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If you’ve ever tried painting glass in watercolor, you know that heart-sinking feeling…
You carefully set up your reference photo, mix your colors, and start painting with high hopes…
...only to watch your brilliant transparency turn muddy, your crisp edges blur, and those dancing reflections become a confusing mess.
Instead of capturing that magical interplay of light and shadow, you end up with flat, lifeless shapes that look more like plastic than glass.
But here’s the good news: The problem isn’t your artistic ability — it’s simply not knowing the right approach.
“Like pieces in a jigsaw puzzle,” explains award-winning artist Shelley Prior, “all these little lines and shapes will come together, resulting in a full image.”
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Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to learn from an incredible watercolor artist!
With 25 years of teaching experience and a mastery of watercolor that spans decades, Shelley Prior has earned her reputation as one of Canada’s most sought-after watercolor instructors.
As a full-time artist based in Burlington, she has dedicated her life to not just mastering watercolor, but helping others discover its unique magic and potential.
While Shelley’s highly realistic style encompasses everything from birds and wildlife to portraits and landscapes, she has a special fascination with subjects that challenge most artists — particularly reflective surfaces like glass and metal. It’s here that her deep understanding of light and shadow truly shines.
“Light is the life of the painting”
— Shelley Prior
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Experience a masterclass in painting colored glass from an award-winning artist!
In this breakthrough course, Shelley Prior removes the mystery from painting glass in watercolor, helping you break down complex subjects into clear, manageable steps.
Here’s what makes this course different:
Watch how a master watercolorist controls her watercolor!
You’ll learn exactly how to:
“Once you learn how to layer color properly,” Shelley assures, “you can feel confident and trust in the process to create stunning results!”
Ready to start painting with Shelley?
Materials & Prep
Learn everything you need to begin painting stunning glass subjects. Shelley reviews essential watercolor supplies and shows you how to set up your reference photo for success. Discover why working from photos can actually be better than working from life with glass subjects, plus learn her tips for stretching paper and transferring your image precisely. These foundational steps ensure you can focus entirely on the watercolor techniques to come.
Mask the Sparkles
Master the critical first stage of painting glass — preserving those magical highlights. Shelley reveals exactly where and when to use masking fluid, including some surprising spots you might not expect. You’ll learn how to evaluate your subject and make strategic masking decisions that ensure your glass will sparkle with life. This chapter builds the foundation for creating dimensional glass that seems to glow from within.
Background Wash
Transform your approach to initial washes. Learn how to create smooth, even backgrounds by pre-wetting your paper — a technique that eliminates unwanted brushmarks. Shelley demonstrates how to apply one warm tone across the whole paper, creating subtle warmth that will make your glass subjects sing. These techniques ensure your glass paintings start with a clean, professional foundation.
Bottles & Shadows Wash
Discover the heart of painting glass — creating luminous color and form. Shelley shares her method for painting individual bottles with clean, vibrant colors that stay fresh. Learn her tips for perfect straight lines, proper water-to-paint ratios, and letting water naturally soften edges in shadows. This chapter teaches you essential techniques for building dimensional glass while maintaining color purity.
Paint the Glass
Master the magical transformation from basic shapes to sparkling glass. Shelley shows you how to create facets and reflections while paying careful attention to values and color variations. Learn her “jigsaw puzzle” approach that breaks complex glass into manageable pieces. This chapter helps you overcome the intimidation factor and paint glass with growing confidence.
Develop the Bottles & Shadows
Take your glass painting to the next level with advanced techniques for creating depth and dimension. Learn to paint both small details and large passages effectively, create convincing roundness, and achieve natural-looking textures. Discover how to let watercolor move and mingle for colorful shadows while maintaining control. These skills help you create glass paintings that truly pop off the page.
Final Adjustments
Perfect your glass paintings with professional finishing touches. Learn when and how to remove masking, strengthen darks, adjust whites, and make final refinements that bring your painting to life. Shelley shows you how to evaluate your work and make strategic adjustments that enhance the overall impact. This chapter ensures your paintings achieve that magical sparkle that defines great glass paintings.
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Watch every single decision Shelley makes to make your glass truly shine!
