How to Paint Like Winslow Homer/Nor'easter

Discover the techniques behind one of America’s most iconic watercolor painters in this step-by-step instructional video with artist Kim Weissenborn. Inspired by the powerful, direct style of Winslow Homer, this lesson on how to paint like Winslow Homer, shows you how to capture dynamic light, confident brushwork, and strong, simplified shapes that bring a watercolor scene to life.

In this video, you’ll learn how to:

• Build a painting using Homer’s bold value structure

• Mix clean, decisive color for ocean, sky, and natural subjects

• Use wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet techniques the way Homer did

• Control edges for impact and clarity

• Simplify forms to create strength and drama

• Apply expressive, efficient brushstrokes that define his signature style

Kim walks you through the entire process—from the initial sketch to the final details—making Homer’s powerful approach both understandable and achievable for any painter.

Perfect for watercolorists who want to strengthen their technique, paint with more confidence, and explore the timeless methods of a master.