Ready to build your painting skills &
unlock your creative potential?
Painting is not just a hobby or a profession. It is a way to attain personal growth, to find happiness and fulfilment, and nurture the mind that wants to explore and be creative.
I’ve designed my online class to feel just like my regular in-person classes. You step into my studio coaching circle rather than following a fixed set of tutorials — all from the comfort of your own home.
Sophie
The ways I can support your journey:
WEEKLY BOTANICAL
WATERCOLOR CLASSES
Live on Zoom
Sometimes all you need is
a little regularity and consistent practice
Are you looking for an opportunity to learn how to paint realistic botanical watercolors from life, in a personal, regular class? Sign up for my weekly painting class.
“I believe the best way to learn is through personal engagement.
That’s why I only teach live. I’ve created an environment where you can work with me directly, benefit from my experience, ask questions whenever they come up, and receive personalised feedback whenever you’re ready — because I know that with each live session, you often need time to process what you’ve learned, and that the real questions tend to come later.
Why are your groups so small?
I work with a limited group of students each month (12 max) — on purpose. It allows me to give you the focused support and feedback you need to grow confidently in your own artistic practice.
What will I learn?
You will learn all the basic techniques for painting realistic botanical watercolours from life, including: setting up your subject, lighting, composition, creating a line drawing, seeing and creating form, colour mixing, building a painting in transparant layers (washes), the wet-in-wet technique, wet-on-dry technique, dry brushing, glazing, creating texture, how to capture the character of your subject, achieving realism, and all kinds of specific knowledge on botanical watercolor painting and the materials we work with.
We draw, paint and finish one theme each session.
Which themes are covered in the classes:
Seasonal leaves, flowers, fruit & vegetables depending on availability (announced for each session in advance). We paint from life, but reference photo’s are made available if needed.
What equipment will I need?
You are free to participate with any equipment you like.
For a detailed overview of what you will need and what gives the best results see Equipment
Want to know more?
Read our Frequently Asked Questions
How I will support your journey:
30-day Masterclass in botanical watercolor painting.
4 live sessions of 2-hours each (on Zoom).
Covering a wide range of techniques and approaches.
Small group (12 participants max).
Direct and personal feedback.
Plenty of opportunity to ask questions.
Exclusive access to my online library full of tips & how-to’s.
Invitation to my online community on Discord.
A relaxed and supportive atmosphere.
All levels welcome: from complete beginners to advanced artists.
Languages: taught in English (German speaking students welcome).
Suitable as “ongoing” class for returning students (new themes each season).
“Many students come to me because they are inspired by my work.”
My goal is to give you insight into how I work as a botanical artist and provide you with the tools to help you develop your own creative practice. I teach botanical watercolour painting almost all year round.
As a member of the Society of Botanical Artists and the Verein Botanische Kunst Deutschland, I value the opportunity to represent and pass on this beautiful tradition, and I aim to offer thoughtful, well-rounded guidance in this area through my classes.
But don’t take my word for it — read below what my students have to say.
Looking for more freedom or compact learning opportunities?
I regularly teach seasonal workshops online or at the Volkshochschule in Heidelberg, and these might be just what you are looking for. Inspiring in-depth painting sessions of one or two days (3 to 6 hours). I also offer private teaching to a limited number of students.
What people are saying
Inspired and motivated
“Thank you so much for this wonderful course. It has inspired and motivated me a lot and showed me that there is so much to paint. Just feeling with my own hands what you can make tangible through painting inspires me.”
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Calm teaching manner
“ I would highly recommend Sophie's class. She not only has exceptional talent and skill, she has a lovely, calm teaching manner and explains her process clearly and masterfully. I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of this class.”
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Always felt encouraged
“When I first started painting with Sophie I was a bit nervous that my skills in watercolours would not be good enough. Well I wasn't wrong! But what I didn't expect was how much I would learn and how much I would improve. Sophie's approach is one of curiosity and experimentation; I always felt encouraged and never judged.”
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Genuine passion for botanical painting
“Sophie is a wonderful, patient and understanding teacher. Her calming presence ensures her learners have an enjoyable experience. Sophie wants her learners to succeed and her genuine passion for botanical painting is inspiring. She is knowledgeable and friendly. The lessons are interesting and engaging for beginners to the more advanced. I really enjoyed my time and wish I could have lessons in person! I will definitely consider taking more lessons in the future. Thank you for allowing me to learn from you!”
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Trust
“Since I took this course, I see so many things that I would like to draw. So many pictures that need to be brought onto paper, and what am I painting there, reality or my fantasies? Sophie's botanical class teaches you to trust your eyes and your hand. I look forward to more."
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Joy
“Your courses brought me a lot of joy and really helped me in my further development. I would take a course with you again - in person or online - anytime.”
Didn’t find the class you are looking for?
Sign up for the waiting list here and choose your preferred course language from the selection menu. As soon as a new course opens, you will be notified. For booking of all classes currently open, see here.
For enquiries about purchasing or commissioning works of art, if you are looking for something specific, or if you simply wish to know more about Sophie’s paintings please feel free to contact us!
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