The Biggest Mistake Beginners Make In Watercolour

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  • @Port712
    @Port712 2 роки тому +746

    Now I found the solution for the problem of the hard edges I always make when painting watercolour.
    Then, what I tend to do is to add too much water to recover which just lifts off good dark hues and creates even more hard edges.
    Those hard edges do put me off painting watercolour because I feel so inadequate.
    Eventually, I paint every surface even just like kids do.
    Thank you so much, Karen! You taught me not just how to avoid hard edges, but I can have a hope.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +63

      I am so pleased that this has helped and try not to be too hard on yourself. Watercolour is all about the practice, keep at it and try to have as much fun as possible 😀

    • @katepanthera7265
      @katepanthera7265 2 роки тому +17

      Just keep trying - I'm a newbie and that's what I'm doing. It's frustrating but that's how we all learn. The main thing is to try and give as much value to what I did wrong and what not to do next time, as I do to something that turns out good.😃🖌

    • @shivawatercolor6540
      @shivawatercolor6540 Рік тому +1

      👍👌🏼

    • @appleknocker56
      @appleknocker56 11 місяців тому +5

      This helps so much for beginners like myself! Can just watch myself trying to keep “fix” or add more when it’s actually “still wet” but if keep going over it end up with a mess! So tyvm & just switched to 100% cotton & feel having to learn (how to paint) over again as adopted to the cellulose paper!
      Practice feel is very important!

    • @ccaa474
      @ccaa474 Місяць тому

      I am SERIOUSLY in the same boat as you🥹

  • @MsBlackParadox
    @MsBlackParadox 2 роки тому +1974

    I like both paintings but it's good to know what techniques were used to arrive at the results. The second one is definitely a beautiful starry night, while the first one makes me think of a snowy December night in a smog-filled city.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +124

      Thanks so much 😊

    • @ChrisR_68
      @ChrisR_68 2 роки тому +47

      I agree I like both I'm kind of I don't mind pale colours but I'll probably like to do more colourful.
      My mam showed me some watercolour paintings which were really colourful and I always thought they had to be pale.

    • @ChrisR_68
      @ChrisR_68 2 роки тому +3

      Also thank you Karen for this tutorial ❤

    • @Miranda.Powers
      @Miranda.Powers 2 роки тому +16

      I agree on both having their own beauty! I do like both versions 💜 I'm also a sucker for starry skies 😀💜

    • @shivawatercolor6540
      @shivawatercolor6540 Рік тому +2

      👍👍

  • @Kagane1001
    @Kagane1001 2 роки тому +895

    I just want to give my two cents why I think this video is awesome. I love how the mistake you do in the "wrong" picture feels so genuine like someone truly did their best, just... failed. Most "Beginner mistakes" videos I see are good artists pretending to be a grade schooler, deliberatly doing their worst to make a picture look bad. And even though the principles are often sound I don't see how to apply those to my paintings because their their example is *so* bad, even I know not to paint like that. Even I know not to *immediatly* put another layer on absolutely wet paper. Whereas yours, I have definetly been there, panic lifting bleeding colours, trying to safe my picture, never making the conection between that and dull colours.
    Sorry for the long post

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +69

      Thanks so much for sharing and I am so glad you found the tutorial helpful!

    • @k.b.woodworker3250
      @k.b.woodworker3250 2 роки тому +65

      Just to say, I loved your long post. It clarified some things for me, like the bad examples being too bad.

    • @shivawatercolor6540
      @shivawatercolor6540 Рік тому +1

      👍👍👍

    • @jbeansky
      @jbeansky Рік тому +8

      she is really good. We all had to start somewhere. I was right where you are. just keep painting and having fun.

    • @devinstephans7969
      @devinstephans7969 Рік тому +1

      same

  • @JessicaNiles
    @JessicaNiles Рік тому +211

    No one ever tells you what NOT to do and if they do, they don't tell you WHY. I need both of those explanations.
    This was great!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +8

      So pleased you found this helpful🎨

  • @TazArtz
    @TazArtz 2 роки тому +664

    Can’t believe how letting it dry can make such a difference, I’m a complete beginner so found this very useful. The second picture is so pretty (but I quite liked the “muddy colours” too). Thank you ☺️

    • @solveigfrank
      @solveigfrank 2 роки тому +11

      Haha yeah me too xD

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +36

      Thank you Tracey! The first painting turned out alot better than I expected!!

