The sigsn of a true professional - not afraid to show their mistakes, keeps at it until it's right and doesn't swear when it goes wrong. Your voice is so soothing to listen to. Thanks for these tips
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
My pleasure Colin. Thanks very much.
@juliehopkins5784 Жыл бұрын
The biggest thing that holds me back is my self talk. I love your work and tutorials, thank you Louise ❤
@thejillykilly Жыл бұрын
2 requests: 1)can you do an updated video on your favorite watercolor paints and brushes. 2) Can you elaborate on 'don't paint all you see' point?
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the suggestions. 🥰
@susanmiddlebrook5882 Жыл бұрын
You are an excellent artist AND you are an excellent teacher, Louise! Such a helpful teaching!♥️🌹
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
That's so kind of you. Thank you Susan.
@joykruczay Жыл бұрын
I was tickled to see "Watercolor - You Can Do It!" in your excellent video. I bought that when Tony taught the first workshop I attended in 2001, along with "Tony Couch's Keys to Successful Painting". He wrote "remember the values" in each and signed them.He did a full sheet demo each morning for us. At 94, he is still teaching.
@helgalange6588 Жыл бұрын
So, if you live in Europe, I can recommend very much "Centenaire " . It's a good paper from Gerstaecker, Germany. A pad, 30x40 cm, 300 gram with 20 sheets costs about 35 Euro.
@oilonpaper Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the recommendation!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Excellent- thanks very much Helga.
@juliecampbell49095 ай бұрын
Thank you for your encouragement. Just finished 3 days of hideously unsuccessful attempts at a landscape style I adore and just not getting it even one little bit. This video has given me a couple of ideas about things to try. I'm an old Aussie very far and long away from home. Watching and listening to and learning from your videos (and looking at your simply glorious, gorgeous paintings) keeps me trying with "magical" albeit awfully frustrating watercolour.
@susancarlson5283 Жыл бұрын
In the US, Kilimanjaro 100% cotton paper from Cheap Joe’s is very nice to work on.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Good to know! Thanks so much Susan.
@danastavney5687 Жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear that. I have some Kilimanjaro that is 300lb. I should probably look for some in a lower weight. Love Cheap Joe's!
@PaulaScardamalia Жыл бұрын
"It truly is a magical medium." Yes! To be a magician in watercolor does take courage and daring... thank you for showing the way. :)
@carolhestand2561 Жыл бұрын
Love your kitty cat! Thank for this very encouraging video!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you Carol. 😊
@Bindismom Жыл бұрын
You are the most talented and delightful artist to come along since sliced bread!!!🤗👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎨
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
You're the best Bindi's mom! Thank you.......blush. 🥰
@connied8507 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful video as usual❤. I started with wood pulp paper. I knew if I spent too much on paper I would be too intimidated to even start. Now I love cotton! I use the pulp variety for studies and stress relief and sheets of practice. I don't worry about sketching lines, color corrections, or writing notes to myself. Who knew that different brands of white show different whites? I love how playful you are during outtakes. If you were a neighbor I'd invite you to tea. Thank you for being you ❤❤❤
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Connie! If I lived next door I'd love to come. 🥰
@deborahholst4633 Жыл бұрын
I have been practicing watercolour for about 2 years and have just bought my first Arches paper. Up until now (in Australia) I have been using A3 300gsm block Leyton paper from THE ARTIST PAPER CLUB. It is a 100% cotton, it holds the water beautifully and very affordable in both cold and hot press . I will continue to use this paper and keep the Arches for special paintings. Thank you for your tips I have learnt so much and your way of explaining is easy to understand and very helpful. Cheers !!
@charliefoxtrot6017 Жыл бұрын
Also in Australia but had to look up Leyton as haven’t come across it before. Sadly another Chinese product attempting to hide its origins with a western name. Consciously trying to make ethical choices when buying art supplies so definitely no Russian products and, where there are alternatives, no Chinese products. Consequently, I’d no longer suggest W&N Cotman paints for beginners. I’m now buying Roman Szmal, Rósa Gallery and Daniel Smith paints and non Chinese cotton papers.
@katharinawilson60325 ай бұрын
I love Leo! Thanks for sharing the bloopers! Great fun!
