Are you still relying on tracing outlines of your designs before you paint?
What If I Told You That You Could...Master The Single Most IMPORTANT & OVERLOOKED Skill Artists Need To Know!
And start seeing your watercolor paintings dramatically improve in JUST WEEKS!
The truth is... I neglected learning this skill for YEARS, and I WISH I learned it sooner because it would have saved me from so much PAIN and FRUSTRATION!
Let's break it down & demystify WHY this skill is so useful!
Watch this before you scroll more - it'll answer your questions!
Now... I used to feel this way about sketching...
"I can barely even draw a stick figure"
"Sketching has never been my strong suit"
"There's no way this will make me a better painter"
The truth is... I neglected learning how to sketch for YEARS, and I WISH I learned it sooner! I found sketching finally gave me total creative freedom.
...And it can do the same for you!
'Sketching For Watercolor'
A Sketchbooks Made Simple Class!
PLUS - Get access to a recording of an exclusive, live workshop ONLY for students in this class!
Normally: $147
Get It Today: $27
Normally: $147
Get It Today: $27
+ Free Bonus: Color Mixing Masterclass & Companion eBook ($97 Value)
*All Prices Displayed Are In USD*
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Have your drawing skills ever stopped you from creating a painting you have in your mind?
Cause mine absolutely have!
And I think you can relate too, whether you realize it or not! Here are some signs that your sketching abilities are holding you back
- You struggle to figure out HOW to start a painting or drawing a new idea
- You feel like you have LOTS of ideas, but they never translate onto your paper
- You heavily rely on tracing outlines of the things you want to paint
- You struggle to come up with your own unique designs & need to follow a tutorial or guide as you paint
Listen... if you can relate to these struggles, I'm here to help!
So... How Can This Class Help?
Once you are able to understand the basics of how to sketch the things you want, you'll find yourself sketching from just about everwhere!
- Smaller paintings means less time spent on each painting!
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Flip to the next page, rather than tossing out an entire painting you don't like!
- Inspiration comes naturally, as you don't feel pressured to create an entire masterpiece!
- Explore new ideas, with the freedom to move to the next page or go back to a previous page easily!
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Have an entire book of your beautiful designs that you can always look back on or show your friends!
A class designed to get you drawing (and painting) more!
This class is perfect for any watercolor painter who has ever struggled with drawing or sketching for their paintings.
- Supply Kits: Stop worrying that you are buying the wrong materials. We will build our own sketching supply kit together!
- Exploration: The techniques I teach are designed to help you explore the creative parts of your mind that you often struggle to find on your own!
- Build Confidence: I promise your confidence will soar as you start putting some of these techniques to practice.
Not only will you feel excited about drawing & sketching more, you're going to find yourself painting even more too, as you can finally put the ideas you have to paper!
Unlike other programs and courses...
Watercolor Sketchbooks Made Simple: SKETCHING For Watercolor
focuses on how to express NEW, CREATIVE ideas on paper in a fun, loose, and approachable style.
- Introduction to the sketchbook - quick summary of sketchbooks I have created to give you a sneak peek & inspiration!
- Detailed Supplies List & Videos - simple rundown of what you need to create your very own sketching supply kit!
- Lots of Class Variety - I wanted you to leave this class able to draw & sketch nearly anything you want. Together we will learn how to draw flowers, bees, mushrooms, buildings and more!
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Photograph Reference Guides - In this class we will use photos as references, and learning how to start using those same sketching skills all from memory as well!
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Bonus Lesson - We will work with oil pastels with your sketches, which are super fun to work with!
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Exclusive LIVE Workshop Recording - You'll get access to a recording of an exclusive LIVE workshop, available only to students in this class where we sketch & paint images from the included eBook together!
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& Much More!
I’m going to show you my strategy for sketching the ideas you have in your mind that will totally change the way you create art from here on out!
at the end of this course you will..
- Understand supplies and tools
- Find your sketchbook inspiration
- Grow in creativity as your paintings won't be limited to only designs you can trace onto your paper
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Gain confidence in your ability to sketch the designs you have in your head
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Learn how to care for the sketches you create & turn them into paintings
Now Let's Talk About The Bonus Class!
When you join this class today, you’re also going to get immediate access to this incredible bonus class, absolutely free!
'Color Mixing Made Simple'
This course will walk you through practical exercises that you can use to start color mixing so that you feel confident, have courage to mix colors, and have success while you begin to plan out your own exciting color palettes!
This course will walk you through practical exercises that you can use to start color mixing so that you feel confident, have courage to mix colors, and have success while you begin to plan out your own exciting color palettes!
- 28 page, comprehensive eBook complete with all of my favorite color mixing tips!
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50+ minute mini-class & bonus tutorials, walking through the most important color mixing concepts on video together
A $97 Value!
Today with your purchase: FREE!
Watercolor Sketchbook Make Simple: SKETCHING For Watercolor
Get Instant Access To All Of These Benefits!
- Comprehensive Supplies Guide ($97 Value!): Stop overpaying for expensive, overpriced products from in person classes! Use my guide to determine what materials you should use, and get them at your art supplier of choice for a fraction of the price!
- Sketching From Reference Photos Lessons ($597 Value!): Never be limited to tracing designs for things to paint. In dozens of lessons across multiple sections in this class, we will create tons of unique, fun sketches together that can be turned into paintings! Together we will learn how to draw flowers, bees, mushrooms, buildings and more!
