Paint a Winter Robin in Easy Scandi Style Watercolor (plus bonus Christmas Tree) painting tutorial

Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль

As they often say, less is more! This pared-down Scandinavian style watercolor Christmas card of a robin, and a second quick one of a Christmas tree, inspired by other similar ones I saw online are ideal for those who like neutral, linear and simple decor in their life.
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  • @user-tg6ev6bb6q
    @user-tg6ev6bb6q11 ай бұрын

    I love the way you paint birds. Very beautiful

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much 😀

  • @elizabethshort2100
    @elizabethshort2100Ай бұрын

    I love your birds you paint. You make it looks so easy.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks so much 😊 it’s just practice!!

  • @trishmcleod6245
    @trishmcleod62452 жыл бұрын

    Splosh! Technical terms I understand. Bless your heart.

  • @carolyndaughton3373
    @carolyndaughton33732 жыл бұрын

    Diane, I honestly can't get enough of your channel, paintings and teaching techniques! I look forward to them so much. These paintings are charming and the robin is the sweetest! I loved watching you paint the tiny pine cone and replayed it a few times. Pine cones were always a struggle for me and now I think I've mastered the art thanks to your tutorials. Oh, and that fun little whimsical Christmas tree is an added bonus...perfect for a card! Don't you just love that light board! It's such a time saver when I want to recreate one of my drawings. Thank you Diane and Tamsin for these lovely tutorials.

  • @paulalotte1146
    @paulalotte11462 жыл бұрын

    OMGoodness that Scandi tree is great!! I wish I had an imagination like yours. I just sit here staring at a blank sheet of paper not knowing where to even begin.

  • @ReneeW59

    @ReneeW59

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same!

  • @marydarby6740
    @marydarby67402 жыл бұрын

    That has got to be the sweetest little bird I’ve ever seen! I like the Scandia style. It makes it look soft and whispy.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Mary, for your kind comment x Hope you enjoy giving it a try.

  • @susanamer7904
    @susanamer79042 жыл бұрын

    Dear Diane, you really can't go wrong with choosing a robin , I love, love , love the scandi style . These would make wonderful little framed presents. So sweet. I admire your straight talking honesty about painting in detail, as sometimes I don't feel good enough but that is no disrespect to any other tutor , as when my brush hits that paper I just let it go and have a wonderful time with you 😊 Thanks for showing us all your fabulous techniques .

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Susan, for your wonderful comments! So glad that you're finding my videos helpful. I do hope that you have a go at these little paintings which I'm sure would please many of your friends and family! Thank you so much for sharing and supporting the channel xxx

  • @damecupcake
    @damecupcake2 жыл бұрын

    I struggled with opening tubes where the paint seemed dried like glue. Then someone gave me the tip to put a little square of cling film/plastic wrap between the cap and the tube and it works like a charm! No more stuck tubes and hot water redemption.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent idea Debbie!

  • @katekelner184
    @katekelner184 Жыл бұрын

    Love that funky tree. The Robin is very sweet too! Thankyou

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Kate!

  • @alichtenwalter
    @alichtenwalter10 ай бұрын

    I love the bird for christmas cards Thanks

  • @wimjanssen2181
    @wimjanssen21817 ай бұрын

    My 117 th. From a constant rainy Netherlands to an even more rainy studio from Diane😅. Lucky me again a robin🎉.like the style and the tree is very unique 😂. Thanks , still learning.😊wim

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    7 ай бұрын

    We had sunshine today!

  • @kimschmidt3959
    @kimschmidt39592 жыл бұрын

    Scandi style so simple. Something much needed for this busy time. Thanks

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @Angie-pl3uw
    @Angie-pl3uw2 жыл бұрын

    Love the robin, and I love the tree as well. As you say, Scandi style is really in. It is all so pretty and simple! Thank you, Diane.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @tracylamarca575
    @tracylamarca575 Жыл бұрын

    Oooooh - I love that - "fill the world with peace!" The music, listening to your voice, the rain I could hear, I think and painting this simple little robin is definitely a recipe for a peaceful hour for me! I'm NOT trying to get a jump on Christmas.............I just really liked the look of the bird........I will try the Christmas tree a little later in the year! And yes - hygge! I've heard that strangely pronounced word before - feeling cozy and content with simple things!

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tracy, yes, it's too early for Christmas for me, too! In the middle of a heatwave and drought it is the last thing on my mind! So glad you enjoyed the robin - he was very popular last year and I hope he'll make a reappearance this Christmas!!

  • @deannamunro8148
    @deannamunro81482 жыл бұрын

    Diane - what a little charmer this one is! And the tree?? I LOVE it - quirky and unapologetic!

  • @kimfilek9717
    @kimfilek97172 жыл бұрын

    I so need simple right now in the merry go round my life is at the moment. This soothes my soul .Thank you so much !

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Kim, thanks so much for your comments and supporting the channel! Really hope that you manage to squeeze these into your busy schedule!!

  • @MeeganMakes
    @MeeganMakes Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your instruction for simple water color painting. These ideas are something even I could do. It’s always enjoyable to watch you, Diane.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much 😊 I’m so glad you enjoy them!