@donnahenry3772 Жыл бұрын
I love learning from you and one thing I especially enjoy each video are your outtakes. Thanks for including them for a lighthearted look at who you are. ♥
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you Donna.
@lindasabic4208 Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy watching your bloopers, kind of miss the old music though. 🙂 But I soooo can relate to Leo and his antics. I've got Bodie that has a penchant for my brushes! Yikes! Gotta love the artist's cat. Thank you so much for the tips, you are always generous to give.
@colleenmcchesney1482 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this wonderful information. I am definitely finding out that I don’t need to be using the pulp papers anymore for painting after trying the 100% cotton papers. I am now using Hahnemuhle (German Made) 100% cotton watercolor paper in 140 lb/ 300 gsm that is fairly inexpensive. I also love the Strathmore (USA Made) 500 series 100% cotton papers. I have just recently upgraded my brushes too. Definitely finding that I need to check on not over working my paintings & just let the watercolor do it’s thing. Thanks for all the helpful advice!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thanks Colleen and thank you for the paper suggestions as well. 🥰
@colleenmcchesney1482 Жыл бұрын
@@LouiseDeMasi You’re most welcomed! 🥰
@kimlindseyOH Жыл бұрын
I remember you saying that you've had trouble removing sheets from blocks. The only blocks I've ever had trouble with are from Bao Hong: the edges seemed to be gummed the same way you'd glue pages into a paperback book - so gummy & thick. The easiest I've experienced is Saunders Waterford. LOL - the thing that holds me back most is having time to practice! I need to put chores & errands aside & sit down with my paints! Thanks Louise!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kim. That's my problem too. I don't get enough time to paint. ❤️
@kathryncarbine7140 Жыл бұрын
Yes, time. Especially since I have a small home business that has to come first as it pays rent ans feeds me
@sandiellis8305 Жыл бұрын
You are inspiring....it makes me feel better to know you struggle with that white space. BUT I know that you have worked hard to be as wonderful as you are ...TY x
@radiantnavin8033 Жыл бұрын
All your videos are so motivating and inspiring Louise. Some tutorial videos on KZfaq are great but not many artists come up with motivational videos like yours. All points are valid and apply to all watercolor artists. :)
@normamiller2316 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this useful and inspirational video. I like hearing about your books and encouraging words to experiment. You paint beautifully.
@sandraschulkers4004 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all your instruction. Yor teaching is invaluable ❤
@Mmmmagu Жыл бұрын
1) I'm in Europe and I find that Fabriano artistico 100% paper is 1/3 cheaper than arches or canson heritage (my fav). It's best to buy a full sheet, you can buy them individually in good art stores and online :) and also Fabriano comes in four textures! They have rough, cold pressed, soft pressed and hot pressed. I like the soft pressed one for mixed media!
@loati94 Жыл бұрын
In Spain it depends. Fabriano sheets are twice the price of Arches. But then when it comes to full glued blocs fabriano is way cheaper than arches. But if you want a regular 12 sheet bloc Arches is half the price. It's weird lol
@Mmmmagu Жыл бұрын
@@loati94 Oh, that's interesting! In Poland Fabriano is cheaper in every form, but the most economical solution is always buying loose full sheets (50x70cm). Last time I checked a sheet of Fabriano was 24pln, which is around 5euro :D
@loati94 Жыл бұрын
@@Mmmmagu Wow only 5€? Here a sheet of that size of Fabriano is 10€
@Mmmmagu Жыл бұрын
@@loati94 that's wild, espiecially since you're closer to Italy, where it's made, than me XD But yes, that the price. And even Arches is not 10euro per sheet, but less
@ramaehamrin6 ай бұрын
I've been doing watercolor for a few years, and as a mathematician, it has been quite a challenge! But you absolutely nailed all the really important things I've learned through trial and error, along with a lot of sweat and tears! You are an absolutely delightful teacher and person. Thank you so much for sharing your gift. ❤
@SarahAndBoston Жыл бұрын
Great video Louise. I've learned a lot from you about planning and how important it is. Also, love your green top! :)
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Sarah and thank you for the compliment. It's a dress from Sugarhill Brighton. I'm looking forward to some warmer weather so I can wear it. 😊
@cindybohl9593 Жыл бұрын
When I was a new watercolor artist I started using cheap paper and paints. It was so frustrating! What a difference good supplies make! You are a great teacher! Love your work! Hope to take one of your classes in the future. ( Love your dress too)
@WalkerFrankeArt Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your suggestions, Louise! I remember when i first started painting that I didn't know the difference between cotton and pulp paper. I actually got 100% cotton paper, but then i got 50% cotton, and it was so difficult to use! I've never went back since haha
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I hear you. I accidentally bought a wood pulp journal once and I couldn't paint in it. It was terrible. I've kept it. I'll let me grandson play around in it when he's older.
