Beginner Watercolor Class 1 - Watercolour materials. Free watercolor painting course and tutorials.

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Free watercolor painting course for beginners. It is based on an online class I ran in 2020. The initial tutorials are limited to just three colors to help students get started. Watercolour painting can seem daunting at the start but if you concentrate on the basics, and with practice, your skills can develop quickly.
My PATREON MEMBERSHIP PAGE: www.patreon.com/user/membersh... - in addition to ad-free content you get exclusive content (new videos will be more in depth than those on my KZfaq channel), hi-resolution reference photos, photos of my finished painting, and drawing outlines where available. Other benefits are also included.
My teaching manual: Mastering Watercolors - A Practical Guide: amzn.to/3ZF2FRW
The course is desinged for anyone from absolute beginner to someone who has been struggling with watercolor painting.
This video covers the key materials you will need to complete the rest of the course which is expected to run over more than 10 episodes.
I aim to make watercolor painting as easy to understand so everyone can benefit from this wonderful medium.
If you have any comments, questions or requests, please leave them in the comment section below. I read and respond to all of them, and the feedback will help me plan future videos.
Happy painting.
LINKS BELOW TO SOME OF THE MATERIALS
My book Mastering Watercolors - A Practical Guide: amzn.to/3ZF2FRW
Here are some links to the key items mentioned in my video; where they are affliate links I will mark them as such.
Palette: amzn.to/2W7l7Ym (affiliate)
Winsor and Newton artists quality watercolors - not their student grade Cotman colors
Winsor Blue Red Shade amzn.to/3gf1SDc (affiliate)
Winsor Lemon amzn.to/37SYvx7 (affiliate)
Permanent Rose amzn.to/3AVlowo (affiliate)
Brushes - you will need to find these yourself as I cannot recommend any that I have not used myself.
Arches cold press paper 10 pack: amzn.to/3AVmTL2 (affiliate - you should be able to buy single sheets from your local art store which will be much cheaper at the start)
Kneadable eraser: amzn.to/2W9vg6h (affiliate)
Mechanical pencil: amzn.to/3AYVbwX (affiliate)
I also have a couple of watercolor painting books which I published and distribute through Amazon.
The first one, which has sold over 10,000 copies is bascially my teaching manual and is titled:
Mastering Watercolors - A Practical Guide.
The second is full of step by step demonstrations and is titled: Watercolor Step By Step: amzn.to/3z4YXEu
Both books are available in kindle format and paperback.

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@antonettec7042 Ай бұрын

I am 25 and I’ve had these watercolor materials for years now…but I have never put in the effort to learn. I wanted to start drawing digitally but I feel more compelled to start with physical. I am starting here! Thank you for all your work for the future videos. I can’t wait to learn what you have to offer! 😊

@JoeCartwright Ай бұрын

Go for it!

@SoulfulNature1 Күн бұрын

I am starting to learn water colour from you. I watched so many people teach but in the end i gave uo on them. I hope to learn a lot from your vidio

@JoeCartwright 15 сағат бұрын

Enjoy the journey.

@mybrass41 5 ай бұрын

I will be starting my watercoloring right here with your videos. I find these very informative and cuts right through the fat and straight to what we need to know and for that thank you! Your works are fantastic!

@JoeCartwright 5 ай бұрын

Welcome on board. Have fun!

@colleencooke1038 Жыл бұрын

Just found you today Joe I’ve been having a one sided love affair with watercolour for about 12 months. I’m hoping that one day it will love me back 😂. It’s so good of you to have created these tutorials so thank you very much.

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Welcome on board Colleen. Just have fun, the skill will come with practice and study.

@marlenevincent6019 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Joe, I am 76 old , I just discovered your your channel I am happy to see an Aussie teaching art, I started watercolor beginning covid , just a beginner have reached a time where I need to learn more techniques, your channel is just the one ,

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome Marlene. Let me know if you have any questions.

