I have found these techniques incredibly helpful as I was not making progress. Realized it was time to go to the basics and focus. The author does not over-explain, but points out important details and illustrates well. Thanks so much! I will continue to view!
@kenleyojones
6 жыл бұрын
I dont understand why there is any thumbs downs? This guy is freely giving out loads of good information. Thanks MOW for your videos!
@mindofwatercolor
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@crosswind76
6 жыл бұрын
maybe they dont want info given out for free, after they spent thousands for Design & Art school? Lol. who knows. Sometimes I think FB automatically labels some Videos with thumbs down, for competition? who knows. Maybe just Trolls!
@zoweegeewhiz
6 жыл бұрын
Who would give a thumbs down....trolls abound!
@jlroussin
6 жыл бұрын
Trolls who don't have a life, so they have to give thumbs down to great videos.
@mebs001
5 жыл бұрын
Some people think their opinion is more important than it really is. It doesn’t matter anyway, because KZitem counts both a thumbs up and a thumbs down in the same manner, as a public response. 😏
@rachelstewart1809
3 жыл бұрын
In December I decided to start playing with watercolor. It's super fun, but unlearning 50 years of oil, acrylic, and pencil is a challenge. Your videos are absolutely the best regarding how to work with this medium!!! Blotting water from the ferrule end (another vid of yours) was better than sliced bread. Thank you so much💦💙🙏🖌️
@karenturner-cf7vq
2 ай бұрын
I have watched all three demonstrations, I think you can always learn with watercolour, and gain inspiration, Thankyou
@user-jz4ff4en4y
8 жыл бұрын
You are without a doubt the best water-colour related channel I've ever found. Kudos!
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
+S//\\SH why thank you very much!
@lorrieg4498
5 жыл бұрын
I never cease to be amazed. I have been struggling away with watercolor without the basic know-how explained by Steve in this video and others. It is like wow is that how you do it, and that apples to his entire series on basics for washes, brush strokes, paper, etc. Lots of other videos available on watercolor painting, but The Mind of Watercolor by Steve is the best, by far. There is so much to learn. It is one thing to be an artist, but to be able to teach is yet another gift.
@elliebenton4770
3 жыл бұрын
I am 72 and finally have the time to learn to watercolor. This artist is terrific.
@filmsnotdead
4 жыл бұрын
After teaching in public schools and colleges for 62 years, i now have time to try to learn new skills. I have attempted watercolor inthe past, but now I have found an excellent teacher. Thank you for this well designed and presented series. Jim
@TheAgelessdiva
3 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy to have found your videos! I used to draw in high school back in the 80’s and every so often I did fairly well with a piece and I would take it to my farther for approval and he would tell me he liked it but would also tell me to stop putting my energy into it because you can’t make a living doing it. I finally stopped and didn’t draw till this year. That’s over 30 years of experience I allowed to go by without enjoying. I came across a few videos that made my inner artist sing and you are one of them. I now dream in watercolors. I love how you teach, you are calming and explain the technique in a simple manner. Thank you 🙏
@jenniefrench1338
2 жыл бұрын
I love the clouds that use a thirsty brush to pull the whispy grays in different directions. I suppose it is a wet technique but really helps to show how the brush can pull those shapes and it looks so beautiful. I don’t think I ever get tired of looking at the sky.
@jillross9383
7 жыл бұрын
It is now starting to make sense thanks to you Steve. The best watercolour tutorial ever.
@deso5626
4 жыл бұрын
This guy knows his rules. Learning lots !
@deborahgiuffre5494
Жыл бұрын
I’m definitely going to practice your wash exercises. They are the cornerstone to achieve everything else that follows.
@rainbowfox1934
4 жыл бұрын
Those techniques can be used for so many things.
@Frieda_Kamstra
2 жыл бұрын
Im an absolute beginner in watercolor and was struggling with the washing. After looking at your videos it finally goes the right way! Thank you soo much! 👍🏼
@katepanthera7265
2 жыл бұрын
Terrific video! That 'tip' about wetting a larger area than you intend to paint, so not to get hard edges - genius! Wish I'd figured that out a lot sooner - but hey, better late than never. At 5:11, that looks like trees (darker) with a snow (lighter) blanket around it. The 'haystack' - it's a group of rocks, silly! Very 'impressionist"! Very nice tree at the end, too!
