Watercolor | How to REALLY get an EVEN Wash - The Bead! 🎨

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    Hi friends!
    In this lesson I'll teach you how to REALLY get an even wash in watercolor.
    This is such an important skill to practice and internalize, because the next time you work on a painting it's just going to be better. Sounds good? (;
    We will make use of the BEAD in this video. We'll talk about how to utilize it to give yourself more time, and have a great result at the end.
    I hope you enjoy this one, and feel free to leave any comment and ask any questions you may have.
    Liron
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  • @OveRotstedt
    @OveRotstedt 7 років тому +68

    Best teacher ever!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  7 років тому +4

      Ove Rotstedt Thank you! 😁 This was really fun to record, I'm happy it helps!

    • @lisacarey618
      @lisacarey618 3 роки тому +1

      Im glad I postponed my shower to watch this...... an incredibly simple but oh so important skill to have. Thank you, Liron.

    • @annewatman677
      @annewatman677 3 роки тому +3

      I agree! I was looking specifically for wet in wet, and came across Liron. I don’t think I’ve ever found a better instructor for the basics! I’ve been doing a course on Udemy that covers this exact thing, but jumps right in to creating a fairly complex painting for beginners. I completed the first course, which was all wet on dry, and I somehow figured it out. But the wet in wet has been so overwhelming that I’ve gotten frustrated and stopped trying. I’m actually a decent acrylic painter, but watercolor takes practice. Love these videos!

    • @annewatman677
      @annewatman677 3 роки тому

      What is Flixzone? I just tried looking, and all I got was “Flexzone.”

    • @brandonpope646
      @brandonpope646 3 роки тому +1

      Wow, seriously! I just picked up watercolor and have been so confused and overwhelmed. Not being sure if the issues are my technique, the paint, the brush, etc. Now I finally feel like Im starting to understand. Thank you!

  • @leahf145
    @leahf145 Рік тому +9

    I am new to your channel & in my 40s. I would describe myself as a complete novice, with only about a year working with watercolors. Although frustrating in the beginning, I love watercolors (& all types of art modalities). With all your videos, I figure, it will likely take me the rest of my life to go through all your teachings. What a wonderful wealth of knowledge you have. I thank you sir, from the bottom of my heart, for sharing such helpful information 🙏🏼

    • @mirelairinapetre6503
      @mirelairinapetre6503 Місяць тому

      I think,if you work every day,it would not take you a lifetime to learn.Just do it with passion and joy( which I think you already have ). Best of luck,my dear,and a lot of courage! You already entered in a wonderful Univers,called Watercolour painting!👍🌹

  • @alano3834
    @alano3834 5 років тому +51

    This is the best demonstration with explanation of the bead in painting a wash I have ever seen. The best!

  • @d.domenick6702
    @d.domenick6702 5 років тому +8

    Liron, Thank you very much for this explanation. Artists on youtube, doing portraits seem to just dab color all over, then never explain what the are doing. A little blue here, some sienna here then all of a sudden the wash is smooth and blended and with depth and we have trouble understanding how it was done. This is an excellent video. Thank you.

  • @greenwillow5404
    @greenwillow5404 5 років тому +15

    Finally, finally found a teacher who could explain the bead to me!!! Thank you, thank you so much! This was brilliant. So grateful!!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  5 років тому

      Haha so happy I could help! 😊🙏🏼

  • @louisemckernan4938
    @louisemckernan4938 2 роки тому

    WHAT??!!! “…feeding the bead!!” Why have I never heard anyone else explain this? I live in a very very dry climate and struggle tremendously with the flat wash. I’ve never been able to maintain that elusive bead. I can’t wait to try this “feeding the bead” technique. Thank you so much for all the invaluable content you share, Liron. I have learned more from you than ANY other artist I’ve ever followed. You are my art hero…❤ 💪🏻❤

  • @rombrana6311
    @rombrana6311 5 років тому +2

    I'm a beginner in everything in arts .... i'm starting to paint with watercolors. I've seen at least 50 videos, and yours are the most informative, relaxed, giving great advice, practical advice !! mental advice !! and you don't to small talking (which I hate in 15 minutes videos). I'll be watching all of your videos for sure. This is just my #3.

  • @mushiArt
    @mushiArt 2 роки тому +1

    All these years of watercolor painting...how did I never learn this about the BEAD?! Thank you, Liron!