    • @HollyOak
      @HollyOak 2 роки тому +24

      At least now you have a choice and can work deliberately to get the finish you want. Me too.

    • @shivawatercolor6540
      @shivawatercolor6540 Рік тому

      👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

  • @Hextopher
    @Hextopher Рік тому +253

    Despite of the well merged one looking better, I really like the one with hard edges because it gives off those children story book vibes or the Tim Burton art stye vibes, the gothic dreary scenes. This one particularly lit up the scene where the sparrow sees the entire city while travelling in the story 'The Happy Prince' by Oscar Wilde.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +15

      Thank you, that is so kind of you to say!!

  • @annemarievanpeer120
    @annemarievanpeer120 2 роки тому +56

    I think something important to note is that if you're a beginner you'll probably be using the cheaper cellulose paper. It's a LOT easier to lift colours and create back runs on this. Switching to cotton is a little pricier, but the paper cooperates a lot more and makes your life much easier ❤️

  • @andrebartels1690
    @andrebartels1690 Рік тому +117

    Long story short: Let your paint dry. Don't let the water control you, control the water. Those examples really highlighted, how this applies. Thank you 👍

  • @T-roccBABY
    @T-roccBABY 2 роки тому +110

    When I did a commission I combined both actually. The flatter washed out look I used on the gritty destruction, columns and dirt. The vibrant method I used for all the characters, lighting and magic going on. Pretty nifty!

  • @JanieAlcove9
    @JanieAlcove9 Рік тому +74

    That was a brilliant demonstration of what NOT to do and why. The difference was glaringly obvious when you showed them side by side. I also loved your buildings using the card and tip of the paint tube. Extremely helpful. Thank you.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому

      So pleased you found this helpful 😀

  • @indygo_art
    @indygo_art 2 роки тому +29

    I usually work on two paintings at them same time, it helps me to get enough time for paint to dry 😅 I'm very impatient, and that method helped me a lot

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +6

      Wonderful! Your idea is also a great way of not overworking your paintings!

  • @pocketbread7535
    @pocketbread7535 2 роки тому +223

    The first one looks like a city, with dark clouds, while the sun tried its best to shine trough the clouds. And it looks like the first snow starts to fall, i love it absolutely.
    The second one is nice too, looks a bit like an experience with alkohol makers, but not bad.
    Maybe i just like the darker stuff a bit more xD

  • @dezirees6840
    @dezirees6840 2 роки тому +36

    No questions, I learned more in this video than a year of working with watercolour. I'm beyond stoked to actually have a clear painting

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +5

      That is wonderful! I am so pleased that this tutorial has helped! Yay!!!

  • @plazmica0323
    @plazmica0323 Рік тому +3

    Finaly someone that understands what beginners struggle with, thank you every much

  • @Hekateras
    @Hekateras 8 місяців тому +4

    "Reawaken the paint" is a great expression :D
    The patience required for watercolour is probably the main reason I was never super into it until I discovered watercolour pencils.

  • @petvuk
    @petvuk 2 роки тому +61

    I prefer left one, ie "wrong" one. Looks more special, unique
    Unlike those rainbow colors on the right one which is seen too often

    • @The-Secret-Dragon
      @The-Secret-Dragon 2 роки тому +26

      You're missing the point of the video, it's about the technique not the colours.

    • @ph-vf5hx
      @ph-vf5hx 2 роки тому +17

      I think the point is that there are no 'wrong' techniques.

    • @metalchemik
      @metalchemik 2 роки тому +3

      Well, it is all about mastering the techniques. I had no clue how to rid off this problems shown in the left version of picture, so I've learned by try-and-error how to use them purposefully. And now I've learned how to avoid them, when I don't want them to appear at all.
      Btw, I like both pictures, each of them has something unique.

    • @bw3839
      @bw3839 2 роки тому +9

      @@ph-vf5hx nope, but nothing wrong in learning the results of different techniques. Stuff like this is great for folk who have been frustrated in the pat because they could get the results they wanted and couldn’t figure out why.

  • @lindamartin6040
    @lindamartin6040 2 роки тому +116

    Thanks so much Karen. This is the clearest and most definitive description of what happens when you just can't bring yourself to wait. I finally understood about the stirring up of the first wash and creating mud ........ Followed your instructions and created a painting I was pleased with :)

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +5

      That is wonderful Linda! I am so pleased that this video was helpful!

