Painting a Celtic Knotwork Design in Ink & Watercolour

For those of you who have been following my art journey on this channel, you'll have seen that recently I've been inspired by celtic design, particularly Celtic Knotwork. I have been sketching circular knotwork patterns based on linked triquetra designs and wanted to know if I could expand them so made this piece with linked circles in the centre and then a chain of linked triquetra (three-lobed knots) around the edge. I also used this as a piece to experiment with a slightly splashy watercolour style and kept my design clear using masking fluid.
Find this original work for sale in my online shop: loudavis.co.uk...
I do have some recommendations for finding more about Celtic Art. A couple of channels on UA-cam; David Nicholls and Aon Celtic Art are both really helpful. I've also been working through Aidan Meehan's 'The Book of Celtic Design' and have found lots of inspiration there.
I also have a watercolour celtic knot tutorial over on my other channel:
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SUPPLIES
Pens:
I like uni-pin waterproof fine line drawing pens. I use every size from 0.03 to 0.8 so I buy them in sets of multiple sizes whenever I see an offer on them!
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Paper:
Arches Cold Pressed 300 gsm Watercolour Paper
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Compasses:
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Paint:
* Winsor and Newton Professional Watercolour in Indigo
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Gansi Tambi No. 90 Gold Single Pan
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Masking Fluid:
Winsor and Newton Art Masking Fluid
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* These links are affiliate links and if you use it I'll get a small commission. If it's your first time ordering from the site, you'll also get a 10% discount on your whole order.
ABOUT ME
This is my second youtube channel. Find my watercolour tutorials over at @LouDavis
I'm a printmaker, specialising in screen print. Most of my work begins with fine liner drawing so I'm highlighting that on this channel.
LINKS
Website and Online Shop:
loudavis.co.uk
Instagram:
/ loudavisart

[@user-oj9vy1og6l]

Yes please, I would love a tutorial on a simpler version of this painting. It’s just beautiful!

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thanks! Coming soon!

[@terischrader1243]

Wow, beautiful. I would love a full version of how to draw this.

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thank you so much 😀

[@marielouisedavidson4834]

I would love a simpler tutorial for this. Thank you!

[@jonathandaniels5124]

Absolutely beautiful art work. 🔥🔥🔥

[@LindaKing-nq6ut]

Amazing how you develop the knot designs…💗🙂learning a simpler version would be helpful

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thank you!

[@lindseywarren44]

Yes, please! May we have a slower, perhaps simpler, tutorial? I've recreated several of your designs in my large sketchbook. I'd adore to include this one - it's my favourite by far! Thank you! Love and Bless

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thanks so much, it will be coming soon!

[@chrislora8895]

Thank you for the time spent on this beautiful circle. I love the fusion of white lines and colors mixing back and forth. I may try a TEENY version. Great video!

[@MrHiArt]

Hello creative artist! What a lovely picture! Your piece of art is very beautiful! Good luck in promoting your creative channel! Beauty!
With a smile, Mr. Hi! :)

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thanks so much Mr Hi!

[@janicem4382]

This is beautiful, and yes I would like to try a simpler version.

[@luzbioletarojasroca708]

Espectacular ❤💖💝💖💖💝💖💖

[@claudiaweslowski]

Very beautiful! Thank You! ❤

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thank you too!

[@denisenoble4010]

I'm so glad you have the patience and the knowhow to do this, you lost me after the first eraser wipeout, then circle's within circles made me cross-eyed but thankyou for sharing, the end result is just perfect. I'm in ore 😂😮😊

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thanks 🙏

[@marielouisedavidson4834]

Love this one! Thank you so much!!

[@roadwarrior2348]

very nice..!

[@ShuSouth]

I’d love to know how to start learning this pattern (simplified for simple mind 😉)! It is amazing.

[@AcornFox7]

There are loads of beginner/simplified videos showing how to start this kind of pattern. You could try searching Aon Celtic Art or David Nicholls for some good beginner instructions.

[@nattyw495]

Enjoyed video,lije the colors you chose

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thanks!

[@michelelaconto5348]

Amazing!😻

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thank you! 😊

[@louisejffisher4630]

Really beautiful Lou and the process is a lot of work but worth all the detailing you have put in ! Congratulations !

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@nalvaevoce]

Parabéns aqui apreendido muito

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thank you

[@SherryRector]

Please a simpler would be great. Much appreciated

[@joachimkowalski1745]

autofocus gives me a headache :(

[@loudavisdrawing]

Thanks for the feedback