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Learn to paint beautiful Christmas cards with watercolor & ink, step by step, even if you've never painted before. Create something special for yourself and your loved ones!
WATERCOLOR & INK
COURSE
50 000+ HAPPY STUDENTS

Join thousands of students around the world who have already discovered the joy of watercolor sketching with us.
STEP-BY-STEP & EASY TO FOLLOW

Anastasia guides you through every sketch from the first pencil lines to the final watercolor details.
BEGINNER FRIENDLY

No need to be an experienced artist. The lessons are designed to help you paint with confidence and enjoy the process.
LIFETIME ACCESS

Paint when you want, pause when you need, and come back to your favorite autumn lessons again and again.
Christmas Cards brings together everything we love about the holiday season — twinkling lights, festive decorations, cozy winter moments, and the magic of Christmas, all captured in watercolor and ink.
Five step-by-step masterclasses, five beautiful Christmas card designs, and plenty of inspiration to enjoy the festive season, get creative, and make something truly special for yourself and your loved ones.
Why You’ll Love Сhristmas Cards Course
  • 5 Original Christmas Card Masterclasses
    Each masterclass features an original Christmas design created by Anastasia, combining the beauty of watercolor and ink with the warmth and magic of the holiday season. From glowing Christmas lanterns and festive flowers to charming winter scenes, every card offers a new subject, creative techniques, and a beautiful handmade result to keep or share with loved ones.
  • References, Templates & Printables
    Each masterclass includes helpful materials to make the creative process easier, from reference images and printable tracing templates to additional printables created especially for the course. Use the references to explore colors and details, trace the outline if you want to focus on watercolor and enjoy the extra materials along the way.
  • Step-By-Step Guidance
    Build your watercolor and ink skills while creating complete, beautiful artworks. You’ll explore color mixing, textures, composition, depth and expressive techniques through clear step-by-step explanations designed to be easy to follow, even if you’re still a beginner.
  • Live Reviews & Q&A
    During the course, Anastasia will host live sessions focused on common mistakes seen in participants’ work and explain how to improve them. You’ll also be able to ask questions directly during the sessions.
  • Beginner Friendly
    Don’t be intimidated by the details! Each artwork is broken down into clear, manageable steps, so you can create beautiful, detailed sketches even if you’re still new to watercolor. Anastasia guides you through the entire process, from the first lines to the final details, explaining what to do and why along the way.
  • Learn At Your Own Pace
    All lessons are pre-recorded and available online, so you can learn whenever it works for you. Pause, replay, return to any step and take as much time as you need to complete each sketch without rushing.
WHAT WE ARE PAINTING
MASTERCLASS 01
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIA
Welcome to the magic of Christmas — where vibrant red poinsettia petals, delicate green leaves and elegant holiday lettering come together to create a beautiful handmade Christmas card. In this lesson, we’ll paint this festive flower step by step, using watercolor and ink to bring out its rich colors, graceful shapes and intricate details.

Key techniques you will master:
  • Petals & Volume: Build the poinsettia’s layered petals, creating natural shapes, depth and dimension.
  • Watercolor Blending: Combine rich reds, warm oranges and soft greens to create smooth transitions and beautiful color variations.
  • Fine Details & Ink: Add delicate veins, expressive outlines and finishing touches to bring the flower to life.
MASTERCLASS 02
LITTLE WINTER MAGIC
A quiet snowy evening, a softly glowing lantern and a little robin resting beside a festive wreath — this charming scene captures the peaceful magic of winter. In this lesson, we’ll explore the contrast between warm golden light and cool snowy blues, bringing together delicate watercolor washes, rich greenery, and expressive ink details to create a beautiful, atmospheric Christmas card.

Key techniques you will master:
  • Warm Light & Atmosphere: Create a glowing lantern with luminous golden tones and soft transitions that make the light feel warm and inviting.
  • Snow & Winter Effects: Build a delicate snowy background using watercolor washes, splashes and white highlights to capture the feeling of falling snow.
  • Festive Details & Textures: Paint lush evergreen wreath, shiny red ornaments, a flowing ribbon and a tiny robin, adding depth and character with fine ink details.
MASTERCLASS 03
A VERY MERRY RIDE
The Christmas tree is decorated, the little red car is ready, and a festive adventure is about to begin! This cheerful illustration brings a playful, nostalgic touch to the holiday season. We'll combine the charming curves of a vintage car with the rich textures of a beautifully decorated tree, creating a colorful Christmas card full of personality, movement, and festive spirit.

