Handcrafted
Artisanal
watercolour paints
Made to inspire the creativity in you
watercolour workshop
This in person workshop in Lennox Heads NSW goes over some fundamental techniques of watercolour painting, colour mixing, some practice worksheets and fun activities to try as well as the chance to play with intuitive painting. I’ll be there to give live feedback, answer questions and of course demonstrate everything.
All materials (paper, brushes, and of course a selection of our handmade paints) are supplied for you and you’ll take home whatever you create along with a sample dot card of colours too!
I’m also making some warm cacao/chai and will have a loco love choccy to share with each of you!!
Starting at 2:30- 5PM on the 26th April. Location: COLLECTIVE AUTONOMY LENNOX HEAD.
About Ruco
Who We Are
Ruco is about more than just paint; it's a celebration of the art of creation. At its core, Ruco embodies the ultimate expression of handmade craftsmanship. Every component is meticulously crafted in small, sustainable batches, entirely free of plastic – from the paints to the pans – ensuring each product meets the highest standards of quality, care, and environmental responsibility.
Our collections are not just limited; they are luxurious and truly one-of-a-kind. Each batch is a testament to our commitment to excellence and attention to detail, reflecting the passion and dedication that goes into every brushstroke of our paints.
Intentionally made with love and creativity, Ruco paints are designed to inspire and elevate your artistic journey. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a creative explorer, our paints invite you to express yourself and bring your visions to life with unparalleled vibrancy and depth.
At Ruco, we believe in the power of art to connect, transform, and inspire. Our paints are more than just tools – they are companions in your creative journey, helping you to craft stories, evoke emotions, and capture the beauty of the world around you.
With love,
Marlena x
BEST SELLERS
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HOW TO READ OUR SINGLE PAINT POT LABELS
Firstly, the name slot. It has (you guessed it) the name of the watercolour paint you purchased. Below the name slot is 4 different properties of the paint. The first slot has a ✔️ which signifies a lightfast pigment. If the lightfastness rating is less than 5 (being the most lightfast on the ASTM scale) then it will have the number it does rank instead. For example the natural indigo pigment I use has a rating of 3 which will be written III. The second slot is the opacity. It will be one of 4 options O for opaque, SO for semi-opaque, T for transparent or ST for semi-transparent.
The third slot indicates if the paint is a single pigment shown as S or an exclusive Ruco blend of pigments signified by B. The final slot tells you if the paint is granulating, flat or a shimmer (or a combo of them). G for granulating, F for flat, S for shimmer and then G/S for a granulating paint with a shimmery component for example.
If you have always wanted to learn to paint with watercolour, or if you are looking to expand on your technical knowledge and skills this eBook is for you!
In this huge 38 page guide I cover: Watercolour brushes and paper + recommendations and options, colour theory and mixing, loads of watercolour specific techniques, watercolour terminology and theory, adding texture and interest in your art and some extra additions to your painting kit to really level it up. I also included 6 printable worksheets to help you practice your new skills and improve your brush control! Throughout the eBook I share all my insider tips and tricks and my best kept secrets from years spent professionally illustrating. Find out more by clicking the button below.
The art of Watercolour Painting
Introducing our Patreon Channel
The Ruco Residents Paint Subscription
Get access to an exclusive new handmade watercolour each month, plus bonus content, behind the scenes peeks, tutorials, preorders, unique discount codes from time to time and a private chat with an artist community.
The perfect way to nourish your creativity each month and elevate your artist practice, while knowing that you are supporting a small business along the way!
With 3 tiers to choose from, you can select the one that suits you best based on what you want to get out of the membership.
You can find all the information and a full list of benefits for each tier by following the link directly to our Patreon page!
A little tip: If you sign up via a web browser before logging into the app you won’t get charged Apples subscription fees and save yourself a massive 30%! Once you have signed up at the reduced rate, you can login to the app as normal. This doesn’t affect Andriod users - only those on iOS systems.
Learn the Art of Paintmaking
Comprehensive Paint Making Masterclass
This extensive online course teaches you all the theoretical and practical knowledge you need to make your very own watercolour paints. I take you from equipment set up and safety through production, troubleshooting and testing your paints. Then I cover packaging options, finding inspiration, colour theory and advice on how to build a cohesive palette. The written reference is 40+ pages containing all my insights, tips and tricks and everything i’ve learnt about making paint over the years.
The video demonstrations are made to watch at the end of each chapter of the book and go over what we covered so you can see what I’m doing while I explain it again. Perfect if you are a visual learner!
You gain lifetime access to the course and can of course personally email me if you have any specific question or are having trouble with an aspect.
There is nothing quite like crafting and painting with you own watercolours, but be careful - its very addictive!
FAQ
Frequently Asked
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Due to the digital nature of this product it is completely non-refundable. All purchases of the course are for your personal use and not to be shared, reproduced or distributed in any physical or digital format without express permission of the author for any reason.
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The course does not come with physical materials. The logistics and shipping make this inaccessible and I don’t want to have to limit this information due to stock issues. The course instead provides you with a comprehensive guide to source these things yourself and my experience and knowledge of the entire process so you can craft fine artisanal colours with your own materials.
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This course is aimed at beginners and hobbyists but contains extensive information applicable to anyone wanting to invest in learning more about this process and some business tips for the ecommerce space.
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The written resource is indexed so you can easily reference back to specific topics during your process. We firstly cover safety and materials needed, then the production process, then finding inspiration and sharing as well as transitioning to a small business if you want to. All topics are presented in an overview and then broken down more extensively.
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The written resource is 3 in depth chapters along with still images and video demonstrations. You get lifetime access to this digital content on this website. It is entirely non-refundable, and for your personal use ONLY.
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