Easiest Watercolor Dragonfly Tutorial for Beginners - Cute Dragonflies for Junk Journal Fodder Pages

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In all my watercolor tutorials, I show you a simple painting for beginners in detail and in real time. By painting along you will learn all the techniques you need to create amazing art. Your watercolor skills will improve quickly when you practice these easy paintings! Whether you want to paint bookmarks, greetings cards, embellishments for junk journals, gifts or ambitious landscapes, you’ll gain confidence and experience by trying my projects.
Dragonflies are such a popular subject for painting, and it's no surprise as they are gorgeous in their iridescent colours and inspiring in their ephemeral lifestyle. Plus, you don't have to worry about the bugbear of perspective, as a simple, flat rendition is just as lovely as a lifelike version.
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@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Here's the link to the blog post where I give more information about the methods and materials I used, and link to the free sketch download - dianeantone.com/easy-dragonfly-and-neurographic-art/

@darlenelockwood5381 Жыл бұрын

I am new to art. Retired and heading towards 70 yrs. young. You are such a positive influence and inspiration. Thank you so much!

@posiesutton2009 2 жыл бұрын

The simplicity of this design makes it sophisticated and clean that framed, would be wonderful addition to any room. 😋❤️

@4ohgollycats Жыл бұрын

Love his little face!

@coletteg.4548 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know what is the best … watching you paint or listening to your beautiful accent ❣️

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

That's so sweet Colette, made my day!

@janets3549 10 ай бұрын

Hi Diane, I recently started watercolour dabbling and absolutely love your way of learning and doing. I used a cheap metallic set of paints for the warm up. Thank you for the tip to not use too many colours. I thoroughly enjoyed the exercise and then painted the dragonflies. You really show us that anyone can do it. Our efforts might not look exactly like your originals but it's totally possible to produce something pretty and satisfying. I'm learning so much about how the watercolour paints behave on the paper. I love your sweet, whimsical designs. Thank you so much xx

@dixiecat666 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you , from a very hot Malta The dragon flies are pretty .

@patriciamartin4579 2 жыл бұрын

I loved the idea of painting the lines with gold ! A great way to warm up.

@dreamalamb4259 2 ай бұрын

Love them both. Couldn't do the excersize with a black marker either. Now I'll do it ❣️ with my watercolors of course.

@lindamello6457 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely way to warm up ! Wonderful dragonflies ,too -- thank you 🤩

@angelcalico8663 2 жыл бұрын

💜 i so enjoy your comments andg thought process whilst painting!! The birds, sheep and pups add to a feeling of [plein air] being in tranquility. Thanks for sharing 💜

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your comments Angel!

@paulacavallo7109 Жыл бұрын

These colors are great to write on as well!

@kerriw9110 2 жыл бұрын

I love the gold!

@nanacolline129 Жыл бұрын

This was absolutely lovely! I was mesmerized and can’t wait to try myself! Thank you so much!

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@windyhollow22 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely love this. The warm up was fun to do too. Your style is lovely. Thank you 🥰

@DianeAntoneStudio 9 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! So glad you enjoyed it!

@gailliguori3037 Жыл бұрын

This was so beautiful and relaxing to watch!

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! Really happy you can find relaxation with our videos!

@heathersullivan8494 Жыл бұрын

Wow!! So beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing.

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome😍

@eileenmariehennighan9883 Жыл бұрын

My favorite color is indigo which is red and blue. It reminds me of the night sky.

@keariewashburn4680 Жыл бұрын

I love this. Yes I've always loved doing shapes and designs as a child and I still love it. I think it's a wonderful thing to do. 😊 I love indigo and olive green so much. Thank you for sharing this video and all your works!😃😊💗 so fun and inspiring. ( this makes me think of a stone path in my yard to the garden)

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@lyndamitton4496 Жыл бұрын

Magical…love it!