@tanyaharris7514 5 ай бұрын

Wonderful video for beginners. Thank you so much 💕

@JoeCartwright 5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@cc-qu7gz 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much... GREAT Lessons... You are a great teacher. It would help if the music was quieter. It is a little distracting with the music when following and listening, but the lesson was super... Thank you.

@JoeCartwright 6 ай бұрын

Ok, thank you. Music in my future videos is a lot quieter! 😊

@user-dw1sx7wg2e 10 ай бұрын

Joe Thank you ! You explained the brush holding perfectly You are a great instructor

@JoeCartwright 10 ай бұрын

You are very welcome. Thank you for the feedback!

@guspowell9185 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Joe, I just discovered your course after looking at a number of beginners lessons online. Really enjoy the way you engage with the viewer; it feels like you’re having a one-to-one lesson. The way you start with just the 3 colours I found particularly heartening, diving straight into ‘these are my 20 colours’ is too intimidating for an absolute beginner!

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Gus, glad you are finding my video useful. Let me know if you have any questions.

@Nasauniverse001 Жыл бұрын

I agree. Every time I watch a tutorial I seem to have different paints, and the artist uses stuff I cannot yet afford. I would love a box of colors but this three-paint process seems easily doable.

@natakornyenjitwat7260 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your lovely course. I'm just started in the hope that watercolor painting could help me relax. I'm grateful to have found you.

@JoeCartwright 9 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@carolinewithers1647 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joe, (again). I've been struggling with watercolor, not getting the results I"d like, so I've made the decision to start from the basics. That's when I discovered you, mainly your rock video. I adore rocks, landscapes, and wildlife!! Flowers are ok but not quite as exciting. I love that you're devoted to sharing a complete course without a charge. I've been watching video after video of artists doing wonderful, amazing things, but my painting is just not getting any better. So back to the basics!!

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

You can do it! The basics are where it is at Caroline. I have been teaching for over 20 years and know that 90% of the work is in the basics.

@OfftoShambala 7 ай бұрын

Super excited! Great start! I have a lot of art experience, learned a bit about watercolor techniques in a high school class and always wanted to learn more…finally I have a great tool, YOU … thank you so much!

@JoeCartwright 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀Have fun!

@Palash-8421 6 ай бұрын

Good to see you master❤

@JoeCartwright 6 ай бұрын

Glad you find my videos helpful.

@mirandajamieson9508 9 ай бұрын

Wow, Joe. This is lovely. What an amazing series for beginners you have offered. I've been trying to self-teach, dabbling in watercolor on-and-off for a few years now. I've decided to double down and really commit myself to practicing and learning this tricky but beautiful art, and the information on KZfaq and people's blogs just starts to get so overwhelming. I was looking for someone who offered a free or inexpensive series for me to start learning in a much more systematic approach and to shut out all the other noise. There are quite a few free, beginner lessons and series out there (which is really fantastic!), but no one's style spoke to me the way yours has, and some just feel like they start off too simple and childish, like having you paint lots and lots of leaves or circles or wash after wash (I know there is value in any kind of practice, especially if you've barely yet touched brush to paper). I'm really enjoying your method and approach and your tutorial paintings start off beautiful right out the gate! I am very grateful. Thank you for what you have so generously shared!

@JoeCartwright 9 ай бұрын

Welcome on board. I hope you continue to benefit from and enjoy my videos.

@pouyatavassoli 9 ай бұрын

Seems like a great course. Thanks 🙏

@JoeCartwright 9 ай бұрын

It is!

@davidplantenga3766 Жыл бұрын

Very comfortable. Thank you and here we go Joe ...

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@FINN-2201 6 ай бұрын

God bless you, I’ve always wanted to paint but don’t know where to start. Thank u so much 🙏🏻🫂

@JoeCartwright 6 ай бұрын

You’re welcome 😊Have fun!

@jenacomstock5128 7 ай бұрын

Just got my paper and pallet! So excited to start!!!

@JoeCartwright 7 ай бұрын

Have fun!

@andreabuckland8016 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joe, Thank you for putting together the beginner course. I love how you break everything down into easy and understandable steps. You are a great artist and I'm looking forward to progressing on my journey with you helping me along the way. 😊

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@milosleng1175 Жыл бұрын

great lessons, thx!

