URBAN WATERCOLOR
With Sebastian Thommen
Learn how to simplify chaos into confident compositions,
even in the busiest of cityscapes.
If you’ve ever stood in front of a busy city street, brush in hand, and thought:
“Where do I even start?”
You’re not alone.
When I first started painting urban scenes, I used to get completely overwhelmed — there was just so much detail everywhere. I didn’t know what to leave in, what to leave out, or how to make sense of all that visual chaos.
But over time, I discovered a few
key techniques that changed everything.
I learned how to simplify, how to design a composition that actually works, and how to paint with looseness and light — rather than getting lost in the noise.
Now I want to show you how to do the same.
It's time to gain the confidence to paint lively city scenes with looseness and light, with:
The Urban Watercolor Course
In this course, you're going to learn how to:
- Simplify complex city scenes.
- Find a strong focal point and clear composition.
- Capture atmosphere, light, and looseness with confidence.
- Connect values and shapes for stronger, more expressive paintings.
You're getting:
- Studio recorded demos AND lesson videos
- Lifetime access to all video lessons
- Watch at your own pace on any device
- Downloadable resources and reference materials
- Future updates added free
- Invitation to join Sebastian's Freedom with Watercolor Facebook Group
“You don’t need to paint every window — you just need to know which ones matter.”
Some images from the
Urban Course
This is just some of what we will be getting up to.
3 Full Demonstrations – step-by-step city scenes
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Lifetime Access – revisit anytime
Accompanying Lesson Videos – focused technique clips
High Vantage Point Demo
Award Winning Painting Demonstration
My most asked about brushes
Vibrant and Dynamic Painting Demonstartions
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🎁 Bonus Lesson: Award-winning Paris Café painting
TESTIMONIALS
What Students Say About My Courses
*PS YES THEY ARE GENUINE 5 STARS
One of the better, if not the best water colour intro courses. Thank you 😊 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“ Never in a million years did I think I would be able to achieve art like this…. But Sebastian’s courses made it happen.
I did the Freedom with Watercolour and Sketchbook courses and both taught me techniques that I use in most of my art now! His instructions are clear but easygoing…. No pressure to get it perfect. And there are many nuggets of gold in each of his tutorials! I will revisit these courses again and again, I am sure!
Great courses…. accessible, effective instructions by a wonderful teacher!The courses changed everything. I suddenly understood watercolour .
The courses changed everything. I suddenly understood watercolour ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Always very well prepared with humour and expertise. His posts encourage those who have never done painting outdoors to give it a try. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I was very pleased with the techniques you taught and the depths I achieved, with the sky and trees, overall I am amazed how the painting came out thus far. I've hesitated finishing, I don't want to mess it up. But I could always paint another. I guess it's just lack of confidence. Loved the course, and thank you for sharing your skill and knowledge with us! WsW ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Sebastian’s intro course is phenomenal. I had done other intro courses, but this one is different. Sebastian shows his technique for that first background wash. Learning this technique allows the colors to mix and blend resulting in a beautiful loose background. This technique will make all the difference in creating a beautiful painting. Sebastian shows you so many great secrets that will make you love watercolor if you don’t already! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great tuition for starting plein air painting, for the new watercolourist or experienced painter to paint an evocative landscape that represents the spirit and an individuals sense of a location.
Sebastian’s class was an excellent experience for me. I am experienced with watercolor but found new techniques to add to my arsenal. His explanations were clear, his demonstrations easy to follow. I especially enjoyed him going from a Plein Air sketch to a studio painting, teaching all the techniques along the way. I would not hesitate to take another class from Sebastian."
Wonderfully relaxed style, leaving you feeling properly inspired and ready to give it a go! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Whatever watercolour course Sebastian offers, the quality and learning effect are excellent and long-lasting. Whether it's an online course or an on-site seminar, it's definitely worth it.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The course gave me a new perspective on painting with watercolor. It also helped me to learn how to loosen up and let the paint do what it wanted to do without trying to control everything. I’m learning to appreciate more the spontaneity of watercolor. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great intro to watercolor. Supplies and techniques. And your style comes thru too which is why i am enjoying it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thoroughly enjoyed the content and presentation. The thought process is great as well.. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Frequently Asked Questions
These are the most common questions asked about the courses.
Is this different from the other courses?
Yes — all courses are completely different from one another. This one focuses primarily on urban scenes.
How long is it?
There are over 15 videos amounting to around 3 hours watch time. Of course, the actual practical time will add to that, depending on you.
What topics do the courses cover?
✅ Simplify complex city scenes into clear, confident compositions
✅ See your subject in shapes and values rather than getting lost in details
✅ Use looseness and flow to capture light, life, and atmosphere
✅ Make creative design choices — moving elements to improve your composition
✅ Approach new urban scenes with clarity and confidence
Are there any prerequisites for the course?
A pad, some paint and brush and a love of learning something that will change how you see the world (for the better).
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes, I offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Do I need Wi-Fi to watch the course?
Yes, as I don't want people to illegally download and share, it is Wi-Fi only.
Will Sebastian be free to critique?
As he leads a busy life with his family, he is always looking for time to be outside and painting, saving his critiques for his mentorships and live workshops and retreats. But having said that, he often pops into the Freedom With Watercolor Facebook page to check out people's work from the course!
Is this a re-occuring payment?
No. This is a one off payment. Not a subscription
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Not for this one, but I would love to see your work and share it on instgram if you tag me. Much better than a certificate!
Guarantee
If you don’t love it, email me within 30 days and I’ll refund you. No questions asked.
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