VIEW-Anna Ivanova

``How to paint white`` in Watercolor by Anna Ivanova

Class Information

What can be more difficult, struggling and fascinating to paint than white? White is not a color, it’s a symphony of colors!
During the 2 classes we will learn how to paint:
1. a white dress of a ballet dancer with a simple background.
2. a very bright figure in a snowy background
I will talk about my technique, time values and light aspects. We will work step by step. I will paint and explain everything before giving you time to do your part. I will also give you continuous feedback”.

The class is live and interactive on ZOOM

Dates: May 21-22 from 9am-1pm Pacific Time 

Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Participants: Max 20

Medium: Watercolor

Price: $198 for 8 hours

Class Format

The Class is live on ZOOM

  • A host from the VIEW Academy will facilitate the meeting, admitting you if you connect late, helping you with technical problems, etc…
  • The V.I.E.W. workshop is live, interactive and hands-on
  • Anna will demonstrate step by step,  breaking up the process in manageable steps, giving you time to paint during the live session
  • You will be able to ask questions directly to Anna
  • You will be able to show your work to Anna to get personal feedback and critique
  • You will enjoy interactivity with fellow participants
  • You can keep the recordings of the class forever

What you will learn in this Class

  1. The wet-on-wet technique
  2. How to make strong color and tone in one layer
  3. How to use tone values to create a 3D effect on paper
  4. How to make a saturated and deep in tone final wash

Biography-Anna Ivanova


Anna Ivanova is an artist with big creative potential in the world of watercolor. She is a master  in watercolor of such a themes like ballet, portrait, still life and animalistic.

She won a numerous awards in watercolor and took part in the most prestigious exhibitions such as Shanghai International Watercolour Biennial 2012 (Excellence award), the Biennial of St.Petersburg Watercolour society, «Re- interpretation 2015», China 2015, Taiwan World Watercolor exhibition 2017 (excellence award), Taiwan, The Young artists watercolor exhibition 2017, China among others.

Anna had the honor to be a leader of Russia in watercolor at the exhibition «Fabriano in Acquarello», Italy 2015, Large Size Watercolor Competition, Mexico 2016 (Golden medal) , participant of  The International Watercolor Biennial “Large format”, Serbia  2017-2019.

Anna also had exhibits:

  • in Brioude International Watercolor Biennial.  – France 2017-2019
  • the international watercolor exhibition “Watercolor masters” Russia 2018
  • the international watercolor exhibition  «World of modern watercolor» Russia 2021

Samples of Anna Ivanova's Art

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Testimonials from our VIEWers

“You will be totally hooked on V.I.E.W after taking your first class. The quality and breadth of instructors and lessons is impressive, and the customer service is exceptional.”

Sandy G.

“Love, love love your online classes! I’ve done five so far and have really enjoyed them all.  I feel my work has improved a lot thanks to your online workshops. You do the BEST job facilitating these workshops. I love the pace, and the instructors are all so willing to stop and help students!”

Arlette T.

“Jackie, the courses and quality of instructors you have cultivated through French Escapade V.I.E.W. is world-class. You do such a great job hosting the program — you are on top of your game with production quality, responsiveness with quick replay links, and also announcing upcoming events to students. A side benefit is your fun, wickedly sharp and entertaining sense of humor. Keep up the great work. I’m not surprised that V.I.E.W. is expanding and doing so well!”

Sandy G.

The Price of US $198 for 8 hours includes:

  • Documents to help prepare for the class
  • Personal feedback during the class
  • The access to our VIEW Facebook page so you can share and communicate with the VIEW Academy community of artists and teachers.
  • The recordings of the class that you can keep forever
  • If you can’t attend, you can buy the recording only (same price).
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