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@robynlittlejohn2106 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! Thank you Joe.

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robyn.

@1Skymed 2 жыл бұрын

Joe, what a great course, just the thing I've been looking for and so much appreciated. Your teaching style and delivery pace are spot on and easy to follow and understand.

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feeback Steve, it is always nice to know one is on the right track. Enjoy the rest of the course and if you have any questions or requests please let me know.

@robweaver9953 2 жыл бұрын

You’re always worth a watch, Teach!

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob, something more to keep me busy during Covid lockdown. :-)

@zoeshafer6985 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this series, and so generously sharing your time and expertise. In this section, I learned I needed a different eraser, and some specifics about how to raise your paper but have it free from the underneath easel. Very helpful.

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you are finding the videos useful. It is important to get your basics right when painting with watercolors. I hope you enjoy your learning journey.

@liaesp4882 6 ай бұрын

I'm so happy to find this channel! Thank you so much for it. I hope I could draw better❤

@JoeCartwright 6 ай бұрын

You can do it! Drawing just takes practice with observation. Just a few minutes a day for a month, and you will be amazed at how much your drawings will have improved.

@katherinecarithers8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very helpful lesson. Almost two years of watercolor and I am still struggling to make bright colors. Now I think I understand and should be able to mix what I want.

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! My video on color mixing should be helpful too. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9d2grtlspu8YIk.html

@ARodriguez1493 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Joe! This is wonderful

@JoeCartwright 7 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

@mo_mo9069 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to create a complete beginner series. The Mijello version of the palette you use is my favorite of the bunch because it’s clear mixing tray insert allows me to see the swatch card underneath without having to remove the mixing tray. Thanks so much again!

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@Raz.94 Жыл бұрын

I have been incredibly bored lately, and I have been trying to find a calm and productive hobby I can learn and use to destress instead of video games. I have always admired watercolor artwork and the work that goes into it, so it seems like it might be the perfect thing for me to try. Thank you for offering this course and your time and knowledge for free. I am looking forward to when my supplies arrive and I can begin!

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

I hope you have found a solution to your boredom. Have fun.

@wood2be 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! Exactly what I’ve been looking for!

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful to you.

@carlabumstead9233 Жыл бұрын

just found your channel and I absolutely love it. The perfect combination of everything straightforward no messing around the beginning painter in mind. Thank you.

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome

@neeuqollav2224 2 жыл бұрын

I'm new to watercolor painting. I was hesitant when I saw a lot of online courses about watercolor painting online if whether I'll buy it or not. I'm just a student with no job and I only rely in my parents. I'm searching for days about free watercolor course and I found your channel. You're an amazing man, sir! TY!

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Glad my watercolor course is useful to you. Enjoy.

@Fonkemman 2 жыл бұрын

The best beginner course! I wish I saw this way earlier. Thank you!

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Enjoy the rest of the videos in the series. :-)

@netteos Жыл бұрын

Hello, I just discovered your course and watched a few videos. Can’t wait to really dive in after my supplies arrive! Thank you for providing these videos for free!

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@girlfromthespace5169 Жыл бұрын

Hello Joe!!! This is so wonderful! Thank you so much for your time! Really helpful and i like it so much 💖

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@esling77 2 жыл бұрын

So good to see you. I have your E books and they have helped me with many aspects of Watercolour Painting , Cheers !

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for purchasing my e-book. I am very glad they have helped you.

@user-fj4xg7zz4q 11 ай бұрын

I have just discovered your youtube postings and this course. I really appreciate the detail you go into, recognising that beginners really are coming in from a very low knowledge/skill base. Thank you, I look forward to watching more.

@JoeCartwright 11 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard!You are very welcome!

@1Skymed 2 жыл бұрын

Just got both of your books from Amazon. Great stuff and thanks Joe for all you do for us newbies.

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Steve, many thanks for purchasing my books. Glad you are enjoying the videos.