  • @ntanasescu76
    @ntanasescu76 2 роки тому +6

    The Bead!!!! I've watched and followed many beginner tutorials, and heard about the bead, but I really didn't get it's importance until I saw your video. I think I'm going to binge watch everything you've uploaded :)

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Nadia! 😁😁🙏🏼

  • @andreagriffiths3512
    @andreagriffiths3512 2 роки тому +5

    I’m so glad I’ve found your channel. As a complete beginner, this is really handy.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you 🙏😊

  • @cesarvides9729
    @cesarvides9729 7 років тому +18

    Damn right, best teacher. I discovered your channel earlier and I think I'm already hooked.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  7 років тому +1

      Haha thank you so much! Keep me updated on how it goes (:

  • @tombennett8306
    @tombennett8306 3 роки тому +3

    Best video I've found on UA-cam for this technique. Thank you so much!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much Tom! 😊🙏🏼

  • @joycedavidson2142
    @joycedavidson2142 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, so smooth so even..thank you for this demo.!!

  • @ndoorack
    @ndoorack 5 років тому +17

    This is an amazing technique that I can't wait to try! From an architectural watercolorist, thank you for this! I've been searching for a method like this to give me a consistent wash on my structures.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  5 років тому

      So happy to help! 😊🙏🏼 That’s the way to go when it comes to extremely large and complex washes

    • @barbiebrowny7003
      @barbiebrowny7003 2 роки тому

      Yes very important ☑️

  • @marcpearsall4225
    @marcpearsall4225 2 роки тому

    Best wash lesson I have seen so far! Thank you for sharing it!

  • @mariannehaugaardantonsen7108
    @mariannehaugaardantonsen7108 4 роки тому +3

    Hello Liron, and thank you for this video. I have struggled with my washes, but after watching this and following your advice, I begin to get some really good results. It's so motivating, thank you!

  • @KDubTwin2
    @KDubTwin2 7 років тому +15

    Thank you for this. I struggle with washes. This is a great lesson, I'm going to give it a try.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  7 років тому

      My pleasure, thank you ^_^
      With a little practice this will become second nature to you, and 100% intuitive.

  • @alanparker4989
    @alanparker4989 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for your generosity with your time. Great lesson

  • @susanhughes559
    @susanhughes559 Рік тому

    Hi Liron, I’ve been painting for a few years now and struggle with flat even washes over large areas. I now have the answer on how to achieve this. Finally, thank you 🙌

  • @RunLiveSG
    @RunLiveSG 2 роки тому +1

    Extremely good tip!!! I am finally able to do proper gradient!!!

  • @Renee11123
    @Renee11123 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you! Your technical instruction is just what I needed to make even washes consistently.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  4 роки тому

      Perfect! Very happy to hear 😊🙏🏼

  • @maris2sanae
    @maris2sanae 2 роки тому

    This was great!!!! Thank you for the tips! I love that you added the “roof tops” and showed us how to guide paint that is “stuck”. Your tips are amazing and the issues you address are so real!

  • @lindathaxton1994
    @lindathaxton1994 3 роки тому +1

    You are an excellent teacher! Thank you for sharing your techniques & skills! I am improving sooo much by practicing the basic techniques - amazing! SKILL=talent= practice=talent=practice=talent=work=practice 😁👍

  • @marcynewman3863
    @marcynewman3863 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much! You are great at the basics! Just what I need. You're a find!

  • @sandyrohde4176
    @sandyrohde4176 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Liron I just took a class online and they started with doing a bead all the way down the page. Now I know what a bead is!

  • @TheJudeJane
    @TheJudeJane 6 років тому +2

    Another great lesson that is very helpful to me. Thank you, Liron, for this fantastic instruction. As always, much appreciated, my friend.😊👏🏽💕You are extremely talented and have God-given gifts.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      So happy you found this helpful! 😊🙏🏼
      Thank you so much 🎨

  • @karenheal6536
    @karenheal6536 3 роки тому +3

    That was SO helpful Liron!! Such a great explanation of the wash

  • @anneadamczewski4187
    @anneadamczewski4187 5 років тому +1

    Hi Liron, I’m very grateful this gem of a video appeared. I’ve been taught differently but now I can see why your washes are so successful. I’m keen to try this technique for myself....Thank you!

  • @claresunderland2633
    @claresunderland2633 Місяць тому

    This is so clear. I’m going to try it right now.

  • @anujagautam5291
    @anujagautam5291 2 роки тому

    I’m learning the exact technique of doing the water color . Thank you, you are a very good teacher 👍

  • @helanna9843
    @helanna9843 5 років тому +2

    Thanks so much for this video, I practiced for an hour and really improved wet on dry washes. As a beginner, it was so helpful.

