Hi Joanne,

Here’s a link to the lesson you’re referring to… https://thevirtualinstructor.com/blog/pen-and-watercolor-wash-seagull. This lesson is a stand alone lesson and not part of this course. I hope this helps.

Hey Matt! In first instance the reference picture did not catch my attention, but at the moment I start drawing it and working on it I really enjoyed it.
I loved all the details and for the very first time I did not feel in a rush for ending the drawing. I enjoyed all the process! Very good exercise.

Hi Bonnie,
The purpose of the lesson is to learn so that you can apply what you learn to your own paintings and drawings. It is not to just create a picture, it is to learn through the process so that you can create your own wonderful art of whatever subject you wish. The skull is challenging. When you face challenges, you grow. Other subjects will seem “doable” since you’ve built up your confidence. You mentioned that you didn’t finish the paint tube. Was it because it was challenging or because the subject got in the way? This course is not about the subject. It is about the combination of media. The subjects are really irrelevant. I’m sure there are countless folks who have created this painting. Take what you learn and create something unique.

Thanks Mary Jo!

I can’t begin to tell you how much I am learning with this course and all of your courses. I’ve been dabbling in pen and wash with water color and the results, well, let’s just say have not been great. The detail of your I stuction is setting off many light bulbs in my head that I know will show in my hand with practice.
Thank you so very much!
Mary Jo

I am learning so much from you and hope to continue to do so. Thanks