About the Course

Join renowned artist Alex Hillkurtz on a six-part watercolor journey across Europe. From bustling Parisian cafés to the serene canals of Amsterdam, you will learn expressive watercolor and mixed-media techniques while capturing the unique light, architecture, and atmosphere of Alex's favorite destinations.

WHAT YOU GET

6

6 Recorded Live Classes

Demo Image

Artist Samples

Reference Photo

Download and Paint

Homework

Clear Instructions

COMMUNITY & ACCESS

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Materials List

• Paper Type: 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper (Essential for absorption and light reflection). Weight: 300 gram (140 lb). Brands Mentioned: Arches, Canson, or similar high-quality brands. Format: Portrait (Vertical) orientation for this specific session.
• Drawing Tools: Pencil: Mechanical pencil with 4B lead (soft lead for sketching). Pen: Fine liner pen (0.2mm size) for architectural details and texture at the end.
• Palette & Paints: Alex primarily uses Daniel Smith watercolors. He uses a metal folding palette (Holbein). Please check the detailed materials list for each lesson on the lesson pages.

About Your Instructor

Alex Hillkurtz

From the bustling studios of Hollywood to the quiet cobblestone streets of Paris, Alex Hillkurtz has lived the artist's dream.

His journey from renowned storyboard artist for films like "Argo" and "Almost Famous" to watercolor master in the City of Light is one of passion, dedication, and artistic evolution. Now teaching from his charming Paris studio, Alex combines his cinematic eye for composition with the timeless techniques of European watercolor masters. His approach captures not just the architecture of Paris, but its soul - the way morning light dances on ancient stones, the romantic shadows of café awnings, the gentle flow of the Seine. "Paris taught me that watercolor isn't just about technique - it's about capturing a feeling, a moment in time. Every brushstroke should tell a story." - Alex Hillkurtz Through his courses, Alex shares not just technical skills, but the romantic vision that makes watercolor painting so enchanting. Whether you're sketching your first Parisian café or mastering advanced architectural techniques, Alex guides you with the patience of a master and the heart of a dreamer.