  • @estelalozdon6096
    @estelalozdon60962 жыл бұрын

    I love that Scandinavian style, simple but strong. Thanks for sharing ❤️

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @lfarnham6990
    @lfarnham69902 жыл бұрын

    What a lovely tree! So free and loose. And quirky. Just what watercolor does best. Thank you!

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much 😊

  • @bonniegarson80
    @bonniegarson802 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I’m making book marks as Xmas gift from these tutorials ❣️

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful!

  • @jennifermcintyre6231
    @jennifermcintyre62312 жыл бұрын

    two wonderful ideas.....love the simplicity of the Scandi style. I don't know what people like anymore as well....it's very freeing not to have to worry about such things. One of the only good things about getting older......carry on Diane.

  • @roxannerosecrans4441
    @roxannerosecrans4441 Жыл бұрын

    Very cute 🥰

  • @NicholeFraserSicNic
    @NicholeFraserSicNic2 жыл бұрын

    Love love love 💚💚💚💚 💋🤗

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!!

  • @posiesutton2009
    @posiesutton20092 жыл бұрын

    More lovely ideas! Having great fun pulling up all your Christmas themed lessons to continue my “not waiting until the last moment” attempt!! Again, thank you Diane 1❤️

  • @debhalld9794
    @debhalld97942 жыл бұрын

    Love the Robin. And, the tree really surprised me! Surprised by the fact that I truly like it a lot! Thanks for adding that in!!!

  • @lynnemartin2291
    @lynnemartin22912 жыл бұрын

    Perfect. My favourite adorable wee robin. 🤗🤗

  • @diverte
    @diverte2 жыл бұрын

    so pleased I've discovered your channel - love the robins .I'm really enjoying painting some cards thank you

  • @maryannknox7158
    @maryannknox71582 жыл бұрын

    Adorable

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like him! Thanks for your kind comment!

  • @user-bk8qn9rh5k
    @user-bk8qn9rh5k Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoy watching all of your videos. This style of painting is so pretty. Please do more!

  • @posiesutton2009
    @posiesutton20092 жыл бұрын

    Lovely.❤️

  • @armandefrance701
    @armandefrance7012 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this, I was drawn in even further as you began creating with bringing E.Tolle into the room.

  • @melindaavila498
    @melindaavila4982 жыл бұрын

    Simply Sweet! I look forward to painting the little guy.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Have fun! Thanks for commenting!

  • @teresamcfall9491
    @teresamcfall94912 жыл бұрын

    Love both of your scandi style robin and tree. I think the tree will be my refrigerator art picture for this week😉.

  • @darleneplant.6284
    @darleneplant.62842 жыл бұрын

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it, , especially the tree, it reminds a Charlie brown tree or a tree you see in Hoo village, outstanding 😀

  • @lindakostrowski7981
    @lindakostrowski79812 жыл бұрын

    love them both!

  • @amywagreich9042
    @amywagreich90422 жыл бұрын

    Very cute!

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @karent.8245
    @karent.82452 жыл бұрын

    Very nice! 👍

  • @janetwhincup5784
    @janetwhincup57842 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I haven’t been painting for a while but this has encouraged me. I have done the Robin so far. 😊

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @marikareimer4411
    @marikareimer44112 жыл бұрын

    I love these little cards ! :-)

  • @pathird7529
    @pathird75292 жыл бұрын

    Unique and charming😁 Thank you so much again for all your lovely paintings. ☺️

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure 😊

  • @mridulascreatives
    @mridulascreatives Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful painting❤

  • @susancook1617
    @susancook16172 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Diane, I wish my sploshes looked liked yours😊. Lovely paintings.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can do it!

  • @charquilter
    @charquilter2 жыл бұрын

    If it weren’t for wide rubber bands, I couldn’t open most tubes. They make great grabbers for older fingers! I do enjoy your videos and especially your robins. Thank you so much for your channel. Charlotte from Texas.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s a very good idea Charlotte. I will look out some rubber bands - I’m sure I’ve got some somewhere - and keep them handy. I usually end up using the corner of a sweater to get them open which is not a very good idea 😔

  • @lindamello6457
    @lindamello64572 жыл бұрын

    Good cards ! Nice and simple and SCANDI !!! Thank you ❤️

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @angelaschultz3109
    @angelaschultz31092 жыл бұрын

    You inspire me every time ! Many thanks

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy to hear that! So glad you enjoy and thanks so much for your kind comment! Hope you paint loads of my tutorials!

  • @lindaking9222
    @lindaking92222 жыл бұрын

    Really like these…simple yet effective 🙂💗

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @annettefournier9655
    @annettefournier96552 жыл бұрын

    Your channel just popped up on my feed. So welcome simple this time of year. I don't want to do cabins in the snow. I dislike doing buildings so why should I? Lol. Thank you so much . I subbed while I'm here. Love the sound of the rain BTW and coukd hear you just fine.😉💜

  • @seattlesue178
    @seattlesue178 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Sue, much appreciated!

