How To Paint Fine Lines In Watercolor (7 Clever HACKS)

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In this watercolor painting tutorial I give you all the techniques you need to paint neat, detailed, fine lines. I show you how tools, masking fluid, pencils, the right brush or mask can help you to get all the details you need for botanical, precise or negative paintings.
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0:00 Introduction
0:40 Options
1:26 Brushes for painting fine watercolor lines, detail and rigger
3:17 Scratching and embossing for fine watercolor lines
6:15 Wax resist watercolor lines with candle and oil pastel
9:32 Using fan and rake brushes for fur, hair and foliage
11:28 Masking fluid uses, applicators and mistakes
15:19 Using a dip pen with watercolor
17:15 Using watercolor pencils for soft, fine lines
18:20 How water levels affect accuracy of painting with a brush
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• How To Paint Fine Line...

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@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Let me know if any of these tricks were new to you? Fine lines are great for botanicals try this next: Watercolor Flowers Realistic (10 Simple Techniques) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j5qIas6EqLS5g6c.html

@carollen5633 Жыл бұрын

Hi Michele I like the oil pastel and candle wax, very useful. I never use the masking fluid, I like the masking tape you suggested in other videos. Take care and blessings.

@ameliabowler4876 6 ай бұрын

Had to try this out ASAP. Discovered that embossing looks extra-nice after gently lifting the area!

@BelindaPort 7 ай бұрын

Most usefull tips, thanks Michelle. Love the dip pen idea!

@MoooMooMoo 26 күн бұрын

Thank you!❤❤

@valeriegehling4358 Жыл бұрын

Super ideas. Especially the nib idea as I’ve a few old ones I’ll try this plus several of your other ideas. Thanks

@valeriegehling4358 Жыл бұрын

Wow! My old thin nibbled pen worked! Thanks, now to try my Aquarell coloured pencils, as you did leaf like. Thanks. Also to scratch/ use round end tool on paints! Thanks

@melissamortimer4457 Жыл бұрын

Love the dip pen. Thank you!

@paint_me_blue-art_watercolors 2 жыл бұрын

Was waiting for the video and voilà 🤗😀. Hope you are feeling better 💙❤️♥️.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you, not quite 100% but getting there :-)

@extracucumbers 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite tip was the bonus tip! You are by far the best teacher I have ever had. Thank you so much Michele for all your information and the attention to detail. I have learned so much from you and have gotten so much inspiration❤️

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@lindawiedemann5014 2 ай бұрын

Great tips! Thank you!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@DazzlingAction 2 жыл бұрын

I would of never thought of using a dip pen with watercolor

@davidhogan621 Жыл бұрын

Really handy tips. After seeing this I used two narrow pieces of masking tape close together to do some ship rigging that was giving me problems. Laborious but effective! Thanks for the tip!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@damecupcake 2 жыл бұрын

Love the dip pen idea! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and also for the inspiration, Michele.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it ☺️

@zamorvex Жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber is there a prefered canvas for water colour or could i use any canvas? the ones our shops have have a kind of square like texure. i believe the brand is "Crawford & Black" i think

@aliciashackley5830 2 жыл бұрын

Michele, thx so much for these great thin line tips. Hope you’re feeling better. 🥰

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

A little Alicia thank you 🙏

@aliciashackley5830 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 😆

@KathrynGoldman 2 жыл бұрын

Here's another little trick to create small marks by lifting. Use an eraser shield and a Mr. Clean Magic eraser sponge to lift small areas of paint.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@mariedesy-field7140 2 жыл бұрын

The bonus tip was very useful but I also liked the candle or oil pastel trick. Fantastic. Thank you.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@anntansey8577 Жыл бұрын

Great tips!

@MontyVideo969 2 жыл бұрын

A trick I learnt when decorating the house is to make sure you press on the brush sufficiently to absorb any *jitters* one might otherwise have -this is useful when "cutting in" at a ceiling - but it can be applied to watercolour painting.

