Loose Watercolor Roses

Learn to Paint 5 Styles of Roses with Watercolors

If you’ve always wanted to paint beautiful, loose-style watercolor roses but find yourself feeling intimidated by the process or frustrated with the outcomes, this class is for you! Join me as we learn to paint five different loose watercolor roses with easy, step-by-step instructions.

Over the years, I’ve learned many different techniques for painting roses and have fine-tuned my own processes that I’ll be sharing with you in this class. By the time you’re finished, you’ll be able to paint delicate watercolor roses like a pro!

Class Length: 58 mins

Check out the introductory video below to get a feel for the class.

What you will learn in the class:

  • What supplies you will need to paint beautiful loose watercolor roses

  • Practice exercises: painting the center of the rose, wet-on-wet technique, and how to feather your petals

  • How to paint a basic loose style rose

  • How to paint a layered rose on a white background

  • How to paint a layered rose on a colored background for greater depth

  • How to paint a loose, expressive style of rose

  • How to paint a long-stemmed rose

  • BONUS LESSON: Tips & tricks for painting beautiful loose roses with ease

What students are saying…

Priya makes painting roses fun and interesting! I loved learning how to paint these styles of roses. I look forward to more of Priya's classes.” - Lisa T.

I loved this class from Priya! Her instructions were clear and easy to follow. She is very calming to listen to. I usually don't paint too many details on my roses and this class helped me learn how to paint them with more details. I highly recommend this class and all classes from Priya!” - Brittney N.

I thoroughly enjoyed the class and watched it straight through because it was just what I wanted. Priya is an excellent teacher who gives you plenty of encouragement. I have watched many art lessons and none have been as good as this. Thanks, Priya!” - Marcia W.

“Until I found your class, I was very disappointed in how my roses were turning out. Thanks so much for your helpful techniques! I feel a lot more confident now and I've improved a lot.” - Carmen M.

Two Enrollment Options:

One-Time Purchase — $35

Receive lifetime, on-demand access to watch this course at your own pace!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The supplies you need for this class include: watercolor paper, round watercolor brushes, watercolor paint (feel free to use any kind!), jar of clean water, mixing palette, and a paper towel for removing excess water from your brushes.

  • Any time! This is a self-paced class. Feel free to watch on your own time.

  • Because of the nature of online classes, I am unable to offer refunds. If you have any questions or hesitations about the class, please contact me before purchasing and I'll be happy to help you!

Meet your teacher

Welcome! It's so nice to meet you. My name is Priya, and I'm a watercolor artist and art teacher based in Honolulu, Hawaii.

I love painting loose floral compositions and greenery, designing stationery and paper goods, creating beautiful digital patterns to use on products, and teaching beginners how to paint with watercolors!

I'm so happy to have you here. If you have any questions, please feel free to send me an email!