Building with Shapes


Overcome the fear of a blank page by learning to block out loose watercolour shapes first, sketch over them, and then enhance with markers.

BUY COURSE $34

What is the course about?

Loose Urban Sketching: Shapes vs. Lines

A Step-by-Step, Beginner-friendly Course


Learn to create loose watercolour shapes as a foundation for your sketch, then refine them with markers. By the end of the class, you’ll confidently transform any blank page into a vibrant sketch.

Why do this course

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Beginner-approved

No prior experience required. Just bring your enthusiasm. 

<div class="editor-content"><p style="line-height: 1.25"><strong><span style="font-size: 1.25rem; line-height: 1.25; color: rgb(0, 0, 0)">Don't like it? Money back</span></strong></p></div>

Don't like it? Money back

No-questions-asked 14-day satisfaction guarantee.

<div class="editor-content"><p style="line-height: 1.25"><strong><span style="font-size: 1.25rem; line-height: 1.25; color: rgb(0, 0, 0)">Jam to your beat</span></strong></p></div>

Jam to your beat

Own, watch, rewind and learn at your convenience.

What are others saying

price option <div class="editor-content"><p><span style="font-size: 1.125rem">Czarina S</span></p></div>

Czarina S

What an amazing class. I never thought learning and enjoying art could be so fun. Not minding straight lines, just being in the moment, and many more great tips. Thank you, Taria! Here's mine. 

price option <div class="editor-content"><p><span style="font-size: 1.125rem">Jobel O</span></p></div>

Jobel O

This course was a bit challenging for me, but Taria’s help made a big difference. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I especially enjoyed the approach of painting before sketching.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my money back if I don't like the course?

We offer a no-questions-asked 14-day money-back guarantee, counting from the purchase date.

What will I learn?

In this class, you will learn how to overcome the fear of the blank page as artist Taria Dawson shows you how to:


  • block out loose, free-form shapes with watercolour;

  • use these shapes as a foundation for your initial sketch, and;

  • add details, make improvements, and address mistakes using coloured pencils and/or markers.

By the end of this class, you will gain the confidence to fill a blank page with spontaneous shapes, to kickstart your sketch!

How long is the course?

The entire course is about 1 hour and 40 minutes long.

What art supplies will I need?

ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES


  • Watercolour sketchbook

  • Watercolour Brushes

  • Watercolour paints

  • Waterproof fine-liner or fountain pen

  • Thicker black pen

  • Optional: India or Water-based markers

  • Optional: Acrylic paint markers

A detailed list of paints, etc. will be shared after the purchase.

I still have questions!

We're here to help. Please shoot us an email at hello@etchrstudio.com and we will get back to you as quickly as possible.

Unleash your inner Artist.

Buy lifetime access to the course.

BUY COURSE $34