The 4 rules of watercolor [an easy method anyone can use]
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Do you avoid painting with watercolor? Beginner artists are often advised to steer clear of it, because it has a reputation as being difficult to use. But did you know there's an easy watercolor method you can use, which keeps you in control? Once you know these 4 rules you can use this easy watercolor method to create bright, 3D, realistic paintings by following just a few simple steps. The best part? Once you've learned this method, you can apply it to any subject.
In this video, we'll look at why watercolor goes wrong and how to use watercolors in a way that keeps you in control. Beginners and more experienced artists alike can learn and use this simple method. So if you've been wondering why watercolor is so hard and how to paint well with watercolour, have a watch.
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Key moments in this video:
00:00 - Intro
00:42 - How watercolors work
01:07 - Why watercolors are considered tricky to use
01:55 - Rule #1: Work gradually in layers
02:34 - Rule #2 Work on lights, then darks then mids
03:25 - Rule #3: Always make sure your paper is dry
03:45 - Rule #4: Use 'transparent' grade paints
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You are the first to suggest this method that I have seen, and the funny thing is that I have, in my learning process, been using your method all along, going counter to other instructors. I love realism and find that you are right about application of dark values before the mid tones. My most successful paintings have been the result of this process. Thank you for your video! I feel somewhat validated by it!
I would differ on one particular aspect which you pointed out as dry paper... Many watercolor artists make use of soft edges to achieve a high level of realism... In fact soft edges and controlled "bleeding " Are the essence of watercolor. For this they often use spray bottles to wet the surface with water.
This is applicable to realistic drawing in pencil!
@NatureStudioTV
3 ай бұрын
Yes, although it may need some tweaking as pencil is a different medium.
@dakotahsimonson631
3 ай бұрын
@NatureStudioTV hey yea your right! Do u think I should use a mechanical pencil? And lay it out first? Also I love your books ! When I'm done reading them I actually wrap your books in a cloth !
Well said! 🎨
Hello. I was at the library today and found one of your books!! I painted the strawberries today and they came out great 😅
WOW !!!
Love it! Nature connected creative life! Thanks for sharing your videos! Subscribed a while ago and still watching your tutorials!
@NatureStudioTV
Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
This is such an interesting and fun method, and I'm impressed how you explain and demonstrate it so clearly in such a short video. Thank you! And I saw on your channel page that you offer many more promising videos that I definitely need to check out as well. Subscribed!
Brilliant tutorial!
@NatureStudioTV
6 ай бұрын
Thank you
Oh wow that’s partially what I have been doing. But I’m understanding what I have been doing wrong with some of my painting. Thanks for sharing this wonderful information with us.
@NatureStudioTV
11 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Greetings Anna Mason- I love your work I see here! Yes, it's odd isn't it: so many seem never to have heard of glazing... which is why all kids at school must be forced to do botanicals and be given proper watercolours for it. We can surely afford to bring up enlightened new generations. Except our education systemfinally died with the 1970s, making mine the last decently educated generation. Soapbox moment, sorry. ANYWAY: Love that opening phrase you threw out there: a Nature-connected Creative Life. Supercringe, yow! Delightful: you have exciting depths of satire- I'm a fan! And now to subscribe-
@NatureStudioTV
Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you’re a subscriber. I’ve been a advocate for nature connection for a long time. It helped me a great deal. www.naturestudio.com/how-connection-with-nature-saved-me/