@LieslHuddleston 2 жыл бұрын

This is wonderful, thank you so much! I am looking forward to the rest of the series.

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@nancyrolfe3033 Жыл бұрын

I’m thrilled you have written some books! I’ll be ordering soon.. You are not only a tremendously gifted artist but also a gifted instructor. Your generosity in sharing your talent and time is greatly appreciated!! I’m retired math teacher and live in small community without any instruction available. I’ve been trying to find someone to help me and I’ve really found exactly what I needed!!! I’ve been looking for awhile now…. Blessings, Nancy

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you have found my channel and are enjoying my videos. I love teaching and enjoy receiving feedback when one of my videos helps. Thank you for purchasing my books.

@jlansdowne12 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Welcome!

@suebrown5643 Жыл бұрын

JUST STARTEDCWATCHING ALL YOUR VIDEOS...AND AM LEARNING A LOT!! THANKS

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@dalemcrobert3871 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joe. Thank you so much for your very informative and well presented videos - also for your generosity in making them. It’s so great to find you and a huge bonus is that you’re Australian. Have followed a few artists and their videos but found it hard to get excited about painting landscapes so unlike our own. Am looking so much forward to doing this course. Again THANK YOU. 0:59

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Let me know if you have any questions.

@grantellis2840 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mr Cartwright that was great, sort of got most of the "stuff" I use the Winsor Newton Cotman series of paint ( bit cheaper) . A4 is the size used, possibly a little small, but once again cheaper and Winslow Aquarelle 200 gsm cold press paper and once again it's a cost thing - block of 100 sheets for around the $50 -60 mark. Great class and I'll be looking forward to the next one. I should be doing more watercolour at this time of the year, the cooler months but I'm going through a colour pencil stage at the moment, which is better to do in the warmer months as temperature control for watercolour is a bit of an issue where I live. You have inspired me to get back to paint again (soon as I finish the pencil picture I'm doing). Oh thank you so much for posting your work on Facebook, you are a truely awesome artist and amaze me with the paintings you do - guess I'm a bit of a fan :)

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Grant. Please remember that Cotman paints are not neccessarily the same colors as the Winsor and Newton Artists quality paints - so your results may be different to mine. The paper may also be an issue - just note what happens when you use it.

@mariegamber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Joe

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Marie. Glad you liked it.

@agatagoss6444 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much

@JoeCartwright 4 ай бұрын

You're most welcome

@wandamartins1160 2 жыл бұрын

I have been watching you on TV and can’t comment there. It’s only been a few days. My only watercolors were the crayons and I wet the tips with a brush and painted. Oddly enough I thought it was fun. So, I tried a picture. It’s difficult to blend. Lol watching the farmhouse in Australia now. Retired from our farmhouse in America. Miss it terribly. Not a city gal.

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy your watercolour journey.

@paolasavarese9699 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🥰

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. :-)

@alokphysics1 Жыл бұрын

Was looking for a course like this. Thanks for offering, I am starting my journey.....

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Good luck with your watercolor journey. It will be challenging but a lot of fun I am sure.

@balbhadraart903 2 жыл бұрын

Nice ❤️

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@terpfan042 7 ай бұрын

Hello. I am an absolute beginner in my 60s. Have purchased the WN Cotman palette of 24. It contains lemon yellow and permanent rose but has 4 blues and I am uncertain which is closest to the blue you suggest. Those 4 blues are ultramarine, cobalt, cerulean, and prussian. Which one do I use. My untrained eye suspects cobalt but I really don't know. Thank you so much for your instruction and for your time in answering questions. You are creating joy on folks' lives. I look forward to beginning my journey under your video tutelage.

@JoeCartwright 7 ай бұрын

Welcome on board. I am not familiar with the Cotman Palette as is different from the Winsor and Newton Artists Quality one, I suggest you go with Ultramarine for the blue as you will use it in all of my later more advanced demonstrations.

@ralphwatson7036 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see all these positive comments. However, for me the background music was too much of a distraction. Please let me know if there's a way to turn off the music.