@debmcgowan9852 2 жыл бұрын

You've inspired me... once AGAIN!!!! I'm going right now to give this a go!! Thank you for getting me off my toosh...

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun! Sometimes it's so easy to just let the hours pass by... glad you are motivated xx

@debmcgowan9852 2 жыл бұрын

@@DianeAntoneStudio I did it!!!! I had to MAKE myself stop. Turned out I had a rose garden. I just kept embellishing with layers and layers of water color. It was so much fun!! Now, I'm going to sit back and oogle it for a while appreciating what was accomplished. Thank you for this new method of relaxation.

@Gimo76 Жыл бұрын

I am just now redoing my art area in my apt so can’t wait to try this. You make it seem so easy.

@karenk490 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! And you are so inspiring in your tutorials!

@jacquiposener7262 2 жыл бұрын

Love this!

@LadyRiderFG 2 жыл бұрын

I always love your painting. Thank you for sharing!

@panther5031 2 жыл бұрын

A wonderful tutorial. Thank you 💜🌹

@williewiner4161 2 жыл бұрын

This was such a wonderful lesson. Never heard of the neuro graphic art either. Your warmup makes me think of a stained glass window. Very relaxing and enjoyable.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! You're right, it is a bit like stained glass!

@barbramacnair5937 2 жыл бұрын

Love the idea of using paint to do the neurographic art. I'm going to try it now! Also thanks another dragon fly tutorial. Love dragonflies and love painting them. And, yes, the splash of gold . . . some of my favorite things all in one session! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so very welcome Barbra, I’m so glad that you’re enjoying the videos and the dragonflies!

@lindaking9222 2 жыл бұрын

Me goo

@lindaking9222 2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@barbaraklein4958 2 жыл бұрын

I love this!

@donnacarraway9182 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@melindaavila498 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, such a good idea to warm up with the neurographica! Your dragonfly's are always lovely.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊 I really appreciate your support Melinda!

@sherryscarvings 2 жыл бұрын

Love dragonflies thank you for the demo

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Sherry.

@paulacavallo7109 Жыл бұрын

This is great …I will definitely practice with this exercise…I will use it as a page in a Junk Journal!❤️🫶✨

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@hichamlaaberi996 Жыл бұрын

Great color study, Phenomenal Diane. Love watching you work. ❤

@cherylj.harris4967 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. I've never heard of Neuro-graphic Art and found the concept so interesting. I will be giving it a try. Thank you for the inspiration. The dragon fly painting is lovely!

@amywagreich9042 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos. Wonderful painting.❤️

@barbcairns2408 2 жыл бұрын

Love this and will be giving it a try. Thank you!!🌷

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barbara, so glad you enjoyed it!

@carolyndaughton3373 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a lovely way to start the day. I thoroughly enjoyed this tutorial. Tamsin's idea of a neurographic painting idea is a great idea and so relaxing. Your painting reminded me of some real stone pebbles that we just installed on our shower floor. Ours is a pallet of colors on the more gray, tan colored, so not as pretty as yours, and I love that you used gold. The dragonflies could not be more perfect. I could watch you sketch and paint all day! Diane and Tamsin, I love how you ended the video showing your beautiful outdoors and adorable cat and wow...those hens look as cozy as can be!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carolyn, thanks so much for your lovely comments! Really glad that you enjoyed that video. It’s one of my favourites too! Yes the hens are nice and safe now under the netting although it’s not quite finished yet! Notice how Oriel the cat was bossing everybody around- almost as much as my husband! I’d like to say who did all the work? Well it wasn’t the cat! I think the neurographic warmup looks exactly like pebbles too! I can just see them on the floor of your shower now!

@stephaniegrier8379 Жыл бұрын

I love it! ❤️

@EvaNichols28 2 жыл бұрын

So lovely 😊 thank you for keeping me company in my studio on this snowy morning up here in the mountains of Lake Tahoe.

@lisamurphy5007 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic warm up! I love your dragon flies are so loose and free. Your style us so relaxing.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Gleeson,!