  • @catherinegill2488
    @catherinegill2488 2 роки тому +24

    Guilty as charged! Need to find a way to distract myself from carrying on when the paint isn't yet dry.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +2

      We have all been guilty of it! It is amazing how this one thing can change everything! 😅

  • @eciesz
    @eciesz 5 місяців тому +2

    There is no writer wrong, just levels of acceptance. I found your video incredibly helpful.

  • @jakeywakeyeggsnbakey
    @jakeywakeyeggsnbakey 2 роки тому +46

    OMG you're a lifesaver!! I'm in high school and had to teach myself watercolour as my art teachers never really covered it, I've been having this exact issue for so long and now I know how to avoid it!! Thank you!!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +7

      So pleased this was helpful! I was not taught this in school either!!

    • @minetruly
      @minetruly Рік тому +2

      I bet your school doesn't provide soft enough brushes. Watch out!

  • @Janaely
    @Janaely Рік тому +45

    I have this project I've been meaning to start, painting watercolours from photographs of random objects. I haven't started partly because I'm intimidated, but you made it look less complicated. Thank you!

  • @mysanalumina
    @mysanalumina 4 місяці тому +3

    the "wrong" picture looks like it belongs in a manga or comic. I honestly like it a lot.

  • @KarenRiceArt
    @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +151

    Hi Guys, thank you for all of your lovely comments. Just to be clear, I agree with all of you that art is personal and there are no mistakes - beauty is in the eye of the beholder. This tutorial isn't about that though... it is about watercolour techniques and the importance of letting your painting dry, especially if you are a beginner. I try to demonstrate what can happen if you don't allow your painting to dry. It can cause havoc especially if you are a beginner creating muddy colours and cauliflowers/blooms etc. Many beginners loose heart and give up. This tutorial is to help with that ... Hope that makes sense! Thanks for all of the great comments! Very much appreciated ☺

    • @louise3953
      @louise3953 2 роки тому +2

      I know many people appreciate this video, like me! I would get so frustrated when my florals would be cauliflower-ing out of the places I wanted and making more abstract. Still a nice style but I like to be in control of what my work looks like!

  • @Lenupet
    @Lenupet Рік тому +5

    Drinking game: take a shot every time Karen says "deceptively dry" :D It's fun!

  • @Jojo12336
    @Jojo12336 Рік тому +6

    At first I thought it would be more than just "let your paper completely dry," but the proof is in the pure vibrancy of those colors on the right painting. It just looks spectacular. Thank you. This will level up my novice watercolors as I progress.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +1

      Great point! Thanks for pointing that out Jordan 😊

  • @lakcurious
    @lakcurious 2 роки тому +14

    Many thanks! Now I understand why my pictures often look like the first example image. I've watched so many tutorials, but you're the first to show so explicitly how it can be done differently. The comparison is very instructive. I would like to see many more videos of this kind! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us so generously!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much Lak, so pleased you found this tutorial helpful... more like this to follow soon 😊

  • @fuchsmadchen
    @fuchsmadchen Рік тому +1

    I think the explanation of "wrong" is soo pretty. 🌌

  • @TanitaSama
    @TanitaSama Рік тому +2

    I draw with watercolor for years but I didn't know that. Thank you for this tip! I'll try

  • @AlizaBass
    @AlizaBass 2 роки тому +30

    Am I the only one who really likes the first one more? 🙈 I mean they're both beautiful and you're explanation is great! But I honestly like the atmosphere and the effect of the first one more...

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      I am starting to think that way myself! 😊

    • @littletechn8175
      @littletechn8175 2 роки тому +1

      I really like the first one too, It looks like a snowy, smoggy London or something, ...dark, gray , and probably warm inside ❄

  • @IMMA383
    @IMMA383 2 роки тому +61

    I really like the result of the second painting, it's stunning (though I find that the first one has its own kind of charm :) . All in all, thank you so much for the tips, Karen!.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +7

      Thank you Imma! So pleased you found the tips helpful. I was also secretly chuffed with how the WRONG painting turned out! The buildings rescued it! You just never know... 😊

    • @bethpascarella9940
      @bethpascarella9940 2 роки тому

      Emma, you can’t paint a bad painting even when you try! 😸

    • @bethpascarella9940
      @bethpascarella9940 2 роки тому

      Sorry, I meant Karen!

