As far as painting goes, I am at whatever level is before beginner (!) and have never felt I was “artistic” in any way. But since retiring I have become interested in exploring the possibility that I can learn some artistic skills and have started drawing and doing watercolor painting. I am enjoying it so much! This video was very useful to me and I am going to try these techniques. Thank you.
Mary just saw this comment you posted two years ago. I was wondering if you stuck with your artistic endeavors and if so how's it been going. If not may I ask why not? God bless you..
I have been exploring this type of watercolor painting recently. I really love it because I have to move quickly and make decisions on the fly. This has kept me from overworking my paintings. It has also allowed me to let go of the fear of messing up my painting. This style of painting rewards the mess. Loosening up my painting has allowed me to enjoy the process so much more than I did previously. Thank you for the great tips and for showing two examples of the same subject. That really helped me visualize the process. The possibilities are endless.
I agree that not feeling scared and (almost) not caring if the painting turns out or not is very liberating and always gives better results. Thank you so much for watching the video and your comment!
Thank you for teaching such freedom in watercolor, they both are lovely. Sometimes we get hung up on the rules of the art and forget to paint with the heart, where true beauty comes from.
Love your loose painting its exactly what i was looking for. I just purchased watercolor supplies so that i could start painting. This is going to be a new hobby for me and loose painting looks easier then everything I’ve seen on UA-cam. Thank you for sharing, looking forward to more loose paintings.
I like this style, with many impulsive decisions to create something so beautiful, which comes from pure spontaneity. When I paint, I prefer not to overthink and let my intuition dominate. Thank you for sharing! ❤🙏
I love the loose style of watercolour, and you have achieved a better result than I've seen most other artists manage. I have returned to watercolours after many years and am now investigating this freeing type of watercolour. But I lean towards much more dream-like work than I've been able to find others doing - except you. Well done.
Great instruction on loose watercolor techniques. Thanks for the tips. Both paintings are very pleasing. A slight nod to the first one as I think the background is just a tad more interesting from my viewpoint.
You are the best watercolor instructor on you tube! I have learned more watching your videos over last few days than any class or other on line instructional content! Thank you
I prefer loose watercolor style. Colors moving and mixing on the paper. I’m not so much a flower/landscape person. I like people, buildings, villages, boats, umbrellas, old farm equip. I really want to try to paint boots or high top sneakers. Thanks for the video lesson, Ksenia.
The one on the right was my favorite. Id love more videos on loose painting. Maybe even a tutorial on how you approach a reference photo and decide to paint loosely. Such as which elements you fade into the background which ones you accentuate. Im trying to get better at loose painting
I appreciate your comment, Grayson, I did another flower painting in the loose style and was debating whether to post it or not. You gave me a great idea for the main topic for it! It should come out August 28th.
Nice technique 👌. I like the one on the right. I would like to give this a try. You're narration and demonstration was easy to follow. Thank you for sharing your talent!
I learned 5 things today. I have been painting only a few months and have gotten less loose as opposed to more loose so this is very helpful for me. Thank you!
Wonderful, Sue, glad I could help a little! I was very tight painter when I started with watercolor, it takes a bit of adjustment, it's very different from other mediums like oil or acrylics. Good luck!
Really beautiful. I can't pick a favorite. What I think about loose watercolor is that it ain't easy being easy! Loose, for me, is much harder than detailed. You really have to have a good grasp of techniques and color theory and what looks good where. Like you said, hard edges with soft edges and 'lost and found' edges, etc. Beautiful style!
I preferred the second background. I like your video because you explained a lot as you painted. I will keep my eyes open for mire if your videos. Thank you.
I normally do not paint in a loose style, but this video may just get me to try it out. I still somewhat of a control freak so going loose will take some mental effort on my part. I did like both paintings, but the first one is my favorite. Thanks for the demonstration.
You are welcome, Robert, I'm glad you found this technique intriguing. I think also combining a loose approach with more controlled areas can be very successful.