@yeahgirl11
Жыл бұрын
Haha glad someone else caught those too lol
@phyllisbrochu7867
7 жыл бұрын
I've been watching watercolor tutorials for about 3 months. I agree with the previous comments...your instructions and commentaries are the best! Thank you for sharing . I have lots more of yours to watch!!
@colleenmcchesney1482
2 жыл бұрын
You’re kidding me 😮🤯! Wow!!! The technique of getting the paint to move on a dried shape. I have to give it a try. Great examples! Thanks for giving me the boldness to keep on going.
@KarunGajria
3 жыл бұрын
Learning these techniques is so much fun and fulfilling. You are a master magician imparting some magic to everyone around. Cheers!
@meggraham7564
Жыл бұрын
Another marvellous tutorial. I really like how you make sure everything is explained clearly and then give examples of usage. 😃
@bridgette7546
9 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tutorial! I'm kind of shy about the water coloring, but I love it. Your videos have given me the courage to take the step into water coloring. Thank you, again! 😅
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Yeah! Glad to hear it!
@happymv5350
9 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness....this is the stuff that makes watercolor so appealing to me. The possibilities are endless! "Dig" watching the paint respond to water and whatever ever else it comes in contact with. Love it.
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Marjolein Vanderhoeven Couldn't agree more! :-)
@colleenlever976
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all this help. I watch and rewatch you all the time.
@philwattis6748
9 жыл бұрын
I have tried and tried over the last 6 weeks without success, after watching you on KZitem, and persevering it is starting to make sense I am still practising the basics and with the inspiration and fun you make these steps I feel I'm on my way. I must add I'm 64 years, and from the UK thanks Steve keep up the great work, and happy painting Phil
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Phil Wattis Thanks Phil. Happy painting to you!
@christinebell2294
7 жыл бұрын
Best watercolour channel ever.Thankyou x
@mindofwatercolor
7 жыл бұрын
Why thank you!
@gourdsbyjm
8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for producing and creating these videos. They are very informational. I also appreciate and enjoy the scripture at the end of each video.
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
+Jana Manning And I thank you for the appreciation!
@michellesmith2420
4 жыл бұрын
I've learned so much from you in the last few nights of no sleep cause I can't get enough . I went and finally bought paints and paper . I'm committing to this . Poor Reese has been kicked to the curb today 😜 🌞 Thankyou so much for being crystal clear in every way .
@dipanjanjana9518
7 жыл бұрын
Really helpful understanding the basics. The best thing is he shows clearly how things work & can be implemented. Thanks a lot!
@m072049
7 жыл бұрын
In feel so blessed to have found your teachings...by far the most understandable and comprehensive information I could wish for! I am most grateful! Thank you so much. Marguerite
@maggiedoor6093
6 жыл бұрын
The second example was a great help. Never thought to make my wet area bigger and let it fade out itself. It looks more natural to me than blending it out. I liked the effect on the tree too.
@maryriley6163
5 жыл бұрын
Love this wet in wet demonstration. The wet wash on tree trunk was the bees knees and I envision it for mossy ground as well. Thanks so much.
@kasulu57
4 жыл бұрын
understood after long gap the application of water wash..thanks a lot
@tinak5765
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent demonstration. Simple,clear easy to follow.
@cheekymonkey6573
6 жыл бұрын
I just love the way you explain watercolour - so professionally and jet everything seems so simple. Every time I tried wet in wet I would mess everything up - after watching your tutorial I think I used to much water. Thanks for help!
@cindykingsland766
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all of the great basic instructions. I am new to watercolor painting. Your tips and basics have helped to clear up some of my questions about this medium.
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Cindy Kingsland You're welcome!
@imnotfromhere
8 жыл бұрын
After watching your tutorials, I think I've been painting too dry! I thought I was already using too much water. I really appreciate your showing the sheen of the paper for more than a few seconds. I'm starting to understand just how much water I need to use to create the effects I've been looking for. Thank you so much for sharing these videos. They truly are very helpful to beginners like me. :)
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
+pini2k Your welcome. Glad this was a help. How dry vs how wet is a choice and each is appropriate at various times. It just depends on what you're trying to accomplish. Its never the same throughout my painting.