  • @kimdavies4542
    @kimdavies4542 2 роки тому +8

    Yes I definitely add paint just as the sheen disappears and think I can get away with it.
    Will be having a go at this and learning 😀

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +2

      I think it is ok when the sheen is disappearing as long as it is damper than the surface, not easy to do at that stage! We are all guilty of painting just one last mark!! 😂

  • @KennyGsca
    @KennyGsca 2 роки тому +1

    oh wow you have clearly explained more in under 2 mins than the 100s of watercolor tutorials I've seen out there..."you getta sub instantly"

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      Thank you! So pleased you found this helpful 😊

  • @masaakishimizu4558
    @masaakishimizu4558 2 роки тому +5

    This turned out to be a very much fun exercise, as I painted an imaginary NY Manhattan sky. I added now-gone Twin Towers to a skyline, memorializing them for world peace. You share with us lots of interesting and helpful hints, which I appreciate a lot. Thank you, Karen

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! I love your idea of adding the Twin Towers memorialising them for world peace!

  • @zoebell7601
    @zoebell7601 2 роки тому +52

    I like the 'wrong' one most, and I'll tell you why. Good art doesn't just look pretty, but it tells a story.
    I asked myself, what stories do each of these paintings tell?
    The 'correct' painting to me, is a peaceful night sky over what could be a futuristic city. It looks still, the temperature perfect to stroll around and stargaze, maybe a bit romantic. The sky is still and completely beautiful, which sets the scene for the city below.
    The 'mistake' piece is dreary and haphazard, maybe a more industrial city of a past time, filled with conflict and turmoil. There is a darkness consuming the glimmer of yellow hope in the sky, or yellow hope peaking through the clouds suggesting a better future, but which is true? Are the specks of white stars, or snow, or ash of a great destruction? The 'ugly' blobs in the sky draw your eye and reflect the uneasy, ugliness of the city below. We wonder what might be going on down there.
    If art sparks curiosity, I believe it can be more powerful than art that's just aesthetically pleasing. Did anyone else see something similar in these pieces or am I totally off the mark? :)

    • @pumpkingrantaire3861
      @pumpkingrantaire3861 2 роки тому +1

      wow i love this interpretation! i can totally see it:)

    • @AlottaBoulchit
      @AlottaBoulchit 2 роки тому +1

      I haven't seen the "correct" painting finished yet as I'm still watching the video at this time but I definitely agree with your interpretation of the "wrong" one! It gave me similar vibes most definitely!! It felt like a city being almost choked in smoggy pollution like old London. I really liked it!

  • @craftycrandall
    @craftycrandall 2 роки тому +18

    This is such an incredible tutorial that really illustrates the beginner mistakes so well. I’m definitely guilty of being impatient, and have learned the hard way to wait and use my hair dryer when necessary. I love the result you got with the correct piece, and love seeing such an accurate and detailed mistaken piece. Thank you so much!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      Thank you! So pleased you found this helpful 😀

  • @amberwilliams4050
    @amberwilliams4050 5 місяців тому +1

    Let the painting dry is subjective and you cleared it up. Thanks!

  • @kimmiesrhythms
    @kimmiesrhythms 2 роки тому +4

    Today I ventured into watercolor for the first time as an adult. I loved this tutorial it all made so much sense!!! Thank you so much!!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Diane, so pleased it was helpful!

  • @jasminv8653
    @jasminv8653 2 роки тому +17

    It's been years since I last got to take any actual lessons in watercolours, and I've developed a bit of a dread for them even though I love the technique, so finding your channel was a great refresher! Thank you so much for the video.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Jasmin, so pleased this video has helped you!

  • @lobo1368
    @lobo1368 Рік тому +2

    Thank you.
    One of the best demonstrations I've seen to explain this basic rule of watercolor painting. I am green as grass.

  • @sand3882
    @sand3882 Рік тому +2

    I understand why you favor the one on the right, but I appreciate them both. Initially, I favored the one on the left because it felt more dramatic. Not certain where I stand now, but I see beauty in each.

  • @psychicmd
    @psychicmd Рік тому +3

    This is where I learned water colors are deceptive and I need to check with the back of my hand for truthfulness. Thank you! I literally grabbed my paints and am waiting for them to properly dry:)

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +1

      Yay! So pleased you found this helpful 😊

  • @muses18
    @muses18 2 роки тому +4

    I've had such problems with muddiness, I almost gave up all together. Thank you so much for this!

