you want to request a refund, email alex@startletsgetcreative.com within 30 days of your purchase and you’ll get 100% of your money back, no questions asked.
You don’t have to make the final decision about participating in the course right now. Sign up to lock in the special (time-limited) offer, see if you like the course, and then make your final decision.
Of course, I can only afford this guarantee because I know how great the course is.
The Watercolor People course is for all skill levels. Even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush… or if you’re already a watercolor pro… I’m confident you will learn something new and create finished pieces that you will love.
You’ll need a few brushes, watercolor paints, and watercolor paper. All the supplies are affordable and can be ordered online or in person at your local art store. Don’t worry - I’ve included a full materials list inside the course.
No worries! You don’t need to be a pro to learn to paint with watercolors. It all comes down to the same basic skills that anyone can learn.
I will break down the process for you step-by-step with instructions you can follow at your own pace.
No problem! You can get in touch with alex@startletsgetcreative.com for any questions. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
To recap: here’s everything you get if you purchase today
Lifetime access to the Watercolor Figures Course with step-by-step instructions, techniques, custom projects, and more (value: $247)
- Module 1: The Right Paints and Tools
- Module 2: Reading Your Paint
- Module 3: Color Mixing Made Simple
- Module 4: Quick Gesture Painting
- Module 5: Figure Painting From Life
- Detailed Materials List for the supplies you'll need to get started
- Lifetime access to the class - learn at your own pace
- 100% Risk-Free Money Back Guarantee
Plus these amazing bonuses:
- Bonus 1: Adding Backgrounds (value = $29)
- Bonus 2: The Starter Pack (value = $38)
- Bonus 3: Skin Tones in Different Light Conditions (value = $15)
The Time-Limited Special Bonus: FREE Drawing Your Life Course 🖼️ (value: $47)
Total Value: $376
Get started for a one-time payment of…
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