Great video Ksenia! Thank you. I like the second painting better. I love loose watercolours and think it will take me time to learn and develop my own work this way, but I think it really allows the nature of watercolour paint to be forefronted.
Thank you, very nice...I am fairly new to watercolour, I like your style. I think I preferred the 2nd. Painting....very similar. I would have liked the flowers a brighter pink as was the reference photo.🤗
I love it! It's very inspiring. Loose watercolor paintings have me looking at the art much longer than I do with defined detail art. I find that quite enjoyable. Thank you for sharing. :)
I love loose watercolors and have been watching many videos in an attempt to learn the style. Your video was very informative and your tips on how to achieve the effect were very helpful.
Love your video, very inspiring. I'm a bit scared of trying, so am working on plucking up the courage. My natural self is too neat, and the lovely thing about loose painting is that it's not neat! I like the first painting a lot, but I do like the second better, it has a vibrancy about it.
Thank you for watching, Hazel, and for your kind comments. I definitely had to struggle with “I’m going to paint nice and neat piece” approach. I find that the mindset or the general attitude is the most important way to get away from that. Good luck with your art!
I love this style of painting and am happy to have subscribed to learn more. You asked which one we like better of the 2 and I like the first one. Not to to say the second one isn't beautiful. Looking forward to explore more loose painting. Thank you
The one on the right is my favorite, but they are both beautiful. Thank you so much for your instruction. I enjoyed painting this several times, as I am just learning how to paint loose flowers. I really enjoyed allowing the paint to run and do its own thing. I am usually too controlled in my painting!
I am so glad I came across your tutorials. My favorite technique is loose style and I’m anxious to learn lots more. I have macular degeneration so it’s difficult to paint in small areas or in between lines. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to following you. Thank you so much.
I loved both of the paintings and I love loose watercolor painting too. I'm new to painting, less then 1yr. You're one of the few artist's who can talk and paint! That was great for learning. Thank you I look forward to learning from more of your work
Thank you so much, Diane! I can't talk and paint, I add explanation after the painting is done! :) I know it's very hard to understand what an artist is doing so I feel a certain amount of commentary is necessary for the video to be useful to people. Good luck with your art!
I think I like the second one better. But both are lovely. I find working loosely so difficult. I've painted for almost 30 years and have tried many times. And when I do finally get aittle loose my work is better.
I like the second painting best, I prefer subdued colours. Both paintings are fantastic though. I really struggle to paint loose with watercolours and am going to try to follow your advise, thank you for posting this video
I usually paint on 6x8" and it is lose. This way I can finish quick. Loseness is defined by defining shapes when it is still wet. In a lose painting you are not filling in a drawing. A beginner can easily get intimidated if they start on a large paper and use a large brush loaded with pigment. A beginner should start small and wet. Your points are good. But I thought clarification was needed for a novice. Create shapes when it is still wet..and you got it.
Dinesh, I agree with your clarification. Large format can be too intimidating for a beginner. But at some point we've got to be brave and venture out of our comfort zone, right? :)
Lovely! I like the 2nd one better I think. I'm new to painting. A complete beginner. This style feels less intimidating and more accessible to me to try first. I cannot draw so maybe that is why it feels better. I'm excited to begin! Thank you for helping me make the first step.
Hi ... enjoyed this watching this style of loose watercolour painting come alive ... thanks for asking .. once I saw your two paintings side by side ... I liked the white space in the second creation ! very interesting ... I'll try this technique and see what happens ... I'll also replay your tutorial to guide me ... thank you again!!
Ksenia, loose painting is my referred style and I like to try and start with fresh paints to achieve high saturation of the first application. I am looking forward to your WASH class.
Jack, I know I hesitated at first to use fresh paint, but it definitely works better for large format paintings. I'm working on some exercises that we'll do in class to achieve better washes. :)
I am so happy I've just located you here on UA-cam. I am fairly new to watercolor and I definitely ride the struggle bus when it comes to painting loosely. I will ATTEMPT to try this. Thank you and I look forward to watching more of your videos.
