Explore Watercolour Painting

Purnima is a seasoned watercolour artist and educator with over 25 years of experience. Known for her vibrant art and passion for teaching, she has inspired students of all ages and skill levels. Purnima’s hands-on, personalized approach to instruction, both online and in-person, has helped countless individuals unlock their artistic potential. She also teaches as a travelling art instructor aboard cruise ships, blending her love for art and travel.

Experienced Art Instructor

Purnima’s teaching career spans from intimate studio workshops to large classroom settings. Her personalized approach and belief in art as a universal language have helped countless students unlock their artistic potential.

Remote Learning

Purnima's Online Art Classes provide a live, interactive experience where students can engage directly with her in real-time through Zoom sessions from the comfort of your own home.

Lifetime Access

With Purnima’s Online Art Classes, you receive lifetime access to recorded sessions. This means you can revisit lessons, review techniques, and continue your artistic journey at your own pace, anytime you like.

25+ Years of Experience

At Art by Purnima, every brushstroke is an invitation to explore the endless possibilities of watercolour painting.
Join Purnima on this artistic journey and discover the magic of creating art that reflects your vision and spirit.

The courses on offer are taught Live Online via Zoom and in venues throughout the year.

Watercolour Adventures Around the World

I’ve had the joy of teaching over 1,000 guests watercolour painting onboard Cunard Cruise Ships, blending my love for travel and art.

From the Panama Canal to destinations like Honolulu, Australia, the Caribbean, and Sri Lanka, each journey has inspired my creativity.

Join me in live Zoom courses and tutorials, where I share techniques to bring your artistic vision to life, whether at sea or online.

Join live Zoom class

All Levels

Watercolour Course Spring Floral Vase 4 weeks Monday Live online Zoom – 7.00-8.00 pm (BST)T)

Course Title : Water Colour 4 week Course Live Online …

£80.00

Watercolour Course Spring Floral Vase 4 weeks Monday Live online Zoom – 7.00-8.00 pm (BST)T)

1 hour
All Levels
What you'll learn
What Will You learn?
Week 1: Introduction to Techniques - Sketching
Week 2: Light, Shadow ; Colour Mixing
Week 3: Layering ; Petal Formation
Week 4: Details ; Background Elements
Week 5: Completing the Final Painting
All Levels

Watercolour Course 4 weeks Tuesday Live online Zoom 7.00-8.00 pm (GMT)

Course Title : Water Colour 4 week Course Live Online …

£80.00

Watercolour Course 4 weeks Tuesday Live online Zoom 7.00-8.00 pm (GMT)

1 hour
All Levels
What you'll learn
What Will You learn?
Week 1: Introduction to Techniques - Sketching
Week 2: Light, Shadow ; Colour Mixing
Week 3: Layering
Week 4: Details : Background Elements completing the final painting
All Levels

Watercolour Course Spring Floral Vase 4 weeks Monday Live online Zoom – 7.00-8.00 pm (BST)T)

Course Title : Water Colour 4 week Course Live Online …

£80.00

Watercolour Course Spring Floral Vase 4 weeks Monday Live online Zoom – 7.00-8.00 pm (BST)T)

1 hour
All Levels
What you'll learn
What Will You learn?
Week 1: Introduction to Techniques - Sketching
Week 2: Light, Shadow ; Colour Mixing
Week 3: Layering ; Petal Formation
Week 4: Details ; Background Elements
Week 5: Completing the Final Painting
All Levels

Watercolour Course 4 weeks Tuesday Live online Zoom 7.00-8.00 pm (GMT)

Course Title : Water Colour 4 week Course Live Online …

£80.00

Watercolour Course 4 weeks Tuesday Live online Zoom 7.00-8.00 pm (GMT)

1 hour
All Levels
What you'll learn
What Will You learn?
Week 1: Introduction to Techniques - Sketching
Week 2: Light, Shadow ; Colour Mixing
Week 3: Layering
Week 4: Details : Background Elements completing the final painting
All Levels

Watercolour Course Spring Floral Vase 4 weeks Monday Live online Zoom – 7.00-8.00 pm (BST)T)

Course Title : Water Colour 4 week Course Live Online …

£80.00

Watercolour Course Spring Floral Vase 4 weeks Monday Live online Zoom – 7.00-8.00 pm (BST)T)

