Pure genius. True art occurs when one's mind is fed the perfect amount (not too much) to allow the observer to create what they see inside their head rather than have those details exist outside the mind. Trevor, you administer the PERFECT amount.
Hey everyone ...thank you so much for your support and comments ...lets hope things are improving this year in your painting ! I will be putting out some more vids for you :)
I've just discovered you! I'm a beginner and have been painting small gestural figures with some success but your tutorial has amazed me with how much more life they could have! I'll be practicing them today 😀
Absolutely brilliant tutorial Trevor. Thank you! Just started back with watercolours after 30 years away... lots to learn, lots to revise... really helpful to watch some professional tutorials to help me on my way.
So helpful to see how you use the brush. I am going to start doing practice sketches of people and I'm optimistic I will be able to make some of them work!
Putting figures in my paintings is a daunting prospect. Your fantastic videos gave me the courage to try. The figures you paint have such life and movement. A pleasure to watch. Thank you.
Dear sir, your figures are the cutest on earth...[honestly, all the others produce trash]... bought myself your little sabel brush nr 6... some of our favourite colours , took the best water from the tap and I am going to disappear until I,m able to paint at least one decent figure.... bye bye, wish me luck, ...
I did try this technique and am amazed how easy this is. And the figures look very convincing even though they have almost no detail. I will definitely add them to my paintings from now on. I am but a novice at watercolors but have gained an immense amount of knowledge from all of you generous You Tube masters. Thank you!!
Thanks Trevor. So much motion going on and how the viewers imagination fills in the depth as suggested by the brush strokes. It's quite relaxing just watching you actually. Thanks again.
discovered just today, and pleased to have your experience undeer my eyes, I hope to be able to paint some figures with your technic, simply and expressive enough. thanks for sharing
Thank you! Miss the classes at dubai international art Centre and seeing your fabulous paintings at the Majlis gallery! Those were the days in early dubai!
So very helpful. Thank u for making that, I have always struggled with making figures in my watercolors feel and look organic. These tips are absolutely awesome. Thanks and best of luck!
The power of gesture on display...I have practiced this routine many times as promoted in your book on people. Nice to see this demo. It is encouraging to me to practice more! I especially enjoy painting the figures when they are doing something that tells a story. Watching this, it has me thinking that rough paper is an asset. I also noted you are not using your SAA brush with the silver handle and red tip. Thanks much for this video. They are encouraging to all of us! More, please!!
More on the way !!! ...takes time though. I used a Waterford 140lb NOT on this. Useful to use the dry brush "skip " to perform a little bit more movement in the figures....yes using a sable on this which can give a lighter, softer touch.... more tricks of the trade when you visit :))) T
Hi Trevor, i am new to painting! so trying to teach myself to paint in watercolour. find your videos the best. also, love your work.and find your voice so soothing, so have painting lessons and relaxation classes thrown in! thank you. Sue.
Just saw your book, and 'am meaning to buy it so I've search for book preview in youtube first.. then I saw this video!! 'Would definitely buy that book!! And a new subscriber here!! :D
Since I discovered your little figures, I am totally addicted... as you know. Now, I found something new, something that helps me a lot... with my IPad I watch your video (little figures 1, my favourite)
@@TrevorWaughSo glad to read you. Was a bit worried, honestly. I am recovering from a serious disease, but I m back in town. Since 2020 I am a student in the Academy of art. Oil painting. I love it. I know, it’s hard to believe but my teacher says I am really gifted. Two evenings of each three hours is a piece of cake… at home I paint at least five hours a day. Hardly time for errands, eating and resting. My love for painting helped me recovering. So, I admit, my watercolours are in the cupboard, for now… to be honest, oil painting is more forgiving than watercolours… Nevertheless I regularly come watching if there’s some Waugh news… So I am very happy you’re back in town as well. Wish you all the best! Good health in the first place!
