Abstract Loose Watercolour Painting // To Get You Started!

How would you like to loosen up your watercolours and just paint. This video encourages you to get your paints out and just have a go! Would you like to learn more about watercolour painting? Check out my Patreon membership: / karenriceart - includes ad free content, EXCLUSIVE TUTORIALS and sketch outlines etc...
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[@deeroyable]

Thanks! Your tutorials totally changed my approach to painting. I feel like I went from "copier" to "artist". You are a fantastic teacher!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you for sharing Dee! That is amazing!

[@mahendrakondekar2679]

This is great learning for me. It includes all important water colour basics and other hacks. The painting appeals more than the photo

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you!
I’m so glad you found this tutorial useful.
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[@carlduffin]

What I like about your approach Karen is that nothing is rushed - you don't have to get things done before the paper dries.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@ransfordmclean7570]

Karen, you’re by far one of the best in my book.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@tamsinholland1297]

I fell in love with the violet in the background; it gives the whole painting that dreamy effect that I adore!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Tamsin, I am delighted that you think so!! 😀

[@cindylouwhobohl6983]

Absolutely gorgeous Karen! Love watching you paint! I love that when you list the colors of paint you are using ....you always mention what you can use as a substitute.

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased you like this tutorial and found the colour alternatives useful! 😊

[@alvirosy]

Yeah it doesn't look exactly like the photograph. Guess what, it looks prettier! Love the dramatic look on it! 🌊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! I am soooo pleased you think so!!

[@randallbartlett1369]

I love the freedom in which Karen paints. Wonderful misture of values and contrast!!

[@angelawalker9793]

This is what I love about watercolour - it’s delicate and ethereal, and you have captured it beautifully. Thank you! My style tends towards realism, you’ve inspired me to try ‘loose’.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful Angela... I hope you give this style a try!

[@The_Invisible_Man]

Love this one! You must love painting

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊 - and yes I do.

[@HeiderosesPhotograph]

This reminds me of Falmouth S-Cornwall I have been in 1970, what a nice place this was. I did not want to leave this gorgeous fisher town, but I had to go back to school. Thank you for this wonderful tutorial.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Ann! I am glad it has reminded you of a special place in your past! 😀

[@IMMA383]

Truly mesmerizing. Your loose landscapes are the best, Karen!.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Imma :)

[@ropi8739]

Lovely, absolutely lovely!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@misszsazsa6288]

This painting turned out beautifully! Stunning, in fact! There is nothing I enjoy more than learning more loose watercolour techniques. Thank you!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@carolwetherington429]

Beautiful! Thank you being so inspiring!

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome Carol! Thank you 😊

[@robbrown1790]

Gorgeous!!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Rob 😊

[@ritaharker8792]

Really love this, it’s a stunning tutorial in atmospheric watercolour. Thank you so much for showing us how.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@maryannegunter115]

Another beautiful watercolor and tutorial. It's so calming to watch and listen to your mellow voice. I will attempt this soon! Thank you

[@antiochfoxlake7]

Absolutely beautiful. I am inspired as usual.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful!

[@kattdejager6102]

insantely beautiful, I love this, the greens are wonderful

[@katherinewinfree7831]

Absolutely beautiful! One of my very favorites of your paintings, Karen!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Katherine! I am so pleased you think so!!

[@nh5083]

Love your soothing voice as you paint this gorgeous painting. I like how you explain and show different techniques also.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@halinaopala7489]

Thank you Karen for this lovely and inspiring tutorial. Your painting is much prettier than photo.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Halina! That is so nice of you to say 😊

[@francinepitarch6061]

Absolutely beautiful. You make it look so easy. Your blessed

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Francine! So lovely of you to say!😊

[@ashleyjohnson334]

Thank you so much for sharing. Absolutely loved watching you paint.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@patriciadupuis9857]

What a terrific tutorial! It's so refreshing to be challenged by some abstract techniques, really stretching our creativity; it wakes us up! .I'm anxious to try it. As always, many thanks.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful, so pleased you like this tutorial Patricia! 😊

[@eepaulsen]

Love this. It’s beautiful

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank yo so much Elizabeth, I am so pleased you think so!!

[@IsleofWightBushcraft]

That’s really nice Karen.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@dorisschmeichel2949]

Lovely, lovely painting!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Doris! I am so pleased you think so!

