I am 86 yr;old and two months ago ,for the first time in my life I began learning how to paint in as many mediums as possible.I spend about 40 hours a week learning,practicing.I am currently working on a kids storybook about a mallard duck family.These techniques are a great help! Especially painting 12 baby ducklings.They seem to come to me more naturally than many other techniques.Thanks so very much.
Love your straightforward explanations. I learned a great deal with your video. Thank you so much! You sound so sweet. Have yourself a great day! Your paintings in the background are fabulous! ❤❤❤❤😊😊
Please don't laugh at my comment - but this was magical. I don't paint many pet portraits in watercolor - mostly acrylic - and some of these techniques are not new to me - but I really loved the "pencil" technique. Thank you for sharing. I am definitely going to try this on my next animal painting I do.
Wow! wow! wow! The grainer brush……the pencil technique……the scraping…..all new techniques to me. I just subscribed…will be watching more of your videos tonight. Thanks!
I didn't come for the techniques, to be honest. I often watch other artists for their process and I loved yours. I take a slice of your organized approach, if I may 😊.
I mainly work in a different medium. I have a major project in mind that requires new medium, inks and watercolor, and want to build the skills to take it on. Hadn't jumped in, yet, mainly due to physical difficulty with tiny brush handles, but can work a pencil for a bit of time! Never thought of it, which is unusual for me to not figure something out. Thank you for rescuing me from myself; I am inspired and have a solution! 😊
Oh this makes me so happy! It's fun to think of all the ways we can use ordinary tools. Painting doesn't always mean brushes only! I hope your project goes wonderfully.
Very interesting techniques and the bird turned out gorgeous. Won't use iridescent paint, I guess. Wondering if metallic pencils can create same result...
Two more question do you paint for other people? I have two Dobermans I’d love to have a painting of. You do absolutely beautiful work. I asked about the paper earlier, I watercolor, or should I say I give it a heck of a try, papers confuses me 100 % cotton just isn’t my favorite paper, I use professional grade paints and I like my brushes I have real squirrel hair and several artificial bristles? What your thoughts on the paper if you don’t mind?
Yes I do! You can learn more about commissions at aquilawatercolor.com Thank you so much for your kind words! Yes paper is so important, and it is good to practice on a few different ones until you find what you like. Everyone has their own favorites. I share my recommendations in my supply list at paint333.com and go over all the aspects of paper in there too. Cheap Joe's sells paper sample packs if you want to start there, otherwise I would highly recommend Fabriano Studio Cold Press if you aren't having the best experience with 100% cotton. Once you find a paper you love it could really change your whole practice!
I need me a grainer brush! It looks so cool and useful! Great painting as always! I am going to try to make a bunny and a horse portrait for Christmas gifts and I am pretty nervous (but excited!) I have never done *realistic* animals before, but I have been watching you and Ashley Hawkes for a while, so I should have it down 🤣Wish me luck! Also, what brand of paint do you use please?
@@artandmusic09 oh that sounds so fun- if you have reference photos you are really excited to paint then you are already half way there. I use American Journey from Cheap Joe’s but I also love M Graham. My supply list talks about lot more about how to choose great paint. Let me know how your portraits go. 🥰🎨
Yes and no - it can be hard to make a pencil mark on wet paper, but when you push the paint water into the dry areas and also push down on the pencil, then you can achieve pencil marks. I like pencil lines in my watercolors so I just let it happen.
@@melindaavila498 ooo moonglow is gorgeous! You should test that and see if you like it. I have limited experience with it but from what I remember it might not get super dark or mix as well with other colors. I believe it has awesome granulation though.
There is a link in the description near the top. It is a file in Google drive, so you will have to agree to leave UA-cam when you click on it. I hope you can find it! I tested the link on my end so I think it's working.
I had to look up fugitive, I had never heard that before! But yes, Opera pink is not lightfast and will fade over time. In my experience I haven't noticed fading on my old paintings, but I do protect them with Dorlands and keep them out of the sun. I just love this color too much to use a substitute, so for me, it's worth it! Happy painting!
Typically, studio grade paper is cheaper because it is mostly cellulose instead of 100% cotton. Cellulose makes the paint behave a bit differently, mostly because it is not as absorbent as cotton. I'm demoing on this paper because it is a cheaper option for beginners to practice on. Its lack of absorbency gives you more time to work with the paint before it dries. I still paint on it for my 11x14 commissions because I just love it so much.