Oeps... all of a sudden, my comment was gone, ... excuse me, so I go on: here is my new method... This morning, I watched your video nr1 ( for the hundredth time) with my second IPad I took pictures of every movement you make. That is quite a lot. Then, watching picture by picture I start painting. But, because I don't want to miss the music, most inspiring, by the way, I play the video at the same time. And your comment is also inspiring. Since a few weeks I spend hours and hours trying to make the little bastards... still not very happy with the result, BUT having the most wonderful time! Thank you so much, sir. Every day, you make my day!
Hi Myriam ... A little tip...not mentioned in this vid...if it helps ...use brush pressure in a single movement to create the body of the figure... I call it "belly dancing" ....i.e. press and release in a single stroke :) ...hope this helps ...keep watching ..more vids soon . TW
Thx for the tip, sir! I'll exercise on my belly-dancing....lol. One more question, please? How much paint and water? Your brush doesn't look very loaded... although I have a sabel round nr 6, your brush looks a little thinner than mine... for the rest, what I miss, is just..... your talent!
Trevor Waugh , you are really too kind! And very patient! Thanks again for all your good advice. It is very big help. There is some progress. "Monster"-time is almost over. Still hopeful and hard training...But, if you don't mind, I've got a last (I promise!) question. What is the best size for the basic training of little figures? Sorry I bother you again. Please forgive me. But please do remember, if I became so passionate it's all your fault. Since I am in a good mood... I'll forgive you.
Masterful strokes once again and surprised just how many colours are used. (apart from something very special, I only ever use three), but Trevor always knows what he is doing and proves it with his results. Thank you Trevor.
So grateful for you super advice... painting armies of figures, here. Totally addicted. Bought some of your brushes and it really works! But I admit, a good figure still happens by accident... deep sigh...
Hello Trevor. You are an amazing artist 👏🏼. By the way, I cannot find part one of this human figures. Can you or someone share the link for that please 🙏🏼
You are really too kind and very patient. Thanks again for your advice. It is very helpful. Here there is some progress. "Monster" time is almost over... but I need more training.Last little question ( I promise). Is there a "best" size for the training of basic figures? Sorry to bother you again... but remember if I became that passionate, it is all your fault. Since I am in a good mood... I'll forgive you...
![[Eng sub] 5min Easy Watercolor | Simple figures painting](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/XrmApDcMiBs/mqdefault.jpg)
Very well executed and nicely explained step by step. Thank you Sir.
Thanks Trevor! The best watercolor figures I have ever seen on UA-cam...
Thanks Stuffs...much appreciated !
I agree - Top Notch!
Thanks Everyone !
Trevor Waugh skies?
Wow, it looks so simple and clear.... when you do it... thank you. I will try maybe to follow your instructions, Curious how I manage
Pure genius. True art occurs when one's mind is fed the perfect amount (not too much) to allow the observer to create what they see inside their head rather than have those details exist outside the mind. Trevor, you administer the PERFECT amount.
Well thank you so much TheDarDar1 !!! Those insights mean so much...after a lifetime of practice...huge blessings on you !! :) T
Hey everyone ...thank you so much for your support and comments ...lets hope things are improving this year in your painting ! I will be putting out some more vids for you :)
Excellent teacher!
I've just discovered you! I'm a beginner and have been painting small gestural figures with some success but your tutorial has amazed me with how much more life they could have! I'll be practicing them today 😀
So realistic, your lovely figures are really convincing and I feel far more confident in including figures in my paintings now.
This stuff Works !
Absolutely brilliant tutorial Trevor. Thank you! Just started back with watercolours after 30 years away... lots to learn, lots to revise... really helpful to watch some professional tutorials to help me on my way.
Welcome Back ! :)
Really nice demo, clear and good mention of colours used. Now I'll get back to my painting with a better way of figure painting.
So helpful to see how you use the brush. I am going to start doing practice sketches of people and I'm optimistic I will be able to make some of them work!
Putting figures in my paintings is a daunting prospect. Your fantastic videos gave me the courage to try. The figures you paint have such life and movement. A pleasure to watch. Thank you.
I have shared this with my paint class. something to practice on while enjoying my new patio in the mornings. I subscribed!
