I think it’s important to remember that none of this free quality content would be available if it were not for Eric’s generosity. He started doing this for us during the pandemic to keep us all motivated and inspired. He also does have a business to promote which is a necessary part of the daily videos. Let’s lift each other up instead of criticizing.

I’ve tried watercolor years ago, was still working retail, just became very frustrated with the process. I’m now retired, have a granddaughter who taught herself how to play the guitar by watching You Tube. I figured I could learn painting that way too. Now at 80 years old, I’m enjoying all the instruction that is free here! Thank you for getting me started on a new addiction! Lol! I’m not doing too bad. Proud of my self!

As a beginner water colourist, I can't thank you enough for the high quality teaching videos you make available. They are incredibly informative and inspirational. I especially love Thomas Schaller's work and teaching method. Thank you, Eric Rhoades!

what an amazing demo! Hearing you guys talk about making art your profession is so inspiring...crossing my fingers for my own path. Thanks a mill for sharing such great tips

Beautiful! Can’t wait to see the completed painting. Thomas is such a humble, amazing artist. Thank you for sharing your talent.

Thank you so much for this great demo. Thomas Schaller is a wonderful watercolor artist and instructor.

Thomas is so generous to share his amazing talent. Thank you!

Have a complete episode please. As a beginner it’s frustrating to have a teacher stop midway through.

I watch both Thomas and Streamline whenever I can. I was so excited to see that Thomas was on today. The way Thomas identified and then drew together design elements was nothing short of enlightening for me. I’ll be watching this again. Thank you, Thomas and Eric.

So much knowledge and wisdom packed into everything this mans says. Thank you Thomas! You are truly inspiring.

I so admire this artist...Hearing the explanations of why and seeing his how has been a fascinating lesson. Thank you Eric for providing this valuable show!

Love his work and his modesty. His words are wonderful!

Thomas you are an amazing and generous artist so informative so exciting to watch. Thanks Eric for giving us this opportunity to learn from a real genuine gentleman!!

if you would like to view and learn more about the artist then why not purchase his book! Eric’s introduction speech was worthwhile listening to. I purchased Thomas’ book, thank you Eric for introducing him to us. ❤️

This narrative on his sketch is so helpful. God bless him.! So generous and talented ❤️

Is there somewhere we can look at the final painting? I’m really interested in looking at it front on not in an angle. And of course when the paint is dry hopefully also finished. I love the loose feeling and like to see how it ends up.

Totally LOVED watching Thomas....he is detailed with a great deal of reasons for his actions.

I am glad for all programs that are helping a lot of people who like painting. Thank you

Over the years I have had immense pleasure from your podcasts. If I weren't in the UK I would be at Watercolor Live in a flash.

Fascinating video … wonderful. To see Mr Schaller in action is a privilege.

I have only come across Thomas's work recently, but I absolutely love it. This demo was awesome. Thank you very much.

I love what he says about painting the impression rather than the literal lines.

The mention of diagonal positioning of lights and darks to pull people throughout the painting compositionally is a good suggestion. I have done it for years, as well using color accents, but did it intuitively without realizing the compositional advantage.

Yes! Please make a video on perspective for the artist! ❤

Did Thomas post his finished painting?

Thank you so much. It was a discovery to see you painting❤😮

Beautiful 🤩 painting 🤩👍❤️😍🥰💖

Yes Art is a great Therapy ❤❤❤ from Barbados 🇧🇧 looking forward to your advice

I'm so glad I found you and your youtube channel

very good but seeing the finished piece would be very informative

Wonderful Thank you Thomas! Love your work! Glad to get to learn from you! Linda in Nashville, Tennessee.

Thank you Eric thank you Thomas

I found him so interesting to listen to!

Where can I see the finished painting?

Love the advice Joseph Z gave!

Absolutely loved this! I haven't painted a watercolor in a bit since I have been experimenting with Acrylic and Gouache! This makes me hungry for my watercolors once again!! Lovely painting and love the technique he uses!

Love Thomas way to paint. Thanks for doing this.

I was glad to hear the story of Joseph and the life changing moment. If I were to take a class from Thomas, the first question I’d ask is what his art life practice was. His thought processes…so I was happy for the questions asked. We can watch til we’re blue in the face, but I want to know what makes him tick.

This is so helpful i have never been shown this an Thank You For Explaining This Thomas. This has helped me so much.❤

Hello from .Miami Thanks for a fantastic presentation. I'll be watching all of them from on.

I am changing from oils to acrylic painting. A frustrating proposition! I love your presentations. Please keep them coming.

What a very informative video! Thank you so much for sharing your tips and techniques…and your passion for painting!

Great on so many levels -thank you!!

Wow what a treat

Love these painting sessions!!!

