Workshops with Jill / May 2025 / FREE & VIP Tickets

Capture the warm sparkle of Summer in watercolor – Grab your spot today!

Sweet Summertime

Workshops with Jill Presents:

Sweet Summertime / May 5-9, 2025 / Free & VIP Tickets

Mark your calendars, watercolor friends—Sweet Summertime runs May 5-9, 2025! It’s Jill here, inviting you to a LIVE watercolor workshop filled with the warm, sparkling beauty of summer woods, streams, and beaches.

Here’s the deal: May 5 and 6 (Days 1 and 2) are FREE for everyone—just register and you'll be ready to jump in!

But let’s talk about the real treasure: the $27 VIP Ticket. For just $27, you’ll unlock all 5 days—May 5-9—plus lifetime access to every single demo. Why settle for a taste when you can savor the full experience? Those extra days are packed with summery magic you’ll wish you hadn’t missed, and with lifetime access, you can relive the joy anytime. Trust me, this is the upgrade your creative soul deserves—grab it and learn the skills to make your own summer scenes!

What you'll get.

With my step-by-step approach and a generous sprinkle of encouragement, I’ll help you create stunning results—whether you’re a new or seasoned watercolorist. Join me live each day at 1pm EDT for fun, inspiring sessions that’ll leave you proud of what you can do...

A top-notch watercolor experience at an unbeatable price—VIP ticket is a $350 value compared to in-person sessions with Jill, and still includes lifetime access!

Expert instruction designed for beginners and pros alike—beautiful outcomes, every time!

Live daily Youtube sessions at 1pm EDT with me, Jill—engaging, uplifting, and oh-so-rewarding. Youtube links emailed daily!

Choosing the Free Ticket?: First 2 demos free with 7-day access to kick things off.

Membership to the Workshops with Jill Community—your year-round ticket to my quarterly workshops!

Choosing the VIP Ticket for $27?: All 5 days + lifetime access to revisit the magic whenever you like. ($350+ Value!)

As always, my quarterly workshops give you a taste of painting with me year-round through my annual membership!

The Daily Demos

DAY 1 / FREE & VIP

Summer means GREEN! You'll learn strategies that keep these scenes vibrant and fun to look at.

DAY 2 / FREE & VIP

We'll explore techniques to keep the sparkle of summer's low light at the lake.

DAY 3 / VIP ONLY

Get ready for vacation! You'll learn how to capture those majestic beach skies at sunset.

DAY 4 / VIP ONLY

Faery Woods! Learn to create a magical woodland scene enhanced with firefly lights!

DAY 5 / VIP ONLY

Surf's UP! Let's explore the anatomy of beach waves to create stunning and convincing surf!

What about supplies? What do I need?

Show Up and Let's Play!

No need to stress about supplies—this is all about having fun and diving in! I’ve shared a simple list below, but feel free to use what you’ve got on hand. My workshops are a judgment-free zone where creativity flows and kindness rules!

You’ll Need:

Watercolor paper (the better the quality, the better the results!)
Watercolors! Bring your favorites!
Palette (even a spare dish will do)
Watercolor brushes (#12 & #6 rounds + a rigger/liner for fine touches)
Pencil (for sketching your ideas)
Any extras you love—make it yours!

What I plan to use during our sessions!

My Favorite Tools, Shared with Love!

I’m excited to let you in on what I’ll be using to bring our sessions to life. These are my tried-and-true picks, and I’d be delighted if you joined me in using them—check out my Blick affiliate link below to grab your own! (I do earn a commission on sales made via this link at no cost to you!)

Jill’s Go-To Materials:

Arches 140lb Cold Pressed Watercolor Paper—a smooth, reliable canvas.
Professional Daniel Smith Pigments (unless noted as Winsor & Newton):
- Hansa Yellow Medium
- Quinacridone Gold
- Yellow Ochre
- Quinacridone Sienna
- Undersea Green
- Rare Green Earth
- Serpentine Green Genuine
- Green Gold
- Winsor Red
- Quinacridone Lilac
- Opera Pink
- Dioxazine Purple
- Bloodstone
- French Ultramarine
- Cerulean Blue
- Cobalt Blue
- Pthalo Blue (Green Shade)
- Neutral Tint

Jill's Blick Affiliate Link

I can’t wait to share this creative adventure with you—let’s make something beautiful together! I'll see you online!

Select Your Sweet Summertime Ticket

FREE Ticket

Join me FREE May 5-6 for two live summer watercolor demos—sign up and jump into my Workshops with Jill Community!

Registration for the first 2 days is FREE! Let's connect and start a new watercolor adventure in my watercolor community!

VIP Ticket

Grab the $27 VIP Ticket for all 5 days (May 5-9) + lifetime access—paint every summer scene with confidence! (A $350+ Value!)