E21 :: Steve Mitchell (Mind Of Watercolor) & Finding Your Creative Direction
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3 жыл бұрынSteve Mitchell is widely famous for his KZfaq channel Mind of Watercolor, where he shares great insights and tips on painting with - you guessed it! - watercolour.
His deep knowledge of several art mediums is only surpassed by the deep wisdom he gained over years of being an artist. Hopefully, this episode can help you get out of a rut and keep on polishing your skills!
Join us today as we discuss:
- Why you shouldn't listen to Bob Ross;
- Different ways to monetise your art;
- How painting is a lot like cooking;
- ...and a rant on digital Vs traditional art!
Find all links associated with this episode at www.etchrlab.com/mitchell.
@bleuvertetforetdepin7308 11 ай бұрын
it's always warm my heart to listen to Steve Mitchel and it never fail to give me brushes itches . thank you
@mkbuike7895 3 жыл бұрын
Steve’s channel is my favorite one on watercolor. I always recommend him & the channel to people starting with watercolor.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
That's so awesome! We hope you enjoyed this episode as well 🧡
@PamelaChase 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Steve Mitchell for all you share!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for listening
@GM-yn9nc 3 жыл бұрын
I am another big fan of Steve’s “Mind of Watercolor” and thanks to his generous heart I have learned a lot from his online content. Steve is a gift from God to all of us who try to learn and improve our art. Love your backstory Steve! Thank you for all you do for us.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for that lovely message. We'll definitely let Steve know how much you appreciate his works 🧡
@moonwoven 3 жыл бұрын
I am a huge fan of Steve Mitchell!! When I rediscovered my joy of art, he was one of the first "you tubers" I followed. He is inspirational and approachable. He actually turned me on to Etchr!!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
That's really great to know, Mary! Steve is such a great person and we're very happy to have him in this episode 🧡
@alionagry7256 3 жыл бұрын
I am such a fan of this man! His work and his honesty!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
We're happy that you enjoyed our episode with Steve. He's just awesome, isn't he? 🧡
@JaneSiet 3 жыл бұрын
This was it delightful conversation. I’m a devoted fan of Steve’s “Mind of Watercolor”. His demonstrations have taught me so much. I would love if you brought him back to do a demonstration of anything he chooses to work on. Thank you so much for all your videos they’re incredible.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
We're really glad that you enjoyed today's video 🧡 We are also looking forward to more of Steve's works, so stay tuned for more updates!
@tessa6307 3 жыл бұрын
Normally I see Steve I;the interviewer role, it was fun hearing him being interviewed. I adore his art and his channel! I always learn something from him, and feel so inspired to paint after I watch any of his videos.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
We're very happy that you enjoyed Steve's episode. He's surely an inspiration to many artists 🧡
@sallywright5503 3 жыл бұрын
Great interview. I truly appreciate Steve Mitchell, Mind of Watercolor. Don’t box yourself in, and experiment, great advice. One of the things I most appreciated about watching Steve Mitchell, whether he is painting or discussing something about his work, or chatting with Reese,, lol, he’s always authentic and sincere about who he is and that he is about, sharing his knowledge. Thank you both for bringing this interview to us.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Steve's words are very inspirational indeed! We're so happy that you loved this episode 🧡 Thank you, Sally!