The Secret to Capturing Crystal-Clear Glass
Forget everything you thought you knew about painting glass. Shelley reveals her counterintuitive approach that transforms this seemingly complex subject into manageable, bite-sized pieces.
You’ll discover how to treat glass like a jigsaw puzzle, where each small shape and reflection comes together to create a stunning whole.
With enough practice, painting glass that sparkles with life and dimension won’t be such an impossible task!
A Fresh, Clean Approach to Watercolor
Say goodbye to muddy colors and hesitant brushstrokes. Inside this course, you’ll learn Shelley’s signature method for keeping your colors pure and vibrant.
“One of the things I love about painting glass is how the colors are so clean and pure,” she shares. “And with the sun shining and the transparency ... it just has this happy feeling.” Through her systematic approach, you’ll discover how to maintain that freshness from start to finish.
Master the Dance of Light and Shadow
Light is the heart of any glass painting, and Shelley shows you exactly how to capture its magic. You’ll learn how to observe and paint the intricate play of reflections, create convincing transparency, and build the strong contrasts that make glass truly sparkle.
“It’s like a kaleidoscope,” Shelley explains, “ever-changing with every subtle shift of light.” By following her proven process, you’ll develop the confidence to tackle any glass subject with assurance.
✅ The simple “jigsaw puzzle” approach that transforms intimidating glass subjects into manageable, easy-to-paint shapes — even if you’ve struggled with complex subjects before
✅ The counterintuitive secret to getting pure, clean colors in glass paintings. (Hint: It has nothing to do with your choice of pigments and everything to do with this little-known application technique)
✅ How to capture that elusive “sparkle” effect that makes glass paintings come alive — discover the surprising role of contrast and exactly when to apply it
✅ Why you should actually use BRIGHTER colors than you think you need — and the foolproof way to adjust them later if necessary
✅ The “pre-wet paper” trick that eliminates ugly brushmarks and creates silky-smooth washes every time
✅ A revolutionary approach to painting straight lines that makes even the most complex glassware shapes achievable
✅ The truth about water-to-pigment ratios when painting glass — learn this to add an amazing dimension to your painting.
✅ Why working from photographs can actually be BETTER than painting from life when it comes to glass (this insight alone will save you hours of frustration)
✅ The “kaleidoscope effect” — how to capture the way glass transforms and reflects light from every angle
✅ An ingenious technique for lifting paint that creates stunning highlights without damaging your paper
✅ The professional “glazing sequence” that builds depth and luminosity while keeping your colors crystal clear
✅ PLUS: How to paint metal elements with the same confidence and precision as glass
…and so many more creative ideas that will make you love painting all over again!
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If you’ve ever felt intimidated by painting glass in watercolor…
...or if you’re an artist who’s yearning to capture that magical sparkle and luminosity that seems just out of reach…
...then you’ve already made a choice by reading this far.
You’re not just looking for another painting course; you’re seeking a transformation, a new way of seeing and capturing the dance of light and transparency that makes glass come alive on paper.
With Shelley Prior’s Sparkle: Painting Colored Glass in Watercolor, on top of learning Shelley’s award-winning techniques; you’re also embracing a whole new level of confidence and mastery in your watercolor journey.
This is more than just a simple course; it’s your path to becoming the artist who paints not just with skill, but with the confidence to let your colors dance and sparkle.
You can go back to what you’ve been doing — trial-and-error various approaches and techniques until you find the answer…
OR…
You can learn proven techniques to help develop your glass painting skills with Shelley Prior’s brilliant instruction.
You don’t even have to think or figure things out — just listen and absorb information while you follow along.
In just one sitting, you’re going to discover how to create successful paintings that get noticed.
Furthermore, if you live far away from Shelley and can’t attend her workshops, this video is the next best thing.
It’s like having her as your personal, “in-house” instructor you can refer to over and over again — and it won’t cost you an extra penny.
Plus, you’ll get to see all the materials used so you won’t end up wasting money on getting the wrong ones.
It’s a shortcut to what works so you can continue painting instead of spending time figuring what to get or what to do!
Once you know all that, there’s no stopping you from creating even more brilliant artwork!
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Disclaimer
Results require practice and dedication. The techniques taught in this video need to be studied and implemented consistently to achieve improvement in your paintings. Individual results will vary based on experience level and amount of practice.
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