Absolutely Gorgeous! I love loose painting or abstracts. This creation is stunning. Love the vivid colors, techniques, and your generosity in sharing, as well as your expertise. I love both of your paintings. 😘👍💖🎨🌷
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As far as painting goes, I am at whatever level is before beginner (!) and have never felt I was “artistic” in any way. But since retiring I have become interested in exploring the possibility that I can learn some artistic skills and have started drawing and doing watercolor painting. I am enjoying it so much! This video was very useful to me and I am going to try these techniques. Thank you.
So excited for you, Mary! Happy painting!
Mary just saw this comment you posted two years ago. I was wondering if you stuck with your artistic endeavors and if so how's it been going. If not may I ask why not? God bless you..
I appreciate seeing the reference photo as you’re painting, it helps a novice understand why you’re placing colors where you do.
I have been exploring this type of watercolor painting recently. I really love it because I have to move quickly and make decisions on the fly. This has kept me from overworking my paintings. It has also allowed me to let go of the fear of messing up my painting. This style of painting rewards the mess. Loosening up my painting has allowed me to enjoy the process so much more than I did previously. Thank you for the great tips and for showing two examples of the same subject. That really helped me visualize the process. The possibilities are endless.
I agree that not feeling scared and (almost) not caring if the painting turns out or not is very liberating and always gives better results. Thank you so much for watching the video and your comment!
Thank you for teaching such freedom in watercolor, they both are lovely. Sometimes we get hung up on the rules of the art and forget to paint with the heart, where true beauty comes from.
You are very welcome! Thank you for watching and for leaving such a nice comment!
Love your loose painting its exactly what i was looking for. I just purchased watercolor supplies so that i could start painting. This is going to be a new hobby for me and loose painting looks easier then everything I’ve seen on UA-cam. Thank you for sharing, looking forward to more loose paintings.
You are welcome and hope you have lots of fun with watercolor!!
This was SO helpful! Thank you for doing two different ways to portray your work!
You're so welcome, Rachelle, I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
Love both versions.
I like this style, with many impulsive decisions to create something so beautiful, which comes from pure spontaneity. When I paint, I prefer not to overthink and let my intuition dominate. Thank you for sharing! ❤🙏
Well said, Erik, thank you!
I love the top half of the first painting and the bottom half of the second haha . Nice to watch and listen thank you .
I know! I wish I could glue them together! 😁
I love this example of loose watercolour I especially prefer the first painting but the second was is lovely too. Thankyou
Thank you for watching, Elizabeth!
Thanks for this clear and detailed demo of your loose watercolor painting style. It was very helpful.
Glad it was helpful, Gwen, thank you for watching!
Thank you 🙏🏼I prefer the left hand side painting. I like the softness in the background 😌
Thank you, Anya!
I love the loose style of Watercolor painting. I think that each of your paintings have much visual interest. Looking forward to seeing more!
Thank you so much for watching, Kathy!
I like the first painting. Colors stronger. Nice job on both. Anxious to try. I think it is more difficult than you make it look.
I hope you give it a go, Peg, it's just paper! :) If you post on social media, please tag @tummyrubbstudio, I'd love to see your interpretation!
I love the loose style of watercolour, and you have achieved a better result than I've seen most other artists manage. I have returned to watercolours after many years and am now investigating this freeing type of watercolour. But I lean towards much more dream-like work than I've been able to find others doing - except you. Well done.
Thank you so much!
I have a hard time painting loosely -- your video was very helpful! Thank you.
Glad it was helpful, Margo, thank you for watching!
Wow! Thank You!
I like the second version best. It had more variety in the brushstrokes and shapes of the whites.
Great instruction on loose watercolor techniques. Thanks for the tips. Both paintings are very pleasing. A slight nod to the first one as I think the background is just a tad more interesting from my viewpoint.
