Watercolor Coffee Mug Tutorial
Paint a Coffee Cup Still Life – Learn Reflections, Shadows & Shine
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What You’ll Learn
- How to simplify a still life scene and sketch with confidence
- Techniques to create smooth washes and soft shadows
- Tips for painting curved reflections and shiny highlights
- How to control value and edges to create realism without overworking
Why This Tutorial
A simple coffee cup becomes your best teacher! This piece is ideal for anyone wanting to get better at painting what they see—especially reflections and shape. It’s a fun, approachable way to explore how light, contrast, and soft edges work together to create realism. And best of all? You’ll finally understand how to break it down without getting overwhelmed.
Who Is This For?
This tutorial is perfect for beginner and intermediate watercolor artists who want to:
- Learn the fundamentals of still life painting
- Feel more confident painting reflective objects and shadows
- Practice control with values, highlights, and softened edges
- Enjoy a calming, step-by-step painting experience that demystifies still life
Materials You’ll Need
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FAQs
What if I can’t draw?
You do not have to be able to draw. I supply you with the line drawing image so you can trace it directly onto your watercolor paper.
Do I need any prior experience in painting to take your courses?
You do not need prior experience. I walk you through each course, step by step, with in-depth instruction.
Are the courses self-paced or scheduled at specific times?
They are self paced. You will find that I break each course down into workable time periods. Giving you breaks between courses so you can move as fast as you choose.
What makes your watercolor painting courses unique or different from others?
I explain the how, why and when, for all the techniques I use in my courses. I don’t bombard you with a lot of colors to have for each painting. You will use a limited amount of colors with each course. This makes the process easier for people who do not have a lot of supplies, and it helps you to have a better understanding of how to mix colors on your palette and on your paper.
Money Back Guarantee
Once you have purchased a course. You have 30 days to receive a refund. After 30 days or if you have completed 50% of the course, the money back guarantee is no longer valid.
What do I need to get started with watercolor painting?
There are few supplies you will need to get started. A minimum of three primary colors. I recommend, Nickel Azo Yellow, M. Graham, Quinacridone Rose, M. Graham, and Phthalo Blue (red shade) M. Graham. Watercolor Brushes, sizes 0-2-4-6-8, SilverWhite brushes are an affordable brand, and watercolor paper, 300 lb, cold press, Arches or Fabriano Artistico. It is a good idea to have transfer paper as well.