Nest Painting

Learn to Paint Layers with Masking Fluid

In This Course You Will Learn:

👉 My signature technique for layering masking fluid and watercolors to make a nest painting.


👉 How to combine two separate reference photos together to compose one awesome composition!

Want to hear more on what you can expect from this course?

Watch the 1st module below and find out!

Content Curriculum


  Prerequisite
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  Introduction
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  Drawing the Composition
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Your Instructor


Tracy Lizotte
Tracy Lizotte

Hi, I'm Tracy!

I'm a watercolor artist from Southern Maine, United States.

I have a passion for painting with watercolors, and teaching others the traditional fine art techniques that have been passed down to me.

I'm here to help you develop your own unique style, while learning how to draw, paint, and sell your art!

Want to learn more about me, and my journey to becoming a professional artist? Check out my About Page.


Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
This course is a self-paced course, which means you get to go through it when you want to at a time that fits your schedule.
How long do I have access to the course?
This course is only available to members in the D.W. Studio, or in The Art Academy. Members will have access to this course until they cancel their subscription.
What do I need for supplies?
All supplies are explained in the foundational watercolor course, Watercolor Painting for Beginners, in the: Intro to Tools and Workspace module, which you also get access to when subscribing to either the D.W. Studio or Art Academy.

Take my signature masking fluid layering technique, and apply it to your OWN designs!

This techniques is terrific for creating fields, rocks, flowers, ripples in water, sand, tree bark and more!

Student's Artwork:

This is an advanced watercolor course, and cannot be purchased as a stand alone product.


Advanced courses are available to artists who subscribe to The Art Academy.