Art Competition

Every three months, we award a competition winner with the Watercolor Academy Online Course membership.

This competition is democratic. New winners are awarded on 31 May, 31 August, 30 November, and 28 February every year.
The next winner may be you!

Art competition Winners
Art competition Archive
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Vote for the Watercolor Academy competition participants:

I love vivid colors - Watercolours and story by Dr. Zoltán Dobány

My view of the world is fundamentally nature-centric. I only paint with watercolors. I love their spontaneity, the way the colors blend into each other, the airiness of the image. I love vivid colors. My vision is now only 30%. I am forced to use vivid colors. I want to continue learning until the end of my life. Learning helps me accept old age. I feel that I am still capable of developing if I receive help.

The Wonders of the World - Watercolour and story by Agnes

Finding Watercolor Academy's materials on YouTube was inevitable. They provided the essentials I needed for realistic painting. Now, it's time to move forward—building a solid foundation in drawing and receiving priceless feedback from professionals. The Drawing Academy Course is the perfect start. Winning this course would give me the skills to capture the uniqueness of the world—so others can truly see the wonder of the world we live in.

Art makes me feel special - Watercolours and story by Patsy Deery

Painting, drawing, learning and talking about art makes me feel special. I love it!

My Watercolor Story - Birch Glow by Charles Cherry

My hope is that my work not only brings beauty and joy to those who see it, but also encourages others to pick up a brush and create something meaningful. And if one of my paintings, cards, or prints helps fund a school lunch or a child's education in rural Myanmar—that's the kind of art that truly matters. As for the Watercolor Academy course, I have not yet taken it, but from the looks of the various topics and video demonstrations, it appears to be quite thorough, and will be good for both beginners and more accomplished watercolorists.

Finding My Voice Through Art - Watercolour and story by Tayabah Hana

I admire the Watercolor Academy deeply for its dedication to skill and technique. The instructors' knowledge and the high standards set by the Academy are precisely what I'm looking for to develop my potential.

Ollie, for a friend - Watercolour and story by Brad Goldfarb

I am new to Watercolor Academy and just exploring but it looks like something I'd really enjoy. I want to win the Watercolor Academy course to take advantage of what they can teach me.

I want to become a complete artist - Watercolour and story by Patsy

Thinking watercolours would be easier and less messy than oils I tried my hand at a few studies, still life and portrait. I find it challenging but very exciting. I find the process tense but very rewarding and would love to develop a great mastery and style to become a complete artist.

Bedtime Stories With Pappa - Watercolour and story by M. Chad Randall

Art brings me joy and connection—but it also brings challenges. Watercolor is my chosen medium, but it can be unforgiving. I wrestle with consistency, color control, and capturing light. I want to deepen my understanding of layering, transparency, atmosphere, and classical technique to bring more clarity and feeling to my illustrations. That's why I'm so inspired by the Watercolor Academy. I admire its classical focus, structured learning, and mentorship from real masters. It's exactly what I've been looking for—an opportunity to grow in skill and confidence.

Harry Potter at Hogwarts - Artwork and story by Aage Kaasgaard

Now I finally have all the time in the world to paint, play golf and badminton, and enjoy my time at my summer house on the lovely Island of Fanø on Denmark's West Coast.

Second Time Around - Watercolour and story by Meri Furnari

I want to share my work with others and earn money from it. So, selling my art is also an objective and I think that the Watercolor Academy could help me toward that goal.

Wings of a New Day - Watercolour and story by Sheetle Shah

I believe the Watercolor Academy course would provide the expert guidance, structure and mentorship I have never had access to as a self-taught artist. It would help me overcome current challenges and expand into new areas like portraits and abstraction with confidence.

The Wisdom Within Me - Watercolour and story by Melanie

I have a lot to say, and I'd prefer to do this through pictures.

I want to learn - Watercolour and story by Natalie Jukes

The Watercolor Academy appeals to me for many reasons. It covers all the aspects that I'm trying to learn to enhance my artwork.It also has a range of artist with different styles that I would like to learn from. It also has experienced people that can give you feedback and guidance on your art which is what I need.

Retirement - Watercolour and story by Cindy Wilson

I love watercolor painting, and taking the Watercolor Academy classes will teach me how to enhance and paint beautiful pictures.

The Geisha Girl - Watercolour and story by Laura Maudsley

Due to my busy schedule I cannot attend some art classes so having the Watercolor Academy on line allows people like myself to still learn and continue with their passion. If I did win, I believe that the Watercolor Academy can help to improve myself as an artist.

I want to push my skills and creativity

Taking the Watercolor Academy course would be a great help that will push my skills and creativity to a new level. That is why I want to get this course.