Thank you, Ted!
You are the best watercolor instructor on you tube! I have learned more watching your videos over last few days than any class or other on line instructional content! Thank you
So happy to hear that, Larry! Thank you so much, you made my day!
I prefer loose watercolor style. Colors moving and mixing on the paper. I’m not so much a flower/landscape person. I like people, buildings, villages, boats, umbrellas, old farm equip. I really want to try to paint boots or high top sneakers. Thanks for the video lesson, Ksenia.
You are very welcome, Sue! I love painting people too, I think I'll try loose watercolor style for portraits - thank you for the creative idea!
The one on the right was my favorite. Id love more videos on loose painting. Maybe even a tutorial on how you approach a reference photo and decide to paint loosely. Such as which elements you fade into the background which ones you accentuate. Im trying to get better at loose painting
I appreciate your comment, Grayson, I did another flower painting in the loose style and was debating whether to post it or not. You gave me a great idea for the main topic for it! It should come out August 28th.
Amazing. They are both lovely, I agree that the 2nd one is looser, I like that!
Nice technique 👌. I like the one on the right. I would like to give this a try. You're narration and demonstration was easy to follow. Thank you for sharing your talent!
Awesome! Thank you so much, Sher!
I learned 5 things today. I have been painting only a few months and have gotten less loose as opposed to more loose so this is very helpful for me. Thank you!
Wonderful, Sue, glad I could help a little! I was very tight painter when I started with watercolor, it takes a bit of adjustment, it's very different from other mediums like oil or acrylics. Good luck!
Loved the one on the right. I love the loose style of painting, keeping some features tight. Thanks for the tips, am a beginner in watercolour.
Thank you for watching! Happy painting!
Really beautiful. I can't pick a favorite. What I think about loose watercolor is that it ain't easy being easy! Loose, for me, is much harder than detailed. You really have to have a good grasp of techniques and color theory and what looks good where. Like you said, hard edges with soft edges and 'lost and found' edges, etc. Beautiful style!
Thank you so much for your comment!
I like the second one. But truly like both. I'm trying to keep practicing and get better at this. Thank you💗😊
I know you will, Kearie, practice is all it is! :)
I preferred the second background. I like your video because you explained a lot as you painted. I will keep my eyes open for mire if your videos. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful, Zina!
Beautiful! They are both nice. Since you wanted an opinion, I liked the first version.
Thank you! 😊
They’re both very beautiful!
Love so much the way you explain what you are doing. Thank you so much,
You are so welcome, Annette! Thank you for watching!
I normally do not paint in a loose style, but this video may just get me to try it out. I still somewhat of a control freak so going loose will take some mental effort on my part. I did like both paintings, but the first one is my favorite. Thanks for the demonstration.
You are welcome, Robert, I'm glad you found this technique intriguing. I think also combining a loose approach with more controlled areas can be very successful.
Great video Ksenia! Thank you. I like the second painting better. I love loose watercolours and think it will take me time to learn and develop my own work this way, but I think it really allows the nature of watercolour paint to be forefronted.
Thank you, Michael, I agree! Watercolor has to flow freely! :)
Thank you, very nice...I am fairly new to watercolour, I like your style. I think I preferred the 2nd. Painting....very similar. I would have liked the flowers a brighter pink as was the reference photo.🤗
Thank you so much, Delyn! 😀
I like the 2 one❤️🙏🏾👏🏾
I love it! It's very inspiring. Loose watercolor paintings have me looking at the art much longer than I do with defined detail art. I find that quite enjoyable. Thank you for sharing. :)
Thank you so much! And thank you for that interesting observation!
I love loose watercolors and have been watching many videos in an attempt to learn the style. Your video was very informative and your tips on how to achieve the effect were very helpful.
So glad to hear that, Kimberley, thank you!