@@Merzui-kg8ds agreed! Paper is the most important supply. I used Fabriano Studio (not 100% cotton) cold press. I talk more about why I love it in my supply list! Paint333.com
I think you'll love utilizing these four techniques. Make sure to grab your supply list: www.paint333.com
I am 86 yr;old and two months ago ,for the first time in my life I began learning how to paint in as many mediums as possible.I spend about 40 hours a week learning,practicing.I am currently working on a kids storybook about a mallard duck family.These techniques are a great help! Especially painting 12 baby ducklings.They seem to come to me more naturally than many other techniques.Thanks so very much.
Oh wow thank you for sharing this with me! I'd love to see the storybook when you are finished, what a fun project. Very happy painting to you!
Love your straightforward explanations. I learned a great deal with your video. Thank you so much! You sound so sweet. Have yourself a great day! Your paintings in the background are fabulous! ❤❤❤❤😊😊
You are so sweet and kind, thank you! Happy painting!
Please don't laugh at my comment - but this was magical. I don't paint many pet portraits in watercolor - mostly acrylic - and some of these techniques are not new to me - but I really loved the "pencil" technique. Thank you for sharing. I am definitely going to try this on my next animal painting I do.
@@annehebert6959 yay! I love your comment, thank you for sharing it with me. The pencil technique is so fun, right?! Very happy painting to you!
The pencil technique!🩶🖤♥️
@@coolrunnings3 Right?! It opens up a whole new way to "paint"!
The talent you show here is quite impressive. Wow 🤩
@@bonniemartin8184 oh wow thank you!
Perfect explanations, no boring intro!! Im yours🤣🤣
Haha right?! 😂 Thank you for being here! 🥰
I love your pencil technique! Wow, had never thought to do that! Thank you for this fun tutorial!
Right?! I stumbled upon it just having fun one day and had to share! Thank you!
Just found your video. Fabulous
Thank you Janet! 🥰
This bird is so darn cute! Thank you for sharing a joyful experience!!
Thank you too!
these are great tips that i'd never heard of before with water colors. Subscribed. Thank you!
Watercolor is limitless! Thank you for the kind words!
Lovely tutorial, very clear! I'm definitely trying that pencil technique. The blackbird is really cute.
Eee thank you! Pencil painting is so fun, def give it a go!
So talented. Thank you for sharing!
That means so much, thank you!
I can’t wait to try these techniques! Thank you!
Happy painting!🎨
I'd love to see how you would do this technique with foliage. Great tutorial!
@@karenlin3919 I might have to make another video! ☺️
Thank you 😊
I'll give this a try!
Wow! wow! wow! The grainer brush……the pencil technique……the scraping…..all new techniques to me.
I just subscribed…will be watching more of your videos tonight. Thanks!
Oh this means so much, thank you! Very happy painting to you!
I am so grateful I discovered your channel! ❤🎨
eee! me too! 😃🎨
Many thanks 😊
I can't wait to give the pencil technique a try, those legs have always had me miffed on how to get that look. Thank you so much 😍🤩
You’re going to love it! 😃
I loved this so much! Thank you for sharing your talent and knowledge of watercolor.
Watercolor is just the best! Happy painting!
Beautifully done and such a cuty!
Thank you! 😊
Thank you so much for sharing this. I really enjoyed it!!
@@cre8ingit321 eee thank you!!
This is THE BEST watercolor video I have seen!!!
And I have seen A LOT!
Subscribing. ❤
Oh wow thank you so much! Happy painting!
Really helpful. Thank you.
eee thank you!
Great tutorial, thank you so much for sharing 😊
Thanks for watching! 🎨
È delizioso! Grazie!
Great video. Kind of new to watercolor. Subscriber for sure. ❤ Techniques I never new.
Eee thank you! I think you will just fall in love with watercolor, happy painting!
Wow! Technic
Thank you for a great detailed tutorial. Very helpful and beautiful! I'm subscribing!❤
Oh yay thank you!
Bellissimo!!!!❤
I didn't come for the techniques, to be honest. I often watch other artists for their process and I loved yours. I take a slice of your organized approach, if I may 😊.
@@eddabrandes7395 I love that 🥰
Very interesting. Thank you.