@Akforgetmenot Жыл бұрын

This is so lovely to watch! It’s relaxing and really inspires the creative juices. Such a fun activity with no pressure!

@patlatour2465 2 жыл бұрын

I like this exercise finding new colors is a nice discovery also thank you for making my day brighter..

@cherylthomas2459 2 жыл бұрын

There’s something peaceful in my mind once you round off the corner

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s true!

@cheriew1428 2 жыл бұрын

A very inspiring tutorial…time to get out my favorite colors and paint a neurographic grid!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Go for it Cherie!

@123uschie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Diane ,you have inspired me to give this a try 💗

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, hope you have fun!

@diverte 2 жыл бұрын

an interesting way to learn colour mixing and tones. love the dragon flies

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your kind comments. So glad you found it interesting.

@mariacheung647 2 жыл бұрын

Ah I like the idea of a colour mixing chart on a neurographic grid, great idea! And I love these simple dragon flies, this will be my next page on my sketchbook. Thanks Diane 😊

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maria, really appreciate your comment!

@darleneplant.6284 2 жыл бұрын

Neurographic art AND dragonflies And gold all in one day! How inspiring! Thanks Diane and Tamsin. I like using a paint brush better for the neuropathic art, much more smooth a name soothing . Thanks Tamsin!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for your comment Darlene! I think it was a good idea to, I don’t like black ink pens but apparently you’re supposed to use them for the real version of neurographic art. But anyway, I found it quite relaxing!

@hankejoosen4029 2 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous 🤩🤩🤩

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@dinamic6210 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!!!!

@lisap5615 2 жыл бұрын

I am enjoying watching you paint. I tend to overthink things, and so I am learning something about spontaneity from your fun videos. Thank you.

@kimschmidt3959 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed your neurographic exercise. Using paint for the lines is brilliant. I did it with a line marker and rounding all those crossed lines was quite tedious. Thanks for this demo.

@junemaguire5053 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely thank you.

@karenhoward303 2 жыл бұрын

Hypnotic! I like it! My kind of warmup

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Karen! Yes it kind of puts you in a bit of a trance! Glad you enjoyed it!

@gailliguori3037 2 жыл бұрын

So beautiful! Again, you make it look so easy!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@lindakuck5981 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Diane 😊 💓

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Linda!

@saritaschwedes8393 2 жыл бұрын

i just did my first neuro drawing. i used a black marker for the lines then colored with metalic paints. i like it! it’s all fun nothing serious! 🌸

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea, I'll give it a try!

@4ohgollycats Жыл бұрын

Just enough detail!

@danamorrison2074 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your beautiful inspiration! I love listening to all the animals in the background and watching you paint as I sip my coffee. My morning therapy and motivation for the day❤️ Thank you Dianne

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Dana!

@chriskelly4102 Жыл бұрын

This is going to help me so much. I'm 70yo, with health issues which I can handle. But my heart is being attacked by the possibility of losing my son. At this time I would have to go to my final resting place. I couldn't bear the loss. I'm scared, I'm shaking. Oh God I shared too much. I'm seeking stability, painting will help with the shakes. And I will bury myself in beautiful colors and forget for awhile others problems. You sooth my nerves. Thank you.

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry Chris, I hope the painting process helped ease your sadness. Please share as much as you need to. We're here to help in any way we can, even if only to listen. Sending you prayers and love and hope xxxxx

@NanaBeth1 2 жыл бұрын

This was fabulous. Thinking it would be a super fun way to swatch watercolors.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Beth, I think you’re right! Glad you enjoyed the video! Happy Easter!

