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WATERCOLOR HOUSE PORTRAITS
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House Portraits
$195
full year access
How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
COURSE OPENS SEPTÂ 1
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How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
The house we'll paint together!
What you'll learn:
Learn to create stunning watercolor portraits of homes and venues that feel both refined and meaningful. In this course, Jen Sweeney walks you through her entire process—from gathering reference images to adding those final, heartfelt details that bring a structure to life.
Whether you're new to architectural illustration or looking to sharpen your watercolor technique, this class gives you the tools to produce professional-quality work clients will treasure. Jen’s style balances technical precision with warmth, making each piece not just a portrait, but a keepsake.
You'll also get insight into her client workflow, pricing structure, and how she manages commissions with confidence and care.
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Stones, shingles, bricks... all the textures!
Imagine giving one of these as a gift!
House Portraits
$195
full year access
How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
COURSE OPENS SEPTÂ 1
00
DAYS
00
HOURS
00
MINS
00
SECS
How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
LESSON MODULES
Learn to paint beautiful Watercolor House Portraits at your own pace with 27 easy-to-follow, step-by-step lessons.
Module 1 (10 videos):
- Introduction
- Jen’s Work & Inspiration
- Supplies
- Color Palette
- Observation
- Printing Reference Photo
- Masking Fluid’ing our House
- Micron’ing
- Tracing
- Alternative if No Light Pad Available
Module 2Â (6 videos):
- Roofs
- Windows
- Shutters
- Doors
- Garage door
- Bricks
Module 3Â (8 videos):Â
- Stonework
- Siding
- Landscape
- Snow
- Water
- Miscellaneous elements
- Added Information
- Surprise Lights
Module 4 (3 videos):
- Preparing to Paint
- Painting our (or your house)!
- Other Roof Designs
Can I rewatch the lessons?
Can a beginner take this course?
What supplies do I need?
Does this class have closed captions?
Take a look at the stunning house portraits painted by past students!
Your turn to create something timeless and personal!
About Jen:
Jen Sweeney enjoyed a 30 year career as a Pediatric Nurse/Nurse Practitioner but left the medical field in 2019 to start her business J Sweeney Designs.
Calligraphy was her first love but now she’s smitten with watercolor. Known for her love of the wedge brush she continues to uncover innovative ways to use this tool. When not creating she’s likely out cycling with her husband.
@jsweeneydesigns
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