Hi Ross: I have being self-learning watercolor painting for half a year and watched a lot of videos. Your video is amazing! I love it very much! The details, the techniques, the explanation. Thanks you so much for making them for us! Aqua
These small dimension watercolors are a great way to practice technique without the daunting task of a huge painting. You are a wonderful instructor! Thank you :)
Thank you so much for sharing your techniques! I like the way you teach, especially you point out what color to use for every steps. The clear explanation is extremely helpful for beginners.
Your work is beautiful and I know a Brooklyn accent when I hear one (Dad's from Brooklyn and went to Pratt back in the 50's!) Lotus flowers ARE very special and dear to me as well. I've been photographing them but more recently on too many outings with my camera the Lotus have not always "behaved" for me and aren't always open... so I decided i need to "illustrate" them in a different way, plus the watercolor allows for a whole different feel. The Lotus is a rather incredible flower with many symbolic meanings among the Hindu and Buddist. The Hindu even believe the sun was born from the Lotus flower. Thank you Ross for this wonderful video - it will help me start working in watercolors! p.s. I love all the detail you provide. I should probably get a mechanical pencil rather than use a regular graphite pencil...
Hi Eric, When I originally began posting videos I intended to maintain a balance between jewelry and watercolor painting, and I plan on posting watercolor videos more frequently during this year. Glad you like my watercolor videos! Thanks for watching!
This was awsome! I'm working on a white lotus with my new water soluble oils and am trying to paint my flower from a photo with a pink lotus. Your video helped me get a lot more relaxed about colors I can use to create the various tones and shadows in my petals. I love the way your lotus turned out and am inspired to try water colors sometimes. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Hey there, Ross! Don't you just love it when a solution for a problem just magically presents itself at just the right time? That's what happened when I found this video yesterday. My problem is this: I'm just starting to learn how to paint with watercolors and I quickly realized the most important ingredient (in my humble opinion) is the quality of the paper. The difference between Arches compared to Strathmore, for example, is night and day!!! I'm sure I'm not telling you anything you don't know, lol! But, I don't have much money and it was almost enough to make me throw in the towel if I had to use anything but Arches to make my mistakes on. But, here's the solution... I can just do tiny little paintings while I'm learning. I can paint six tiny paintings on just one sheet of Arches! I don't know why it didn't occur to me until I saw your video, but I'm so happy to realize it now. I did this painting of the waterlily yesterday and will likely do it again today before I move on to your other tutorials on tiny paintings. Thanks very much for sharing your talent.
This is stunning! you are an awesome teacher! ty for explaining the simple things as you create-( I'm a complete beginner) not only was I mesmerized by your work, but I learned so much ! I subscribed- excited to watch more! Jesus bless you!
I've been following you from the beginning with your watercolor paper jewellery. You're such a good teacher and so organized and meticulous in your work. Thank you for the suggestion of doing little miniature paintings. I think I will try that.
Thanks for sharing this, Ross. Miniature painting is so much fun a project. I'm enjoying it, as well as my kids are. Your video is very helpful. Cheers.
Hi Ross, I always enjoy watching you paint. I love all of the tips you give us. I think you should move to the Philadelphia area!!! Thanks again for sharing your amazing talents.
Hi Ross, I'm so glad I found your videos. You have really helped me a lot with the information you share,as I am a beginner. Thank you Maria Pellegrino ( from Australia)
realisticart I' ve just found your videos and like them very much. Although I'm a longtime watercolor painter I know we can always learn more. I never will know it all , thats how it is with this medium. your painting techniques are explained to the 'nth degree. My only problem with it is using such heavy paper for such tiny paintings. The flowers are so delicate my thinking is maybe a hot pressed paper. Thank you so much for sharing your k owledge.