  • @connieblankley3268
    @connieblankley3268 Рік тому +2

    I watched your video mainly because I am NOT experienced in any type of painting with water or oil or acrylic. I will begin with water because I love the
    Softness in the results.
    In watching you, I don’t believe I have to be one who draws first because I cannot draw a stick so have held off trying. I will pick up supplies this week and begin my new journey. Thank you for your great instruction.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +1

      Good luck I hope you enjoy your watercolour journey 😊

  • @annareichelt5997
    @annareichelt5997 2 роки тому +4

    Honestly, I really like hard edges in watercolor lol That probably just comes down to personal preference. Thank you for the tips, I will definitly use them all :)

  • @sharonmcmann-morelli4896
    @sharonmcmann-morelli4896 2 роки тому +9

    i must say i am guilty of thinking paper is dry when it’s not, thanks so much for this great tutorial!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you Sharon :)

  • @ritaharker8792
    @ritaharker8792 2 роки тому +50

    Excellent tutorial, the difference when it’s done wrong or when it’s done right is so startling! Thank you so much for showing us the right way x

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks Rita! It really is amazing! So pleased you found this helpful 😀

  • @WatercolorArteest
    @WatercolorArteest Рік тому +2

    I made my first night sky today using the techniques you outlined in this video. Great video! I made my night sky over an active volcanic caldera instead of a city skyline.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +2

      Really pleased you found this helpful! Love the sound of the volcanic caldera!

  • @lajvkatt84
    @lajvkatt84 5 місяців тому +1

    Yes this helped a lot! I'm the left painting, I'm looking forward to try to become a better artist, I like watercolor a lot.

  • @razrv3lc
    @razrv3lc 5 місяців тому +3

    I’m realizing how little the watercolor classes I’ve taken emphasized drying. I’ve had so many paintings like the one of the left and had no clue why but between this video and a vide PearFleur did about working with water (which included her mentioning allowing adequate drying between layers and even using a hair dryer if you’re impatient), I realized I never really even took it into account lol

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  5 місяців тому +1

      I am so pleased you found this helpful. It’s so important to allow the painting to completely dry. It makes so much difference. I hope this helps you in your Watercolour journey. Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @karinkersteter6708
    @karinkersteter6708 2 роки тому +26

    Karen, I adore your flowers and landscapes, but the second painting on here may be one of my favorites of yours. Those colors in that sky are stunning, and you make that cityscape look so easy! I will be trying this one!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you so much Karin! So pleased you liked this one! Loved your painting as well!!

  • @charlesmangum2100
    @charlesmangum2100 Рік тому +1

    Take it soft and slow. Let each layer dry as thoroughly as feasible as possible, and plan, plan, plan.
    Understand better what I was doing wrong on this style of painting. Thank you very much for this tutorial.

  • @etheriusmoon1809
    @etheriusmoon1809 Рік тому +1

    This is one of the best demos out there. The hand trick really helps like ALOT. Thanks

  • @mistyw4512
    @mistyw4512 2 роки тому +7

    This was so helpful, thank you! I tried following several tutorials and mine would never come out anything like the ones in the videos. I couldn't figure out why, but now I know! I also really appreciate that you actually showed the process of what not to do. It's so much easier for me to understand and remember when I actually see it as opposed to having someone say "don't do that" without much explanation.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      So pleased you found this helpful! Thank you so much for sharing 😀

  • @Britenus
    @Britenus 2 роки тому +3

    Your such a good painter that even the wrong painting still looks great.

  • @Linaskye143
    @Linaskye143 2 роки тому +1

    This is honestly the most helpful technique corrector video I’ve seen. No one ever explained clearly to let paint completely dry between layers!

  • @juliewest7719
    @juliewest7719 Рік тому +2

    Love knowing what I shouldn't be doing! Yes! makes sense

  • @Joanna-nr4jt
    @Joanna-nr4jt Рік тому +4

    Just started trying to learn from UA-cam, using some of my lovely late mum’s supplies (and wishing so much that I had asked her to teach me when I had the chance 😢) Thank you so much for this, it has explained a great deal as I keep failing with soft blending, and often getting those unwanted hard edges, or lifting off when I don’t want to. I also didn’t know that once dried it was safe to re-wet! So helpful thanks, especially seeing how easily it went wrong and exactly why. I’m going to save this to my library! Also I think you’re using much softer brushes than I am…

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому

      Thank you! I am so glad this was helpful. I hope you enjoy using your mum’s materials.