@imnotfromhere
8 жыл бұрын
I will take that into consideration. Thank you for the tip!
@hienhuynh9974
7 жыл бұрын
thanks for your great tutorial 👍👍 I've just started with watercolor 3 months and your tutorials have really helped me to understand the basic steps of watercolor
@mindofwatercolor
7 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@dannwiester360
9 жыл бұрын
I did not know you could do a wet in wet on bone dry paint like that, wow that is going to be so much fun and and a lot less work to achieve a natural look. Thank you for sharing.
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
dann wiester Quite welcome! Works well on Arches Paper. Just lay it down lightly and carefully. If the dry wash is heavy with pigment you might loosen up the underlying pigment. And papers will vary due to sizing differences.
@bethmiller4266
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Marty for your time and effort. Your tutorials have really pushed my work forward 👍🌻
@Griesinho
6 жыл бұрын
Your videos really inspire me. And they lead me to practise, excercise and experimenting. I‘m getting better just by following your excamples and loosing the „fear“ of this wonderful medium
@TerrieJohnson731
7 жыл бұрын
I tried the onion like your haystack- 2 mistakes, should have waited for it to dry more, and used my new rigger with thicker paint. Will practice on spheres tomorrow! Trying for expressionistic contour lines.... 2 thumbs up. I feel like I am learning! Many thanks to you and Reece!
@micheleburnett5418
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Thank you! I was armed with expensive paints, brushes, paper and a strong wish to paint with watercolour. I was almost ready to throw in the towel until I came across your channel. Your videos make it all possible to achieve for me. I am re-inspired and cannot stop practicing now that I have a little practical knowledge in my paint box. Thank you again!
@Savvypriya
3 жыл бұрын
These episodes are so good. I am just starting out with art and watercolors. I tried doing a few backgrounds after watching some KZitem videos but was not able to get the desired result. I watched all 3 episodes in this series and now I know the problems I was facing. These videos also help understand how to begin playing with watercolors. So good. Thank you
@Ruby-wise
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I really like painting trees-this helps so much in creating natural looking bark.
@barbaraelliott7078
7 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so comprehensive and helpful in de mystifying watercolour. Barbara
@franciscogil7473
6 жыл бұрын
i'm new to using watercolor and was kind of lost because i've never painted anything, and this channel gave some good tips.
@emobitch1027
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Very educational. I love watching your videos to learn more about watercolor because you do such a fantastic job at explaining everything.
@galemckiddy5120
Жыл бұрын
Very clear and helpful! I can see now where I am making my mistakes. Thanks so much 😊
@Cheryl5154
8 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you, thank you for these three videos demonstrating and explaining washes! You do it so well. Oh how I wish my husband could have lived into the You Tube age -- we always wanted to take a watercolor class together. He would be enjoying your tutorials as much as I am. Enough jibber jabber -- it's time to PAINT!
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
My pleasure. I'm glad your here to watch!🙂
@BornAgainFarmGirl
3 жыл бұрын
I already found a mistake I’ve been doing in lesson 2, very helpful Steve . Never think your done learning 👍🏽 folks .
@LaLa_ArtGal
5 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy to have discovered your early videos! These are WONDERFUL! I'm learning such good specifics, and it's already making a difference in the splashing around that I do. THANK YOU! 😁🖌😍
@margehermann9690
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, and for the word of God , blessing
@jessieadair
8 жыл бұрын
Hello, Steve. I'm new to learning about watercolor. I got a couple of library books for beginners to see what tools I need to begin but I learn best by watching so I came to youtube. Thank you very much for sharing your tutorials. I've subcribed and now I'll go to the beginning of your series and watch them in order.
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
+jessieadair Very kind and encouraging. Thank you, glad the videos are a help!
@briayanlopez
7 жыл бұрын
I just found my water color teacher!!
