The Complete Beginner's Guide to Watercolor

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From getting the right supplies to painting a full piece, this is the complete beginner's guide to watercolor!
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00:00 - What this video covers and an FYI
00:50 - Let’s talk supplies!
01:39 - Explaining my palette (extra colors than what's listed?)
02:38 - Colors I use, how I organize them, pro vs. student levels
10:11 - Brushes I use: brand, sizes, quality.
11:21 - How these brushes are made (HIGH quality!)
13:36 - What I use different brushes for.
14:37 - Talking paper.
14:49 - Cold press or hot press?
16:24 - Cotton? GSM? Block vs. Pad?
18:38 - Paper brands: Legion vs. Arches vs. Fabriano
19:25 - Other necessary supplies…
20:08 - Now for color theory.
21:48 - Important lesson from my piano teacher.
23:04 - What to learn from color wheel.
25:14 - Color relationships and why this matters.
29:17 - Analogous colors.
31:58 - Warm colors and cool colors.
34:17 - Get your brushes out as we talk VALUE scales!
37:42 - Practicing and chatting HUE scales.
40:05 - Two techniques to must know: WOW and WOD
41:29 - Three ways to use Wet-on-Wet
48:26 - Using Wet-on-Dry
49:23 - Brush technique practice with circle painting.
51:02 - How you hold your brush changes outcome.
52:23 - Circle painting begins!
55:24 - Tip for shaky hands!
01:00:02 - Find the hold that feels right!
01:01:34 - Focusing on painting quickly.
01:02:22 - COMPOUND strokes.
01:03:24 - Painting leaves with compound strokes.
01:08:41 - If you’re struggling, try longer leaves…
01:10:06 - Putting leaves on a branch.
01:13:38 - What to do with puddles at ends of leaves.
01:15:44 - Muscle memory and wonky stems.
01:18:47 - Painting side-facing basic flower.
01:20:56 - Adding stem to the flower.
01:22:50 - THIS makes it look like a flower.
01:23:37 - Basic open flower.
01:26:06 - Biggest mistake when people paint flowers.
01:27:46 - Putting everything together: full floral wreath
01:29:47 - Composition lesson: balance.
01:31:45 - Sketch before?
01:38:19 - Step back and look…
01:39:28 - Take note as you paint.
01:42:43 - These are easy and help with balance…
01:45:32 - How I am able to paint quickly...
01:46:57 - Final (important!) encouragements.
01:49:01 - Final details to the wreath.
01:49:53 - Further resources to continue learning.

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@JennaRaineyChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Don't miss my NEW course The Art Within. In it, we cover more watercolor fundamentals, drills, and practice. We also discuss finding your own creative style and how to get into "flow state" for optimal creative mindset. Check it out: www.jennarainey.com/the-art-within // If you want more monthly watercolor tutorials, check out my Patreon! I offer ad-free tutorials, Patreon-exclusive tutorials each month, and live art classes. Check it out here: www.jennarainey.com/patreon

@vj4939 3 жыл бұрын

The color theory and the need for balance. That's helped me understand what's wrong with my paintings. Thanks a lot....

@carrieland6945 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, just starting my journey 😊

@adansimpson1177 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining the brush strokes and all the tips and tricks that go along with it.

@kecall 3 жыл бұрын

I learned SOO much from this workshop! I can't wait to watch all of your videos (and then jump on Patreon!) One thing I would love to see you address is how things might be different for lefties. For example, I struggled with making the 'teardrop' shape, until I realized that I needed to work in the opposite direction. Once I started 'pulling' the brush towards me rather than 'pushing' the brush away, they came out beautifully! I'm sure there are other lefty hints that I am missing too. Whatever the case, your videos have been so helpful!

@wanderingcreativity 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help

@rpasewa 3 жыл бұрын

The fact that you can get this for free on KZfaq- I really appreciate you for putting this publicly. Thank you!

@JennaRaineyChannel 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! ❤️

@sabxosays1320 2 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY! Thank you! You are amazing!

@j3susbeatz 2 жыл бұрын

It got me. Unbelievable!! I had to subscribe immediately

@johnaidacarbonell87 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@alicedreams9833 2 жыл бұрын

@@JennaRaineyChannel 💜

@blackman3957 2 жыл бұрын

*Free 1 hr video?! Free E-book Guide?!!! THIS WOMAN DESERVES THE WORLD.*

@JennaRaineyChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks! Glad you appreciate it!

@LeChatelaineAnglaise 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, Jenna, for sharing this wonderful course on KZfaq. I am 79 years old. I used to enjoy drawing when I was young, and by my teens had become reasonably proficient, but I never really advanced into any other media. Then family and work commitments meant that I didn't have time for hobbies, and for 50 years I haven't drawn anything. But now that I'm retired, and I have time, I have decided to see if I can pick up where I left off. Of course, I have done things in the wrong order: First I bought a "watercolour starter set", then a book, and then I subscribed to your channel. Oh well, I will use what I have for now. The starter set is probably not great, but it has at least put a brush in my hands and some paint on paper for the first time.