  • @nadaartisan8447
    @nadaartisan8447 2 роки тому +6

    I'm a complete begginer with watercolors despite being a 4th year art major in college.. I do know about this but I'm often too short on time to wait until it's completely dry (I don't have a blow dryer) and due to my inexperience with watercolors, I didn't know how much of a difference it really makes and this was extremely helpful and eye-opening to me so I can try harder to manage letting it dry despite being short on time since I now know how it makes a world of difference! Absloutly Loved your painting btw!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for sharing! Really pleased you liked this tutorial and found it helpful!

  • @itsyaboinadia
    @itsyaboinadia 8 місяців тому +1

    wow i always had problems with this, you've just inspired me to pick watercolor back up

  • @chermckittrick2216
    @chermckittrick2216 2 роки тому +1

    The composition, with teeny tiny buildings against the enormous sky, is just brilliant!

  • @croenan
    @croenan Рік тому +5

    I struggle with painting nebulas, and as an astronomer, I really want to paint some! Going to retry this technique, now that I am more seasoned as an artist, many thanks to you for improving my skills. I would love to see you do this again using salt or other texture techniques. Maybe paint Orion or the rosette nebula!

  • @lisathomas1622
    @lisathomas1622 2 роки тому +12

    Thank you so much for verbalizing this along with awesome close ups. You’re instructions are so helpful to me as I haven’t had an art class in person since middle school (years 6-8 in the US) . All my art skills are being picked up from awesome artists like you, however you are super descriptive compared to most and it really really helps me.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +2

      You are so welcome! So glad this was helpful Lisa

  • @ST-uh5yj
    @ST-uh5yj Рік тому +1

    I don’t know why i liked the first one more! Those muted colours seem so soothing:)

  • @uschigrumann3664
    @uschigrumann3664 7 місяців тому +2

    Thank you very much for this very helpfull video! Greetings from Germany 🙋🏼‍♀️😁

  • @slister45
    @slister45 Рік тому +3

    There are no mistakes in painting, but only happy accidents. - Bob Ross (paraphrased)

  • @dorothyhagler5759
    @dorothyhagler5759 2 роки тому +4

    Many thanks, Karen, for this most enlightening demonstration and explanation of how to achieve desired results when painting watercolor. Watercolor has a life of its own and it is so easy to get unwanted results when you are not aware of how you may be unintentionally causing them. I am so grateful for your expertise and knowledgeable tutorials which have helped me ever so much. Can hardly wait to try using my paint tube to put light in windows. Love it! You are a terrific teacher!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much Dorothy! So pleased you like my teaching and my tutorials. Have fun using tube paint 😀

  • @Ann-ey1tw
    @Ann-ey1tw Рік тому +2

    I have never heard such a great description of “making mud” as is in this video! I know I make it a lot, but now I really know why!!! Thanks so much, Karen!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому

      So pleased you found this helpful 😊

  • @webtron44
    @webtron44 12 днів тому

    I'm watching this video and as you demonstrate what NOT to do, I couldn't keep from being amazed. I did ALL of those. You've educated me today. Thank you.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  11 днів тому

      Thank you so much 😊
      If you haven’t already and would like to access more exclusive and in-depth tutorials, why not think about joining my Patreon membership.
      www.patreon.com/karenriceart

  • @Spooktastic1816
    @Spooktastic1816 2 роки тому +11

    This was so helpful, thank you. And using the card at the end - never thought of that! I'm going to try that soon, as well. Awesome.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      You are so welcome! Have fun using the card technique!

  • @cerendemir9977
    @cerendemir9977 2 роки тому +3

    This was such a good video! I agree, sometimes we need to see how the mistakes are made. Thank you for this!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      So pleased you found this helpful 😀

  • @user__214
    @user__214 2 місяці тому

    Wow, I didn't realize how big the difference between the paintings would be until I saw them side by side! Amazing. Thanks for the lesson!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 місяці тому

      You are so welcome 😊
      If you would like to access more exclusive and in-depth tutorials why not think about joining my Patreon membership.
      www.patreon.com/karenriceart

  • @mickey5779
    @mickey5779 8 місяців тому +1

    I'm a pencil artist and remember being very frustrated with watercolors, how unforgiving they can be. Took me some practice to figure out techinique and what I was doing wrong with the washes. That being said, the painting on the left is reminiscent of a storm brewing or city smog. The right painting is the urban starry night. Thanks for the tutorial.

