Spring Watercolour Workshop: Glorious Tulips with Yulia Lisitsyna

Spring Tulip Watercolour Workshop

In this 1.5-hour workshop, students will explore the spontaneity of transparent watercolour washes while experimenting with fine-tipped Princeton brushes (available at Wallack’s) and Prismacolor pencils for delicate details and visual depth. Gentle layering of watercolour strokes and subtle colour mixing will help capture the freshness of tulips and the brightness of spring colours.

Beginner-friendly and easy to follow. All art supplies and materials are provided.

Duration: 1.5 hours
Time: 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Dates: Thursdays: May 14, 21, and Fridays: April 24
Materials: Strathmore watercolour paper, Princeton brushes (#0.5–#1.5), Prismacolor pencils, Van Gogh watercolour paints. 🌷🎨

About the Instructor

With over 25 years of experience as a watercolor artist, graphic, and ornamental designer, Yulia has been teaching at the Ottawa School of Art since 2016, sharing her expertise in vibrant watercolors, bold acrylics, and intricate drawings. Her artistic journey began in Moscow, Russia, where she studied Fine Art, worked as a ceramic artist, co-owned a studio, and collaborated with the Paleontological Museum. She has participated in international exhibitions across Germany, Sweden, the UK, Canada, and the US. Since 2017, she has also taught at the Glebe Community Centre and Abbotsford House. A dedicated craft-maker, she has been an artist-vendor at ByWard Market since 2016 and has showcased her work in SAW Gallery, Shenkman Arts Centre, and BlueBird Café. Passionate about traditional media, she integrates medieval patterns, mythology, and light effects into her art. She is committed to supporting Ukrainian refugees and enriching Ottawa’s artistic community.

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