Watercolor Artist & Teacher

Kris DeBruine

Welcome to My Studio

I'm ready to help you grow in watercolor

You Can Learn How To...

Focus on Values

Getting the values right is a key to success in painting

Simplify

A successful painting requires that the artist take a complicated subject and simplify it down to a more pleasing composition 

Create Contrast

The use of various contrasts in your painting give it energy and interest

Kris can help you paint like this...

Watercolor paintings that are vibrant and colorful, capturing the impression of the subject.
Seascapes
Landscapes
People

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Kris is an Artist AND an Educator

Artist  |  Teacher  |  Coach

Artist

Kris has experience in oil, acrylics and watercolor. But watercolor is her passion.

Teacher

Kris has 20 years experience as an educator, working with both teens and adults.

Coach

Kris is a natural encourager. She excels at helping others identify and pursue their goals.

Testimonials

What others have to say

You’re a very special soul! I can tell by the way you share your watercolor passion!

Pilas

It felt so good to stumble on your videos. It makes me feel I am not alone and that there is some method to the madness in the way to get better at watercolors. Thank you.

Pavan

Thanks ever so much for the informative video and sharing your considerable talent with the world.

Joy

This helped me immensely! Thank you so much!

Rick

Thanks Kris, you're a natural born teacher

Steve

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Kris DeBruine Studio

Join a growing community of artists learning and sharing in my watercolor studio.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the Community work?

The Community is exclusively for members of the Kris DeBruine Studio. It is a place for asking your watercolor questions, posting your paintings, getting feedback from Kris and other members and sharing your own helpful comments. It is designed to be a vibrant place of sharing and encouragement for growth in watercolor. 

How often will Kris be available in the forum?

Kris will be active in the community on a weekly basis. She will answer questions and provide helpful feedback. If she is not currently online, post your question and she'll get back to you soon.

Is Kris available for 1:1 coaching?

Not yet.  But this is a feature Kris will be adding to The Studio in the future. Coaching will happen via Zoom and will make personalized mentoring a possibility. This kind of 1:1 instruction can really accelerate your growth as an artist.