  • @watercolorswithmary5794
    @watercolorswithmary5794 2 роки тому +3

    Great tutorial Karen! I think that all is in practice and more experience gives better results ;) :D thank you for sharing this beautiful tecniques for a night sky and city silhouette :) have a wonderful day! Mary ❤️❤️

  • @theresaklausner2871
    @theresaklausner2871 2 роки тому +3

    This was such a good tutorial for me! I'm a beginner and need all the direction I can get! You are so good at explaining things and give a list of materials too! I love the way you mix your colors so naturally too. I would like to get better at learning how to make better color combinations.

  • @user-dw5or6zl4e
    @user-dw5or6zl4e 7 місяців тому +1

    Both paintings are nice with me. The first one is like a smoky night at a city and the second one is a night at a mountain. Nice, good job I love it❤

  • @hasaraka
    @hasaraka 2 роки тому +2

    Hands down.... this video is single-handedly the most helpful watercolor video I have ever seen! Thank you!!

  • @k.b.woodworker3250
    @k.b.woodworker3250 2 роки тому +6

    Great demonstration of how this works. The concept of moving paint around the paper (or avoiding doing that) is something to think about, for sure. Tt was remarkable how well you salvaged the first painting. I would have tried to make those round blooms into clouds. It may have made matters worse, though. Have to try the credit card for painting buildings, very cool.

  • @NaomiCoutureArt
    @NaomiCoutureArt 2 роки тому +5

    Wonderful tutorial and tips. I love doing galaxy and night skies like this because you get to practice your water control and just have fun with colors :)

  • @aaabbb1101
    @aaabbb1101 2 роки тому +2

    First one is amazing! It has very distinctive mood, so bold and rebellious!

  • @lyndseywinnington9056
    @lyndseywinnington9056 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks! I have always worked with the assumption that any water on top will dissolve the paint below, no matter how dry - I'm going to have to try your method!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      So pleased you found this helpful!

  • @eastsussexbeesandwildlife5801
    @eastsussexbeesandwildlife5801 2 роки тому +7

    Thanks Karen, I found that incredibly helpful. So good of you to take the time and effort to put these videos out. Peter

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you Peter!

  • @deeharper2482
    @deeharper2482 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this wonderful and logical tutorial. I'm a newbie to watercolour and gouache. Now I want to try more work. The muddy colours of your first image were so easy to understand and it was very difficult not to look at those two great splodges after you made it clear why they had occurred. Thank you so very much. I have subscribed and will definitely be back to view your previous tutorials as well.😍

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much Dee, really pleased you found this tutorial helpful! Thank you for subscribing. I hope you enjoy the future tutorials :)

  • @Honojane12
    @Honojane12 7 місяців тому +2

    I love the colors on the "bad" painting.

  • @luisafeuermann4012
    @luisafeuermann4012 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Karen for your immense generosity!

  • @strictlymyopinion8307
    @strictlymyopinion8307 2 роки тому +13

    Thank you Karen, I struggle with this…I have been practicing scenes to stop hard edges, your channel helps so much!🌹

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +2

      You are so welcome! I am so pleased the tutorials are helping you with your watercolours 😀

    • @strictlymyopinion8307
      @strictlymyopinion8307 2 роки тому +3

      @@KarenRiceArt Karen you are absolutely a big help during this pandemic, you are very dependable and I love how you switch things up. Thank you again Karen, you a life saver 😁

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      @@strictlymyopinion8307 Thank you so much! I am so glad that you think so!! It has helped me too, through all of this!

  • @TheRealArkness
    @TheRealArkness 2 роки тому +64

    i need to say that in art, there are no mistakes. if there's something in a painting that you (i don't mean you, i mean in general) happen to not like, then that doesn't make it a mistake. it just means it's your opinion. there's also a lot of "mistakes" that have turned into something really good, whether it was by a new artist or an older more experienced artist. if that makes sense at all.

    • @michael7482
      @michael7482 2 роки тому +5

      I agree. All mine are masterpieces, that is if I was a master. I get what you mean. I’m past the stage of being too critical. The whole idea is fun and creating something that one is satisfied with.

    • @HollyOak
      @HollyOak 2 роки тому +11

      If I'm doing the painting and I intend to do one thing, but because of my lack of knowledge/experience, it turns into something else, that is a mistake. Doesn't mean I can't appreciate the 'happy accident' or that I won't like it. Just means I didn't intend it for 'this' painting. The whole 'there are no mistakes in art' is a bit of a cop out, probably coined by people who didn't want to take the time to learn the skills involved properly.

