Bonjour Brenda ! For the moment, my favourite is Stillman and Birn Delta. I don't practice only watercolours. I like the quality and also the ivory tone paper. But I hope some day I'll dare to buy this Etchr perfect sketchbook, and about A4 is a format that I like. Thanks for sharing.
I am an avid sketcher. Your sketchbooks have been an inspiration to me. I have learned so much about composing the pages. Thank you so much Brenda for sharing.
I just discovered your work and I am binge watching all your videos. You do so very lovely things, I can only aspire paint on my sketchbook as beautifully as you do.❤
Hey Brenda, I've been following you for a long time. In fact, I think your channel was one of my first subscriptions . I can honestly say that no matter what level an artist skill is, your work just keeps on getting better! I mean that sincerely. I'm not sure if you remember me, but I'm always happy to see your new videos, and I thank you for doing these Best regards Heather 😀
Hi Brenda - I love your artwork and your beautiful watercolors. I lived in Santa Barbara for many years until recently. Your sketches and beautiful paintings truly honor the unique architecture of this beautiful city. Thank you for sharing your precious gift!
Thank you for taking your time to share your talent! I had to stop to REALLY look at your work… Such talent!…what a creative and unique perspective that is definitely yours! I’ve had your book for awhile and had no idea you had videos!?! It was very exciting and I will enjoy each one… Wish I was closer and could take classes from you. Just very grateful for your videos and all you so generously share. My painting (I’m self taught) has been the biggest help during very difficult times….aren’t we blessed to have found this? Blessings, Nancy Rolfe
Your sketching skills are beyond compare. What a. Beautiful style. I’m going to have to check out your channel because I would bet watching you sketch is pretty amazing. I almost looks like a contour style and then the periphery is popped in. I don’t know. But your eye and. Perspective are spot on and that amaryllis spread was so beautiful. But for me the architecture is so impressive.❤
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful artwork with us! I think my favorite is your Dios De Los Muertos, it's gorgeous! Thanks for sharing about that architect, going to look him up now. Ooh, he has a book out!
I really enjoyed your sketchbook tour and the story you tell by making an illustrated journal. I have never done that before with my sketchbooks but you've inspired me to head in that direction! I noticed that the Etchr Perfect Sketchbook paper is 100% cotton, which I have found makes such a difference when painting. Also, I noticed that you're involved in the California Art Club. I recently moved to Atwater Village from Washington, DC for retirement and I hope to get involved in the California Art Club. Thanks again for your amazing video!
Beautiful work! Pasadena is my home town, so I loved seeing Castle Green and Eaton Canyon portrayed so beautifully and the arts and crafts aesthetic is so Pasadena from back in the day. So many craftsman bungalows ❤
Morrison, Thank you so much! The Etchr sketchbook is perfect for the way I work...lots of wet paint and glazing. Contains true 140lb 100% cotton paper! Brenda
Annabella, The Etchr Perfect Sketchbook has rougher paper than Beta. You need a wet writer with the Etchr. If you want to do more ink/pen line work you might prefer the Beta. It all depends on how you want to use a sketchbook. Happy Sketching! Brenda
@@brendaswensonwatercolors thank you Brenda that helps so much!! My pen definitely feels a bit scratchy on some cold pressed papers so I’ll try the beta first for now
Wow I love the whole feel of your sketchbook. Now I regret not being able to join your workshop at WASH in Houston when you come. The group is going to have SO much fun! Drawing with ink, no pencil… eek! I need to learn to be comfortable with that… thanks for sharing this awesome book.
These are all so beautiful! May I ask a question? On your trips, how do you bring all f your watercolor, water and how do you paint on location? Anyway, these are beautiful. Have a nice day!
@@brendaswensonwatercolors Thank you so much! I've been wanting to do on location sketching for a while but it's nice to come prepared and have my bag ready. This definitely helped! :)
Question about sketchbooks. Do you know of any that have the elastic strap on both sides? How is that not a thing? I’m thinking of adding one on the front side/left side of my more important sketchbooks.
You are my favorite most illustrated journalist! ❤❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Juhi, You are so welcome
always love your sketchbook tours 😭💗 they’re so inspiring !!!
i love this spread 2:25
Annabella, Thank you so much!
Brenda
4:02 Gourges!