Key techniques you will master:
  • Vintage Car: Sketch the rounded shapes of a classic car, working with proportions, wheels, and small details to give it character.
  • Shiny Red Surfaces: Build vibrant red watercolor layers, using highlights and shadows to capture the glossy finish and curved body of the car.
  • Evergreen & Festive Sparkle: Paint a richly decorated Christmas tree with layered foliage, colorful ornaments, glowing lights, and delicate snowy accents.
MASTERCLASS 04
CUP OF HOLIDAY CHEER
Who says a cup has to be filled with hot chocolate? This one is overflowing with holiday cheer! A bright red mug becomes a festive arrangement of evergreen branches, shiny berries, striped candy canes, and a beautiful satin bow. Surrounded by soft golden lights and a touch of snow, this playful composition is all about celebrating the little details that make the holiday season so special.

Key techniques you will master:
  • Rich Reds & Glossy Surfaces: Paint a vibrant ceramic mug with smooth watercolor gradients, reflections, and highlights that give it a beautiful glossy finish.
  • Layered Greenery & Festive Details: Combine different shapes and shades of evergreen branches, add delicate berries, and create the curved forms of striped candy canes.
  • Golden Bokeh & Snowy Accents: Create a sparkling background with soft yellow washes and glowing circles of light, then add delicate snow effects and finishing touches for a festive atmosphere.
MASTERCLASS 05
CHRISTMAS DEER
With his magnificent antlers, gentle expression, and a festive wreath of evergreen branches, holly leaves, and bright red berries, this handsome deer brings a touch of woodland elegance to the holiday season. In this lesson, we'll focus on capturing the natural beauty and character of the deer, combining warm earthy watercolors, delicate ink details, and rich botanical textures to create a charming Christmas card.

Key techniques you will master:
  • Animal Portrait & Proportions: Build the deer's graceful head, expressive eyes, ears, and branching antlers, paying attention to natural proportions and distinctive features.
  • Fur & Natural Textures: Layer warm browns, golden ochres, and soft shadows to create depth, volume, and the appearance of delicate fur.
  • Festive Wreath & Fine Details: Paint a lush arrangement of evergreen branches, holly leaves, pinecones, and red berries, using watercolor and ink to bring out their different textures and shapes.
FOUNDATIONS AND ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Start with the essentials and build a strong foundation for the course.
These three essential lessons will help you feel confident with your materials, develop expressive linework, and master the key watercolor techniques you’ll use throughout the masterclasses.
  • MATERIALS AND ESSENTIAL TOOLS
    Get your supplies ready without overcomplicating things. Anastasia will walk you through the essential materials for watercolor sketching, explain what really matters, and help you choose suitable alternatives from the supplies you already have.
  • EXPRESSIVE LINEWORK PRACTICE
    Discover how simple lines can bring energy and character to your sketches. Through practical exercises, you’ll learn to work more freely with pencil and fineliner and prepare for the expressive drawing style used in the masterclasses.
  • WATERCOLOR EXERCISES AND ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES
    Build confidence with the watercolor techniques you’ll need throughout the course. Practice controlling water and pigment, creating smooth and expressive washes, mixing colors, and working with the beautiful unpredictability of watercolor.
MEET THE ARTIST
Anastasia Kozlova is a watercolor & ink artist and founder of Dream & Draw Art School.

For over 13 years, she has taught thousands of students worldwide how to create atmospheric, expressive paintings through a calm and approachable step-by-step method.
Her teaching combines artistic freedom with clear structure — helping beginners understand not only how to paint landscapes, but how to truly see and simplify them.

Author of 45+ courses, 500+ lessons and the book “Ink and Watercolor”.

Member of the International Watercolor Society, Society of Scottish Artists and Reading Guild of Artists.

MEET THE ARTIST
Anastasia Kozlova is a watercolor & ink artist and founder of Dream & Draw Art School.

For over 13 years, she has taught thousands of students worldwide how to create atmospheric, expressive paintings through a calm and approachable step-by-step method.
Her teaching combines artistic freedom with clear structure — helping beginners understand not only how to paint landscapes, but how to truly see and simplify them.

Author of 45+ courses, 500+ lessons and the book “Ink and Watercolor”.

Member of the International Watercolor Society, Society of Scottish Artists and Reading Guild of Artists.

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Main Masterclasses Release: December 1
Get ready to create beautiful handmade Christmas cards with watercolor & ink, filled with festive charm, creativity and holiday magic.
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CHRISTMAS CARDS COURSE
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$119 $39
  • FOUNDATIONS AND ESSENTIAL SKILLS
  • 5 RECORDED CHRISTMAS CARDS MASTERCLASSES
  • LIVE COMMON MISTAKES REVIEWS & Q&A
  • RECORDINGS OF ALL REVIEW SESSIONS
  • REFERENCES, TEMPLATES & EXTRA PRINTABLES
  • LIFETIME ACCESS TO ALL COURSE MATERIALS
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CHRISTMAS COLLECTION – EDITION II
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How The Course Works

Get Instant Access

After joining, you’ll get immediate access to your personal course account and the Materials and Essential Tools lesson, so you can start preparing everything you need for the course right away.
Build Your Foundations

Starting November 17, explore essential watercolor and linework techniques through clear explanations and practical exercises. You'll also receive additional printable materials to help you practice and build confidence before the main masterclasses begin.

