Watercolour Ornamental Border

Who is this for?

This workshop is designed for anyone who loves detailed and decorative art. Whether you’re a complete beginner curious about watercolours, an intermediate artist looking to refine your skills, or a designer who wants to incorporate ornamental borders into your work, you’ll find it valuable. It’s also perfect for anyone who enjoys painting as a creative escape and wants to learn the timeless beauty of floral and acanthus designs in an easy, step-by-step way.

1. Materials & Palette Guide
We’ll begin with a walkthrough of the essential watercolour materials and the exact colour palette needed. This ensures you’re fully prepared before starting, with the right brushes, paper, and shades.

2. Full Border Design
You’ll receive a complete ornamental border design to work with. This serves as the base layout, so you draw with ease.

3. Step-by-Step Flower Painting
Next, we’ll paint the flowers together in a guided, step-by-step approach. You’ll learn how to layer colours, build depth, and capture delicate details in each petal.

4. Scrolls & Acanthus Tutorial
We’ll also practice scrolls and acanthus motifs — classic ornamental elements. I’ll show you how to shape, shade, and enhance them to achieve an elegant, decorative look.

5. Paint-Along with Detailed Guidance
Throughout the workshop, you’ll be able to paint along with me. Every step is explained in detail, making it easy to follow, no matter your skill level. By the end, you’ll have your own beautifully finished ornamental border.

Why join this workshop?

Because you’ll learn step by step, paint along with me, and create your own beautiful ornamental border. You’ll discover watercolour techniques, master floral and acanthus motifs, and finish with a stunning artwork you’ll be proud of.