Description

Workshop: Gouache Landscape Painting

Instructor: Steve Ko

Workshop:  Gouache Landscape Painting

Instructor: Steve Ko

Date: March 10th 2026

Time:  9:30- 4:00 pm, 1 hour lunch break

Rate: 

$125.00 VAL Member price

$150.00 Non-VAL member

Maximum: 12 attendees

Discover the beauty of gouache and learn how to capture luminous landscapes with bold color and expressive brushwork! In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore essential gouache techniques — layering, blending, opacity control, and color mixing — to create dynamic, atmospheric scenes inspired by nature.

You’ll learn how to simplify complex scenery, balance composition, and use gouache’s unique matte finish to bring depth and harmony to your artwork. Whether you’re a beginner curious about this versatile medium or an experienced painter looking to refine your technique, this workshop will help you elevate your landscape painting skills.

What you’ll learn:

How to mix vibrant colors and control values in gouache
Techniques for painting skies, trees, water, and light effects
Balancing composition and perspective in landscapes
Finishing touches for a professional presentation

Materials to prepare:

One 16” x 20″ thick illustration board (cold press) – please tape the edge of the board on drawing board so it won’t warp when water is applied.
Gouache paint set (12 or 24 set in tube – or choose what fits your budget)
Soft brushes (small, medium, large sizes)
A reference landscape picture (make sure there is a sense of perspective, lighted areas and shadow areas on the ground)

BIO

Steve Ko is an internationally known portrait artist and a teacher who is driven by an incredible passion for creating art works in old master’s style such as John Singer Sargent.  His works are often noted for their unique style, elegance, and technique.

Steve has developed his artistic ability at Art Center College of Design in  California under the guidance of masters such as Burne Hogarth, Harry Carmean, Gary Meyer, and Steve Huston.

His use of vibrant colors and unique brush strokes makes his work an excellent choice for a wide range of projects and purposes.

His use of vibrant colors and unique brush strokes makes his work an excellent choice for a wide range of projects and purposes.

Steve is accomplished in using traditional methods as well as modern technique.  His first picture book – “The Wherewolf?” – reveals his talents well.

With years of experience, Steve promises to make your portrait painting something to be treasured for generations to come.

Steve is a member of Portrait Society of America and lives in Dallas, Texas with his wife, Hanna, his beautiful two sons, and a little princess Ariel.

Refund & Cancellation Policy:

• If VAL must cancel for any reason, payment will be refunded.
• Full refunds granted 30+ days before the Workshop Start Date.
• No refunds granted less than 30 days before the Workshop Start Date.