    • @miruarmiel1361
      @miruarmiel1361 2 роки тому +2

      Yeah, everything ideas are subjective and each peace of art creates its one unique impression.
      The first one is definitely more moody, doesn’t make it worse. Many people enjoy post apocalyptic concepts and atmosphere. But if u want to make colorful picture with epic transitions, that’s impressive too. Just in different way.

    • @monoverantus
      @monoverantus 2 роки тому +6

      I understand where you're coming from, but remember that the reason she made the video wasn't to tell her students "you're not allowed to do that", she made it to address a common problem they had, that made them "panic". If you're trying to teach a certain technique, and your students fail in their pursuit to learn it, it's entirely proper to say there is a "right" and a "wrong" way, no matter what your personal opinion are.

    • @brackcarmony6385
      @brackcarmony6385 2 роки тому +2

      Yeah, no. Mistakes are not somehow mystically not in artistic processes. That's called delusion. Can mistakes lead to interesting outcomes, sure, but that is not to say that you cannot make a mistake. Only if you have no intention can you not make a mistake. But if you have no intention, can one be said to be making art?

  • @debrarozin9940
    @debrarozin9940 Рік тому +1

    REally enjoy your demo of what not to do. I think this is very instructive! Thanks!

  • @blessedandbiwithahintofmagic
    @blessedandbiwithahintofmagic Рік тому +2

    Honestly I like the what not to do painting better. Those splotch marks look really good, and add a lotta nice contrast.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +2

      So many people have said the same! I must say it is growing on me!

    • @blessedandbiwithahintofmagic
      @blessedandbiwithahintofmagic Рік тому

      @@KarenRiceArt same, with the "right" painting - the colors are much more vibrant, and really pretty ♡

  • @AniMoted
    @AniMoted Рік тому +3

    Love both paintings, but it's great to know the rules so you can then break them whenever you feel like it :)

  • @ConfucianScholar
    @ConfucianScholar Рік тому +5

    I like the wrong way better.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому +2

      Lots of people think the same!

    • @Congiary
      @Congiary 2 місяці тому +1

      A lot of people do, but to add value to your comment, why don't you tell us why you prefer it?

  • @BilliesCraftRoom
    @BilliesCraftRoom Рік тому +2

    Thanks so much for posting this. As you say it really helps to see it happen as you explain why. Brilliant 👍☕🌼

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  Рік тому

      So pleased you found this helpful 😊

  • @jillkent6134
    @jillkent6134 2 роки тому +2

    So simple but I make that mistake so often, what a difference, great video.

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому

      So glad it was helpful Jill! Thank you!

  • @evvunja
    @evvunja 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for this great video. But frankly, I prefer muuuch more the first version. It's good tho to know what to avoid not to have the second one. I mean, it's great to have different perspectives on the creation, different styles etc ;) So, again, video is great, I appreciate it a lot. Thanks ;)

  • @janerogers5717
    @janerogers5717 2 роки тому +3

    SO USEFUL, thank you. I'm still new to all this and it's tricky to allow time for paint to dry during my art group meetings...I must try to have two things on the go at once and/or take a hairdryer!

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Jane, so pleased you found this useful. I always have hairdryers for my students. But many of them take their own. Make sure you blow dry when the sheen has left the paper, so you don't risk moving the paint, while it is wet :)

  • @annaulas8903
    @annaulas8903 Рік тому +1

    Such a helpful tutorial, thank you so much!

  • @neverbored
    @neverbored 2 роки тому +1

    So glad I've found this channel!

  • @danieboco5594
    @danieboco5594 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you Karen. But I am beginning watercolor and my question is : how long is it necessary to be dry ? 1 hour ? 1 day ?

    • @KarenRiceArt
      @KarenRiceArt  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Danie, thank you for question ... it depends how wet your painting is and how warm your room is. Maybe experiment... Most important thing, make sure your painting is dry 😀

  • @dora-di5hb
    @dora-di5hb Рік тому +3

    This is a piece of something

  • @Animeman36
    @Animeman36 9 місяців тому +1

    Why is it ladies with English accents always have some of the best art tutorials

  • @emilyd4707
    @emilyd4707 Рік тому +1

    This was a lot more helpful than I thought it would be! Thanks!