@ephraim9332 6 ай бұрын

Have fun! I’m 15 and have some free time so I started painting too. It’s a ton of fun!

@pma613 5 ай бұрын

I just found this channel. I’m so excited to learn. I’m so grateful to you Jenna. 🌱💛

@amyh2888 2 ай бұрын

I am 49 and just started. I am so inspired by you. I'm totally a beginner and also bought in the wrong order. At least I'm having fun

@user-fm5ej7mt4y 9 ай бұрын

Jenny, I have just turned 70 and wanted to start painting as a hobby. I have watched this video through with the greatest pleasure and wanted to thank you for making it so much fun to watch and learn. Thank you so so much. With best wishes. Lorraine

@susanmiddlebrook5882 3 жыл бұрын

Jenna, thank you so much for your generosity and commitment to those who long to learn to watercolor. You’ve just made it possible for those of us who can’t afford these classes, who don’t have the means or ability to get to a local class or for a variety of reasons cannot make local classes happen for themselves. I spent a fortune of classes years ago and got nowhere but frustrated. Now I’m in my 60’s, am a bed-ridden paraplegic who cannot go anywhere but a doctor’s appointment via medical transport because I cannot bear the pain of riding in a vehicle without being in my power chair with my legs stretched straight out in front of me. Now I can pick up a brush, get out my paints and watercolor paper and apply what you are going to teach me- at my own pace and physical capabilities- in my own bed! I’ve been watching your tutorials for awhile now and am inspired to get going again. It’s always been a dream of mine to watercolor and now, because of your generosity and cohesive teaching style, that dream will come true. Your tutorials can take me where I cannot go. Thank you from a very grateful heart!👩🏻‍🎨🖌🎨 ♥️

@watercolourartincapetown2919 3 жыл бұрын

Susan, you’re such a resilient person 🙏 God bless you

@didiirwin 3 жыл бұрын

Susan, you are an inspiration! All the very best to you as you undertake your watercolour journey ❤️

@terribidel 3 жыл бұрын

Blessings to both you & Jenna! We do appreciate her skills so much. Thanks for sharing.

@shivanisapra6399 3 жыл бұрын

Susan ! You are amazing. So true. More Power to you from India . Jenna thankyou so much for the wonderful classes.

@nancyloomis3046 2 жыл бұрын

You go girl! It's so great that you don't let any physical impairment stop you from the joy of painting! When we need to express ourselves, we'll find a way! When I've seen people who have no use of their limbs even use their feet or mouth to paint, this tells me how important it is for us to do our art! So great that Jenna has done this video! ❤️

@BB-nz5sk 3 жыл бұрын

I really do not understand people. Why would anyone give all of your hard work, effort, and generosity a thumbs down? Some people must get a little bump of dopamine by being negative. You rock Jenna. As a fellow musician, I appreciate the music theory analogy! Hugs from New Orleans.

@JennaRaineyChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Aw Barbara! Thanks for the love and encouragement! I appreciate you! ❤️

@alvirosy 3 жыл бұрын

Ikr? How could somebody give a thumb down to any free tutorial video :')

@CarolineJones 3 жыл бұрын

@@alvirosy - well, if you couldn't hear or see what was being taught, or there was too many umms and aahs (most folk don't bother to edit and that's so irritating). So if you're going to make a video - free or otherwise - the basics have to be covered. Otherwise it's big thumbs down :)

@olgaolszewska1545 2 жыл бұрын

Or - thumbs down can be from the envies competition!

@bottegadelloscuro 2 жыл бұрын

There are people who are just negative. Bad for them

@jjpeste 2 жыл бұрын

Ciao from Italy. Do you know that feeling... when you're about to cry of joy? Yes, this si me right now. I'm the equivalent of a child in front of a Christmas tree, eyes wide open, open mouth, and an amazing sense of gratitude for this video and channel. I'm almost 50. I've always wanted to learn everything about watercolor, but I'm repeating the same mantra since the beginning of times: "I cannot draw". False statement of a lifetime. I collected watercolors and brushes during the years, but I get depress every time I try. My negative mantra kicks in right on time, and I put the colors away till the next time. Your gentle and precise videos are keeping me on track with my practice. THANK YOU! Thank you for awakening my inner artist, and bringing joy into my life.

@JennaRaineyChannel 2 жыл бұрын

VERY SWEET, thank you so much for sharing. I am so happy to hear my channel is inspiring you and helping with your watercolor journey! ❤️

@adevore1971 2 жыл бұрын

Another comment that made my eyes water 😍😓💚 I'm 50 as well and I'm sad that I never pursued art as a career., its what I was meant to do since I was a child! I've always felt I need classes (i do!) or art school but just never went for it..for a variety of reasons.. done with excuses now... let's do this!!!

@samanthaquant7411 2 жыл бұрын

Awww this is so wonderful! Only 32 but I feel the same way!