@mards9648 2 жыл бұрын

😍😍😍😍😍Absolutely gorgeous 👌🌈

@rmuller366 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for suggesting this Diane. I too, had thought about just doing neurographica with a brush. The softening of the corners is to aid the meditative process. I watched a video yesterday and this woman used a huge chisel sharpie likely for the same reason you mentioned, to “get on with it.” But the concept is to allow the neuro pathways to rest without the internal critic getting in the way and trying to direct the outcome. I laughed out loud when you said “no one is going to say, ‘oh, my warm up isn’t good enough.’” The perfectionist is an evil brat always trying to control and we must shut it up. Neurographica provides a method to do that. I finally got to the point of saying to myself “oh well, someone will like it” if I’m not happy with a piece. Back to finish up this video now. Blessings to you!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Rita, thanks very much for your interesting comments. This neurographic art certainly is a thing at the moment! I have to admit to having a bit of a negative feeling sometimes about sharpies. They are really useful for labelling parcels, and making signs to hang on the wall. I can’t see how they can be considered beneficial for creating any kind of art. So when I say I need to get on with things my approach is to find a more gentle technique than the average sharpie can provide! Hence using a brush and gold paint! Obviously the lines are not as clear as with a sharpie. But somehow that doesn’t seem to matter! I tried to put as little conscious control into it as possible. This was the first one I’ve ever done! I will do more!

@rmuller366 2 жыл бұрын

@@DianeAntoneStudio oh gosh, I completely agree with you about sharpies. While watching her I was thinking ‘how do you stand that smell?’ The smell of sharpies makes me gag. For pens I’m a staedler and pigma micron fan only. I’ve never liked sharpies for art. The color is uneven and hard to control. I love the artist that you are. You’ve helped me to loosen up so much and I’m grateful to you for that. I too, love Louise and Harriet, but I’m trying to let go of always needing to be in control of outcome. That’s when I get overly sensitive to the internal perfectionist critic, ugh. I can’t wait to see your other neurographica tutorials. You did a great one first time out. Blessings to you, your family, and the critters! Happy Easter.

@rmuller366 2 жыл бұрын

@@DianeAntoneStudio I just found this basic overview of neurographica. It’s helpful to understand the “why” of it. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iKeEqdGUprW1h58.html I can send you some more links if you like.

@studiosilversage9426 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. Thank you!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@FridayNightFamily 2 жыл бұрын

Neurographic art is GREAT for anxiety! The curving of the sharp corners may seem tedious but for an anxious person it is calming. I just taught this class to family and it was wonderful to give them art and a tool to calm the anxiety. Wonderful idea with paint ! I will share with my family that took the class, just beautiful. Thank you

@jennyc5132 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Diane, so easy to listen to, so easy to follow and proof that less is more...dont you just love dragonflies and how they look like tiny helicopters chasing each other around the garden.....love your art, greetings from our last Autumn days in Western Australia 🇦🇺 . Love you to paint/sketch some chooks (chickens) if you havent already...am new here🙏

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jenny and welcome to the channel! So glad you found us! We've got a simple chicken painting coming next week, and there are several already if you search the video catalogue you'll find them! Have fun!

@teresaluzreis1691 Жыл бұрын

Très très jolie Merci🌸🙏

@pattirodriguez2249 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Diane,thank you for sharing this painting demonstration of neurographic art. I think it will be beneficial for me when I feel blocked,as always I love dragonflies and will definitely give these two paintings a go!😄❤🙏 Happy Easter!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Patti! Really worked for me! Happy Easter!

@DianesDesigns1660 2 жыл бұрын

LOVELY!! ty

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Diane!

@be_a_bright_sparkle3687 2 жыл бұрын

In the early 90s I used to get the kids in class to paint the Neuro thingy before it got the name and they produced amazing results like you said…No boundaries and some amazing unique work…🥰🥰

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

That’s very interesting, and if we could paint like children we’d all be a lot happier! Thanks for your comment and your support!

@davinabarre3906 2 жыл бұрын

I've tried the neuro thingy 🤗 As a doodle its repetitive but you zone out time flies and it clears the mind. Never thought about painting them .Inspiration for tomorrow. Really loved the dragon flies. It was nice to hear you sound more positive and cheery. 💖💖💖

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Darina, yes all things pass don’t they! My version of neurographic art is a long way from the therapy field but I think they call this version “popular” neurographic art!