Thank You Cavell !!!
Thank you for your wonderful demos! I am needless to say in awe, the very reason why I lOVE watercolour.
You're Welcome !!!
Really beautiful and elegant figures! Great work! :)
Thank You !!!
Art Pro
Dear sir, your figures are the cutest on earth...[honestly, all the others produce trash]... bought myself your little sabel brush nr 6... some of our favourite colours , took the best water from the tap and I am going to disappear until I,m able to paint at least one decent figure.... bye bye, wish me luck, ...
THE BEST FIGURES, TK U
This is poetry at the tip of the brush! Thank you so much 🙏
Thank you so much for this video. There aren't many videos on watercolor figure painting. I will be practicing these techniques hopefully today.
Thank You Susan !
I did try this technique and am amazed how easy this is. And the figures look very convincing even though they have almost no detail. I will definitely add them to my paintings from now on. I am but a novice at watercolors but have gained an immense amount of knowledge from all of you generous You Tube masters. Thank you!!
Thanks Trevor. So much motion going on and how the viewers imagination fills in the depth as suggested by the brush strokes. It's quite relaxing just watching you actually. Thanks again.
VOGELBIRD123 you're very welcome .... with the brushstroke .....it's all about the intention 😀
Seemingly casual brilliance!
Thanks Trevor you are a master and your brushwork is an inspiration!!!
Thanks Tom !
Brilliant. So very helpful and an excellent voice over . Thank you so much. Can't wait to get cracking!
Thank You Christine ...more on the way when I get time !
I hope that's not too far away. Thank you.
This is fascinating instruction...I am inspired so! Thank you for your teachings and fine selection of background music too. Blessings.
discovered just today, and pleased to have your experience undeer my eyes, I hope to be able to paint some figures with your technic, simply and expressive enough.
thanks for sharing
Welcome aboard!
Que interesante, figuras que expresan mucho. Parece facil...pero.
Thank you! Miss the classes at dubai international art Centre and seeing your fabulous paintings at the Majlis gallery! Those were the days in early dubai!
Thanks Dana...will be back in Dubai this year around Sept. Oct time Please connect with me via the networks if you can ? Best wishes Trevor
The best tutorial ever! Im truly impressed...it's like magic. I'm going to practise this to get similar results. Thank you for sharing.
Thank yo for this excellent demo. Going to practice them now and often.
beautifull paint for practice
Super simple technique but highly effective. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Rob !
OMG! What a wonderful demo and explanation! Thank you so much, very helpful. Great music too!
Hey Beverley thank yu so much for that feedback...makes a big difference ! T
So clever and fresh and loose, am going to give it a try!
Thanks !
Thank you so much Trevor.. I'm just starting out, and that helped a lot,. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work.
Thank you and good luck !
So very helpful. Thank u for making that, I have always struggled with making figures in my watercolors feel and look organic. These tips are absolutely awesome. Thanks and best of luck!
Thank You for Watching !!!
I can watch this over and over again. Thanks for sharing
Bjarni Jónasson uni
Thanks!! Very helpful! So grateful for the colors too!
You're Welcome !
Great technique on the figures. My friend can paint like this as well. Very cool painting style. Thanks for sharing Trevor!
Thank you for this wonderful tutorial..you are and extremely talented artist, thank you for sharing your technique with us.
My Pleasure !
Lovely technique Trevor.. thanks for sharing
You're most welcome Javed !
Thank you Trevor for your help !
Your'e Welcome !
Perfect pace for me and such clear and relaxed instruction. Thankyou so much 🙏
You’re welcome 😊
The power of gesture on display...I have practiced this routine many times as promoted in your book on people. Nice to see this demo. It is encouraging to me to practice more! I especially enjoy painting the figures when they are doing something that tells a story. Watching this, it has me thinking that rough paper is an asset. I also noted you are not using your SAA brush with the silver handle and red tip. Thanks much for this video. They are encouraging to all of us! More, please!!
