I love your setup. I wish my space was big. Alas. Anyway, one difference, I use an old cotton T-shirt instead of a sponge. Suggested in Stephen Coates book, to soak up the water on the outside of the brush, but not in the belly.
You’re a lifesaver! You rock! What a great video. I am brand new to watercolors. I don’t have a designated space other than my dining room, and I had zero, and I mean zero knowledge of how to set it up. You are a godsend.
Yes. it is. I love it. I have the Stephen Quiller brand, which is kind of expensive. The Meeden version is very similar, but I don't own it. Here are links to both: SQ: amzn.to/3xhCS9I Meeden: amzn.to/3POJF10 Enjoy!!
Can you expand on the type of easel and support you are using as it looks like something you have made with a tray on the front, a lip, and perhaps a tripod? Thank you
Hi. Here is a video showing my plein air setup: ua-cam.com/video/3AI0XCeKXc4/v-deo.html Even though you weren't asking about plein air exactly, this is the same easel and shelf you see in the video. Now....I don't use this setup in my studio any longer. I switched to a table top easel. I'm always experimenting with new ways of doing things.
Very helpful setup tips! I'm just reviving my water-color hobby now after going on a hiatus for over a decade! I'm mostly self-taught, but I'm realizing I've developed some bad habits and probably working too hard to get the effect I need.
Thank you, I did see that and thought it would be ideal. I'd love to design a drafting table with a a section that allows angling. I'm only 1 year in and paint over my kitchen sink, because of light and my dining room being filled up with work computers for legal decisions. I'd rather paint,
Yes. Many of the professional watercolor artists that I follow use some kind of angled board, on top of a drafting table or regular table. You need to be able to adjust it to a variety of angles, including flat. You want it to be as versatil as possible. I actually modified this table top easle myself to get it the way I want - amzn.to/3J2WnoR I removed the "leg" on the back and just use a block of different width to adjust the angle.
Thanks for this video, it's helpful to see how you have everything set up. I also really love your apron, would you mind sharing where you got it? It's super cute. :)
I make my current palette available as a free download on my website at: studio.krisdebruine.com/kris-debruine-color-palette You can discover all the colors I am currently using there. Enjoy. I have lots of other free resources too.
Haha. I get so many inquiries about my apron. I think I'm going to have to do a video, just on the apron. :-) I purchased it on Amazon.com from the USA. I think it cost about $38. Here is the link: amzn.to/3KAfQNy Enjoy!
You put a board over the easel? Would you do that if the easel is solid as well? Is it to protect the wood of the easel, or what is the purpose? Thanjs
Hi. Yes, this particular easel doesn't include a painting surface. Here is a link on Amazon to the easel, so you can see what it looks like - amzn.to/3Ygqf6q . I cut my own hardboard surfaces and tape my watercolor paper to them. Here's a video about that - ua-cam.com/video/DAF-lptBvqY/v-deo.html Thanks for watching. Have a great day.
Just added a video review of another one of my essential watercolor tools -- my art apron. Check out my video here: ua-cam.com/video/J9Wqo9F46xc/v-deo.html
![Daniel Smith Watercolor Primary Set [Getting Started in Watercolor]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/Gh0XWg01vjk/mqdefault.jpg)
![Daniel Smith Watercolor Primary Set [Getting Started in Watercolor]](/img/tr.png)
![Lessons I Learned as a Beginning Watercolor Artist [My Creative Journey]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/KkPF0Xn9Af4/mqdefault.jpg)
Everything that you need and nothing that you don't! Love your no-nonsense approach. Great video! -Also stealing that sponge idea. 😀
Great!! Well....I probably "stole" the sponge idea from someone else. :-) Enjoy!
Nice, Beautiful colour palt 32 shads with
Colour chart Water Colours preaticaler.
Brass, approach, studio Fine.
Thank you
Thank you. Have a great day!
Thank you for sharing this information with us. 🌺🇦🇺
You're very welcome. I hope it helps. Have a great day.
I love your setup. I wish my space was big. Alas.