@suel4269 Жыл бұрын
Great tips ! Your dress is beautiful on you.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Sue.
@michelebornman8552 Жыл бұрын
Everything about the out-takes at the end is priceless!! I was laughing out loud!
@mariannedanhofbekkers2671 Жыл бұрын
I was just watching a Video about a Portrait painting Contest in Britain. Someone commented: you cannot write „painting“ without „pain“. 😂 so true! The Road of water colour painting successfully is long and painful sometimes, but so rewarding too. Pain Will become gain eventually. And LOUISE is perfectly able to guide you on that road and to paint and gain real soon.
@amandastratton8242 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Louise for the excellent tutorial. I am now using 100% cotton papers now, and so much better at using the paints with it Thank you for all your tips for us , my range of brushes is growing but I take on board what you say about how to use them. I will never be a master but will learn to love the paintings I do for myself and that will be because of your teaching Thank you x
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
My pleasure Amanda and thank you very much. 🥰
@adunzoroq33 Жыл бұрын
I love your tips Louise ❤ I keep practicing and trying to let the watercolour do its thing but the urge to control it takes over, I have so much to learn still but I absolutely love it :)
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I fight the urge too- I don't always win though 😆❤️.
@cynthiakeith69254 ай бұрын
Hi Louise. I have been enjoying your beginner in for you tube tutorials. And have been thoroughly enjoying…. I love your Patreon membership…. Excited to get back into a painting 😊schedule. It is hard to select one of your 400 Patreon tutorials. Thanks so much! G one of your over 400 tutorials you have
@Linda-pg3so Жыл бұрын
Always inspiring, Louise. So many great tips, I try to embrace them all. Now I just need to find that extra time to practise🤔☺🌹🇦🇺.
@paulavonbestenbostel7645 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Louise! ❤
@dorothyfrank3611 Жыл бұрын
I love your videos, you always teach me something! You inspire me with your advice, (try new techniques and don't be afraid of mistakes). Also, your out takes at the end inevitability make me laugh 😂
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
That makes me happy to know. Thank you Dorothy.
@sandraharris8386 Жыл бұрын
Haha Leo was on fire! Thank you again Louise for a clear and reassuring video. Watching you always helps ground and inspire me to keep going when I am feeling a bit “blah”.
@fionataylor7657 Жыл бұрын
Hi Louise, thank you for all the work you put into your tutorials, I am a huge fan of your teaching style. I am in South Australia and find there are very few brands of 100% cotton paper locally that won't break the bank, however I really like the Art Spectrum 100% cotton cold pressed pads. I have yet to try Arches but feel the Art Spectrum is the closest to Fabriano that I have tried.
@shancan6328 Жыл бұрын
I love when the cat (Leo?) walks in front of the camera.
@tentativesuggestion Жыл бұрын
All of them. Those are indeed the mistakes I made. Another great video, thank you.
@ludakrivo6199 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Louise, you are so sweet and talented!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Luda.
@shric17943 ай бұрын
I am also a fast drawer. Free hand. I can draw pictures in minutes. That makes bit harder for me to paint slowly. But I am trying. With water colour .I have to wait to dry. Before more painting. Thank you so much for this video. 💗
@shric17943 ай бұрын
Hi loviza. It's me again shri. This information in this video. Is very very helpful to me. That preparation is very important before painting. I always make sure that my sketch is correct. Light and shadows must go. I got this habit of sketching 4 different pictures in one subject. Then I stick them all on the wall. In front of my breakfast table.look at for days and do the correction. Before I decide to paint. I enjoy more sketching than painting.
@shric17943 ай бұрын
Thanks loviza
@drclaudette Жыл бұрын
Excellent suggestions. Love the bloopers at the end!