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Totally get it about the background music. I have stopped using it entirely in my more recent videos - it has been a steep learning curve for me. Sadly, no way to remove it on the earier ones.

@davidsmith812 Жыл бұрын

I REALLY enjoy your videos. They have been VERY helpful to me as a beginner. What palette were you using in this video? Thanks so much!!

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! The palette is one that I designed and made on a 3D printer. Any palette with big pain wells for holding lots of paint, and 3 or 4 big mixing areas would do. You could also supliment the mixing areas with which saucers.

@wood2be 2 жыл бұрын

One suggestion! Maybe lower the music volume just a bit! I find it competes with your instruction! Thanks

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I have removed most music from my recent videos and where it is still there I have lowered it quite a bit. Not easy to do with currently uploaded videos without reloading a totally view video.

@prashantinerellapalli 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for putting these together and sharing your knowledge. Need to source a structured course ends here. I have a question. Any logic behind choosing cool yellow cool red and a warm blue. Is it for all subjects or specific to certain subjects. Don’t know if you have answered this already. Onward to. Buying your books… you are a great teacher!

@JoeCartwright 11 ай бұрын

You're very welcome! The colors are Winsor and Newtons suggested three color palette. They are really just to get people started. Later you will need to expand on these for a warm and cool for each primary, as well as some eath colors. Thank you for purchasing my books. Enjoy the rest of the course.

@anthonyholzmann8885 2 жыл бұрын

Best Watercolor - Class! Bought direktly your books! Any advice, with which Book i should start?

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you are enjoying the videos, and thank you for purchasing my books. Start with Mastering Watercolors - a practicial guide. It was written as my teaching manual. Let me know if you have any questions.

@vaishalikumari7589 Жыл бұрын

Proper finish by wash water colour

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@theghostrider430 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joe !! Thanks a ton for this course and your efforts to create one. Just amazing content. I have a doubt regarding mixing colors. Say I am painting a big surface with a color that I mixed. If the color is all used up and I have to create the same shade again, how do you suggest I should go about that so that I get the same shade. It might be a stupid question, but it bugs me.

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Glad you are enjoying my videos. Firstly it is always better to mix lots of extra color rather than trying to create the same shade again. However if you have to mix more, I suggest this process. Once you mix your initial color, test it on a scrap bit of watercolor paper. Then if you have to mix more you at least have some reference to work towards. Not a perfect solution but it should at least help. With practice you get better at matching colors and making allowances for wet vs dry paint.

@LaraMarjieh 7 ай бұрын

This will be an amazing journey! I’m just confused on what type of paper I should paint on (I assume from experience that not every type works well)

@JoeCartwright 7 ай бұрын

Enjoy the journey. Watch this video about why you should use good quality artists watercolor paper. I use Arches 185 gsm cold pressed paper.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z51yotx3r8_KgI0.html

@LaraMarjieh 7 ай бұрын

@@JoeCartwright Thank you so much

@lipsaranidigal7942 Ай бұрын

Can u tell me sir what would be the paper quality,the brushes and color or also how to use the brushes on paper with color with perfectly???

@JoeCartwright Ай бұрын

The details are in the description section below the video. Keep watching the rest of my videos and I list the colors I use later, as well as the brushes. Practice is the most important thing when learning to paint with watercolors. Have fun!

@kathrynwoolcock4943 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Joe, thanks so much for this course, I want to learn the basics and develop my own style one day. During lockdown in Sydney, I set my self up with Windsor and Newton Cotman pan set which I love but I think I need tubes now. A question, what weight paper do you recommend? I have been using 300gm Daler Rowney hot pressed as recommended by an artist in UK who I followed for a while. Thank you. I’m replaying lesson 2 now and following along. Kate 😊😊

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kathryn, glad you are enjoying my videos. I mainly use 185 gsm. There are a few reasons for this. One is that when I travel the paper is half the weight - which can be important when you are limited to 22KG for luggage. Secondly when painting outdoors, as I often paint early in the morning, 300 gsm can take too long to dry before I can do my wet on dry passages. Thirdly 185 gsm is about half the price. So as there is no difference in the surface quality - I use Arches paper, I see no need to use the 300 gsm.

