I would like to watch a demo of how to make a solid color dark background for stilllife of some sort. Also…I need help with negative painting…still! Thank you for sharing your video. It was very helpful.😊
This painting is gorgeous! I love how your painted version looks more lively, detailed and has really good lighting/shadows. It is such an improvement to the photo reference, really inviting the eye to stay for an extra moment to appreciate its beauty. The subject definitely pops after the darker background glazing :)
Fantastic! I've botched a couple of paintings when adjusting backgrounds because I went too dark too quickly. I love the way you did this. That columbine is so luminous. Thank you for another wonderful video.
Hi Dorthy, Sorry it has taken a while to respond. I had a very busy August. I have used glazing a lot on a variety of paintings. It's a really helpful technique.
Absolutely AmAzInG! As a “drawer” I know this work is not easy to do even though you make it seem easy! I find I do very small back and forth strokes with paint and I get so frustrated. Any tips for drawers crossing over into watercolor? Thanks for your lessons 👍
The biggest brush you can use in an area the better. If you lay down more paint that is wetter, you can usually get around a shape without a lot of brush strokes. I hope this helps.
Yes, every now and then a color will lift. If it is a minor amount, I don't worry about it. But, there are some colors and some brands that may lift more than others. If you haven't glazed or layered over a color before, you might want to try a test strip. Also, I use a very gentle stroke to disturb as little as possible of the lower layer.
I would like to watch a demo of how to make a solid color dark background for stilllife of some sort.
Also…I need help with negative painting…still!
Thank you for sharing your video. It was very helpful.😊
Love how the columbine pops after glazing the background. Beautiful!
Thanks a lot Annette! The darker value really makes a difference.
Much more dramatic in the after-painting, it’s a very nice effect. I didn’t know that could be done. Thanks for sharing that!
It is a lot more dramatic and glazing is a great way to adjust a painting. You are very welcome.
This painting is gorgeous! I love how your painted version looks more lively, detailed and has really good lighting/shadows. It is such an improvement to the photo reference, really inviting the eye to stay for an extra moment to appreciate its beauty. The subject definitely pops after the darker background glazing :)
Thank you Kimberly. I appreciate it!
Excellent video, and came at the perfect time. I was contemplating how to do the same to a painting I'm working on. Thank you so much! 🌷
Thanks for the feedback Still Waters! Good luck with your painting!
Fantastic! I've botched a couple of paintings when adjusting backgrounds because I went too dark too quickly. I love the way you did this. That columbine is so luminous. Thank you for another wonderful video.
Hi Beth, I am glad it was helpful, you are welcome!
That looks way bett!
Thanks so much!
Great explanations and beautiful paintings.
Thank you, I appreciate it.
Wow! I’ve just gotta try this one! You sure do make it look easy)
Hi Dorthy, Sorry it has taken a while to respond. I had a very busy August. I have used glazing a lot on a variety of paintings. It's a really helpful technique.
Absolutely AmAzInG! As a “drawer” I know this work is not easy to do even though you make it seem easy! I find I do very small back and forth strokes with paint and I get so frustrated. Any tips for drawers crossing over into watercolor? Thanks for your lessons 👍
The biggest brush you can use in an area the better. If you lay down more paint that is wetter, you can usually get around a shape without a lot of brush strokes. I hope this helps.
I love the variation the darker hues made. The glaze went perfect, but I wondered, do you ever have trouble with colors lifting as you glaze?
Yes, every now and then a color will lift. If it is a minor amount, I don't worry about it. But, there are some colors and some brands that may lift more than others. If you haven't glazed or layered over a color before, you might want to try a test strip. Also, I use a very gentle stroke to disturb as little as possible of the lower layer.
@@lorrainewatry_watercolors thanks! I love watercolor!
What brand of brushes are you using?
I use Silver Black Velvet brushes.