Graphic Gouache:

Paint Stylized Tropical Fruit Illustrations

Learn the basics of gouache painting while creating three beautiful tropical fruit paintings

  • “Every class with Ann is a winner. This one was particularly fun whether you have years of skill or none. Totally worth your time. Beautiful experience as always.”

    - Jennifer Hadley

  • "Such and easy and fun to watch class. Great to remind that drawing can be easier just using simple shapes. Thank you for the class."

    - Renata Rocha

  • "Great class as always. I’m not a beginner but really enjoyed it as I just wanted to just lose myself in that fab painting zone! Great fun!"

    - Angela Davis

  • "Fabulous class! This sparked some great ideas for how to stylize my paintings moving forward. I also love the concept of the sparkle pass to make your paintings pop and sparkle! This was so much fun!"

    - Alayna Perrault

 In this class you’ll learn:

  • All my best tips and tricks for working with gouache

  • Three elements of design that are key to a graphic illustration style

  • How to gather and use photo references to design your art

  • The key to painting vibrant tropical fruit

  • Designing interesting shapes that still read as your subject

  • How to create sophisticated illustrations with limited color palettes

  • Ways to use negative space to help design a better composition

 

Why gouache?

Gouache is an opaque water-based paint that came into popularity in mid-century art. It's now seeing a resurgence due to its rich, matte colors and beautiful textures. I’ve spent over ten years painting with gouache, and I’m excited to share my best tips on how I use this tricky but rewarding medium to further my unique style influenced by great mid-century artists like Mary Blair and Alain Grée. 

What is graphic illustration?

Graphic illustration is a term I use to describe artwork that is more design-based – featuring bold flat shapes, limited color, and minimal rendering, resulting in a style that is both fresh and nostalgic at the same time.

 
 

Ready to learn how to paint with gouache while creating vibrant, on-trend paintings?

This class is for all levels. Whether you’ve never used gouache before or are an experienced painter, this fun class will help you level up your painting skills! Graphic Gouache: Paint Stylized Tropical Fruit Illustrations is hosted on Skillshare. New members can get one month free to check out this class and thousands of others on Skillshare!

 

Student Projects

  • Renata Rocha

  • Karina Suarez Robertson

  • Alayna Perrault

  • Elise Day

  • Angela Davis

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