Love your work and the ACEO size is perfect for beginners. I am currently working on a 30 day painting challenge right now painting all flowers in this size! :)
Hello, I followed you along in this video and created my first waterlily!!!!!!!! This instructional video was very helpful. Could you please do more videos like this one in watercolor? I like how your instructions and your attention to detail. Thank you.
wow that is impressive to paint on such a small canvas. those must be small sized brushes! And that must be a really good pen to write your name on. Awesome! :)
Hi Kathe, Miniature paintings have been popular genera for centuries, and I make small paintings in a range of sizes. The reason for this exact size (2.5 x 3.5) is that it puts them in the category of Artist Trading Cards. In addition to that I also create extended series of cards that are all based on the same original drawing. They would not be considered “editions “because that implies “exact printed replications.” Since each one is an original, hand painted watercolor, I consider them to be “variations on a theme,” and sometimes offer that as ACEO cards. ACEO = Art Cards, Editions and Originals
Did you do a series on painting miniatures here on UA-cam? I love your instructions and paintings! You sound just like my brother-in-law from Ithaca, NY! 😁
Roberta Macedo ---Those are kneaded erasers. In my opinion, Design is the best brand, but Prismacolor also makes them. Most (if not all) art supply retailers should have them in stock.
After I lay in the drawing, I clean up the pencil line with a kneaded eraser. That's the rubber that you see me working with before I start to paint. Thanks for watching!
Hi Ross: I have being self-learning watercolor painting for half a year and watched a lot of videos. Your video is amazing! I love it very much! The details, the techniques, the explanation. Thanks you so much for making them for us! Aqua
Wow...beautiful flower
Thank you!
And I LOVE your New York accent and appreciation for Monet! 👏
I only learn "Flower" painting from you! Fantastic!
Thanks for watching Florence!!! Ross
These small dimension watercolors are a great way to practice technique without the daunting task of a huge painting. You are a wonderful instructor! Thank you :)
I agree! They are a fantastic way to practice technique. Thanks for your kind words and for watching my video!
Thank you so much for sharing your techniques! I like the way you teach, especially you point out what color to use for every steps. The clear explanation is extremely helpful for beginners.
Love the miniature flower painting.
Thanks for watching Dee!!!
Your work is beautiful and I know a Brooklyn accent when I hear one (Dad's from Brooklyn and went to Pratt back in the 50's!) Lotus flowers ARE very special and dear to me as well. I've been photographing them but more recently on too many outings with my camera the Lotus have not always "behaved" for me and aren't always open... so I decided i need to "illustrate" them in a different way, plus the watercolor allows for a whole different feel. The Lotus is a rather incredible flower with many symbolic meanings among the Hindu and Buddist. The Hindu even believe the sun was born from the Lotus flower. Thank you Ross for this wonderful video - it will help me start working in watercolors! p.s. I love all the detail you provide. I should probably get a mechanical pencil rather than use a regular graphite pencil...
Stunning. 😍🥰🌸💕
realisticart Wonderful tiny little artwork, Ross! I'm so glad to see another flowerpainting from you after such a long time.
Hi Eric,
When I originally began posting videos I intended to maintain a balance between jewelry and watercolor painting, and I plan on posting watercolor videos more frequently during this year. Glad you like my watercolor videos! Thanks for watching!
This was awsome! I'm working on a white lotus with my new water soluble oils and am trying to paint my flower from a photo with a pink lotus. Your video helped me get a lot more relaxed about colors I can use to create the various tones and shadows in my petals. I love the way your lotus turned out and am inspired to try water colors sometimes. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Hi Sue, I appreciate your kind words about my video demonstration, and am glad that my tips were helpful! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for sharing your gift with all of us. You're inspiring!
Hi Edith,
It's nice to hear that my videos are helpful! Thanks for watching!!!
Hey there, Ross! Don't you just love it when a solution for a problem just magically presents itself at just the right time? That's what happened when I found this video yesterday.
My problem is this: I'm just starting to learn how to paint with watercolors and I quickly realized the most important ingredient (in my humble opinion) is the quality of the paper. The difference between Arches compared to Strathmore, for example, is night and day!!! I'm sure I'm not telling you anything you don't know, lol! But, I don't have much money and it was almost enough to make me throw in the towel if I had to use anything but Arches to make my mistakes on. But, here's the solution... I can just do tiny little paintings while I'm learning. I can paint six tiny paintings on just one sheet of Arches!
I don't know why it didn't occur to me until I saw your video, but I'm so happy to realize it now. I did this painting of the waterlily yesterday and will likely do it again today before I move on to your other tutorials on tiny paintings. Thanks very much for sharing your talent.
I just got so inspired! Thanks, you are a great, best teacher, so easy to learn from your videos. Thanks for being so generous with your talent.
this is beautiful......
your art is truly blessed by God!!!