I love your style and your colors
Sara, Our of my favorite pages too!
I love your sketchbook style!
Thank you so much!
Brenda
This is the most beautiful journal I have ever seen
You are so kind🥰
So beautiful!!! ❤ I love your work. 😊
Thank you! Cheers!
I ❤️ your style! Greetings from Berlin Germany 😁👍
Chatita, Greeting to you!
~Brenda
Beautiful. You've reminded me of what you taught in The Art of the Illustrated Journal. Thanks,
Pamela, Thank you so much!
Brenda
Absolutely gorgeous!
Thank you! 😊
Bonjour Brenda !
For the moment, my favourite is Stillman and Birn Delta. I don't practice only watercolours. I like the quality and also the ivory tone paper. But I hope some day I'll dare to buy this Etchr perfect sketchbook, and about A4 is a format that I like. Thanks for sharing.
Jasmine, They are wonderful sketchbook, too!
Thank you for sharing! Your watercolors are gorgeouse, so fresh!
Sandra, Thank you so much!
Wow, what a Wonderful 🎨 Style ... Thank you for sharing... Feeling Inspired🙌
My pleasure 😊
I am an avid sketcher. Your sketchbooks have been an inspiration to me. I have learned so much about composing the pages. Thank you so much Brenda for sharing.
Chammi, You are so welcome!
You’re very talented. Love your sketchbooks.
Thank you very much!
Stunning sketchbook and that Amyrillis flower is probably the most beautiful painting I’ve ever seen.
Cheryl, Wow, thank you!❤️
Love these videos! Very helpful both creatively and practically!
Katie,
Thank you so much!
Brenda
Thank you for sharing. You are extremely talented.
Thank you so much!
Una belleza de sketchbook y totalmente inspirador. Muchas gracias por compartirlo.
Thank you.
SO nice! Love the journal and I love Santa Barbara.
Thank you! Santa Barbara is a magical little city❣️
Your work is of such quality and charm. Thank you for sharing your sketchbook.
Wanda, Thank you so much!
I just discovered your work and I am binge watching all your videos. You do so very lovely things, I can only aspire paint on my sketchbook as beautifully as you do.❤
Rita, Thank you for the kind words💕
Beautiful artwork!! Love your illustrated journals. I agree that Etchr’s Perfect Sketchbook is top notch.
Thank you so much!
Awesome artwork. Thanks for sharing
Thank you😊
Simply precious ❤❤
Thanks!
Beutiful art, I love watercolours style
Thank you!
How lovely , enjoyed this thanks from New Zealand
Dawn,
Glad you enjoyed it
I recently purchased this watercolor sketch journal and really love it. ❤❤❤
Wonderful!
Hey Brenda, I've been following you for a long time. In fact, I think your channel was one of my first subscriptions . I can honestly say that no matter what level an artist skill is, your work just keeps on getting better! I mean that sincerely. I'm not sure if you remember me, but I'm always happy to see your new videos, and I thank you for doing these
Best regards
Heather 😀
Heather, Thank you so much for the sweet comment!
Hi Brenda - I love your artwork and your beautiful watercolors. I lived in Santa Barbara for many years until recently. Your sketches and beautiful paintings truly honor the unique architecture of this beautiful city. Thank you for sharing your precious gift!
Terri, Thank you so much for the sweet words!
So beautiful, your layouts are wonderfully done!! 😊
Glad you like them!
Thank you for taking your time to share your talent! I had to stop to REALLY look at your work…
Such talent!…what a creative and unique perspective that is definitely yours!
I’ve had your book for awhile and had no idea you had videos!?! It was very exciting and I will enjoy each one…
Wish I was closer and could take classes from you.
Just very grateful for your videos and all you so generously share.
My painting (I’m self taught) has been the biggest help during very difficult times….aren’t we blessed to have found this?
Blessings,
Nancy Rolfe
Nancy, My little book goes back a few years...oldie but goodie. Glad you like how my work has matured over the years.
Loved this video. Hope to see you at Cheap Joe’s next year!
