Paint a Hopeful New Year Portrait with Lorraine Simonds

It’s a new year, and with it comes a sense of renewal and possibility that artist Lorraine Simonds explores beautifully in this lesson (111 mins).

Lorraine is a watercolor artist whose expressive portraits depict the unique humanity of her subjects.

A juror for the Women in Watercolor International Competition, she draws on a diverse artistic background and global influences to create works celebrated for their depth and emotional resonance.

In this lesson, Lorraine shares her full process of painting a floral portrait that evokes growth and hope. Let's get started!