[@cherylweaver5129]

Beautiful !

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Cheryl!

[@chrischurchley7003]

Lovely and loose - you have some great textures and great colour choice. Thank you 🙏!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Chris! It was so much fun to paint! Especially as it was from my own photo 😊

[@christinehill6887]

Beautiful!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Christine

[@kathleenhoward7070]

So beautiful! Thank you so much!

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome! Thanks Kathleen 😊

[@joycesnodgrass7068]

Thank you, Karen!

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome Joyce... thank you! 😀

[@ninakennedy5130]

Beautiful! Thank you!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you too!

[@danielleleclaire9974]

Fantastic atmosphere, i love the colours you choosed and the way you represent the cliffs!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Danielle, so pleased you liked this one! 😀

[@stephaniepegg5325]

Love it!

[@vimim5088]

The green looks so fresh..Beautiful👌

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@annejameson3425]

Gorgeous!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@sarahnorthrop9823]

I painted this today! I didn't know I could paint like this. Thank you Karen, your tutorials are so clear and easy to follow. I'm new to this and have yet to master the sparkly water effect I think I need to invest in the correct brushes too! I thoroughly enjoy your videos and I really enjoyed painting this. 😊💖

[@aliciadaniels5712]

Xawesome

[@julieo8017]

Your tutorials always get me inspired and motivated
Cheers thank you so much

[@KarenRiceArt]

So happy to hear that Julia! Thank you!

[@lindaking9222]

Really like this abstract painting

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Linda! Really pleased you like this abstract style of painting 😀

[@miraschwartz168]

This is soooo beautiful Karen. Tank you for all yours tutorials.

[@KarenRiceArt]

thank you so much Mira 😀

[@rosiefarrell3833]

Fabulous and so loose. Thanks, Karen

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Rosie 😀

[@jacintheboudreau5459]

Beautiful painting💞😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Jacinthe 😊

[@nanditamishra2871]

Very beautiful. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Nandita for inspiring me to paint again in this style! It has been so popular! 😀

[@susanritchie9456]

Wow! Beautiful!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😊

[@janelloyd7601]

Fantastic Karen. Thank you

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Jane 😊

[@mandygreen9152]

Again Beautiful! thank you Karin!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Mandy! 😀

[@leahevergreenart]

Oh wow! That is so cool. I never would have thought to use a wax crayon to save the white of the paper.

[@deirdrehalstead6963]

Simply gorgeous and soooo inspirational! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent, love your style Karen. 🙏💕🙏

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Deirdre! :)

[@christineriley8832]

This is very beautiful. Thanks for this tutorial. I’m definitely going to give it a try.

[@KarenRiceArt]

That is wonderful Christine! I am so glad it has inspired you to have a go! Have fun 😊

[@aMAZEingU]

Love this! Great demonstration of various techniques. Feeling inspired!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful! So pleased!! Thanks so much 😊

[@hArtyTruffle]

Thanks Karen ✨

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@MerrrryBeth]

Gorgeous Karen!!! This is my new favorite!! 👍❤️❤️❤️

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful! Thank you Maribeth!

[@adrianlucashernandez9324]

This is wonderful! I'm thinking of returning to watercolor and your methods are very fresh and inspiring, thanks for the video!

[@KarenRiceArt]

I am so pleased you think so! I hope you get a chance to paint in this style with watercolour 😀

[@carolstefan7662]

Love your paintings Karen!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much

[@catherineadkins2774]

Another great tutorial! I love the abstract landscape and the techniques you show us! It’s beautiful! As a beginner I have trouble being loose with my painting. These methods will be helpful!

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased you found this helpful 😀

[@jilld8787]

Lovely!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks Jill

[@ellenc2527]

Thank you so much for sharing, I really love your work. You do such a wonderful job of explaining as well!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@ashleyevans3330]

Very beautiful! Great job!!!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@philliparthurjones9405]

Excellent andmind blowing the detail is unreal PJ Tassie

[@annemiekebelgraver7400]

Lovely! 👌

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@glynda6224]

Being new to watercolours I never knew about the white wax crayon. It looks so much easier than masking fluid as you can use your natural technique when applying it instead of being so deliberately controlling with fluid. I cannot wait to try this.

