9 Minute Watercolor Tutorial for Absolute Beginners - Start Painting Today!

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  • @learntopaintwatercolor
    @learntopaintwatercolor  Рік тому +22

    ▶︎Free Video Lesson: 7 Secrets of Fresh, Powerful Painting www.learntopaintwatercolor.com/7secrets

    • @cosmicfxx
      @cosmicfxx Рік тому +2

      BUT ... if you DON'T tape paper down, does it buckle?? And how do you avoid buckle when not taping paper down? You never clarified on that...

    • @maremacd
      @maremacd 6 місяців тому

      I followed the link, input my email address, but did not see beginner’s supplies list. Will that be emailed?

    • @robinfox4440
      @robinfox4440 Місяць тому

      This video isn't "free." You have to enter a name and email, which puts you on an irritating mailing list, so you get advertised more of Matthew's content, all of which uses tons of FOMO to drum up interest and sales. I'm sure he's a very good teacher, but this type of eCommerce was predatory and scummy in the early 2000's and it's predatory and scummy now.

    • @angusg220
      @angusg220 4 дні тому

      @@cosmicfxx If your paper does buckle, it is not a problem and very easily sorted out. I was a picture framer for 20 years and sorting out w/colours was one of the jobs that we did at least every week and more often than not, several times each week.....Once the a/w is dry, wet the BACK of the painting. Tape this side down starting with the shortest edge and work either clockwise or anticlockwise depending on your preference. The first thing that will happen is around the half hour mark is that you might think that you have made matters worse as it will have buckled all over the place. Let it dry overnight and all will be fine in the morning.

  • @JohnvanGurp
    @JohnvanGurp Рік тому +382

    Super tutorial, thank you very much! My mother was a professional artist for 70+ years and mastered every medium she tried from oils to clay sculpture, to sketching to watercolors. Here I am retired and in my early 60s and I’m gonna start painting too.

    • @guillermomartino4345
      @guillermomartino4345 8 місяців тому +14

      Is there any way to see your mom’s work?

    • @AnnapolisGirly
      @AnnapolisGirly 5 місяців тому +6

      My mom too. She began painting at 50 but never did much watercolor. Oils for her. I’m 63 and exploring!

    • @bettfon3541
      @bettfon3541 5 місяців тому +2

      DNA always help!!!

    • @NINA10117
      @NINA10117 5 місяців тому +4

      @johnvanGurp Your post here was 11 months ago so how are you doing with your painting? I hope you are well and doing fine paintings. 🙂

    • @JohnvanGurp
      @JohnvanGurp 5 місяців тому +4

      @@NINA10117 Hi and wow thanks for checking in. I left my watercolour kit at my cottage and every time I'm there I do a little sketch and paint it in. It's a source of great enjoyment and meditation. Have a great rest of your day :-)

  • @jhanvee007
    @jhanvee007 8 місяців тому +55

    I absolutely loved to paint as a kid but I left those days behind. I am trying again to reconnect with things I loved previously and your video is a boon to me. Thank you 🥺

    • @NINA10117
      @NINA10117 5 місяців тому +1

      @hanvee007 Yay you! Do it! I'm doing the exact same thing. I worked 2 jobs most of my life. Now I'm retired and I dug out all my "Dream Boxes" meaning boxes full of things I bought on sale or clearance over the long years and put away until I found the time somewhere, somehow to get to painting, and writing, and playing music. Here and there along the way I managed enough time to squeeze in a few things but now I'n retired and going full bore. I did discover that picking it all back up from childhood was very different. I had to find a way to bring back that carefree, playful way of a child. In the beginning the adult critic in me was shouting all the time: "Don't make a mistake, that doesn't look right, you're too old for this nonsense, blah, blah, blah. So I broke everything down into bite sized pieces. Literally. I cut my watercolor and drawing papers into two inch by three inch pieces, I set up a little folding table with my watercolors and drawing pencils so that I was looking at it every time I sat down with my coffee. When I finished a little practice painting or drawing I cleaned up, got fresh clean water, washed the brushes, etc so that the next time I sat down it is right there ready to go. I found out later watching a video that those little paintings are actually a thing: they're called artists cards. Similar to baseball trading cards. Lol, who knew?

