In this watercolor workshop DVD, E. John Robinson divides a rocky shoreline scene into manageable independent units. Rocks, waves, atmosphere, distant outcroppings, swells and foam are all addressed. He incorporates diagrams and practice exercises to help the student fully understand the process. He uses a limited palette, rough 300 pound Arches watercolor paper and just two brushes.

The workshop culminates as he paints a complete scene that combines everything you've learned into one powerful painting. His instruction is clear and complete. Anyone interested in tackling this daunting subject will feel there is real hope after viewing this workshop.

This is the essential video for all Seascape Artists, whether you live by the sea or inland. Stand on the shore with E. John as he explains how ocean waves are formed. Then using slow motion and stop-action video, observe while E. John narrates and describes in detail, how waves and foam break and spill upon the shore and rocks. Beginners though advanced artists working in any medium will treasure this workshop and Robinson's insights.

Part 1 — Introductions and Tools

Introduces you to the techniques and tools needed to paint any watercolor seascape with ease. Detailed instructions on the anatomy of waves and portraying the emotion in all of its many moods.

Part 2 — More Techniques & Full Demonstration

Continues with various techniques for capturing the roaring surf including methods of realistically depicting water, foam, and spray. Also includes full step by step demonstration.

In Seascapes in Watercolour, Robinson explains the properties of water, the transparent and translucent, and the reflective qualities, the effects of sunlight and shadow, and finally the moods water may convey. Then, with easy to follow step-by-step demonstrations he teaches how to paint specific types of water: puddles, creeks, rivers, waterfalls, lakes and ponds, harbors, and the surf. The student easily finds unlimited possibilities by combining his understanding of the properties of water with specific kinds of water. This instructional DVD has value for artists in all media and all skill levels.

If you thought it was impossible to learn to paint seascapes because the ocean just keeps moving, then you will be delighted to see that, with the guiding hand of E. John Robinson, you will quickly learn the techniques for painting all phases of the sea. Now, the Master of Seascapes shares his love of the sea and his seascape painting instructions with you on DVD! You will follow Robinson's painting of seascapes step-by-step from a color sketch to a completed painting with his easy to follow instructions.

Watercolorists and painters in any media can learn E. John’s special effects and seascape secrets! You will develop a more dramatic, convincing, and atmosphere-laden approach to seascape painting. E. John Robinson has made a lifelong study of the action of the sea and reveals the essential elements that artists need to know and to understand in order to paint the sea with authenticity. E. John shows you the wonder of the action of waves.

See how quickly your own work takes on new energy as you learn to capture the living sea, the moving sensations of nature, the dance of light, and the vast drama of the sea in motion by painting with E. John Robinson.