1 hour
All Levels
What you'll learn
What Will You learn?
Week 1: Introduction to Techniques - Sketching
Week 2: Light, Shadow ; Colour Mixing
Week 3: Layering ; Petal Formation
Week 4: Details ; Background Elements
Week 5: Completing the Final Painting
All Levels

Watercolour Course 4 weeks Tuesday Live online Zoom 7.00-8.00 pm (GMT)

Course Title : Water Colour 4 week Course Live Online …

£80.00

Watercolour Course 4 weeks Tuesday Live online Zoom 7.00-8.00 pm (GMT)

1 hour
All Levels
What you'll learn
What Will You learn?
Week 1: Introduction to Techniques - Sketching
Week 2: Light, Shadow ; Colour Mixing
Week 3: Layering
Week 4: Details : Background Elements completing the final painting

Our valuable student's Feedback

Join at your favourite venues in person

All Levels

Watercolour workshop hands on experience BGVH 15th April 2025

Venue: Burton Green Village Hall Red Lane, Burton Green, Kenilworth …

£45.00

Watercolour workshop hands on experience BGVH 15th April 2025

3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Step-by-Step Instruction: Learn from an experienced watercolour artist who will guide you through essential techniques, helping you create vibrant and expressive watercolour paintings.
Essential Techniques: Explore various watercolour methods such as wet-on-wet, dry brushing, colour mixing, and layering to add depth, texture, and life to your artwork.
Personalised Feedback: Get individual feedback on your work, enabling you to improve your skills and develop your own artistic style.
All Levels

Watercolour workshop hands on experience BGVH 15th April 2025

Venue: Burton Green Village Hall Red Lane, Burton Green, Kenilworth …

£45.00

Watercolour workshop hands on experience BGVH 15th April 2025

3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Step-by-Step Instruction: Learn from an experienced watercolour artist who will guide you through essential techniques, helping you create vibrant and expressive watercolour paintings.
Essential Techniques: Explore various watercolour methods such as wet-on-wet, dry brushing, colour mixing, and layering to add depth, texture, and life to your artwork.
Personalised Feedback: Get individual feedback on your work, enabling you to improve your skills and develop your own artistic style.
All Levels

Watercolour workshop hands on experience BGVH 15th April 2025

Venue: Burton Green Village Hall Red Lane, Burton Green, Kenilworth …

£45.00

Watercolour workshop hands on experience BGVH 15th April 2025

3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Step-by-Step Instruction: Learn from an experienced watercolour artist who will guide you through essential techniques, helping you create vibrant and expressive watercolour paintings.
Essential Techniques: Explore various watercolour methods such as wet-on-wet, dry brushing, colour mixing, and layering to add depth, texture, and life to your artwork.
Personalised Feedback: Get individual feedback on your work, enabling you to improve your skills and develop your own artistic style.

PDF Tutorial

With Purnima’s Online Art Classes, you get lifetime access to downloadable PDF resources. These comprehensive materials include class notes, techniques, and tips, allowing you to revisit and review the content whenever you need it.

Gallery of Artwork

A collection of artwork created during our courses and workshops.

Student Reviews

See what our students have to say about their watercolour painting journey!

Drawing class

March 26, 2025

Purnima works with her class step by step. She checks back to see if any student needs help or advise before progressing. All questions are answered and she even checks homework before the next class progresses. A true teacher….

Maggi Allan

Great teaching as usual

March 26, 2025

Excellent very instructive and fun

David S

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March 26, 2025

Have just completed another Water Colour Workshop with Purnima at Burton Green Village Hall. As usual the atmosphere in the group was friendly, relaxed and fun. Purnima guided us through a complex picture stage by stage, we all learn so much and I feel that my painting is continuing to improve under guidance. I really enjoy the classes and look forward to the next one in a few weeks time.

Liz Hollman

Amazing Zoom Classes

March 25, 2025

I am doing the drawing class, and the botanical and landscape watercolor courses. I cannot believe what beautiful work I have been able to do under Purnima’s teaching. The regular feedback on Zoom has been very helpful. She is constantly teaching us new techniques and challenging us to improve. Purnima is a fun and encouraging teacher.

Theresa Peters

The Best Online Classes

March 25, 2025

I have been a student of Purnima ever since she started teaching on Zoom and have learnt an enormous amount. I enjoy the classes very much, they are fun and interesting.

Carole Pullen

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