Beautiful paintings both of them!! 😍😍😍
I liked one on left both were great!
both are beautiful
Hi - I prefer the second version but both are lovely. I found your channel through Watercolor Beginners and Beyond. Thank you!
Hi Nancy! Welcome to the channel!
The second one my fav
I love both paintings. Thanks for sharing your tips and your style. I enjoy watching your process.
Glad you enjoyed the video, Tuyet!
Love your video, very inspiring. I'm a bit scared of trying, so am working on plucking up the courage. My natural self is too neat, and the lovely thing about loose painting is that it's not neat! I like the first painting a lot, but I do like the second better, it has a vibrancy about it.
Thank you for watching, Hazel, and for your kind comments. I definitely had to struggle with “I’m going to paint nice and neat piece” approach. I find that the mindset or the general attitude is the most important way to get away from that. Good luck with your art!
Awesome! I really enjoyed your process on the first painting
Thank you so much!
I love this style of painting and am happy to have subscribed to learn more. You asked which one we like better of the 2 and I like the first one. Not to to say the second one isn't beautiful. Looking forward to explore more loose painting. Thank you
Awesome! Thank you, Jane!
The one on the right is my favorite, but they are both beautiful. Thank you so much for your instruction. I enjoyed painting this several times, as I am just learning how to paint loose flowers. I really enjoyed allowing the paint to run and do its own thing. I am usually too controlled in my painting!
It's a struggle for me too, Debbie! I'm glad you are enjoying the video!
Excellent video. Thank you for posting.
I am so glad I came across your tutorials. My favorite technique is loose style and I’m anxious to learn lots more. I have macular degeneration so it’s difficult to paint in small areas or in between lines. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to following you. Thank you so much.
Welcome to the channel, Laura! And thank you so much for your nice comments, I really appreciate your support!
Your explanations are very clear. Like the freshness of the work.
Glad you think so, Gautam, thank you!
I loved both of the paintings and I love loose watercolor painting too. I'm new to painting, less then 1yr. You're one of the few artist's who can talk and paint! That was great for learning. Thank you I look forward to learning from more of your work
Thank you so much, Diane! I can't talk and paint, I add explanation after the painting is done! :) I know it's very hard to understand what an artist is doing so I feel a certain amount of commentary is necessary for the video to be useful to people. Good luck with your art!
A good lesson.
Thank you
You are welcome, Fatoom!
I like the second painting.
Both are so beautiful !!!
I think I like the second one better. But both are lovely. I find working loosely so difficult. I've painted for almost 30 years and have tried many times. And when I do finally get aittle loose my work is better.
Thank you, Judy! I know what you mean, I think you have to get into that state of mind first every time you paint.
Both paintings are beautiful
Thank you so much 😀
I like the painting on the right. I am glad I found you on UA-cam. I was struggling with staying in the lines! I love your loose watercolor examples.
Thank you so much, Mary! Welcome to the channel! :)
Wish would have given supply list. Beautiful!!!
Please…more information on loose watercolor techniques!😊 It’s my favorite.
Will do, Jean! :) If you saw lilacs and the sunflower already, I have some fall leaves coming up this Saturday and the next.
I like the second painting best, I prefer subdued colours. Both paintings are fantastic though. I really struggle to paint loose with watercolours and am going to try to follow your advise, thank you for posting this video
You are very welcome, Julie, thank you for your nice comment!
Well done…both paintings have their own presence…inspiring…be safe…
Thank you, Norman!
Thank you for your talent and showing us how you work. Beautiful! I like the 1st. One the best. Next time I do watercolor I will try your way
Thank you so much for watching! Good luck with your artwork!
I prefer the first one more, but both are good and interesting.
I usually paint on 6x8" and it is lose. This way I can finish quick.
Loseness is defined by defining shapes when it is still wet. In a lose painting you are not filling in a drawing. A beginner can easily get intimidated if they start on a large paper and use a large brush loaded with pigment.
A beginner should start small and wet.
