Wrinkles and Washes: Paint a Face that Tells a Story with Charlotte Hamilton
Paint the kind of face that reminds you why you love portraiture.
In this watercolor lesson (60 mins), Charlotte Hamilton paints a portrait full of character.
Her subject is an elderly man with deep-set wrinkles, a weathered brow, and generous folds of denim. His is the kind of face that reminds you why you love portraiture.
You’ll begin with a loose sketch, then build dimension through layered washes and expressive brushwork.
Charlotte shares her intuitive approach to color mixing, balancing reds and neutrals with cool shadows and playful highlights. She finishes with a bold patterned background, a simple addition that transforms the painting’s atmosphere.
Ready to take on this joyful challenge, packed with texture, color, and personality? Let's get started!