@estelalozdon6096 2 жыл бұрын

I've never heard of neuro-graphic either but that was amazing. Sort of an abstract. Fantastic dragon flies. I take it someone compared you or mentioned Harriet to you, can't compare! Two different areas of watercolor. You are amazing at what you do, always remember that. You rock!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Estela for your kind comments. It was actually me myself who mentioned Harriet, and I said that she painted in a detailed way that I couldn't do if I tried, and that everyone needed to paint in their own way, according to their own personality and heart. So I agree with you, Harriet is great, but not my style! It's wonderful how you can learn something from everyone though!

@estelalozdon6096 2 жыл бұрын

@@DianeAntoneStudio well I love your style 🙂 and the things you come up with. Very spontaneous style and that's priceless. I love detailed work too but I have lots of trouble with that 🤭. Have a great week 🤗

@ljscheible6007 2 жыл бұрын

I gave the neurographic art a go. I'm a beginner and mixing colors is intimidating. But this was very freeing. Thank you for sharing.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! So glad you found it enjoyable and helpful x

@susanorban3059 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this lovely video! I loved the color mixing tutorial and neurographic warm-up! And then the dragon flies were so pretty! You have really inspired me! You are not so "fussy" about what you do and that really relates with painters like me who are still learning techniques etc. Thank you so much! I also loved the bird sounds and sheep and dogs. So calming and lovely! ♥️Susan in Arizona🌵

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Susan! I'm so glad my style and approach chime with you - we need to relax first and foremost and enjoy, not constantly fuss and fiddle! Plenty more dogs and birds etc coming up soon! Happy painting! xx

@notme3252 2 жыл бұрын

It is so zen listening to you speak (Americans love an accent!) and hearing the background noises. I painted a dragonfly in my own style while listening to you paint. Thank you for sharing!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your lovely comments and I’m so glad you enjoyed painting the dragonflies!

@cathyhaynes2700 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all you do. You have taught me so much. One main thing is not to be so critical of myself. Thank you!!!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome Cathy, so glad it has helped!

@g.m.828 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I'm two months late (I'm still getting used to this feature!!) but I've just spotted that this was a Super Thanks, and I wanted to say thank you for your generous support!!

@debbieschultz9768 Жыл бұрын

I’m looking at all the beautiful colors and wondering about doodling or making images out of the colors on the paper,

@lindaking9222 2 жыл бұрын

Neurographic art with a brush then painting the shapes looks like a mosaic..love the splatter before painting in the dragonflies..wonder where else one could use this same idea .?

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Linda, so glad you enjoyed that video! It’s always fun playing with gold paint!

@WapajeaWalksOnWater 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u so much for this video. I tried doing this excersize a few times with a marker, and I couldn't stand it. But I think your idea of creating it with watercolor will make me enjoy it.🥰💞

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much and welcome to the channel. I do agree about the markers, to me they are not artistic or soothing!

@deirdrelewis1454 2 жыл бұрын

I also love your style of painting. I admire Harriet de Winton’s artistry and enjoy watching her but I have neither the talent nor the patience to do anything similar. With your loose style, I can use your paintings as inspiration. My seascape, inspired your last one, looks like our local beaches instead of the coast of Brittany. I can learn something from each tutor on KZfaq even if I can’t copy any of you.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Deirdre, you’re absolutely right! Everyone has something to teach. And I often watch other artists and try to pick up tips here and there. Harriet is one of those artists who has an absolute eye for detail. The opposite to me - I go for the impression always. I think that’s a more accessible approach for beginners personally. But not everybody agrees! I’m glad you’re learning and enjoying it! Thank you again for commenting!