More on the way !!! ...takes time though. I used a Waterford 140lb NOT on this. Useful to use the dry brush "skip " to perform a little bit more movement in the figures....yes using a sable on this which can give a lighter, softer touch.... more tricks of the trade when you visit :))) T
Please consider making DVD and sell it!!! Don't know about the book.. in the process of ordering now..
Thanks Trevor! I've been practicing your figures and it's great fun!
Thanks for your message William !
That's amazing! Thanks so much for sharing. You always make it look so easy and elegant. Great technique. I'll try it out...
Thanks ich selbst !!!
Trevor both classes were awesome! Thank you, I can't wait to give this a try!
I like your group approach. So simple but effective.
Thanks !
So effortless. Thank you. I will be practicing.
Thank you Trevor! This is so impressive and I really enjoy and LOVE IT!
Thank you very much for sharing your ART.
magnifique ! quel talent . beautiful figures!
Truly an outstanding tutorial. Great explanations throughout, and you have simplified it so very well. Love "Salamander". Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for noticing my music too !
Hi Trevor, i am new to painting! so trying to teach myself to paint in watercolour. find your videos the best. also, love your work.and find your voice so soothing, so have painting lessons and relaxation classes thrown in! thank you. Sue.
Hey susan....love this message...thank You !
Me too :) this is great fun
Just saw your book, and 'am meaning to buy it so I've search for book preview in youtube first.. then I saw this video!! 'Would definitely buy that book!! And a new subscriber here!! :D
Hey Thanks Mike ! and for the Sub :) Happy New Year !
Since I discovered your little figures, I am totally addicted... as you know. Now, I found something new, something that helps me a lot... with my IPad I watch your video (little figures 1, my favourite)
Thanks ! Keep going :)
@@TrevorWaughSo glad to read you. Was a bit worried, honestly. I am recovering from a serious disease, but I m back in town. Since 2020 I am a student in the Academy of art. Oil painting. I love it. I know, it’s hard to believe but my teacher says I am really gifted. Two evenings of each three hours is a piece of cake… at home I paint at least five hours a day. Hardly time for errands, eating and resting. My love for painting helped me recovering. So, I admit, my watercolours are in the cupboard, for now… to be honest, oil painting is more forgiving than watercolours… Nevertheless I regularly come watching if there’s some Waugh news… So I am very happy you’re back in town as well. Wish you all the best! Good health in the first place!
So enjoyable and full of great content!
This is so amazing, Trevor, thank you!!!
My pleasure!
Thank you for generously sharing your talent!
You're Welcome George and have a happy New Year !
I never realized how simple the shadows could be, thanks so much for sharing! this was just what I needed! :)))
Thanks !
Oeps... all of a sudden, my comment was gone, ... excuse me, so I go on: here is my new method... This morning, I watched your video nr1 ( for the hundredth time) with my second IPad I took pictures of every movement you make. That is quite a lot. Then, watching picture by picture I start painting. But, because I don't want to miss the music, most inspiring, by the way, I play the video at the same time. And your comment is also inspiring. Since a few weeks I spend hours and hours trying to make the little bastards... still not very happy with the result, BUT having the most wonderful time! Thank you so much, sir. Every day, you make my day!
Hi Myriam ... A little tip...not mentioned in this vid...if it helps ...use brush pressure in a single movement to create the body of the figure... I call it "belly dancing" ....i.e. press and release in a single stroke :) ...hope this helps ...keep watching ..more vids soon . TW
Thx for the tip, sir! I'll exercise on my belly-dancing....lol. One more question, please? How much paint and water? Your brush doesn't look very loaded... although I have a sabel round nr 6, your brush looks a little thinner than mine... for the rest, what I miss, is just..... your talent!
Sable round No. 8 or No.10. loaded 50/50 water and colour ...don't forget to belly dance that brush ! ...and then reload.
Trevor Waugh , you are really too kind! And very patient! Thanks again for all your good advice. It is very big help. There is some progress. "Monster"-time is almost over. Still hopeful and hard training...But, if you don't mind, I've got a last (I promise!) question. What is the best size for the basic training of little figures? Sorry I bother you again. Please forgive me. But please do remember, if I became so passionate it's all your fault. Since I am in a good mood... I'll forgive you.