@fstremblaygoban 3 жыл бұрын
Love his take on Bob Ross... / « How do you paint a fill in the blank? » form, value, and you do studies until you understand it. Loved it!!! I find tutorials end up putting pressure, expecting to get a perfect result right off the bat. By doing studies until you understand it, there is room for experimentation and error, which is really freeing. This is my takeaway from this chat! Thank you!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the episode, France! :D Thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's always great to see that people are listening :) - Ânia
@essietangle9931 3 жыл бұрын
It’s always good to hear the details of ones journey, for Steve he made his way with a family too.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Steve's journey is indeed inspiring. We're so happy that you're here to join us in today's podcast~
@doreenaitken5308 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic teacher. I really feel grateful that Steve feels the need to share his passion. He’s real!!. I’m grateful for the tools that has made me love watercolor.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! We're delighted to know that you enjoyed listening to Steve :)
@madelcarreon9834 3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video! I'm a fan of Mind of Watercolor and learned tons from Steve. He's a great teacher and explains the basic stuff that's so helpful to newbies like me
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words, Madel - I'm so glad you enjoyed this episode :) And you're right. Steve is amazing!!! - Ânia
@annangel4828 3 жыл бұрын
Loved this! I've been watching Steve s channel for awhile and he always has valuable lessons. I liked what he said about not looking to a formula for a given subject; but rather to think in terms of form, value and to do studies. Trial and error. Practice, practice.. I was AMAZED to learn how recently he began portraits! Great cast! Thanks.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
YEYY! We're so glad that you enjoyed this episode. Thanks for listening to Steve 🧡
@eileengoldenberg270 3 жыл бұрын
I find that one of the biggest issue for artists is FEAR! People are scared that they will make a “mistake” or “ fail” there is none of that is art, really, you are expressing yourself, that is what art is about.. thanks, Steve is a good friend of mine, he did a review of my Warptercolor Bowls and Fearless Felt Watercolor Sketchbooks! ( see the name there... ) yes be FEARLESS! Thanks Ana!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, always be fearless, Eileen! And never be afraid to take risks especially when it comes to Art 🧡 Thank you for watching Steve's episode~
@johnchapin9270 2 жыл бұрын
Great show
@neljansen8275 3 жыл бұрын
Big fan of both Steve and Reese, love the sense of humor he infuses into his intros. He always has interesting and worthwhile content, and I appreciate the Bible verses at the end of each video. I've used his information as a resource for loads of supplies, he's done the research for us! And his content is so informative. It really was lovely to hear his story, the meandering paths he took to get where we are today. Thanks for taking the time, to both Steve and Ania.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more! Thank you so much for watching Steve's episode :)
@johnchapin9270 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with you Steve I'm retired in 12/2019. Now I can draw more,Like watch news spontaneous painting Using Ink In water Sketching with ink and going over it with water.
@loveandlife4222 3 жыл бұрын
I love Steve’s comments about Bob Ross. I can relate to what he said. I didn’t think there would ever be any way I could paint anything well. After a couple of years of trying and trying and taking a couple of classes - I am now at a point that I can paint. I have my own style. I also am at the point where Steve’s videos are so much easier for me to understand and I am learning so much better from him. I also just received my first set of M. Graham and am very excited to see how I like them. I’m a Daniel Smith girl. Thank you for the wonderful video!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Aaaw that's so awesome! Thank you for sharing that with us 🧡 We're really glad you enjoyed Steve's video!
@lindseyB_33 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic interview!! Loved this interview with Steve!!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
He's just amazing, right? Thank you for joining us in today's episode! 🧡
@tammylanglois2602 3 жыл бұрын
Great interview!!
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Yeyy! We're so happy that you liked this episode! 🧡
@AnnetteZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын
The argument re: digital vs traditional art is just a newer version of the argument re: illustration vs fine art. Artists have never been accused of being egoless, lol.
@SarahBurnsStudio 3 жыл бұрын
Loved this episode, steve is great! Just an FYI - Ania's voice was way quieter than steve's and made it difficult to listen to at times
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Sarah! We're so glad that you loved this episode! And thank you for your feeback. We still hope that you greatly enjoyed today's podcast :)
@SarahBurnsStudio 3 жыл бұрын
Yes definitely! Very enjoyable, thanks for the episode 😀
@Wildflowerafternoons 3 жыл бұрын
Don’t put myself in a box. Experiment. Thank you.
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Experiment indeed 😉 we hope today's episode inspired you to do more art, Kat!
@maryhobby1335 3 жыл бұрын
I loved the show .How did Steve come up with the name “ Mind of Watercolor?
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Ah - great question... I never asked that, did I? I'll check to see if Steve can shine some light on this for us :D - Ânia
@EtchrLab 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Mary, Steve finally explained to us the story behind the name! According to him: watercolor tends to have a mind of its own. It has a reputation for being difficult, unforgiving and reacting in weird, unexpected ways sometimes. Steve's channel theme has been to get into that mind, so to speak, and learn how it acts and reacts to have better success in painting with it. 🧡
@thelmablake7045 3 жыл бұрын
I so disagree with you Steve about Bob Ross! He was a student of William Alexander, who was the original painter on PBS! I am older than you, therefore I had the opportunity to watch William Alexander on PBS!
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