@chiarasola826 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Louise. I'm always looking forward to watching your videos, they are very useful and inspiring 😊
@sarahstevenson2384 Жыл бұрын
Some great tips there Louise. I love watching your videos, especially the outtakes at the end! 😂
@zackm83996 ай бұрын
Your Art is amazing. I think I need to work on my paint to water ratio because sometimes I’ll start out with nice washes and then I get carried away with too much pigment. Thank you!!
@dijosephine9556 Жыл бұрын
Another great video.👍❤️
@henriquejanuario881 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for this video! Peace!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
A pleasure! Thank you Henrique.
@TWEnglish100 Жыл бұрын
This is so helpful! I’m going to look into your classes. On a personal note, cute dress! Also, I always enjoy your outtakes and bloopers!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much TW. The dress was gifted from Sugarhill Brighton. ❤️
@danastavney5687 Жыл бұрын
I lover your outtakes!! I love your art!! Someday, I will have enough time to watch all of your videos and patrean videos.
@alisonhendry2928 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful tips no matter how long or short our experiences. So nice to see someone has more brushes than I do 😂😂. Whew!
@rosemarymoore3142 Жыл бұрын
You're video's are excellent x i always find something useful x helpful. Thank you for making them.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome and I'm glad. Thank you Rosemary.
@MariaMartinez-jb3zn Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all your wise words…I found GenCrafts watercolor paper 100% cotton on Amazon. I’m gonna have to stretch my paper though I think, thanks to your videos…🙏🏽🙋🏻♀️👍🏽
@lindenjenesse5078 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely adore you!!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you Linden. 🥰
@joanbarconstomas9637 Жыл бұрын
Gracias Louise por compartir tus conocimientos. Se aprende mucho. Personalmente, uso papel Baohong en rollo de 37cm de ancho por 10 metros de largo y lo corto a mi medida. Lo compro en AliExpress por unos 50 €uros. És un papel 300 grs. de algodón 100% prensado en frío. És indestructible, aguanta varias aguadas y se trabaja muy bien. También lo venden en rollos de 135 cm por 10 metros. Saludos cordiales desde Catalonia, Spain.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Muchas Gracias.
@viviancattaneo1474 Жыл бұрын
Your paints are so beautiful that I cannot notice if it is overworked, using too many colours or you make other mistakes.
@MarieM-PinkArt10 ай бұрын
The bloopers are so familiar to me 😂 only thing I film all myself 😅 the editing is a lot of work! You do a wonderful job! I’m a newbie artist 😊
@debh4190 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! very useful! Also: sure you should keep going when His Kittiness walks through!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
😂 Thanks Deb.
@LisaAdams.75 Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy your outtakes at the end 😅
@sharondaniels-duerr6912 Жыл бұрын
Louise, I absolutely love everything about your videos and look forward to the outtakes, which always make me smile or laugh! Thank you for all you share! I am also a fan of Fabriano Artistico, which I can find on sale at times here in northern CA.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Oh thank you Sharon.
@melodiechristensen2266 Жыл бұрын
Love your studio mascot!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you Melodie. He's a mischief maker. ❤️
@jeanieshafer9714 Жыл бұрын
I Ordered some shoes! I love them!
@Margritz1210 ай бұрын
Dear Louise - I just recently found you! I love how you teach. You mentioned a book on composition - I would like to find it. Could let me know the name again. I think your teaching is just the best. You are an incredible artist. You are also absolutely charming! Love the outtakes.
@LouiseDeMasi10 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Margritz 💕. I've put links to the books in the description of the video. If you click on 'more' underneath the video, the description will expand and you'll see them listed there. The book I have by Frank Webb is out of print but he has another one that I have listed there. The Tony Couch book is still available.
@shric17943 ай бұрын
What I do is this. With one model. I sketch 4 different angle of pictures. That makes my drawings more interesting. Then I decide which one i like to paint. I believe that with the better drawings. You get the better painting.
@padraigparker1839 Жыл бұрын
Great and very helpful advice - from someone who knows - Thank you, you are always so inspirational
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@davidmccullough6600 Жыл бұрын
So helpful, as always. The Baohong Master's Touch paper seems to ne unavailable in the US, but we can get the Baohong Academy paper which has the same description. I've used it and it seems to be nearly the same as Arches (I say that as a complete novice). In any case, it's good quality paper and a bit less expensive than Arches or other European brands.