  • @danakolpin1289
    @danakolpin12892 жыл бұрын

    Great paintings

  • @donnacarraway9182
    @donnacarraway91822 жыл бұрын

    Love it! My first time hearing about the Scandi style! Where have I been?! Thank you again!💕

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me too!! I didn’t know it had a name! It’s kind of something to do with IKEA!

  • @deannamunro8148
    @deannamunro81482 жыл бұрын

    PS: Great music!

  • @cathykirwan2292
    @cathykirwan22922 жыл бұрын

    Love these! Thank you so much!

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them! Thanks for your kind comment!

  • @feschannette4227
    @feschannette42272 жыл бұрын

    Love

  • @vickibell6923
    @vickibell69232 жыл бұрын

    Sending you my thanks for sharing your skills.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Much appreciated Vicki!

  • @1radruth
    @1radruth2 жыл бұрын

    Nice👍🏻😊

  • @amyb82941
    @amyb82941 Жыл бұрын

    💜💜💜

  • @soheilaparvin1367
    @soheilaparvin13672 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for telling us the names of colours.

  • @ReneeW59
    @ReneeW592 жыл бұрын

    Simple and cute! I loved hearing the rain. And what I'll say in December is, be glad it isn't snow! Hello to Tamsen! Does she also paint?

  • @mistyrosemarie
    @mistyrosemarie2 жыл бұрын

    This is a beautiful robin!! What brand is the vermillion that you used here?

  • @denisezimmer8569
    @denisezimmer85692 жыл бұрын

    As always, showing us a new technique and sharing your talents. As you know today was busy for me, but never, ever too busy to end my evening watching you paint. Thank you so much, I love this style and look. I really like the idea of this for a card, both the bird and the tree.

  • @francesfree
    @francesfree2 ай бұрын

    Not concerned about the accuracy! That's music to my ears and makes me feel I can have a go too... thank you!

  • @kathysunshine699
    @kathysunshine6992 жыл бұрын

    I so love this!💕… As usual watching you makes my day! Thank you, I do have a question Do you ever use liquid watercolor paint?, It looks very bright and fun, like ink, but Vam not sure how to find out more about it, like how long it lasts light fast wise, though I only make cards, so as long as it lasts a little while, I’m good. LOVED that tree!, so striking!👍

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Kathy! So glad you enjoyed it! I have to admit I haven't ever used liquid watercolor paint. Can you tell me what brand you are considering buying? I'll try to get hold of some to try it out.

  • @kaycarpenter33
    @kaycarpenter332 жыл бұрын

    ❤️

  • @damecupcake
    @damecupcake2 жыл бұрын

    Not familiar with this style. Thank you for sharing it with us. Such a great sap green on the tree.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome! Something a little different!

  • @marydarby6740
    @marydarby67402 жыл бұрын

    Hi Diane. What kind of pencil are you sketching with? Where can I get a lightbox?

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mine is made by someone calling themselves "Lightenergy" and there is a link to it here amzn.to/32l8g7F The pencil is just an HB lead in an old silver propelling pencil holder.

  • @marydarby6740

    @marydarby6740

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Diane!🤗

  • @oldfool2635
    @oldfool26352 жыл бұрын

    Diane would you please include the picture you are painting from in the frame as you paint , it would be a help. Thank you.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the suggestion!

  • @suewheeler9402
    @suewheeler94022 жыл бұрын

    What brand light pad do you recommend?

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is the one I’m using Sue.amzn.to/32l8g7F

  • @suewheeler9402

    @suewheeler9402

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @suemauer5965
    @suemauer59652 жыл бұрын

    I didn't catch the name of the second green in that cute little Christmas tree... is it Hooker's?

  • @karenholst8306
    @karenholst83062 жыл бұрын

    👍👍👍💕💕💕🇩🇰

  • @susanb4816
    @susanb48162 жыл бұрын

    I looked for the sketches but it just wanted to send me to Facebook and I don't do Facebook. If it is not on your site, please direct people to Facebook

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Susan. Here’s the link you need.dianeantone.com/free-downloads/. Hope this helps x

  • @emisode
    @emisode2 жыл бұрын

    Sorry, I´m in Sweden. What did you say? Bird?=fågel pronounced fogel same a as in cause

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, the word was HYGGE !!

  • @CarosLines
    @CarosLines Жыл бұрын

    Not mix decimals and fractions? Of course, you can - it's called being flexible! I mix inches and centimetres too, which upsets my architect sister - :)

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    I also mix Fahrenheit and Celsius. That way I can confuse everyone!

  • @lindymiller1795
    @lindymiller17952 жыл бұрын

    When it rains so loudly,turn up your mic please.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    So sorry about that. I'll remember that.

  • @kathysunshine699

    @kathysunshine699

    2 жыл бұрын

    It came out loud and clear on my phone, in spite of the lovely rain sound…is your phone working ok?

  • @mossmade5x5
    @mossmade5x52 жыл бұрын

    Odd to this VA. mountain gal but strangely pleasing.

  • @DianeAntoneStudio

    @DianeAntoneStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like him! Thanks for your kind comment!

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