@dorothygladsjo3510 2 жыл бұрын

The oil pastel is genius! I can’t wait to try! And I need to run to hardware store and pick up a candle💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼

@cousinjesse4450 11 ай бұрын

Excellent options! Just starting out in my watercolor journey have only tried painting the line with a brush and based on this lesson I am using far too much water mix. Really excited to try the wax and masking tape technique.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 11 ай бұрын

Have fun!

@wayneparker2593 Жыл бұрын

I love watercolour and I love dip pens but I have never used a dip pen with watercolour. Duh! Thanks Michele.

@marymccaslin1690 2 жыл бұрын

I do love this last tip best as I never consciously thought about it!

@nancyloomis3046 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! This was very helpful!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

@chrishayman1747 2 жыл бұрын

Drawing nib is a great tip. I’ve just put it on my to buy list. Can’t wait to use it

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@monicadewit9766 2 жыл бұрын

great tips; thanks so much Michelle

@delphinewood7519 2 жыл бұрын

Number 3 was new to me: your wax resist fine line technique using masking tape and candles or oil pastels. I’m wondering if the wax in crayons works as well as candle wax. I also appreciated number seven when you demonstrated watercolor pencil techniques. “Watercolor pencils are here to make your life easier.“ lol I am looking forward to trying this more. Thank you for continuing to post. I always learn something new! 🌵🌵🌵🌵🌵

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Yes wax crayons should work, soft pastels or conte will not as they are too chalky, you need wax or oil :-)

@skigrommets 2 жыл бұрын

i have sometimes used dip pens with masking fluid too

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I am planning on trying that too!

@hazelsmith9198 7 ай бұрын

Amazing lesson

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 7 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@monicadewit9766 2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to try the watercolour pencils along with the actual paint

@sherryscoloringandpaintingcorn 2 жыл бұрын

you are consistently blowing my mind. I am still learning and am def learning a lot from you.

@moniquesmith5501 10 күн бұрын

Great ideas

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 10 күн бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@susanpettit8751 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great tutorial!! Very helpful.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@Magic65750 2 жыл бұрын

Great!

@christinacasteel3198 2 жыл бұрын

Loved all your suggestions. My fav was probably the one on masking fluid. I do like it and have never had a problem but I don't do botanicals. I would like to start and it is good to know it could be a problem with leaves. Thank you💐

@davidmolloy126 2 жыл бұрын

Hiya Michele, Thank you very much for some really great tips.x

@cherylj.harris4967 2 жыл бұрын

Always find invaluable information on your lovely channel. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge with us. When I apply what you share to my paintings, it makes all the difference in what I paint.

@kimohara7868 2 жыл бұрын

Super helpful tips, thank you!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching ☺️

@ochervelvet9687 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, especially for the dip pen tip. 👍

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@LoriF25403 2 жыл бұрын

love these tips

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@marielouisedavidson4834 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent information and tricks. Much appreciated. Thank you!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 🙂

@fernandsavoie6641 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Michele, I really love your videos! You have a new sub…👨‍🎨

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Yay, thank you!

@umabord 2 жыл бұрын

I loved all the hacks, I have also tried out many of them with great results! Thank you Michelle

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@rebanelson607 2 жыл бұрын

Hadn't thought about using a dip pen with watercolor. This was an excellent video. Thanks!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@grannyslick1829 2 жыл бұрын

The dip pen tip is brilliant! I'm going to try that today as well as doing my signature. I've got a full range of nibs that were my grandfather's. Can't wait to play!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@believerkeeper956 2 жыл бұрын

Michelle, thank you for sharing and providing valuable tips all with a lovely beautiful presentation, so clear to follow and remember, all tips will be used

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@michelleanne9530 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you so much Michelle (great name), I am very grateful X

@carolmorgan3996 2 жыл бұрын

Really helpful video, thanks

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@carollegros8671 2 жыл бұрын

I like watercolor pencils for details the best. Thanks for the great tips 😀

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome :-)