Anyway, one difference, I use an old cotton T-shirt instead of a sponge. Suggested in Stephen Coates book, to soak up the water on the outside of the brush, but not in the belly.
That's a great idea!
You’re a lifesaver! You rock! What a great video. I am brand new to watercolors. I don’t have a designated space other than my dining room, and I had zero, and I mean zero knowledge of how to set it up. You are a godsend.
Yay!! I'm so glad you found this video helpful. Have a great day.
Thanks Kris. Educational as always.
You're welcome. Glad you found it helpful.
Very helpful. Just what I needed. Thank you.
You're welcome!! I'm so glad to hear you found it helpful.
This helps so much. Thankyou
You're welcome. Thanks for watching and leaving feedback.
That porcelain palette is really nice
Yes. it is. I love it. I have the Stephen Quiller brand, which is kind of expensive. The Meeden version is very similar, but I don't own it. Here are links to both: SQ: amzn.to/3xhCS9I Meeden: amzn.to/3POJF10 Enjoy!!
Can you expand on the type of easel and support you are using as it looks like something you have made with a tray on the front, a lip, and perhaps a tripod? Thank you
Hi. Here is a video showing my plein air setup: ua-cam.com/video/3AI0XCeKXc4/v-deo.html Even though you weren't asking about plein air exactly, this is the same easel and shelf you see in the video. Now....I don't use this setup in my studio any longer. I switched to a table top easel. I'm always experimenting with new ways of doing things.
Very helpful setup tips! I'm just reviving my water-color hobby now after going on a hiatus for over a decade! I'm mostly self-taught, but I'm realizing I've developed some bad habits and probably working too hard to get the effect I need.
I wish you the best in the revival of your watercolor journey
So helpful 🩷🙏Kris
Thank you
Thank you, I did see that and thought it would be ideal. I'd love to design a drafting table with a a section that allows angling. I'm only 1 year in and paint over my kitchen sink, because of light and my dining room being filled up with work computers for legal decisions. I'd rather paint,
Yes. Many of the professional watercolor artists that I follow use some kind of angled board, on top of a drafting table or regular table. You need to be able to adjust it to a variety of angles, including flat. You want it to be as versatil as possible. I actually modified this table top easle myself to get it the way I want - amzn.to/3J2WnoR I removed the "leg" on the back and just use a block of different width to adjust the angle.
So excited to have found your channel. Looking forward to learning more.
thank you for watching
Thanks for this video, it's helpful to see how you have everything set up. I also really love your apron, would you mind sharing where you got it? It's super cute. :)
You're welcome. When I get back to my office....I'll share that link. Thanks!
I love this apron. It is made of heavy canvas and has lots of pockets. I purchased it on Amazon. Here's the link: amzn.to/3D9bBEu
@@KrisDeBruineStudio Thanks for this link! It's pretty affordable too! I love the bright yellow color; looks great on you.
Thank you! Sorry I did not search the comments!
really helpful.. thanks
Wonderful...so glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.
Could you share what colors are in palette?
I make my current palette available as a free download on my website at: studio.krisdebruine.com/kris-debruine-color-palette You can discover all the colors I am currently using there. Enjoy. I have lots of other free resources too.
I would love to know about your apron!
Haha. I get so many inquiries about my apron. I think I'm going to have to do a video, just on the apron. :-) I purchased it on Amazon.com from the USA. I think it cost about $38. Here is the link: amzn.to/3KAfQNy Enjoy!
You put a board over the easel? Would you do that if the easel is solid as well? Is it to protect the wood of the easel, or what is the purpose? Thanjs
Hi. Yes, this particular easel doesn't include a painting surface. Here is a link on Amazon to the easel, so you can see what it looks like - amzn.to/3Ygqf6q . I cut my own hardboard surfaces and tape my watercolor paper to them. Here's a video about that - ua-cam.com/video/DAF-lptBvqY/v-deo.html Thanks for watching. Have a great day.
Just added a video review of another one of my essential watercolor tools -- my art apron. Check out my video here: ua-cam.com/video/J9Wqo9F46xc/v-deo.html