Thanks for such kind words, and thanks for watching!
I'm going to try my first miniature. Thank you for your time teaching us.
This is stunning! you are an awesome teacher! ty for explaining the simple things as you create-( I'm a complete beginner) not only was I mesmerized by your work, but I learned so much ! I subscribed- excited to watch more! Jesus bless you!
So much detail !
So Beautiful !
Beautiful flower, exelent the shade and light of the picture. Just wonderful !!!
I appreciate your kind words Sara, and thanks for watching!!!
I've been following you from the beginning with your watercolor paper jewellery. You're such a good teacher and so organized and meticulous in your work. Thank you for the suggestion of doing little miniature paintings. I think I will try that.
Hi Joanna, More watercolor paper jewelry videos are in the works, and I hope you enjoy doing a miniature painting. Thanks for watching!
Fantástica! Gracias Ross!
Glad yo liked the new watercolor video! Thanks for watching!
I very much enjoyed the narrative and explanation of the thought process of painting with water colors.
Thanks for watching!!! Ross
Thanks for sharing this, Ross. Miniature painting is so much fun a project. I'm enjoying it, as well as my kids are. Your video is very helpful. Cheers.
Love it! I will enjoy the series! Thanks to you I will learn and enjoy the happiness.
Glad you enjoyed the video. Hope it is helpful!
I learned to slow down and see more detail in my own painting. Thank You Ross
Love your videos. Thanks. Love to paint flowers.
Hi Sheila, Thanks for watching!!! Ross
Your art work is so gorgeous!
Lovely mini painting. Lotus is also my favorite flower. Thank you for the excellent demos. Please post more.
Glad that you liked my miniature watercolor painting demo! Thanks for watching!
Hi Ross, I always enjoy watching you paint. I love all of the tips you give us. I think you should move to the Philadelphia area!!! Thanks again for sharing your amazing talents.
Thanks for watching!
I learned so much from this video. Thank you for sharing your techniques. I'll be watching for more of these.
Hi Anna, Thanks for watching! Ross
Thank you for your inspirational painting. I would love to see more.
Hi Patrica! More flower and landscape videos are in the works. Glad you liked this video, and thanks for watching!
thank you so much for sharing this..... I got to learn so many new things in this tiny lily miniature.
Hi Vinaya, Glad that the video was helpful. Thanks for watching!
Really great tutorial! Thanks for explaining your thought process!
Just incredible. Your videos are so inspiring. Thank you for sharing your gift of painting.
Thanks for watching!
I LOVE this painting and your techniques are really amazing. Cant wait to watch the next painting you do :) Thanks.
Lovely. One learns so much from your videos. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching! Glad my videos are helpful!
Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for such a great tutorial.
Glad you like my tutorial! Thanks for watching!
wonderful! thx for sharing, Ross :) at the moment i'm on a watercolor-trip and still i have to learn so much.
Hi Karen,
The learning never ends! Thanks for watching my new video!
beautiful painting. this tutorial will help me with my own paintings
Hi Janet, I'm very glad that my video tutorial is helpful! Ross
Thank you this was fun to watch . now to make me some small cards and start practicing.
Shelia Duarte I hope you enjoyed this project! Thanks for watching! -Ross
Tack så mycket mycket vacker good regards from Sweden
Gunnar Hangvar Thanks for watching! -Ross
Thank you so much, this tiny painting is just stunning, beautiful, my heart is smiling right now 🕉
Thanks for watching!
Wonderfull! Thankyou! I think I'll save this video to watch later again.
solmaz lee Thanks for watching! -Ross
👏fantástico!!!
Thanks for watching!!!
Thank you sir thank you........for sharing this type of art💚
As all of your tutorials: AMAZING! beautiful composition.
Thanks for teaching us :D
I'm glad that you liked the composition, and thanks for watching!!!
What a great lesson thank you so much I will be trying this one out much appreciate it
Hi Ross,
I'm so glad I found your videos. You have really helped me a lot with the information you share,as I am a beginner.
Thank you
Maria Pellegrino ( from Australia)
Hi Maria, It's nice to hear that my videos are helpful! More painting videos are on the way! Thanks for watching!
realisticart I' ve just found your videos and like them very much. Although I'm a longtime watercolor painter I know we can always learn more. I never will know it all , thats how it is with this medium. your painting techniques are explained to the 'nth degree. My only problem with it is using such heavy paper for such tiny paintings. The flowers are so delicate my thinking is maybe a hot pressed paper. Thank you so much for sharing your k owledge.