Paint The Main Masterclasses
All five Christmas Cards masterclasses will become available together on December 1, so you can start painting at your own pace. Each masterclass includes reference images and tracing templates, allowing you to follow along step by step and enjoy creating beautiful handmade Christmas cards.
Join The Live Review Sessions
After the main masterclasses are released, Anastasia will host live review sessions according to the course schedule. She’ll go over common mistakes and challenges in participants’ work, share practical tips for improvement, and answer questions to help you develop your watercolor and ink skills.
Keep Creating At Your Own Pace
By the end of the course, you’ll have created five beautiful handmade Christmas cards and gained valuable watercolor and ink techniques to use in future creative projects. All masterclasses, live review recordings, and course materials will remain available to you with lifetime access, so you can revisit the lessons and enjoy painting whenever you like.
Everything You Need to Enjoy the Creative Process
  • Beginner Friendly
    Clear explanations and a carefully structured learning process make the course easy to follow, even if you are new to watercolor sketching.
  • Step-By-Step Guidance
    Anastasia takes you through each sketch from the first lines to the final details, explaining not only what to do, but how and why each technique works.
  • Learn From An Experienced Artist
    The course is taught by artist and tutor Anastasia Kozlova, who has over 13 years of teaching experience and has helped thousands of students discover watercolor sketching.
  • High-Quality Video Lessons
    Every masterclass is filmed in high quality so you can clearly see the brushwork, watercolor washes, linework and all the small details of the creative process.
  • Learn At Your Own Pace
    Pause, rewind and revisit any part of the lesson whenever you need. There is no pressure to keep up, so you can enjoy painting at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
  • More Than Just Copying A Sketch
    Along the way, Anastasia explains her techniques, colour choices and creative decisions so you can understand the process and gradually use these skills in your own sketches.
MATERIALS FOR THE COURSE

Simple tools.
Beautiful results.
Everything you need to create atmospheric Christmas cards.

You don’t need expensive or professional supplies to join the course.

Anastasia will guide you through all recommended materials, beginner-friendly alternatives and color choices used throughout the lessons.
BEGINNER-FRIENDLY ALTERNATIVES
Simple substitutions and affordable material options will also be explained during the course.
LINER & DRAWING TOOLS
Waterproof liners and simple sketching tools used throughout the course.
BRUSHES
A small selection of versatile brushes for washes, details and expressive landscape textures.
PAPER
Cold-pressed watercolor paper suitable for layering, texture and soft watercolor transitions.
WATERCOLOR
PAINTS
Professional and beginner-friendly color recommendations for atmospheric Christmas cards.

SEE WHAT OUR STUDENTS CREATE

Thousands of students have already learned watercolor sketching with Dream & Draw Art School. Here are just a few beautiful works created during our previous courses and programs.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What materials will I need?
You’ll only need a few basic art supplies: a pencil and eraser, watercolor paints, watercolor paper, two brushes (a medium and a fine one), a waterproof fineliner and a white gel pen. Inside the course, you’ll find a detailed materials lesson with Anastasia’s recommendations and a complete list of everything you’ll need.
Is this a one-time payment or a subscription?
This is a one-time payment, not a subscription. You pay once and receive lifetime access to the course and all included materials. There are no recurring charges.
I’m a complete beginner. Is this course for me?
Absolutely. The course is designed for beginners as well as those who already have some watercolor experience. Anastasia explains every stage step by step, and the Foundations and Essential Skills section will help you prepare before starting the main masterclasses.
Where will the course take place?
The entire course will be available in your personal account on the Dream & Draw Art School website: https://dreamanddrawschool.com/members/login. All video lessons, course materials, references, templates and recordings will be conveniently organized in one place.
How do the lessons work?
The main masterclasses are pre-recorded step-by-step video lessons. You’ll paint along with Anastasia as she creates each sketch from start to finish, explaining the process, techniques, color choices and important details along the way. You can pause, rewind and continue whenever you’re ready. During the course, there will also be separate live sessions dedicated to reviewing common mistakes and answering questions, which will be recorded and available to watch later.
Do I have to follow the schedule?
The schedule is there to help you follow the course together with the group, but you can paint at your own pace. If you miss a lesson or need more time, you can simply come back to it whenever it suits you.
How long will I have access to the course?
You’ll have lifetime access to the course. You can revisit the masterclasses, rewatch the videos and paint the projects again whenever you like.
Will my work be reviewed?
During the course, Anastasia will host live sessions dedicated to common mistakes and challenges she notices in participants’ work. These are general review sessions rather than individual critiques of every submitted sketch. You’ll also have an opportunity to ask questions during the live sessions.
What if I can’t attend a live session?
No problem. The live review sessions will be recorded and added to the course, so you can watch them later at a convenient time.
If you have any questions left, please write to us by email hello@dreamanddrawschool.com