  • @prophet7247
    @prophet7247 11 місяців тому +11

    Informing people to put the lightest values on first is probably one of the most helpful advice I've gotten from a watercolor tutorial. Great video!

  • @d.martinez-rodriguez333
    @d.martinez-rodriguez333 Рік тому +50

    I appreciate these "Cliff Notes" versions of your lessons.🎨🎨🎨

  • @julioginerdivenosa2446
    @julioginerdivenosa2446 6 місяців тому +21

    Wonderful! I am writing a novel in which the female protagonist is a girl who loves to paint, especially watercolours. Although I don't paint, your video has been a great help to me. Congratulations you're a true artist!

    • @Nutslayer96
      @Nutslayer96 4 місяці тому +2

      That sounds so interesting! I’d love to read it

  • @KginVT
    @KginVT Рік тому +50

    Invaluable info in such a short time! I’ve been painting for years but I really needed to see this video because it simplifies everything. I tend to overwork, over think, over analyze, etc. So I will watch this again. THANK YOU! 😊

    • @philippbaumann5549
      @philippbaumann5549 Рік тому +2

      Same for me, I probably will watch this again so that it will settle in my 50 year old brain!

  • @Mamakate2382
    @Mamakate2382 4 місяці тому +5

    Wow! You covered not only every point a beginning watercolor student would need but also a wonderful refresher for the seasoned painter. I am a retired art teacher, having mastered & taught both watercolor and oils, but you, young man, make me want to teach again. Bravo!

  • @ReinhildeLenaers
    @ReinhildeLenaers Рік тому +11

    I feel I can do anything after watching your video's. You are such an inspiration. Thank you, Matt!

  • @SayHelloToOblivion
    @SayHelloToOblivion Рік тому +2

    I quickly learned why going with tube paint is better when I attempted my first painting. I wish I would have watched this video before I bought my palette of Winsor and Newton pan paints. The more color you want, the more water you need to add to get it out of the pan, which just dilutes it. You never win.

  • @createwithwatercolor
    @createwithwatercolor Рік тому +13

    I think these 9 mins were very much informative in my day today. Enjoyed this video. This has got everything one need to know about watercolor painting and equally valuable for both beginners and experienced people. Thanks 🙏 for this

  • @toffylikesgames
    @toffylikesgames Рік тому +17

    Great video, all the important info in 9 minutes :) After practicing values, I found that I'm enjoying step 2 the most - adding darker values and establishing shapes. It's SO satisfying and it's really changing the way your art looks!

  • @sudharajesh2749
    @sudharajesh2749 Рік тому +8

    Thanks so much for the effort you are taking in making these videos available. Your instructions are so clear and precise and valuable too. Thanks Matt.

  • @Andy_S.
    @Andy_S. 5 місяців тому +2

    Большое спасибо! Всё ясно и понятно!
    Я - художник -керамист из Москвы, но хочу вспомнить молодость и вернуться к волшебному миру акварели, в которой я никогда НЕ был большим Мастером. Спасибо за чёткие, ясные инструкции! Ваши работы восхищают своей точной тональностью (tone), композиций и акварельным мастерством!
    Подписался!

  • @skee6706
    @skee6706 6 місяців тому

    Absolutely love your teaching style. I have been rather intimidated with watercolr but you have showed me in very easy to understand terms what and how to start. Thank you

  • @Jmansano_illustrations
    @Jmansano_illustrations 6 днів тому

    I usually paint dark to light. , I’ll try this way 💯🎨 great video

  • @stephanieashworth6317
    @stephanieashworth6317 4 місяці тому +7

    White of the clouds 'left behind' is such a revelation!

  • @nasosvlachos63
    @nasosvlachos63 Рік тому +2

    I want to thank you very much for the knowledge you share and, furthermore, to congratulate you for the way you do it.
    I have watched hundreds of videos of watercolor demos and instructions and I have to say that yours are the most efficient and helpful.
    You've done great job in listing the essentials and underlining them, making knowledge easier and less time consuming for everyone.
    You are a brilliant artist and a great teacher, although in every art we are all students and learning never stops, I think you will agree with this...

    • @t.s.5206
      @t.s.5206 Рік тому +1

      Matthew really is exceptional - his tone of voice and pace lets us process information better. So many talk to hear their own voices - Matthew communicates thoroughly and comprehensively without belaboring a subject. His eye contact with the viewer is so important, too, and helps bond with him. In just a handful of his videos I feel like I’ve learned tons of things no other online artist tutor has covered. Immense appreciation to this gifted teacher & watercolorist.