Excellent scientific explanation of how to best pull emotion into your scene. Thank you!

One of my all time favourite artists. Thank you this was such a great treat! He is such a lovely man too.

Realmente,,gracias por compartir su experiencia de vida dentro del arte😊😊🙋‍♂️🇦🇷

Eric, you talk too much! You spent the whole first half of the video yakking with Thomas. Then you told him he only had 20 minutes or so to complete the demo. Instead of painting, you talked. Then, had the affrontery to tell him he only had 3 minutes left. How rude. I’ve tried to watch some of your other videos with well known artists, but they’re all the same…too much Eric and not enough content.

Hello 👋 my dear friend very beautiful work have a nice day 💗 💓

I loved this video. Thank you for all of the information

Thank you!

Wow….incredible interview, painting, thought processes, design, techniques, etc….I will most certainly be watching this again. Less than a month ago, I had NO idea who Thomas Schaller was….I was just drawn deeply to his work without much thought to the artist….sorry if that sounds impersonal or rude….it’s not meant to be. So much of this interview seemed to strike home for me….no more excuses….I need to start my journey….I have no goal in mind other than to enjoy myself in retirement…..thank you for the kick start! (Where can this painting be seen in its completion?)

he’s so funny! brush addiction ❤

Such a magnificent artist who is as humble and kind as anyone can be. What a super surprise it was to have found this older episode. Pray tell, whatever happened to showing the completed painting?

This is a real good program

Is it possible in these videos just to add a photo at the end of the video of the final painting. Would be very helpful, thanks for posting

I wish the camera was on his left, so I could see more of what he was doing, without his right hand blocking the view.

Great artist😊

I have Neef brushes. They are my favourites.

I would love to read this magazine.

So happy that I have found this site

Sensational!

Hi from Ontario Sudbury 🤩👍😍❤️

Where the finished painting?

Hi everyone! I am a retired math teacher who just started painting after I retired & then more seriously in spring of 2929 when I was sheltering at home.

Love the variety of artists I am getting to meet through this program How do you go about getting posing air magazine I live in Florida but am not experienced yet only painting watercolors for two years in Florida

You are awesome to Eric🤩👍😍❤️🥰💖

Let the man talk it's his gig

Is this finished painting posted somewhere? Fabulous video!! Thank you!!

Thank you for these presentations.

This is the first time viewing your broadcast and am enjoying ememencly

Fabulous greetings from Ireland🍀

Eric it all so has his pallet titled ihave never seen this. An I could see this would help.❤

What a poorley handled interview Eric. Just saw it and felt that if he is truly a world class watercolorist you cut him short. Not good.

❤❤❤❤❤ from Iceland ………….

Thank you from Australia

Watching from louisiana😮

Congratulations Natasha 👏👏👏

Outrageous that Rhoads would yakkity yak throughout the demonstration, while Thomas labored away! And to not allow him to finish his painting nor allow viewers to see the final result of Schaller's work here. We watched faithfully and were denied a final look at his work. Shame on you Eric! Get wise Eric. This is NOT about you, it's about the generous artist's work and thoughts. Butt out please! Schaller deserves more respect!

glowing...from BC

Where can we see the finished painting? You mentioned that there would be a link in the comments section but I can't find it.

I would like to see the perspective video

Super, mais dommage pas de sous titre en francais pour suivre le commentaire

Would love to win a digital subscription to the Plein Air magazine.

Agreement about drawing before painting…I don’t understand how people understand shapes and shadows without the preliminary drawing. I need to draw first.

Back in the 60's my first art teacher said; we paint~ Not draw first~ Aloha BigIsle🌋HI.USA.

great tips. Wor,ing on a digital waterco,or (using rebelle software, which is on-sale right now, bet the pro version for same low price), and m having trouble because I didn't plan out things like shadows and contrasts for maxi um impact beforehand. My work as of now is too discombobulated because of the lack of planning in this larticulsr scene I'm working on. I have to stop, take a snapshot, and work it up in photoshop to see how I can change va.ues and shadows and co,or etc to work better toeher.

If you had a photography or art teacher who told you to always put things in the center, that teacher should be fired.

ok,,great,..but where's the rest !

I didn’t put iam frim Sherman,Texas ❤

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Eric needs to stop talking please.

Thomas is an amazing artist - but "best in the USA"? It's very subjective. I'd say he's one of the best. Dean Mitchell is too, as is Mary Whyte, to name just a couple that come to mind.

I thought your special January event would be shoveling

Have ypu changed your color scheme of late?

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When Thomas says that he paints in complimentaries, it sounded like he was speaking about mixing complimentaries versus visual complimentaries; can anyone clarify?

So amerikan...lots of talking and hero worship. Im outa here....