@WojtekKogut Жыл бұрын
Amazing Video. So inspiring
@user-sl5wb8wd5b Жыл бұрын
Great lesson!
@rodeastell3615 Жыл бұрын
Great video and tips .. thank you for posting.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
My pleasure. Thanks Rod.
@Goldi-Luc Жыл бұрын
my favorite is baohong academy, i buy it in big sheets and cut it down and make my own watercolor blocks. it ends up being as cheap or cheaper than pads of some wood pulp ones!
@andreatorraca8755 Жыл бұрын
Hello from Dunedin FL US❤
@missywilson8770 Жыл бұрын
Everyone is different but for me, cheap watercolor paper was invaluable bc I had no idea how to even use a paintbrush. Once I had a better handle on brush control I switched. I would not have felt good filling up expensive pages with simple brush strokes.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Yes true, thanks Missy. I think the problem with wood pulp paper is that it's not easy to paint on it with watercolour and beginners start using it, find it's too difficult and then they give up having never tried cotton paper- which is a shame. 💕
@user-sd2jb1gg4w Жыл бұрын
So helpful! Thank you.
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
I'm glad. Thank you!
@beverlydevriesburrows3097 Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@melodyenglish4730 Жыл бұрын
I love Bee 100% cotton paper.
@aesea57804 Жыл бұрын
Available in USA
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thanks so much Melody.
@shellhodgin532 Жыл бұрын
I heard the Bee papers yellow rather quickly now, not sure if that's the case.
@melissaturner4157 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been using Fabriano “soft” press for a few years. I noticed you’ve used it in a few tutorials. How did you like the soft press? Will you do some more tutorials using it? Also, I’m REALLY enjoying your landscape tutorials!
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
I love their soft press paper. I like it more than their cold press paper. I find the paint lifts too easily on the cold press but I haven't noticed that on the soft press yet. I may do more tutorials using it but I'm not sure if it's easy to get hold of around the world. I know of only one place I can buy it in Australia. Thanks Melissa.
@sujanithtottempudi2991 Жыл бұрын
I like watercolours because of few artists ..you being top in them...why? I am mad about your wet on wet style technique. Nobody uses this as you do.however your technique is difficult to use in a cityscapes like busy street with figures in between buildings..i wish you could show one painting in your technique in cityscapes. Im aware its not your genre...but its a wishful thinking 😊. Thanks again for the inspiration 🙏
@Jlalode Жыл бұрын
The Bao Hong Academy is 100% cotton and quite good.
@andreatorraca8755 Жыл бұрын
Love the pandas
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrea. One of them is a tutorial. ❤️
@davidmcdonald7775 Жыл бұрын
I've been loving your videos and you. I'm a beginner in the world of art so I really appreciate your advice. I'm actually starting my journey with digital art. I'm using infinite Painter on my Samsung tab with stylus. Have you ever dabbled with digital art? I'm hoping it's am okay medium for a beginner :) ❤️
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Thank you David. I dabbled in digital art when I did my fine art course. I had one class a week where they taught me how to use Photoshop and all of the brushes. You can do some amazing things with it.
@theartistlove8113 Жыл бұрын
Nice 👍🏼
@ericakauffman5786 Жыл бұрын
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
@BrazenSpirituality Жыл бұрын
Have you tried Bee Creative 100% cotton watercolor paper?
@kathryncarbine7140 Жыл бұрын
Yes, yes,yes! Arches. Never tried bahong
@kathryncarbine7140 Жыл бұрын
Also, only professional quality paint! Never student grade. You pay less, and use3 times as much with student grade paint , so it actually costs more. It doesnt mix the same colors as it should, either
@raheelazam6385 Жыл бұрын
Hi beautiful awesome work💜💖💜💖💗💞💗💟👏💞👏💟💕💞💕💞💖❤💞❤💛👏💜❤💞❤❤♥💖💞💖💟💖💛💖💜👏💞👏💞
@criskoberart Жыл бұрын
Tonal value has been my biggest issue forever. I can’t seem to develop that skill. Maybe I am tonal blind 😂
@bjgoels Жыл бұрын
I do my paintings in my head first too, but my hand doesn't seem to obey. 😕
@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын
Lol- I have that problem too. 😂 💚
@loati94 Жыл бұрын
What an adventure it is to record a 13 minute video! haha