    • @nasosvlachos63
      @nasosvlachos63 Рік тому

      @@t.s.5206 Absolutely gifted teacher and watercolorist!

  • @ChantelleArts
    @ChantelleArts Рік тому +4

    I always choose a palette based on how big the mixing tray is, sometimes they’re tiny! Great tips here 😊

  • @tonistrak345
    @tonistrak345 Рік тому

    I started with the "learn as I do, improve with "formal" education, critique, and tutorials. This video has been the most helpful so far!

  • @Alvichayan
    @Alvichayan 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for using what you have learned during all these paintings to teach ❤

  • @vfxsoup
    @vfxsoup Місяць тому

    I used to paint water color a long time ago... I just wanted to say your work is great and your explanation very good.

  • @Mariaciletti-b1q
    @Mariaciletti-b1q 29 днів тому

    This is a great introduction for beginners. Everything in this video answers the questions in the survey you sent out.

  • @silvawestera
    @silvawestera 23 дні тому

    For me this is definitely the best watercolour tutorial I found! Thank you so much! Excited to watch more of your videos and to become better at watercoloring.
    Also love your paintings! 😍

  • @slnoupsoup481
    @slnoupsoup481 11 місяців тому +1

    i feel lighter after watching this, how is it so good.

  • @ulysees08
    @ulysees08 Рік тому +2

    Love that Matt. Thanks a bunch. Straight to the point simple points.

  • @Baobabaloo
    @Baobabaloo 7 місяців тому

    Very cool tip about watering the front and back! I'm gonna try that sometime! 🙂

  • @BruinsVanguard
    @BruinsVanguard Рік тому +10

    I'm trading in my digital tablet for watercolor this year and I'm so excited that I found this channel! I really look forward to watching more of your lessons, thank you! :)

  • @nancylim8210
    @nancylim8210 2 місяці тому +1

    I just learned so much!!!! Thank you Matthew!!

  • @babsbab5746
    @babsbab5746 6 місяців тому +2

    I’m so glad I found this video before starting watercolor-you’re a great instructor-thank you

  • @cindywilliams8815
    @cindywilliams8815 Рік тому +3

    I have learned so much from your videos. Clear and precise instructions. Thank you 😊!

  • @petravazanska5707
    @petravazanska5707 3 місяці тому

    Oh what beauty!! Its like photographs, so real.. there s no way i can become as good id like to learn aquarel and try chinese style but this here is so beautiful❤

  • @SonyaMcPherson-t3y
    @SonyaMcPherson-t3y 7 місяців тому

    Unbelievably helpful! I am so excited to have stumbled to your site. You are an exceptional instructor!

  • @tomcrookes5689
    @tomcrookes5689 29 днів тому

    I’m not even a painter and i just subscribed! Incredible

  • @ShannaJosiah
    @ShannaJosiah 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for the advise your sharing. I'm newbe to Art world trying charcol, paint, and now trying watercolors. your video made it so easy to understand the process. TY and plz keep upnthe great video's for us.

  • @warrengarr3709
    @warrengarr3709 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for this valuable lesson that focuses in on each critical aspect of watercolor! Your approach is encouraging and clear.

  • @dedekurnia6163
    @dedekurnia6163 Рік тому

    I m from Indonesia,thank you Matthew for your easycatching tutorial you have given

  • @JordanHunter333
    @JordanHunter333 Рік тому +6

    First time viewer, new subscriber...what a wonderful video Matthew. I am so new to watercolor that I haven't done it yet! :) I'm at that exciting (for me, at least), research stage to learn as much as I can about all of the supplies before making my first investment. Your video has come near the end of that process and perfectly so. Brought this volume of new information down to essentials, and with it a sense of calm and "I can do this!"