This was so amaizing,i love it...
Hi RoseMary, Thanks for watching! Ross
Love your work and the ACEO size is perfect for beginners. I am currently working on a 30 day painting challenge right now painting all flowers in this size! :)
Hi Kellie, Glad you like my work and thanks for watching the video!
great and clear explanations...Thanks for doing these little lovelies. Will you think on doing more water droplets, they are certainly challenging.
Hi, I am planing to do a video on droplets, and other topics that have been requested. Thanks for watching! Ross
Hi,
Really great work .......
Thanks for you kind words and for watching my video!
Hermoso!!! Gracias por sus técnicas. Desde Argentina saludos.
Palmira Carmen Ambrosino Thanks for watching! -Ross
Hello, I followed you along in this video and created my first waterlily!!!!!!!! This instructional video was very helpful. Could you please do more videos like this one in watercolor? I like how your instructions and your attention to detail. Thank you.
yeah i think so
Really nice video . Thank You.
Hi Phil, Thanks for watching!!! Ross
Very nice.
What kind of tool do you use to drop the water on the paper to wet a small area. I enjoyed this video very much and learned some new tips. Thank you.
Beautiful:)
teresa jirapornmanee Thanks for watching! -Ross
really amazing
I need to get back into it
Thanks for watching!
wow that is impressive to paint on such a small canvas. those must be small sized
brushes! And that must be a really good pen to write your name on.
Awesome! :)
Hi Angelina, I used mostly a #6, round watercolor brush to do most of the painting. Thanks for watching! Ross
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Sinceramente impresionante. Gracias
Thank you very much! -Ross
Enjoyed this as I do with all your painting videos. Question: what is a good use for a painting of this size?
Hi Kathe,
Miniature paintings have been popular genera for centuries, and I make small paintings in a range of sizes. The reason for this exact size (2.5 x 3.5) is that it puts them in the category of Artist Trading Cards. In addition to that I also create extended series of cards that are all based on the same original drawing. They would not be considered “editions “because that implies “exact printed replications.” Since each one is an original, hand painted watercolor, I consider them to be “variations on a theme,” and sometimes offer that as ACEO cards. ACEO = Art Cards, Editions and Originals
fantastic, thanks x
Glad you liked my new video! Thanks for watching!
If you mix the colors that you have already used in the paintings, it will work better than the tube black or grey with the paintings.But very nice.
TFS. It will definitely help me with ATC's.
Glad you found the video helpful! Thanks for watching!
Did you do a series on painting miniatures here on UA-cam? I love your instructions and paintings! You sound just like my brother-in-law from Ithaca, NY! 😁
Interesting to find out what the constituents of watercolor paints are
This is really beautiful painting, i love it, i will suscribe to you Channel.
Hi Elsa, Glad you like the painting! More are on the way. Thanks for subscribing!
Hello Ross!What brand watercolor do you use?
J'aime beaucoup
How do you prevent your paper from buckling or warping from the water? Thanks so much! :)
This is a Artist trading cards sizes very nice
Hi Shannon,
That was my reason for making them exactly that size. It gives me the option to use them as ATCs if I wanted to. Thanks for watching!
I make little cards for BraveGirlsClub.com and your miniature techniques are perfect....I can't wait to pull my paints out this weekend! Thank you!
Hi Michelle, Glad that my technique is helpful! Thanks for watching! Ross
Loooooooooooooooove
Good at acrylics,always found watercolors hard.Like it though.
Watercolor painting does have a distinctively beautiful look, and well worth the effort. Thanks for watching!
Hey, it's beautiful!
What is the name of the rubber you use on the video start?
Roberta Macedo ---Those are kneaded erasers. In my opinion, Design is the best brand, but Prismacolor also makes them. Most (if not all) art supply retailers should have them in stock.
After I lay in the drawing, I clean up the pencil line with a kneaded eraser. That's the rubber that you see me working with before I start to paint. Thanks for watching!
Where do you buy your watercolor paints? and the brand?
Vivian Diggs I buy Winsor & Newton watercolor paints which are available at any good art supply store. Thanks for watching! -Ross
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