@4ohgollycats Жыл бұрын

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@LaviniaNova 2 жыл бұрын

I tried the neurographic art once with markers, but it wasn't for me 😄. Your painting reminded me of springtime. I also loved the painting with the dragonflies. I am sorry to hear about the avian flu hitting your area and hope it doesn't affect your birds. Hope you had a wonderful Easter 🐣

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Lavinia, appreciate your caring, it really helps xx 😀

@juliebergacker5680 2 жыл бұрын

Yay 😀😃

@terischiech 2 жыл бұрын

The gold really makes every thing work together. I don't invalidate any type of creative therapy. Sorry if I gave off the wrong impression. I never had the confidence of being good at anything. We couldn't always afford coloring books. My sister and I would ''scribble'' quite similar to this. I used this 'method' all my life, particularly working through depression and anxiety. I would draw smaller pictures inside the shapes, words etc. I think my first thought was 'people making money from others at vulnerable times'. Which I now know was so wrong.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Teri, thanks very much for sharing something of your childhood art journey. I was very similar, and as the child of poor but hard-working parents I used to drive them to distraction with my need to be constantly creating! Christmas was always exciting as I might get a paint box or one of those big fat colouring books! But for the rest of the year I had to make do with what I could lay my hands on. The inside of cereal boxes and the like. So I know exactly where you’re coming from. The neurographic art could easily be a big con, I don’t know anything about the details of the psychology behind it. But it has been adapted to a “popular“ version which is what I was having a go at. I think it makes a good warmup technique don’t you? I really did feel released from my inhibitions after I had done that and it enabled me to paint my dragonflies! We put so many expectations on ourselves. Anyway thank you again for your comments, it’s very helpful and interesting for me to hear from you. Happy painting!

@Gimo76 Жыл бұрын

I tried to find the pen but unsure what to look for. I like using your link n hope you get something but not sure which one. Thanks…. Geez just hearing you say go to your website. So I will look at the blog. It has been fun finding you.

@annehebert6959 2 жыл бұрын

Dragonflies are one of my favorite things to paint. I wanted to thank you for exposing us to Neurographic Art - I really didn't know what it was until now. And you are right - it is a lovely way to loosen up before painting. Thank you again for your insight and sharing.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Anne, Thanks so much for your kind comments and your generosity! I’m glad you enjoyed the dragonflies - they are one of the easiest things to paint I think which give great pleasure. Glad you enjoyed the warmup exercise!

@scrapsimone 2 жыл бұрын

👍🤩😊🌸

@paulacavallo7109 Жыл бұрын

You Rock ❤

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@paulacavallo7109 Жыл бұрын

@@DianeAntoneStudio anytime you are my new favorite watercolor person I need to practice ….I love Watercolor I have pencils also am….just started painting again since I’m doing Junk Journals and Multi Media stuff I’m pushing 70 and started my artwork again last October after many moons …..it kinda ✨🫶just like the saying “riding a bike”

@paulacavallo7109 Жыл бұрын

Also just ordered a gold watercolor paint palette of colors as I only have mica powder gold and regular gold craft paint ….I love using a touch of gold in lots of my art so I think it’s worth having one😊

@lauriedunn6198 2 жыл бұрын

Neuro graphic with paint is brilliant! The marker thing didn't work for me. Couldn't help but think the veining in the wings of the dragon fly could be done as a Neuro graphic exercise as well....

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's a brilliant idea!!! I wonder whether a dragonfly could be encouraged to emerge from the network of neurographic lines.....

@joanpringle-canning2834 2 жыл бұрын

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@terischiech 2 жыл бұрын

Do you do plein-air painting? It sounds like you would have many subjects outside your door.

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes in the summer I do venture outside! Not as often as I should!

@janewineinger1569 Жыл бұрын

How do you decide where to sign your painting? For example, in a clear place for it, or blended into the picture.