I hope so too! Cheap Joe’s is my favorite place❤️
Your sketching skills are beyond compare. What a. Beautiful style. I’m going to have to check out your channel because I would bet watching you sketch is pretty amazing. I almost looks like a contour style and then the periphery is popped in. I don’t know. But your eye and. Perspective are spot on and that amaryllis spread was so beautiful. But for me the architecture is so impressive.❤
Sharon, Thank you so much for the kind words😀
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful artwork with us! I think my favorite is your Dios De Los Muertos, it's gorgeous! Thanks for sharing about that architect, going to look him up now. Ooh, he has a book out!
Christie, Jeff Shelton has a great book titled, The Fig District.
Thank you so much!
Brenda
I love your compositions. The float being made was one of my favorites!
Cool, thanks!
Wow, this is gorgeous!!
Thanks!
I really enjoyed your sketchbook tour and the story you tell by making an illustrated journal. I have never done that before with my sketchbooks but you've inspired me to head in that direction! I noticed that the Etchr Perfect Sketchbook paper is 100% cotton, which I have found makes such a difference when painting. Also, I noticed that you're involved in the California Art Club. I recently moved to Atwater Village from Washington, DC for retirement and I hope to get involved in the California Art Club. Thanks again for your amazing video!
John, Thank you.
Beautiful work! Pasadena is my home town, so I loved seeing Castle Green and Eaton Canyon portrayed so beautifully and the arts and crafts aesthetic is so Pasadena from back in the day. So many craftsman bungalows ❤
Kelly, Glad you enjoyed it! Love living in the Pasadena area.
Fantastic! Love your sketchbook tours, you have some very nice pieces in this sketchbook. Is Etchr your preferred sketchbook?
Morrison,
Thank you so much! The Etchr sketchbook is perfect for the way I work...lots of wet paint and glazing. Contains true 140lb 100% cotton paper!
Brenda
So beautiful ! loved it !
Thank you so much!!
Beautiful pages. The Bee float was my favorite. Just adorable!
Awww thank you! ~Brenda
do you like this paper for fountain pen? I can’t decide between the beta sketchbook & etchr!
Annabella, The Etchr Perfect Sketchbook has rougher paper than Beta. You need a wet writer with the Etchr. If you want to do more ink/pen line work you might prefer the Beta. It all depends on how you want to use a sketchbook.
Happy Sketching!
Brenda
@@brendaswensonwatercolors thank you Brenda that helps so much!! My pen definitely feels a bit scratchy on some cold pressed papers so I’ll try the beta first for now
So precious.
Caryl, Thank you!
Wow I love the whole feel of your sketchbook. Now I regret not being able to join your workshop at WASH in Houston when you come. The group is going to have SO much fun! Drawing with ink, no pencil… eek! I need to learn to be comfortable with that… thanks for sharing this awesome book.
I Workshop in Houston is negative Painting. No pen and ink drawing for that workshop.
Love it - thanks for sharing.
You are so welcome!
These are all so beautiful! May I ask a question? On your trips, how do you bring all f your watercolor, water and how do you paint on location? Anyway, these are beautiful. Have a nice day!
Good question! I have a couple set ups for sketching on my UA-cam Channel. Here’s one: ua-cam.com/video/iKsme0wedDk/v-deo.htmlsi=un52pfLJTiF2_ZTC
@@brendaswensonwatercolors Thank you so much! I've been wanting to do on location sketching for a while but it's nice to come prepared and have my bag ready. This definitely helped! :)
Love love love! Your work! What do you use as a sketching pen? It looks like a brown marker? Does it bleed if you add the watercolour?
Hi Alison,
The brown ink you see in the sketchbook we’re done with the fountain pen. I used waterproof ink: De Atramentis Document, Ink, Brown.
I live in SB - hope to catch your next workshop!
Sounds good!
Beautiful work.
Thank you very much!
Question about sketchbooks. Do you know of any that have the elastic strap on both sides? How is that not a thing? I’m thinking of adding one on the front side/left side of my more important sketchbooks.
I don’t know if any sketchbooks with two elastics wraps. I sometimes use an elastic headband.
@@brendaswensonwatercolors thanks, great idea!
Thank you for sharing!!
You are so welcome!
💝
Thanks!
beautiful sketchbook
Thank you😊
Oh wow ❤💕❤️🐝
Thank you! ~Brenda
Beautiful
Thank you! ~Brenda
Thank you for sharing this. So inspiring. I love your work, it’s beautiful.
Fiona, Thank you so much!