In this Whimsical Houses watercolour workshop, we’ll begin with real-life inspiration — simple photos of everyday homes and buildings — and nudge them off the straight and narrow. Rooflines may tilt, windows might stretch or shrink, chimneys could lean. Before long they’ll be, full of fun, whimsical personality.
Using watercolour, you’ll explore loose, expressive colour to bring your new buildings to life, then add character and detail with fine black pen, suggesting wonky bricks, trailing vines, crooked doors and all the charming imperfections that make a house feel alive. This workshop is less about precision and more about play. You’ll be guided through techniques that help you loosen up your drawing, trust your instincts, and embrace a slightly quirky way of seeing.
By the end, you’ll have created your own whimsical house illustration and will go home with a soft spot for crooked chimneys and stories tucked behind tiny doors.
Renata is a Perth-based award-winning artist and teacher who has taught watercolour classes for over 25 years. She has also led a number of travel sketching tours to various parts of Australia. Renata is a member of the Watercolour Society of WA, she is passionate about watercolour, and she enjoys spending time showing other artists how she approaches watercolour painting with her own unique style. Renata’s teaching methods are fun, clear, and suitable for artists of all skill levels.