Your points are good. But I thought clarification was needed for a novice. Create shapes when it is still wet..and you got it.
Dinesh, I agree with your clarification. Large format can be too intimidating for a beginner. But at some point we've got to be brave and venture out of our comfort zone, right? :)
@@KseniaAnnis agree. Like your artwork.
thank you for this video! Helped me learn a lot of things!
You're so welcome, Suryatapa, glad it was helpful!
Wow what fun to find you on UA-cam! Both are fabulous! Loved your descriptions and explanations of loosening up. Maybe one day I will get there…
Hi Alison! I’m glad you found me and enjoyed the video! Thank you for watching!
Prefer the second one, and I really learned a lot from this demo, thanks!
Thank you for watching!
Both are beautiful!!!!
Wow... beautiful painting and a great tutorial
Thank you so much, Masayo!
I like them both. You are wonderfull
Awesome! Thank you. the one on the right .. I think.. ok both!
Lol! Thank you!
Lovely! I like the 2nd one better I think. I'm new to painting. A complete beginner. This style feels less intimidating and more accessible to me to try first. I cannot draw so maybe that is why it feels better. I'm excited to begin! Thank you for helping me make the first step.
You are very welcome! I taught this to a beginner class and everyone in it did a great job. Don’t worry about being precise, just have fun! :)
This is very nice, I loose watercolor painting , Thank you !
Love them both!
Thank you for sharing this. Very informative video.
I'm also an Artist, and I am use watercolor.
Glad it was helpful! Always nice to hear from a fellow artist!
I love loose painting! Thanks for sharing.
You are so welcome, Kat, thank you for watching!
Thank you. Really beautiful
Beautiful paintings!
Thank you, Carolyn!
Both r lovely. Vry informative. Thanks
You are welcome, Parminder, my pleasure!
Amazing! I love it and will try. Thank you .
Lovely painting. I prefer the one you painted.
Thank you! I painted both of them though...😊
I like both 😄🤙🏽
Thank you for watching, Gerard!
Lovely! Both of them.
Hi ... enjoyed this watching this style of loose watercolour painting come alive ... thanks for asking .. once I saw your two paintings side by side ... I liked the white space in the second creation ! very interesting ... I'll try this technique and see what happens ... I'll also replay your tutorial to guide me ... thank you again!!
You are very welcome, Bonnie! Good luck with your painting!
Ksenia, loose painting is my referred style and I like to try and start with fresh paints to achieve high saturation of the first application. I am looking forward to your WASH class.
Jack, I know I hesitated at first to use fresh paint, but it definitely works better for large format paintings. I'm working on some exercises that we'll do in class to achieve better washes. :)
I am so happy I've just located you here on UA-cam. I am fairly new to watercolor and I definitely ride the struggle bus when it comes to painting loosely. I will ATTEMPT to try this. Thank you and I look forward to watching more of your videos.
You are so welcome, Deborah! Good luck with your art experiments!
Love your style!
Thank you so much!
Very good
Thanks for sharing .....Have learned a lot
Glad to hear that, Cathy!
This turned out beautiful!
Love it!!💕
Glad you like it, Donna!
This is just so beautiful! I love your vibrant colors.
Thank you so much, Carolyn!
Very much like the 2nd painting
Thank you, Lenie!
I like the one on the right, I am trying loose technique. It's hard to let go.
Believe me I know, Carol! I have to make a conscious effort every time! :)
Absolutely Gorgeous! I love loose painting or abstracts. This creation is stunning. Love the vivid colors, techniques, and your generosity in sharing, as well as your expertise.
I love both of your paintings.
😘👍💖🎨🌷
Thank you so much Liz!
I love loose painting
Love it!
Thanks, Irene!
Really beautiful! I love both versions, but the right one might slightly be a fave :)
Thank you, Shelley! Glad you enjoyed the paintings!
I loved your tutorial thank you . I préférée thé First O’Neil.