  • @uzmaagha4203
    @uzmaagha4203 4 роки тому

    You are officially my watercolor teacher! God bless 🙏

  • @ctn2190
    @ctn2190 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you I always had trouble with washes that dry up quickly. Watercolor definitely has a mind of its own.

  • @lanahmt7950
    @lanahmt7950 2 роки тому

    Thank you Liron! Your awesome videos are always right in time for me, I get a problem with enough water in my paintings). By the way, your speed of speaking increased incredibly for today but I still understand you well, it's amazing and cute!

  • @kathleenm3443
    @kathleenm3443 5 років тому

    Awesome. Never seen anyone describe The Bead before. Can’t wait to tryout. Thank You

  • @JoaoHenrique-xt2zf
    @JoaoHenrique-xt2zf 2 роки тому +1

    I'm not used to watercolors, but I was looking for a way to tone paper before my colored pencil drawings and I think this technique is perfect. Thank you!

  • @DwayneHamiltonArtist
    @DwayneHamiltonArtist 2 роки тому

    amazing technique that I can't wait to try

  • @mmmmlllljohn
    @mmmmlllljohn 6 років тому +2

    This was a great tutorial on washes - the best I have seen. Your commentary was very helpful and encouraging too. TFS!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      Thank you so much 😊🙏🏼 Happy you found this helpful!

  • @sharonsands708
    @sharonsands708 4 роки тому +1

    That was an amazing lesson. I truly respect you and your work. Thank you so much for explaining as you go, it was a great help to me.

  • @juliehigh8743
    @juliehigh8743 2 роки тому +1

    This was incredibly helpful information, thank you so much! Can’t wait to practice.

  • @monopinion8799
    @monopinion8799 4 роки тому

    Very good explanation for even wash. Darn goor tutorial and tutor. Great Liron. Take care.

  • @mmmmlllljohn
    @mmmmlllljohn 6 років тому +7

    Hi Liron, I just watched your video on your Beginner’s Drawing Course. Thank you for making it so affordable (i.e. cheap!) .... so, of course, I signed up. I am really looking forward to many hours of fun! ... so now I should subscribe ... thanks again!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      Awesome, thank you and welcome aboard! 😊🙏🏼 Don’t hesitate to let me know if you have any questions or need help with anything. And I hope you enjoy the channel too 😉

  • @cindybtanner3974
    @cindybtanner3974 3 роки тому +1

    I am going back to basics. Thank you Liron.

  • @dreamcatcher2175
    @dreamcatcher2175 4 роки тому +1

    Wow thank you so much. First time I managed to paint a clean wash right after watching this. I’ve been looking for a tutorial like this💕

  • @dkmoriel
    @dkmoriel 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent tutorial, thank you!

  • @orgoldvasser1653
    @orgoldvasser1653 6 років тому +5

    Thank you so much!! I was having a big trouble with washes, and it saved my life!! You are a really good teacher.😊

  • @freshorganicspabar6177
    @freshorganicspabar6177 2 дні тому

    Thank you Liron , brought me back to basics , exactly what i need right now> thx again. Larisa

  • @michaelklein5242
    @michaelklein5242 Рік тому +1

    Great lesson because what frustrates me is how uneven and blotchy my things look. I really want to learn to paint an object with a very consistent look to the color (say, as I like gouache usually does--even and flat). This tutorial really helps. I like your videos and happy I know of a place online I can visit for expert help. Thank you, Liron!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  Рік тому

      Happy it helps Michael! Takes a bit of practice, but once you get it you’ll be able to easily paint even washes 😁🙏🏼

  • @sebastianerhardt8867
    @sebastianerhardt8867 Рік тому

    These tutorials are KEY❤

  • @lkcrump9503
    @lkcrump9503 Рік тому

    Thank you , this is a good demonstration, can't wait to try it.

  • @vespa4jen
    @vespa4jen 4 роки тому +1

    I’m a subscriber and I LOVE your tutorials. Thank you so much for sharing

  • @scarz1951
    @scarz1951 3 роки тому +1

    I don't have sepia on my palette. When I want or need it I just mix a touch of ultramarine with raw umber. When painting with browns I usually mix three puddles... a sepia for one puddle then my ersatz sepia plus a little burnt sienna for a van dyke brown for the second puddle and burnt sienna plus raw umber for burnt umber. Raw umber is for me a far more useful color than sepia. For each his own. That's one of the great things about being different people and the existence of so many colors. There's something for everyone. Right? Riiiight!
    The tough thing about getting a large even wash is when the wash is interrupted by or has to be painted around objects...i.e..roofs, chimneys or smoke stacks, girders, cranes or other equipment etc. Not as easy then. Got any suggestions Liron?
    I'm trying to work my way through your vids. Oy! So many! You are one prolific dude. ✒✏📘🎨🎤🎧

