How To Paint A Large Middle Value Shape and Why it's Crucial
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Four weeks ago, I shared a tutorial of a first wash that you might have seen. In this we were painting loosely and applying the lightest value of different colors throughout the painting. This next tutorial is going to build upon what I taught there, so if you haven’t watched that, check it out.
The next step is the connected middle value wash, which is the most challenging but also the most important part of a painting. It is what makes it read well from a distance and also what allows you to take advantage of the best part of watercolor - the blending of colors from one into another.
In my video I elaborate on the following steps:
Step 1 - Analyze your painting for the large middle shape.
Step 2 - Premix some of the colors that you’re going to use in this shape.
Step 3 - Paint efficiently to connect the shapes that you want connected.
There is a lot to think about during this stage, and I hope you watch the video for all the tips and tricks.
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The painting you have as a sample is beautiful! Your idea of several brushes is very helpful. I actually tried it at some point, but I was not sure it was "the right way." I am very glad I've found your channel. Thank you for these tutorials!
I have really been struggling with this idea of "connecting shapes," and your explanation was about the clearest I've seen. Thanks.
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
I'm really glad to hear that, Nancy! Best of luck to you.
This is great. Thanks for the video and I love your work in general. I've been painting watercolor casually off and on for a few years now and I've heard this again and again, but I feel like it's actually starting to make sense now, hah.
@learntopaintwatercolor
3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome, Dan. Glad you liked it! It takes time to learn to paint that way for sure. I’m glad it’s clicking for you.
Thank you Matthew. That makes so much sense. Now comes the hard bit - putting it into practice!
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
You got it, Mia!
Maravilloso, gracias!😍😍😍😍Subscribed!
@learntopaintwatercolor
Жыл бұрын
Welcome!
Matt, I think your explanations really make perfect and clearly logic sense for tying it all together ❤ great work
This is very useful, as you explain the why and how of the painting process. I could have done with seeing this when I started about 3 years ago. Looks like I'll have to reboot a bit. Subscribed! Happy New Year to you.
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
So glad it’s helpful for you!
Your videos are amazingly helpful, thank you!
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
SOOOOOOOO VALUE YOUR LESSON, THANK YOU.
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that!
Great topic, Matt. Made me rethink my process as I tend to not think about “connection”. Thanks
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it John. I hope it is helpful for you!
Thanks! This was an amazing tutorial!
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
Thanks a lot for sharing!
@learntopaintwatercolor
3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
Thanks❤
The middle value, awful stage, I’ve just realised is where I fail. The middle value can have darks as well, so the values within the middle value also differs. It helps very much if we can see the reference photo all through the demo. This gives a better idea of exactly where the middle values are.
Good video Matt!
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
great advices, like always
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
My paintings look overworked from the word start. Thanks for explaining the steps so clearly. :))
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
Superb work
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊
God… I wish we could have seen what is happening between 5:30 and 5:33. This part is beautifully done.
What size is your sign painters brush
Now you can just use the prompt "water color" in midjourney and it does this in 30 seconds.
Why are your paints always wet globs in your palette? Do you squeeze out new paint every time you do a demo? Why not work from dry paint?
@learntopaintwatercolor
2 жыл бұрын
I don't always add new paint but I do spray the paints before I start so they are easier to use.