@DianeAntoneStudio Жыл бұрын

Hi Jane, I usually look for a little space and put it in there not too large. If there isn’t a space, I just sign over the unimportant part in a corner. I don’t sign the ones I do in videos, only paintings which I sell x

@Allie-ck2lj 2 жыл бұрын

Goodness Diane, this was fun! I no sooner got starter, then I was done! "So now, just leave it alone!" I hear my inner voice screaming, "You can't spend all day getting your blotches right!" Guess we can share on your Facebook page?

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Yes Allie, you can share on the Facebook page willingly! So glad you enjoyed the video!

@lyndamitton4496 Жыл бұрын

What kind of pen are you using to add subtle marks…ah you just a .05 (marker or pen?)

@cherylthomas2459 2 жыл бұрын

Dianne do you ever paint with coffee? I would be interested in learning how to use it with watercolor if possible

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cheryl, thanks for your comment. I haven't tried it yet (other than in a mug beside me as I paint and the occasional dip of my brush in said mug...) but I'll give it a try soon!

@cherylthomas2459 2 жыл бұрын

@@DianeAntoneStudio thank you I look forward to seeing how you get on with it. I enjoy being with you as you “ramble “ and paint, sometimes wishing I could be there where the rooster crows! Happy resurrection day to you all.

@jonigiarratano1322 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Diane... i was face painting one day , and a little 5 year old asked for a dragon fly... When I WAS DONE.. SHE LOOKED IN THE MIRROR... AND I COULD SEE THAT SHE WASN'T VERY IMPRESSED.. i ASKED HER WHAT SHE THOUGHT,,, AND SHE SAID... " DRAGON FLIES DON'T HAVE ANTENNAE " ! YOU CAN BELIEVE THAT I'VE NEVER FORGOTTEN THAT ONE !!! HAHA

@ReneeW59 2 жыл бұрын

Yesterday, I watched a video by the originator of neurographic art. He explains very completely why each step is done. So a couple of takeaways. When you do the lines, you're supposed to go very slow and the lines should not be smooth or have any repetitiveness, no smooth like these lines. Then the "tedious" part of rounding the corners is the meditative part. It takes a long time with a marker, but it's where you go into sort of a meditation. Then when you color, apparently you're supposed to color three or more touching "cells" with the same color so it's connected. It's about making brain connections or something. I just wanted your subscribers who maybe haven't heard of neurographic art to know the "rules." Then there are algorithms to make different things, like a neuro tree. And you add shapes like circles and squares. But the shapes have different meanings and on an on and on. So there are rules to do it in a therapy-sort of way. It's complicated and easy at the same time LOL I like you way of doing this. It's very pretty. I'll add the link to the Russian psychologist explaining this. You can remove it if it's improper. I'll also include a link to a video where another man is going through in great detail making a neurotree, and his tree at the end is gorgeous.

@ReneeW59 2 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jZZ6nMV5mdPFd4U.html This is the Russian psychologist. Please delete if not allowed.

@ReneeW59 2 жыл бұрын

And here is the beautiful "wish tree" and how to make one. I like the way this guy teaches about neurographica. Check out his channel! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jcCXktd1s87Mkpc.html

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for outlining that Renée, very helpful. I also watched a video about it, and the woman doing it was a student of his I believe. And another one, where the lady was explaining that the original technique has been adapted to create a so-called “popular” version which is more similar to what I did. I don’t want to get involved with the technical side! But it doesn’t hurt to know a little bit about what lies behind it. I studied psychology at university and I’m always interested in anything to do with the brain. For the purposes of the channel I’ll stick to just using it as a warmup technique! For that it’s perfect!

@ReneeW59 2 жыл бұрын

@@DianeAntoneStudio Yes, and I love your take on it! Loved the dragonflies too! This was just in case anyone is interested in knowing more about neurographic art and want to do it as therapy. While you were doing it, I heard your voice become calmer and slower. It relaxed you just the way doing it the "right" way would.

@terischiech 2 жыл бұрын

The dragon flies look like they are laying ON the paper. The last time I made a dragon fly, my twitch kept giving them extra legs. 😆

@DianeAntoneStudio 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with a few extra legs!