@suel4269 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reminder about using Watercolor pencils! I use a glass dip pen to sign my paintings.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

I sign mine in liner pen :-)

@geoffmitchell6515 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😁

@criss9607 2 жыл бұрын

This is perfect! I had so much trouble doing fine details with watercolor! The last tip was just what I was doing wrong.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@colleenmcchesney1482 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to see your feeling better. I love your bonus tip for fine lines. It was a huge help for me and figuring out just what I was doing wrong with my painting fine lines. Thanks for sharing this wonderful informational video with us.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words ☺️

@colleenmcchesney1482 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber You are welcomed.

@marie4pocheswoodworkingmar828 Жыл бұрын

Loved your tips! I am a multidisciplinary artist and I am back at my watercolour and ink after 20 years without using it. It makes me a good refreshed technique!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@annettefournier9655 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michele. I like the rake brush for fur. I have one rake brush. It doesn't hold much paint but it really is faster for fur texture.💜

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Yes they are very useful!

@stephanieh930 2 жыл бұрын

My fav is about applying masking fluid with ruling pen. I've always had a difficult time applying the fluid, I'll have to try it this way. I'm so excited that this might fix my problem and get me to use that little bottle of fluid that has been sitting on the shelf unused for half a year! I'll remember not to overdo it and put it on everything though ;)

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

I am considering a video testing different applicators soon...

@jaspermartin7444 Жыл бұрын

whoa this is a fantastic education, thank you so much!! if I had to pick a favorite (and it's hard cos you've opened up so many new possibilities here) I'd have to pick the one that is completely new to me, using wax or oil pastel. Well, they're actually all new, just FANTASTIC thank you!! 💖💛💖💛💖

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome!

@mar_gheri_ta 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always VERY helpful ❤️ I'm so grateful for your help, I really hope your algorithm reaches Mars. I bought a scalpel some days ago with the purpose of making highlights and ripples, I will try it as well for grasses, what I've used so far is the back point of one of my brushes that's ends in a sharp point. I've heard that some sharpen it on purpose with a pencil sharpener to use it to score the paper but I hate the idea of ruining my brushes, unless they're cheap. I think a stick from the garden could do as well... It's all trial and error when you're learning and that's where the fun is!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Onward to Mars!

@pirjoraila4605 2 жыл бұрын

I have used dip pens some time and they are great though like you said sometimes time consuming. I started using them with ink first but they do work just as well with watercolors and the effect is much softer. The calligraphy tips are useful as well when you wish to make variegated lines. It can be very beautiful and natural when the line is not entirely the same width all the time.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I like them much better than liner pens!

@teresahedall 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Great tips 😊

@teresahedall 2 жыл бұрын

The one with the dip pen I did not know about. I am wondering if my glass pen will also do well with watercolors.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Certainly worth a try Teresa!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@marthalg.8199 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias por compartir tu conocimiento, es muy ilustrativo y me gusta mucho. Saludos afectuosos

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

De nada :-)

@rebeccamontague9811 2 жыл бұрын

I use disposable eyeliner "brushes" I get very reasonably on Amazon for my very delicate line masking fluid work, or sharp points. The tip is like a sponge material or such, not sure. Like a 100 or so to an order, and one order lasts FOREVER. You can wash and reuse or toss them after use.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea!

@susanorban3059 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video! Loved the wc pencil part! But all very helpful! Thank you so much! Susan from Arizona♥️🌵

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome!