[@KarenRiceArt]

It is very freeing to use wax, far less control than masking fluid, but for this style of painting ... perfect! I hope you have fun using it Glynda 😀

[@Bearwithme560]

​@@KarenRiceArt Is this a two-part tutorial? I can't see where, on this video, you applied the wax resist crayon. Thanks again for your inspiration.

[@elizabethgrant9833]

Love it! And thank you for your encouragement.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome 😊

[@elizabethmorgan2513]

This is BEAUTIFUL! I’m going to give this technique a go! So well done!👏👏👏❤️

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy painting this one

[@barbaragemin5117]

I really like this one Karen. Also, this time, because the paper caught the light source I realised just HOW wet your paper was! The page was not just wet but flooded. This is important I think, as it’s not always clear just how wet the paper needs to be to get those lovely runny effects. Lesson learned. Thank you Karen.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Barbara! So pleased you like this tutorial and found it helpful... especially in regards to how wet the paper was... I will try to discuss this in more depth in future. Thanks so much for pointing it out 😀

[@graziellarocha8896]

Just a wonderful technic

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@lherzog27]

Beautiful work! I love water colour and the unpredictable nature of it! You are an inspirational teacher! Thank you!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! 💕

[@ranias76]

beautifull Karen ,thank you for posting.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome! Thank you Claire 😊

[@cathyintally]

I love this very much. Much better than photo!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wow, thank you for saying Catherine! 😊

[@tacaheca]

Wow, the preview looks amazing. Can't wait to watch the Video. Thanks.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Hope you like it!

[@andrewfrost8866]

Really, really nice!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Andrew! 😀

[@SarahNewburyArt]

Wonderful Karen! I love how this turned out with all the different textures. 👍🏻🥰😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Sarah 😀

[@Pepper4545]

Love the music💞. Love the painting.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@atombomb50]

love your lessons thanks

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@pattycyr8662]

This is great - love it!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much!

[@pamelaknott6707]

Really beautiful Karen. Your videos are always so informative and full of helpful tips. Thank you for your time in doing these.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are most welcome Pamela! So pleased you find the tutorials helpful 😊

[@aditimukherjee5405]

Brilliant work!!❤

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@rinaamaya7382]

This is so beautiful thanks

[@KarenRiceArt]

I'm glad you like it

[@annalouisephillips479]

Wonderful painting!😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@artplace5976]

Absolutely wonderful painting!))

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@ritadave7375]

Amazing and inspiring, love your innovative ideas.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Rita!

[@susanhepburn6040]

Thank you very much.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Susan 😊

[@gabrielleannacormierart]

Such an interesting process! And beautiful results ❤️ thank you for sharing!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@manonparadis1314]

Magnifique

[@JohnSmith-pd2dq]

Well done Karen ... it is beautiful ...

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you John 😀

[@karolfrench5816]

Very precise THANKYOU it’s good to have a narrative this way. What happiness art is. To see and create. Wonderful

[@KarenRiceArt]

Glad you enjoyed the narrative Karol... thank you 😀

[@kimdavies4542]

Love this , will be having a go. 😀

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Kim, really pleased you like this and I am so looking forward to seeing what you do!! Have fun 😊

[@amywagreich9042]

Wow, beautiful!
Great painting!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@clareclemens4849]

I've just found your channel and found this painting so inspiring. Thanks so much.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome!

[@fuzzydragons]

wonderful piece and the card does create really nice texture once the paint is dry 🙂

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@gailbryce5842]

Thank you so much Karen, absolutely beautiful, so inspirational, looking forward to this on your patreon channel

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Gail... hope you enjoy the longer more in-depth Patreon version... should be published later today 😊

[@user-od7lf5yh1y]

Thank you. ✨

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are most welcome 😊

[@petermanns92]

Karen, this is wonderful! ❤️👍

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Peter! 😀

[@rejanearagon6215]

Your painting looks much better than the photograph!! I love this so much! Thank you for the tutorial

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@marialunatorres7581]

Karen fantastic very colorful work and a good visual exercise Thank you very much

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased you like this painting Maria! Thank you 😀

[@jennywhisconier7777]

Love!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@cindyseverson2917]

Can't wait to try this on my Patreon. Thanks Karen

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Cindy! I hope you enjoy the Patreon version, should be uploaded later today 😊

[@carolinafernandezoro733]

Excellent!!,

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Carolina 😀