Perfect explanations, no boring intro!! Im yihrs🤣🤣t
superbe félicitons
I mainly work in a different medium. I have a major project in mind that requires new medium, inks and watercolor, and want to build the skills to take it on. Hadn't jumped in, yet, mainly due to physical difficulty with tiny brush handles, but can work a pencil for a bit of time! Never thought of it, which is unusual for me to not figure something out. Thank you for rescuing me from myself; I am inspired and have a solution! 😊
Oh this makes me so happy! It's fun to think of all the ways we can use ordinary tools. Painting doesn't always mean brushes only! I hope your project goes wonderfully.
Thank you!
You are so welcome!😊
Love your video ❤ folkart paints are fabulous too. Subscribed and Thank you 😊
Thank you so much!
Terrific video🇨🇦
Very interesting techniques and the bird turned out gorgeous. Won't use iridescent paint, I guess. Wondering if metallic pencils can create same result...
Ooo yes that could look so good!
Wow
Two more question do you paint for other people? I have two Dobermans I’d love to have a painting of. You do absolutely beautiful work. I asked about the paper earlier, I watercolor, or should I say I give it a heck of a try, papers confuses me 100 % cotton just isn’t my favorite paper, I use professional grade paints and I like my brushes I have real squirrel hair and several artificial bristles? What your thoughts on the paper if you don’t mind?
Yes I do! You can learn more about commissions at aquilawatercolor.com Thank you so much for your kind words! Yes paper is so important, and it is good to practice on a few different ones until you find what you like. Everyone has their own favorites. I share my recommendations in my supply list at paint333.com and go over all the aspects of paper in there too. Cheap Joe's sells paper sample packs if you want to start there, otherwise I would highly recommend Fabriano Studio Cold Press if you aren't having the best experience with 100% cotton. Once you find a paper you love it could really change your whole practice!
Awwww your beautiful kitty needs a bigger bed! Nice video tho! Thanks!
haha yes! He is a chonker and we love him very much.
I need me a grainer brush! It looks so cool and useful! Great painting as always! I am going to try to make a bunny and a horse portrait for Christmas gifts and I am pretty nervous (but excited!) I have never done *realistic* animals before, but I have been watching you and Ashley Hawkes for a while, so I should have it down 🤣Wish me luck! Also, what brand of paint do you use please?
@@artandmusic09 oh that sounds so fun- if you have reference photos you are really excited to paint then you are already half way there. I use American Journey from Cheap Joe’s but I also love M Graham. My supply list talks about lot more about how to choose great paint. Let me know how your portraits go. 🥰🎨
@@aquilawatercolor Thanks! I hope I can try out both brands some day! And I definitely will!
Are you making actual marks with the pencil as well as moving the paint?
Yes and no - it can be hard to make a pencil mark on wet paper, but when you push the paint water into the dry areas and also push down on the pencil, then you can achieve pencil marks. I like pencil lines in my watercolors so I just let it happen.
Would Moonglow work as a neutral?
@@melindaavila498 ooo moonglow is gorgeous! You should test that and see if you like it. I have limited experience with it but from what I remember it might not get super dark or mix as well with other colors. I believe it has awesome granulation though.
I love Moonglow and use it often as a neutral. Burnt Siena and Ultramarine in tiny amounts if I need it slightly warmer or cooler/darker.
I can’t find the bird reference photo
There is a link in the description near the top. It is a file in Google drive, so you will have to agree to leave UA-cam when you click on it. I hope you can find it! I tested the link on my end so I think it's working.
I sell my original work, so I don’t use fugitive colors. Opera pink is fugitive. Other than that misinformation , very well done video.
I had to look up fugitive, I had never heard that before! But yes, Opera pink is not lightfast and will fade over time. In my experience I haven't noticed fading on my old paintings, but I do protect them with Dorlands and keep them out of the sun. I just love this color too much to use a substitute, so for me, it's worth it! Happy painting!
Que trabalho lindo você faz! Simplesmente adorei suas explicações! Muito obrigado!
This means so much to me, thank you!
Could I ask why the paper is only 25% cotton?
Typically, studio grade paper is cheaper because it is mostly cellulose instead of 100% cotton. Cellulose makes the paint behave a bit differently, mostly because it is not as absorbent as cotton. I'm demoing on this paper because it is a cheaper option for beginners to practice on. Its lack of absorbency gives you more time to work with the paint before it dries. I still paint on it for my 11x14 commissions because I just love it so much.
I am not sure I heard what paper you use. The techniques you are showing rely heavily on the quality of the paper to work.
@@Merzui-kg8ds agreed! Paper is the most important supply. I used Fabriano Studio (not 100% cotton) cold press. I talk more about why I love it in my supply list! Paint333.com