  • @barandianati4673
    @barandianati4673 4 місяці тому +1

    What a tutorial!you didn’t miss one single detail.thanks

  • @marymathis9299
    @marymathis9299 9 місяців тому

    You are excellent...in your painting and in your instruction! Thank you soooo very much! I am looking forward to following your lesson plan. I am not new to painting...in my mid 70s now but have been painting, crafting, and all sorts of creative things since my early school days. Guess that would make me a very experienced novice! 👍🏻
    Appreciate the way you bring all the info down to essentials...lovely!!! Thanks again! Gonna see what else you have for us....❤❤❤

  • @corlingrey
    @corlingrey Рік тому

    im glad i saw this before i started. this tutorial a game changer

  • @ruthdallas6125
    @ruthdallas6125 Рік тому

    Good summation of things that even if you know you sometimes forget to use.

  • @jimaiello750
    @jimaiello750 3 місяці тому

    Great tutorial. Not too much, not too little, and covers everything.

  • @tiffanybolton1832
    @tiffanybolton1832 Місяць тому

    2nd time watching this and I’m sure I will refer to it again- but this time I am taking notes. It’s been very helpful. Such a great tutorial, thank you!

  • @TrangHoang-tu7xq
    @TrangHoang-tu7xq 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for very professional explanation

  • @danielgasser1871
    @danielgasser1871 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, great introduction, just started with water color, and love the medium, but you need a good introduction. This is truly great, love your paintings, and felt inspired and found some new ideas.

  • @ziaw4217
    @ziaw4217 11 місяців тому +1

    One of the best tutorials❤

  • @PankajSinghArt
    @PankajSinghArt 2 місяці тому +1

    Pure gold🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @paulrowe9486
    @paulrowe9486 Місяць тому +1

    BRILLIANT !!!!!!

  • @chloelee9264
    @chloelee9264 Рік тому +3

    So glad to have found your channel. I are selfless to be sharing all these great advice. I love your style of painting that's realistic and convey moods!

  • @ArasLazgeen_Art
    @ArasLazgeen_Art 2 місяці тому

    So nice and clear explain about all the process of Watercolor technique 🎨

  • @mfv2024
    @mfv2024 7 місяців тому

    Great presentation. Useful information. Thank you.

  • @ladymermalade2329
    @ladymermalade2329 Місяць тому

    Thank you for tips ❤❤❤

  • @TheresaClark-w7v
    @TheresaClark-w7v 10 місяців тому

    I love the quality of your voice. Very easy listening. Great info for me as a beginner

  • @ОляВласенко-м5я
    @ОляВласенко-м5я Місяць тому

    Your paintings is so beautiful

  • @carlitosangulo
    @carlitosangulo Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this video!

  • @sanjivanigole9138
    @sanjivanigole9138 11 місяців тому

    You are generous and thoughtful to give so much valuable information in just nine minutes.. will watch it again and again. The glimpses of some of your paintings is something to look forward too. Thank you very much

  • @nathalieritz2817
    @nathalieritz2817 Рік тому

    Hi Matthiew. Thank you so much for sharring your skills and technics of watercolor. You are amazing! God bless you

  • @WatDoino
    @WatDoino 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing those beginners tips!

  • @donnadonna4855
    @donnadonna4855 Місяць тому

    now I know I am on the right track. Thx

  • @gerardoconnor4278
    @gerardoconnor4278 Місяць тому

    Superb tutorial. Thank you.

  • @stefaniecolonius4780
    @stefaniecolonius4780 Рік тому

    "The light that you need to leave behind" ❤

  • @vkmalini1
    @vkmalini1 Рік тому +1

    You explained everything so well I such a short time! Thank you so much!

  • @stephanieashworth6317
    @stephanieashworth6317 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for beginning at the beginning!

  • @michaelfritschi3663
    @michaelfritschi3663 5 місяців тому

    Love all the positive comments!

  • @justinwr092
    @justinwr092 Рік тому +2

    Such a great channel. I'm so glad I found watercolor. The whole community and culture is awesome. Can't wait for Watercolor Live in 2 weeks!

  • @corallall
    @corallall Рік тому +1

    Божественный автор! Как прекрасно обьясняет!!!❤
    Но складывается впечатление что все художники сейчас зарабатывают не своими картинами а исключительно обучением людей рисовать😊

  • @maisycakes1125
    @maisycakes1125 2 місяці тому

    Thankyou - that was brilliant for me 😊

  • @johnjunji8443
    @johnjunji8443 2 місяці тому

    very informative video! short but full of values there! very appreciate your help

  • @sushmita5902
    @sushmita5902 5 місяців тому

    I learn from your painting sir. Thank you so much . Mind blowing art

  • @avikr9006
    @avikr9006 Рік тому +1

    This my friend was bloody awesome. Thank you!