Masterful strokes once again and surprised just how many colours are used. (apart from something very special, I only ever use three), but Trevor always knows what he is doing and proves it with his results. Thank you Trevor.
Great , Great , Great Review ...Thank you sooo much Daniel !
excellent instruction and truly beautiful figures! I found this very helpful and encouraging!
Thank You Lorna :)
Excellent tutorial.............many thanks for doing this,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,very helpful!
You're Welcome !
Thanks for the class, Trevor. Applause!!!!!
You're Welcome ! :)
Thank you. Very clear and efficient instruction.
Thanks !
thank you. love your technique and teaching process.
Youre Welcome !!!
Absolutely wonderful-no frill tutorial. Indebted.
Beautiful and so helpful, thank you!
Mind blown! That was incredible. Thank you 🙏
太厲害了👍！ 可不可以請你做一集，教如何去畫地上不同光源的人影？ 謝謝🙏
Thank YOU Cap'n Jack Sparrow... you are just on a diff level sir... just brilliant!
Thanks Trevor, great tips! I never ever comment on anything but just want to say a big thanks, and keep the videos coming 🙏🌅
Sorry for delay in replying ...stay safe ! Thanks !
So grateful for you super advice... painting armies of figures, here. Totally addicted. Bought some of your brushes and it really works! But I admit, a good figure still happens by accident... deep sigh...
Extraordinarily helpful!
Thank you. I really needed this tutorial. Practice!!!!
I love love love your style. Thanks for the video!
You're Most Welcome ...keep viewing...and Thanks for the notification ! T
Brilliant study. Thanks Trevor.
Super, Trevor!
Thanks Jim !
Thank you very much! The tutorial is very helpful!
Absolutely awesome, thank you for sharing
Thank You Norma ! stay safe :)
I have your book and this brings it to life ...thank you 👍😄🇨🇦
Thanks Heather !!!
Heather Banks... I used to have Trevors's book , during my moval it is the only book that went missing.... bhoewhoeehoehoe snif, snif... snif
Thank you Mr. Waugh
Youre Welcome !
thanK Trevor Waugh..it is Very Helpful for Us.
Thank you Trevor...really helpful.
Hello Trevor. You are an amazing artist 👏🏼. By the way, I cannot find part one of this human figures. Can you or someone share the link for that please 🙏🏼
Hallo Herr Trevor sehr Gute Technik 😮
Thanks Trevor, a great help to me.
Glad to hear it!
Te me habias perdido de mi lista de reproducción y finalmente te encontré!! Estoy muy feliz porque me fascina tu arte! ❤️👍😍💋
I love this video. I've learned to utilize my paints better. Thanks.
Thank you very much. Very useful.
Thanks Trevor very informative and easy to follow, something else I've learnt. Peter Dee...
Thank you so much, enjoyed and practising x
You're Welcome !
Thanks! Great tutorial.
You're welcome!
ur painting is amazing
Thank You !
Spectacular!
That was amazing. Thank you.
You're Welcome Driven !
Wow, you could be a radio presenter. Good video AND no annoying voice. Very tough to find on UA-cam
Thank You !
Excellent demo, Trevor! I've got to practise more. My people look like carrots with pumpkin heads!
Lol .... Yep... more practice... Thanks T
You are really too kind and very patient. Thanks again for your advice. It is very helpful. Here there is some progress. "Monster" time is almost over... but I need more training.Last little question ( I promise). Is there a "best" size for the training of basic figures? Sorry to bother you again... but remember if I became that passionate, it is all your fault. Since I am in a good mood... I'll forgive you...
Best size 2 to 3" inches ...but as you feel comfortable with ...practice all sizes though ! Thanks for your comments Myriam.
Thank you for your tutorial ! It's so great !
Youre Welcome !
I enjoyed this vid. Thank you.
Thank you too!
You are so talented Trevor! Thank you for sharing your work and skills! I am soooooo inspired! 😍
Simply out class!