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Color Mixing Made Simple Masterclass ($97 Value): Avoid making the mistakes that many new beginners make when it comes to mixing colors. Start to understand the basics of color mixing, so you can get the colors you want for your paintings!
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At Your Own Pace ($$$ PRICELESS): Never again will you need to ask the instructor to repeat themselves, or wish they would just slow down while you try to apply what they just said. Go at your own pace through the course! Start, stop, pause, and replay the lessons as many times as you want, until you feel confident!
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Unlimited Access ($$$ PRICELESS): Watch the course again and again! There are no limits to how many times you can watch, and your course access will not expire! You will have the chance to truly get as much out of the class as you could ever want!
- Supportive Online Community ($$$ PRICELESS): Avoid the struggle of picking up this new hobby (or talent that you can make money from) alone, and join this supportive group of artists that are all eager to encourage you & help you improve!
A $988 Value!
Get All This For Just: $27
+ Free Bonus CLASS AND Live Workshop Recording!
Meet Your Teacher
Like you, I have struggled with endless trial and error when learning how to paint what I love, and be happy with the result. I've spent thousands of dollars on the wrong supplies and countless hours getting things wrong before I finally started to feel confident in my artistic abilities. My main goal is to help you avoid the struggles I faced when starting!
Art is my passion and being able to express my creativity daily is a blessing, it’s what I love to do for a living. My mission is to help people like me, to have the courage to unleash their own inner artist through learning and practicing new skills, whether it is painting or lettering or even starting a home based business too. Most importantly, exploring art and enjoy the process along the way.
I love creating works that inspire, and guiding people to find their own inner artist. “Passion isn’t something you can explain, it’s what you feel when you’re happiest.”
I can't wait to see you in the course! 😊
Like you, I have struggled with endless trial and error when learning how to paint what I love, and be happy with the result. I've spent thousands of dollars on the wrong supplies and countless hours getting things wrong before I finally started to feel confident in my artistic abilities. My main goal is to help you avoid the struggles I faced when starting!
Art is my passion and being able to express my creativity daily is a blessing, it’s what I love to do for a living. My mission is to help people like me, to have the courage to unleash their own inner artist through learning and practicing new skills, whether it is painting or lettering or even starting a home based business too. Most importantly, exploring art and enjoy the process along the way.
I love creating works that inspire, and guiding people to find their own inner artist. “Passion isn’t something you can explain, it’s what you feel when you’re happiest.”
I can't wait to see you in the course! 😊
Still Unsure Whether SKETCHING For Watercolor Can Help You?
Do you find yourself thinking...
- ... you want to feel even more confident in your skills & finally feel like you are in tune with that "artistic touch" that other artists seem to have
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... you are always looking for new ways to be inspired & want to be more creative in how you paint
- ... you want to avoid struggling to create colors that flow beautifully, and ending up with a muddy mess.
My goal is to radically change your mindset around art by painting and drawing in sketchbooks, and realize your own amazing, creative potential!
"I had so much fun on this dreary, rainy day following Nicki's sketchbook making tutorial!"
A Stunningly Realistic Wolf from Shei!
Lori's Beautiful Critter and Bird Paintings Speak Volumes!
"Nicki's sketch book course has definitely helped me loosen up and just create!"
"I have to say I would never had attempted something like this prior to Nicki's sketchbook class!"
"Thanks to Nicki Traikos I have just spent a lovely couple of hours painting her into the light arch. Thank you for getting my mojo back!"
"Thank you Nicki Traikos!!"
"Game changer for me, I highly recommend it!"
Ready to start your own watercolor success story?
Frequently Asked Questions
IS THIS COURSE A ONE TIME PAYMENT OR A MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION?
Watercolor Sketchbooks Made Simple: Sketching For Watercolors is a one time payment and you will never be charged monthly.
WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR THE $47?
Watercolor Sketchbooks Made Simple: Sketching For Watercolors is an online program with training videos teaching techniques simplified, inspiration guides and much more!
HOW LONG IS THE COURSE?
Watercolor Sketchbooks Made Simple: Sketching For Watercolors is 4+ hours of content! Each section is broken down into manageable video lessons so you can easily look back and review sections if needed.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
It is for anyone interested in starting to paint. Whether you are a complete beginner or someone who has tried painting before and struggled, this is an ideal place to gain success making beautiful paintings.
WHAT CURRENCY IS YOUR CLASS OFFERED IN:
All Transactions Are Processed In United States Dollars!
WHEN WILL I GET ACCESS?
You will get access immediately after purchase as this is an online painting course.
IS THERE A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE?
Yes, Watercolor Sketchbooks Made Simple: Sketching For Watercolors has a full refund policy within 30 days of your purchase. No questions asked.
DO I NEED TO BE LOCATED IN A SPECIFIC COUNTRY TO PURCHASE? No. It is all available online no matter where you live!
DOES THE COURSE EXPIRE?
You have unlimited access to the course for as long as Life I Design is around - which we hope is forever!
APPROXIMATE COST OF SUPPLIES NECESSARY?
We always recommend that you work within your own budget. Nicki will show you her recommended supply list that is a mix of student grade and professional supplies and why she chose them for the class. You can decide what to purchase once you’ve watched the supplies lesson.