@Roslyngal
3 жыл бұрын
I’m just a bit envious of anyone getting to experience Steve for the first time. Wait until you see how many vids you get to binge! 🤣
@elaine-cb
8 жыл бұрын
Thank you Steve.... Only half way into this video and suddenly it's hit me..... Now I understand how to let the 'dropping-in' colour technique to allow it do amazing things THEN fade to white with no lines/edges! Complete stress saver, I love the effects, but whenever I have managed to achieve them it's a sheer fluke... A happy accident, finally it all makes sense to me! I have also learned after watching you, to.... S L O W down, like you do, you are so relaxed. I believe this must be because of the balance of having enough water ..... Right brush for the size of paper, giving time to move pigment or water. That's yet another valuable piece of knowledge you have shared with us. Thank you so much!
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Elaine. Glad this made sense to you. You've summarized it well and I always love seeing those "light bulb" moments with my viewers.
@PamelaRubel
6 жыл бұрын
I am so glad you make videos! Very very good 💗 thank you!
@jia01510
5 жыл бұрын
This is so helpful! Thank you for your detailed explanation of the wet-in-wet technique!
@sandycraton934
4 жыл бұрын
so glad I found your site
@marinadossantos7822
7 жыл бұрын
Wow, finally it all makes sense to me! oh this technique seems so much fun!!! Now i understand the "magic" ....it's time to practice!!! You really are the best watercolor teacher I've encountered!!! Thanks Steve, God bless you!
@mindofwatercolor
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@delphinewood7519
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making simple to understand videos. Enjoy all I’ve seen and looking forward to seeing more. Keep posting! 😊🌵
@rosevanbuskirk4155
2 жыл бұрын
I want the thankyou package. Love your water color.I am learning a lot from you, thank you. .
@anniv3894
4 жыл бұрын
The hay . I see a lion sleeping with its back to us 😁 thank you for the blessings you share . Happy thanks giving
@rebeccaelliott4332
9 жыл бұрын
For years I have loathed watercolour because it seemed uncontrollable. With a bit of great tuition I am beginning to learn that it is can be controlled .. it's just about knowing your medium. Clear, concise and really easy to follow. Thank you.
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rebecca. Right you are. One of the main reasons I chose the name "Mind of Watercolor" is because of that seeming "mind of its own" personality. Glad to hear your back at it again.
@jhs7384
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
@alandryer9861
5 жыл бұрын
These episodes are so helpful - very clear! Thank you so much!
@joanporter916
7 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your watercolor vedios. You are my favorite watercolor artist. I appreciate The relaxed clear demonstrations. You are also so fun
@braelia2585
7 жыл бұрын
Oh my god thank you so much for aaaaaaaaall of these videos! Seriously you are a GREAT help for a beginner!
@tre14321
8 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your watercolor techniques! I feel like everyone else just tells me to, "throw salt on it!" There has to be more to watercolor than that.
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
Indeed there is. Salt can get a bit gimmicky too if you use the effect too much.
@patriciah3235
6 жыл бұрын
tre14321 Agree. I tire of the funky techniques that are no substitute for the basic techniques and principles.
@JuliannaKahn
8 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for an extremely informative demonstration. I am just getting an introduction to working with watercolors. It has started with the new water coloring book, Painterly Days, but I am getting inspired to take it further. I am learning so much from you but for me, these wet washes are the real magic of watercolor painting. Thanks again.
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
+Julianna Kahn They are indeed. Thanks for watching!
@paulettevandenbosch6265
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you ! Such good videos! 🎨
@PeterPalmiotti
9 жыл бұрын
Lessons learned, thanks for sharing your process Steve!
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Peter Palmiotti You bet!
@jparker59able
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. These videos are very helpful.
@judythnelson5365
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for these very helpful videos, I like the Bible verse at the end!
@christineeverett2309
6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations... on this thorough series of lessons... you know your stuff... And this will sure make water coloring a less risky business... Good luck with your community...
@billdollar6155
5 жыл бұрын
Liked the video. Thank you.
@ellenconklin8643
5 жыл бұрын
I love your videos... as one other viewer said you stay so relaxed... I always felt like I was always hurrying before the paper dries.. you explain it so well...and make it look so easy and beautiful.. thank you ! 😬👍
@rizalmanmisran7547
4 жыл бұрын
Watercolor bring me here, thanks for sharing dude..
