Simple Ocean Painting Workshop
Paint a peaceful ocean scene while exploring the soft colors, atmospheric light, and expressive brushwork of Romanticism and the maritime masterpieces of J.M.W. Turner.
In this step-by-step acrylic painting workshop, Ashley will guide you through creating your own Simple Ocean painting featuring an open sky, rolling ocean waves, and the peaceful beauty of the sea. Along the way, you'll explore ideas inspired by Turner's atmospheric approach to light, color, and movement.
You'll learn how to paint an expressive sky and ocean, create waves and water textures, use color and value to create depth and atmosphere, and layer acrylic paint to capture the feeling and movement of the sea.
What You'll Learn
- How to paint a peaceful ocean and sky
- How to create waves and water textures
- How to use color and value to create depth and atmosphere
- How to layer acrylic paint to build dimension
- How to use expressive brushstrokes to capture movement in the water
- How to create soft atmospheric effects with color
- How to add details that bring an ocean scene to life
- How to create a sense of light and distance in a seascape
- About Romanticism and J.M.W. Turner's approach to light, color, atmosphere, and the sea
Make It Your Own
Your painting doesn't have to look exactly like Ashley's.
Follow along step by step, or use what you learn to experiment with your own colors, textures, brushstrokes, and creative choices. Change the colors of the sky and water, make the waves calm or dramatic, or create your own version of a peaceful ocean scene.
Learning to paint is also learning to trust your own creative choices.
Your Workshop Includes
- 🎨 Full Step-by-Step Workshop Video — Paint along with Ashley from beginning to end.
- 🖼️ Printable Reference Photo — Keep the finished painting nearby as you work.
- ✏️ Printable Traceable — Get started with confidence without worrying about drawing the scene perfectly.
- 🎨 Color-Mixing Lesson — Learn how to mix the colors used in the painting.
- 🖌️ Art Lesson — Learn the painting concepts and techniques behind the project.
- 📋 Supply List — Know exactly what you'll need before you begin.
- 📖 Step-by-Step Written Instructions — Have a guide to refer back to as you paint.
- 💬 Project Discussion — Explore the painting and the creative choices behind it.
- 🎨 Bonus Mini Art Lesson — Learn about Romanticism and J.M.W. Turner's approach to painting the sea, light, and atmosphere.
Workshop Details
Format: Downloadable PDF + Online Workshop Video
Video Length: 60+ minutes
Skill Level: Beginner
Recommended Age: 12+
Language: English
Access: Paint at your own pace and return to the workshop whenever you like.
Ready to Paint?
Grab your paints, settle in, and let's create a peaceful ocean together.