@mayloo2137 2 жыл бұрын

You're my favorite teacher of watercolor paintings. I need this tip. Whenever I try to paint thin lines, my fingers get shaky. Nerves maybe? Edit great tips, by the way

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Make sure you rest your wrist, it really helps, don't hold your hand up in the air :-)

@christinebravomom5711 2 жыл бұрын

I'd appreciate a video about sign painter brushes.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Noted :-)

@evelyne7071 2 жыл бұрын

Nice.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@favorablyimpressed 2 жыл бұрын

Using a dip pen with masking fluid will give the finest of lines. Once the masking fluid dries on the pen nib, it comes right off.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I haven't tried that one, am thinking of doing an applicator comparison video soon :-)

@masudulalam 2 жыл бұрын

Great

@pamtudin1 2 жыл бұрын

The most generous and helpful video. So many questions answered in full! Thank you

@markwheeler6163 2 жыл бұрын

like the nails very sparkly

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💅☺️

@laurenb9479 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tips! I never would've thought to use a dip pen with watercolor! I remember using them with India ink in a high school art class but that was over 20 years ago now, lol! I'm glad to know there are cheap ones that will work for this because I'm thinking it would be fun to try with my kids too, so I may get a few ;)

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

That sort of thing is great fun with kids :-)

@oxiepidge 2 жыл бұрын

I found for the tiniest details, the most affordable tiny brushes are cheap ones intended for model painting (eg. for Warhammer but not their own brand - eBay specials instead). as they don't get much use from me, the lower quality is less important due to the fact they're highly unlikely to get used loads. plus they're often sold in larger quantities.

@jasong3109 2 жыл бұрын

very good

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@crystalgillis9296 2 жыл бұрын

The tiny brush is also called a detail brush.

@lyndamitton4496 Жыл бұрын

Love the candle technique…would kids drawing candle work (white of course)

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Yes, most types of wax crayons or oil pastels will work. Candle is transparrent of course, other types may not be, but all will resist the paint.

@youeyeball 2 жыл бұрын

Don'tcha just love neat🎨tricks ? Thanks Michele ! 😉

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

No worries 🙂

@hougrel9514 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Have you ever heard of the wax in wax release not aging well - discolouring or anything like that.

@hougrel9514 2 жыл бұрын

Release = resist - spell checkers!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't, I think it's fairly stable :-)

@CJoyArt 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Michele. I was waiting for your credit card technique, so that's another one to add to this list. I appreciate you! Your videos have brought me farther along in my practice!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Ah yes, that's a good one too!

@lisariordan2784 2 жыл бұрын

This was great! Thanks so very much. Do you ever use Derwent Inktense?

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I do 🙂

@lyndamitton4496 Жыл бұрын

The corner of a Credit Card works well too!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's a great tip :-)

@evelynpeavy 2 жыл бұрын

Which technique would you use for whiskers on kittens or bunnies?

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

A lot of animal artists use white acrylic ink with any of the application techniques shown here, alternatively you could use Titanium white gouache, or of course black. Dip pen or tiny brush would work well.

@meeraahuja1594 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome tips. Thank you for sharing. However, I find it difficult to use watercolour pencils over painted surfaces. What could be the reason?

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried using them on wet paint? If they aren't releasing much pigment or making much of a mark it's usually a sign of low quality. Watercolor pencils can be bought seperately from art shops and online, you don't need to get a full set, so you could try a different brand :-)

@meeraahuja1594 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Will try again.

@karenaglipay5658 2 жыл бұрын

Can u use dip pen with masking fluid.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can, I will be doing a video on masking fluid tools comparison soon.

@PENFOLD1962 Жыл бұрын

Can Masking Fluid be applied with the dip pens?

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

It can, yes

@debsals8917 2 жыл бұрын

Little lines..what a challenge

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :-)

@christinebenjamin-young732 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative tutorials - thank you. Unfortunately I find the verbal delivery a bit difficult to listen to when instructions are being given, but when chatting a more natural flow of speaking is easier on the ear.

@teresahedall 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried to slow the speech down a bit?

@christinebenjamin-young732 2 жыл бұрын

@@teresahedall no. That would be worse. I think it’s that she is concentrating so hard on explaining things clearly it interrupts a more easy delivery. Not a criticism just an observation 😊

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

I do tend to talk fast, you can actually slow the speed very slightly in youtube settings and it won't make too much difference to the quality. Lots of people do it for accents or stuff that's too fast for them :-)