  • @marianoavilagray9705
    @marianoavilagray9705 2 місяці тому

    Concise, straight to the point and great tips. New subscriber

  • @pintsizestories196
    @pintsizestories196 Місяць тому

    Thanks for the very helpful video. I'm thinking instead of squinting at my reference, I can take off my glasses - instant blurriness :)

  • @barbarawinkle1042
    @barbarawinkle1042 25 днів тому

    So glad that I found your channel. Excellent instruction! New subscriber.

  • @gracephillips5840
    @gracephillips5840 13 днів тому

    Thanks bro 👊 great tips

  • @CINDYYEEAH
    @CINDYYEEAH 6 місяців тому +1

    Can’t believe this is free… thank you for this! It was so helpful ❤

  • @melindarobino2930
    @melindarobino2930 5 місяців тому +1

    I watched this with the sound off (everyone was sleeping), and I could still follow this well-presented tutorial).

  • @donnacarraway9182
    @donnacarraway9182 Рік тому

    Thank you! I agree with almost everything you said! Great info for everyone!!

  • @SheilaghRiordan
    @SheilaghRiordan Рік тому +1

    Wonderful! Thank you. Music was fantastic, by the way.

  • @anitaellison5658
    @anitaellison5658 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow! Wonderful video. Love your work too.😊

  • @uRwEiRd_BeStIe
    @uRwEiRd_BeStIe Рік тому

    Thank You Matthew!

  • @thecandyunicorn7728
    @thecandyunicorn7728 11 місяців тому

    Thank you thank youu for this video. I won’t elaborate because I have to finish 15 watercolor paintings haha. But going back to basics is a vital part of learning ❤

  • @EstherGordoCaligrafia
    @EstherGordoCaligrafia Рік тому +1

    Wow. Going to essentials. Simplifying everything. Great advices. Thank you so much!

  • @reyanshrana3158
    @reyanshrana3158 11 місяців тому

    Thanks I
    That’s really useful for my school project

  • @donnagoode6923
    @donnagoode6923 Рік тому

    Nice summary. I haven’t seen this type of video before. You are priceless.

  • @lisanelson7394
    @lisanelson7394 Рік тому +2

    Excellent, concise recommendations - really appreciate your insights! You've provided essential concepts so clearly - really enjoy your channel.

  • @PNortRyan
    @PNortRyan Місяць тому

    That was very easy to follow, thanks.

  • @tedfammail
    @tedfammail 6 днів тому

    Hello, thanks for all the tutorials and shorts! Where may I find more information on your course on value painting, please?

  • @Gashinshoutan2009
    @Gashinshoutan2009 Рік тому

    Great tips for water colours. Thank you for sharing.

  • @lizapixie626
    @lizapixie626 7 місяців тому

    This is the best video ever

  • @iwonawleklinska2017
    @iwonawleklinska2017 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing with us your knowledge as well as expirence in such simple and helpful way.

  • @deepakchandratre31
    @deepakchandratre31 Рік тому

    8:39 Thanks 🎉 Matthew. Very useful knowledge for a beginner like me. Well said that hard work and practise is important

  • @annagray4208
    @annagray4208 Рік тому

    Great video again. Its so easy to forget these basics and very important stages. Your teaching is always so very easy to listen to and learn from. Thanks heaps.

  • @marthareynoso990
    @marthareynoso990 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for all the information 🤗♥️

  • @stevendavis2122
    @stevendavis2122 8 місяців тому

    Great tutorial, thoroughly enjoyed watching 👍🏼

  • @santanainspirartes
    @santanainspirartes 8 місяців тому

    Glad I found your channel

  • @Poupou1057
    @Poupou1057 10 місяців тому

    Very clear and helpful, thank you!!

  • @divyenduraj5360
    @divyenduraj5360 Рік тому

    Thank you Matthew, it's really helpful 🙏

  • @G.Wrobelonlineacademy
    @G.Wrobelonlineacademy Місяць тому

    Great video and tips :)

  • @jijuka78
    @jijuka78 8 місяців тому

    some ideas for palette: use white ceramic tile or porcelein plates. opal glass is good. ordinary glass with white paper taped on other side.