  • @donnaramdin1454
    @donnaramdin1454 2 роки тому

    Great demo ...this is really going to help ...thanks for showing us

  • @Palatinate-o5d
    @Palatinate-o5d 2 роки тому +2

    This looks beautiful, and I will try it😊. And I like your paintings very much!
    Besides, I love both: traditional painting and painting on the iPad 😊. Greetings from Germany

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  2 роки тому

      Thank you so so much ☺️🙏🏼

  • @woodywood1951
    @woodywood1951 4 роки тому

    one of the bestvideo about even wash. Pretty good!

  • @helenmetcalfe774
    @helenmetcalfe774 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you, this was really helpful.

  • @dominiquefargues6020
    @dominiquefargues6020 2 роки тому

    Wonderful!!!! Super!!!! It really helps me ... I understand now my mistakes THANKS TO YOU !!! Merci merci!!!!

  • @HeidHorch
    @HeidHorch 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for adding the info about Sepia being part Ivory black - I didn't know that. Also a great tip to go back to basics whenever you're feeling stuck.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  5 років тому

      So happy to hear this was helpful 😊🙏🏼
      Thank you!

  • @darkorchids1
    @darkorchids1 Рік тому +1

    Thank you! This was tremendously helpful!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  Рік тому

      Thank you Nancy 😊🙏🏼 So happy to hear!

  • @mrspock2al
    @mrspock2al 7 років тому +2

    Very clear explanation and demonstration. I've always struggled with producing a smooth wash, but looking back it was due to too little paint. My puddles were too small. I'm going to try this exercise. Practice is a bit like shampoo - rinse and repeat :-)

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  7 років тому

      +Alan Snider Haha that's true 😁 More water is usually the solution for uneven washes 👌🏼😊

  • @irinilutai5648
    @irinilutai5648 4 роки тому

    great best leson on beading

  • @robertemond8838
    @robertemond8838 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you! This is exactly what I was looking for. I just didn’t know what question to ask.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  2 роки тому

      So happy to hear 😁🙏🏼 Thank you for watching

  • @CasparisHelena
    @CasparisHelena 4 роки тому +1

    What a great class. Thank you.🤙

  • @lisastewart4991
    @lisastewart4991 3 роки тому +1

    Great demo. Thank you!

  • @barbiebrowny7003
    @barbiebrowny7003 2 роки тому

    This is absolutely fantastic love your explanations on each video Exclusive ❤️ You definitely give us more courage to make an even wash of course we must all practice daily to achieve the perfection 👍 🇨🇦 Thanks

  • @pamelakananack6031
    @pamelakananack6031 2 роки тому

    Really explicit. Thanks.

  • @PaigeKeaton
    @PaigeKeaton 4 роки тому

    Very good teacher.

  • @felipecoelho1936
    @felipecoelho1936 4 роки тому

    Very clarifying! thanks!

  • @rowenakelly2324
    @rowenakelly2324 4 роки тому

    This is such a good lesson!

  • @pjlewisful
    @pjlewisful 3 роки тому +1

    I always enjoy your videos.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  3 роки тому

      So happy to hear 😊🙏🏼 Thank you

  • @natachabailly5618
    @natachabailly5618 4 роки тому

    Just great!

  • @Sick1982
    @Sick1982 2 роки тому

    Very valuable information!! Thanks!!

  • @marylwhalen9641
    @marylwhalen9641 5 років тому +2

    Liron. Wow. I am a total beginner to watercolor. I love the way the paper absorbs the water. I love the way the pigment disburses onto the paper, depending on how much water you use. And doing the bead technique for an even wash is like doing a meditation. I can't wait to try it!
    One question: when you sketched in the two roofs, did the graphite serve partly as a physical boundary that the paint would not cross, or was it just a visual guide for you? If you used ink, charcoal, etc. would it have affected the paint differently?
    Thank you! So happy I found your channel!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  5 років тому

      Thank you so much 😊🙏🏼
      So happy I could help!
      The pencil lines are used purely as a guideline (: They don't physically stope the paint from moving there.

  • @karenwhite8969
    @karenwhite8969 2 роки тому

    This was very helpful. Thank you.

  • @sandrajohnson2489
    @sandrajohnson2489 4 роки тому

    I'm glad you did this tutorial. I have issues with not getting washes even. It's okay when it's the sky and even water but with other things it isn't. Thanks!!!