@StephenMarkTurner
7 жыл бұрын
I really liked these 3 videos on washes. I can actually manage a large area not too badly, but I had no idea how to do smaller or irregular areas without fussing (and often just lifting the wash right back off the paper) :-). As an aside, it is probably not watercolour, but I am haunted right now by a Stephen Quiller painting where he has this completely stunning strong flat even blue in much of the painting. I would love to have that much control (maybe one day).
@andymandyandsheba4571
9 жыл бұрын
wet in wet is the freedom of painting i love wet in to wet now
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Yessiree!
@andymandyandsheba4571
9 жыл бұрын
i use wet in wet when painting my flowers i also flow colors over colors its a great effect
@cheryllapham6279
5 жыл бұрын
This is great information. I tend to paint dry on dry for the second layer (and sometimes I forget the do that for the first layer too) because I wasn't aware that I could do wet on wet twice (or more). Really love this technique. Now if I can just remember it when I'm outside.
@lauriepeterson8441
3 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to learn more so helpful.
@valeriachilders
5 ай бұрын
That is amazing! Thanks.
@angiewillsonarte
8 жыл бұрын
I am so excited to see this one - I am new to water color and have been practicing a lot- finally bought better paper, etc. - this is how I paint - and I love it. I prefer abstracts - always have had abstract prints in my home - 30 years of them. These ideas on this video are very helpful to me. I also will practice your earlier techniques as well. I like how you talk about "the mind of watercolor" - this is so much fun - discovered this at age 52. Love it! thanks!!!
@mindofwatercolor
8 жыл бұрын
+Angie Wilson You're welcome! Glad this was a help.
@Watching_Koi
7 жыл бұрын
I love how you go so in-depth with different watercolor techniques.
@RosannaCRogacion
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! YOur videos are so helpful to someone starting out in watercolor. The lessons are all amazingly easy to follow. You are amazing!
@mindofwatercolor
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@mikeguywest
7 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorials on washes! I'm trying to learn watercolor on my own and could not figure out the washes and how to get soft edges until I saw your videos. Thank you so much! I subscribed and will watch your other ones too.
@mindofwatercolor
7 жыл бұрын
Welcome!
@patriciah3235
6 жыл бұрын
I took a 1 day course, then picked up a lot in tutorials. MOW is one of my favorites. Watch, experiment, discover how you like to paint, find other artists with whom you can share, and grow. What talents we have that show us we are made in the image of God. Thank you Steve.
@SatenSheets
6 жыл бұрын
This is the best Technique, I love how it does it's own thing
@quetz.143
5 жыл бұрын
you sir are amazing. you are able to convey your knowledge very well :) thank you for sharing your talent!
@galemckiddy5120
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Thanks!
@safwansai8975
7 жыл бұрын
Lots of thanks you are master
@meri8746
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@pialehmann9806
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I just made a mess today. Your hints are helpful!,
@NMranchhand
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing those great examples. I like the way you make wet-in-wet do your bidding instead of hoping for accidents. Hope isn't a strategy. I have subscribed.
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
NMranchhand Thanks, and welcome!
@belindahall5220
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your help and ideas!
@AnaCarboneChambel
7 жыл бұрын
YOU ARE AMAAAAAZING, thank you so much
@iamrhazell
3 жыл бұрын
This is such a great help for beginners~~~ :D Thank you so much.
@GeorgeDeep
9 жыл бұрын
Loving this series. Thank you!
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
3dxstudios Glad to hear it!
@dianewolf2312
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this terrifying medium seem approachable. Have just finished the 3 watercolor washes series which cleared up so many questions I had. I can not find anything more recent than 3months ago for comment. Hey, is anybody out there or have they learned so much already that they do not need any more lessons. lol.😍 I am just a new beginner at the ripe old age of 79 and believe that tutorials are the greatest things. Do you have anymore that are under a year old..
@mindofwatercolor
5 жыл бұрын
None newer but check out my basics playlist in case you missed something. kzitem.info/door/PLiMPR1KaCr-kMYoHVNbotPV1ZP66jT_fY
@kathyhaynes1415
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve. It would be fun to put down some random colors, wet in wet, then sketch a scene plein air or from a photo to see the interesting results.
@mindofwatercolor
9 жыл бұрын
Kat Haynes Yep, sounds awesome!
@sufi749
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, I really love your tutorials. Can you please post a video about dark/black background. Thank you.
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