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Art Fundamentals: Learn Sketching, Painting, and Color Theory

byGrahin Art InstituteAvailable online and at 4 institute centers across Mumbai & ThaneStarts from₹18,000 Per ModuleView full gallery

Learning to create art is about mastering the basics. From understanding color theory to choosing the right brush, these guides are designed to build a strong foundation for your creative journey.

Understanding primary and secondary colors is the first step in mastering color theory. This simple graphic explains the basics we teach our beginner students.

A study guide on how to draw grass. We break down the process into texture, technique, layers, and values to make it easy to learn.

This landscape study guide shows how to simplify shapes, create a value sketch, and use a color palette to build a realistic painting from a reference.

Choosing the right paint can be overwhelming. This series introduces five different types of art paint, explaining their unique properties and uses.

A look at acrylic colour. It is a versatile, quick-drying paint that can be used on almost any surface, making it great for beginners and experts alike.

An introduction to watercolour paint. We explain its translucent quality and how its fluidity can be used to create beautiful, transparent layers.

Learn about oil colour. Its slow-drying nature allows artists to blend colors and make changes, making it perfect for detailed and glossy finishes.

An explanation of gouache, an opaque watercolor. Unlike traditional watercolor, it does not let the white of the paper show through, creating a flat, matte finish.

A look at encaustic paint, a wax-based medium. It is highly durable and creates unique textures, best used on a firm, absorbent surface.

Understanding your tools is crucial. This post explains the uses of a flat brush, which is great for long strokes, blending, and covering large areas.

About Art Fundamentals Explained

When you start, it is tempting to jump straight to complex subjects, but we focus on the small details first. For instance, in our beginner sessions, we spend time just learning how to handle a flat brush or mix primary colors because if your grip and color ratio are correct, the rest of your painting falls into place. Whether you are learning in our Ghatkopar studio or Thane center, we emphasize these building blocks so you feel confident enough to handle any medium, from oils to watercolors.

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Grahin Art Institute

Available online and at 4 institute centers across Mumbai & ThaneStarts from ₹18,000 Per Module

I founded Grahin in 2011 with the belief that anyone can paint if they have the right guidance. I personally ensure our studio remains a place where you can ask questions, make mistakes, and learn the real techniques behind the art. We are not just teaching classes; we are building a community where your artistic growth is the only goal.

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