  • @lindame4834
    @lindame4834 2 роки тому

    This helped me so much. Thank you.

  • @lizpryz
    @lizpryz 7 років тому +10

    Hi Liron! When you paint do you always keep your sketchbook or paper at an angle? That seems to be the only way I can get this to work. Makes sense if you are at home or using an easel, but when you are out doing urban sketching do you also make sure to keep it propped up? And how vertical do you position it?

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  7 років тому +12

      That's a great observation (:
      It's always easier to produce an even wash with the paper at an angle, as it helps the water bead.
      When painting outside I have the sketchbook on my lap, and it does have an angle.
      Sometimes you have to kind of cross your legs to get it to work.
      The real challenge is when sitting at a cafe or something similar, and having the sketchbook on the table. In that case I'll usually put something under it, to create a small angle. It's better than nothing (:
      EDIT: for me around 20 degrees works best, but it's really a personal choice.

  • @salilna9051
    @salilna9051 Рік тому

    Thanks for the teaching 🙂

  • @raulbudusan
    @raulbudusan 5 років тому +1

    These are such great videos, thank you for sharing

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  5 років тому +1

      So happy I can help with the vids 😊🙏🏼 Let me know if you ever need more help

  • @fluffyrawan7656
    @fluffyrawan7656 6 років тому +3

    Today I learned. Thank you so much :D

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому +1

      It's my pleasure, happy this helps!

    • @fluffyrawan7656
      @fluffyrawan7656 6 років тому +1

      Liron Yanconsky you replied the moment I am watercoloring, lol

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому +1

      Haha good job! Hope you have a great session :D

  • @DavidMiltonJones
    @DavidMiltonJones 6 років тому +2

    Great tutorial. Thanks!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      My pleasure, happy you liked it (:

  • @michaelgervais2901
    @michaelgervais2901 3 роки тому

    I needed to see this video.
    Subscribed!!

  • @lturner7159
    @lturner7159 2 роки тому

    This is great 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @ruthbowe9295
    @ruthbowe9295 6 років тому +1

    Merry Christmas Liron

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      Thank you 😊🙏🏼
      Wishing you a lovely 2019!

  • @nikkihuang7635
    @nikkihuang7635 6 років тому +1

    Fantastic, thanks for your awesome videos!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      My pleasure 🙏🏼😊 Thank you!

  • @caire5641
    @caire5641 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the explanation really helped 👍

  • @saimakhalid8156
    @saimakhalid8156 4 роки тому

    thanks alot sir...u techniques are so good.

  • @rupalishankerarthub
    @rupalishankerarthub 6 років тому +1

    Great Video on how to get an even wash!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      Thank you 😊🙏🏼

  • @denniscaeton9577
    @denniscaeton9577 3 роки тому

    THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH. WONDERFUL, RELAXING PRESENTATION

  • @disha19848
    @disha19848 Рік тому

    wonderful explanation
    thank u soo much

  • @veratek1
    @veratek1 5 років тому +1

    Excellent explanation and tutorial

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  5 років тому

      Thank you, so happy to hear 😊🙏🏼

  • @judithridley1444
    @judithridley1444 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much

  • @stevesidare2493
    @stevesidare2493 2 роки тому

    I never learned the bead method. Know I see how. Part of the trick, too, is not over-misting it.

  • @amandasmith5600
    @amandasmith5600 2 роки тому

    This works great - even on my sketchpad Canson paper (which is not good). Thank you!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  2 роки тому

      Happy to hear 😁

  • @saysolinka109
    @saysolinka109 3 роки тому +1

    I should have known this trick before doing the assignment!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  3 роки тому +1

      Haha, happy you know it now! (:

  • @johnnyrbattaglio6943
    @johnnyrbattaglio6943 3 роки тому

    Thank You so much I really got a lot out of this video 😃

  • @ShamilaArt
    @ShamilaArt 6 років тому +1

    thank you that was very helpful!!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  6 років тому

      So happy to hear, thank you ^_^

  • @joaobaffa730
    @joaobaffa730 7 років тому +1

    Liron, Great video for beginners like me. Do you have any video about Brushes? Keep your great work, man!

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  7 років тому

      Thank you, I sure do! (:
      ua-cam.com/video/d98XZomEeqM/v-deo.html
      This was when I was a year into watercolour - it's the brushes I came to use most frequently.

  • @bravesoul1558
    @bravesoul1558 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you, I always struggled with a perfect flat wash.

    • @LironYan
      @LironYan  4 роки тому

      Happy I could help (:

  • @aureliojmnz2959
    @aureliojmnz2959 Рік тому

    the GOAT