@kathrynwoolcock4943 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoeCartwright Thanks Joe, that really helps me understand better. I thought the paper was rather heavy in the pad I bought from masters in UK as they had the best price. I’ll look around here and see what I find. Thanks for your advice. Kate

@markr6682 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joe Love the course. Is there a great difference apart from cost between Arches 185 and 300 g/m2 paper in the way it behaves. Would I be better to keep the remaining 300g A4 till later? Cheers

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, only big difference is that the 300 GSM paper will absorb a lot more water, so you have to allow for this. It is good paper.

@andyturner9796 10 ай бұрын

Do you only use and recommend Winsor & Newton paints or is the a good brand which is a little less expensive

@JoeCartwright 10 ай бұрын

I only use Winsor and Newton because they are good quality and they work for me. There are other good brands but I have not used them so can't comment on which ones and their prices. :-(

@patriciadawn4067 5 ай бұрын

Hello, having found you I would like to try wetting a board and the paper but I can't find where I can get a board that works for this. Could you tell me where I might find them? Thank you

@JoeCartwright 5 ай бұрын

Hi, these days I just use a piece of 6mm thick black acrylic which you should be able to pick up from a hardware store on line. I bought mine from ebay and it is A3 size which works well with a quarter watercolor sheet. I prefer a matt finish.

@harshnagupta8922 7 ай бұрын

Hi Joe. I have some water colour cakes at home. Can I get started with them?

@JoeCartwright 7 ай бұрын

Watercolour cakes can be a bit hard to extract colour from. Better to get the tube paints, but see how you go if you already have them.

@harshnagupta8922 7 ай бұрын

@@JoeCartwright thanks. I will get the tubes 😁

@simaabedini3617 2 жыл бұрын

What is exact measurements papers you are painting on . Thanks

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

The papers are approximately 14" x 11" or 37 cm x 27 cm. Sometimes we will use smaller sizes but this is the largest.

@nerdieone1 2 жыл бұрын

Is stretching the paper necessary?

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

No, I don't usually stretch my paper. However you do have to contend with your paper cockling (buckling) which takes a little while to get used to. In my latest video on Venice, which | posted today, quite an advanced painting, I talk about how to keep the paper flat, without stretching - just wetting the back of the paper. It might be of interest to you.

@paulacheadle2508 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you get gaterboard? (in the USA) Thank you!

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

Here is one supplier. Just google Gatorfoam and you should find many others. I use the brown version like this one, though mine is only 10 mm thick. www.cheapjoes.com/gatorfoam-board-brown-16-x-23-x-1-2.html

@paulacheadle2508 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoeCartwright thank you so much! I found it interesting that you wet your watercolor paper on the back and then the surface of the gatorboard, placing the paper on the board without taping it down. Once it drys, does it dry flat?

@JoeCartwright 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulacheadle2508 It doesn't dry totally flat (see my video on flattening watercolors with a steam iron), but it tends to dry flatter than when you just tape the paper around the edges and not wetting the back.

@bevjensen2913 Ай бұрын

Music too loud

@JoeCartwright Ай бұрын

Yes, I know. All quiet in the future. 😊

@Nasauniverse001 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I have just discovered your course, thank you. Last night I was moaning to my artist husband that I wasn't getting good, and part of the problem was the unstructured nature of how I was trying to use free resources on KZfaq. As good as they are, it is my inability to not be able to concentrate and get distracted by other videos, especially animal tales. LOL. And then guess what, I logged on today and found you immediately. You were sent to me by the art fairies. LOL. So I have my paints all set up for this video and shall work through the course one after another until I have mastered something. Once again thanks. Also, could you please not use background music in your videos? It is annoying and I am sure it is unnecessary. I've got the music of the garden coming in my window on this spring day. REgards.

@JoeCartwright Жыл бұрын

Hi Janice, Glad you have found my channel. Totally understand your concern about the background music. I stopped doing it after the first few videos. :-)