@lucyloojones2779 8 ай бұрын

What a lovely surprise…I am a senior with mobility problems and have a desire to paint! Your kindness in sharing your many many tips, with a delightful commentary , is so generous! Thank you so much!

@jfoo75 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jenna... I am a mother of two kids.. Started a high pressured, high stressed work while juggling to be a mom to my two kids. I always wanted to learn painting with watercolour, and this video was so good and educational. For you taking the time to provide detailed step by step for someone like me, I truly appreciate it. Painting using watercolour for me is a getaway from all digital things I do at work. This video definitely will give me confident to start this hobby of mine. Thank you. By the way love all the way from Malaysia ❤️🇲🇾

@ashwinisirsikar7267 Жыл бұрын

This is such an excellent video, so informative. Well paced, complete and explained so simply. Thanks

@lorikanitz1852 2 ай бұрын

So glad I found you! You are an amazing teacher! I’m 72 and retired police. I finally have time to pursue my love for watercolor painting. I watched the entire video and learned so much. Thank you!

@SamriddhiAgrawal-jl6mh 17 күн бұрын

From India i badly wanted to learn painting after searching alot i finally found this video and i have downloaded it too so that i can watch this video even without any network and without getting disturb ❤❤ thankk you soo much dear....

@sonny1611 Жыл бұрын

I cannot tell you how much I adored the segment on color theory. I know this might be my unpopular opinion, but if you made a 3 hour video on just that, I would happily watch that 😍🤩

@heidiwiedemann Жыл бұрын

yes please I second this!

@EuphemiaGrubb 11 ай бұрын

@@heidiwiedemann Ditto!

@24get24give 9 ай бұрын

metoo! I'dwatchathree hout video of yourson anything, I can't tell you how invaluable uour videos have been to me, I have learned so much, even from watching you swatch those ninety colors, youer son sounds like a doll does he paint? he sounded reallyinterested and knowledgeable about color in that video, and I would be interested in seeing some of his art as well, thanks, again foethe awesome resources you provide,and I am loving yourbooks as well!

@Alinda1308 3 жыл бұрын

This Is probably the best video for beginners ever made. And it's also asmr

@watercolourartincapetown2919 3 жыл бұрын

Yuuuup definitely water cup ASMR 🥛 🎨

@user-zb2eq8gs4k Ай бұрын

Thank you for Sharing your knowledge in Water colour painting . I have Studied art for a while in College. And I love the Way you show how to use Water Colours. 😮 Abd the blends of Colours makes it look So easy. Thanks.

@mairaraimondi1911 3 жыл бұрын

This is probably the most detailed and well explained watercolour course I've taken. Thank you for your generosity offering tips that work for you, and doing things slowly so we can appreciate what you are doing and better understand it. And thank you so much for putting this course free!

@886Kereta Жыл бұрын

I am a middle school art teacher, new to watercolor. I bought your book 15 minute projects and it is the absolute best money I have ever spent. So straightforward and simple, yet incredibly informative... thank you!!!

@avinas1214 3 ай бұрын

I just paid $55 for a 'complete beginner water color guide' that was USELESS. it seemed more than what a beginner (me) can grasp. THANK YOU for this !! for free even! I am so thankful you made this video. 🤗😊

@DineseBeckert 2 жыл бұрын

"Mental muscle".."Muscle memory"...This was the BEST online tutorial on how to water paint EVER.... As a long-time chef, everything is MUSCLE MEMORY, every chop every stir everything! Having found art in my life after my adult child death, I dove in with no idea what I was doing, only that I HAD TO DO IT. My first pieces were watercolor, then acrylic, then acrylic pours, then inks then encaustic wax! I yearned to learn and will forever...you filled that bill, thank you so very much!!!!!🤗 P. S. This video is not long enough!!!! The bit about holding, painting with the brushes, OMGOSH I would love more of that!!! I am sure I can transfer that knowledge to my wax, encaustic painting work...your amazing!!!

@shawnreed1907 3 жыл бұрын

I think you are missing the basics of water in watercolor for a true beginner. This is actually a bit more of an intermediate lesson session, in my opinion. A lot of people abandon watercolor because of the frustration of dealing with water. I was very lucky to study watercolor in Italy when I lived there. The water is the number one component to master for painting. The first thing we learned was how to control, add and remove water and WHY. We had to identify absorption on different substrates. We did this at first using only blue paint and nothing else (so we would not be distracted by color). We learned three different ways to add water to our work and why - dipping a brush into a jar of water - using a spray bottle to keep the paint pallet from drying out, using a squirt bottle to add water directly to a wash without muddying the wash. We spent more time on that part of our learning before we moved on to color theory and technique, because we would not get the results we needed if we did not understand the essentials of water.

@grammyrosethompson650 3 ай бұрын

That's rather interesting, and as much as I love Ms Jenna, and so appreciative of her generosity because she has given so much time and effort to teaching, and a person can learn a lot from her generous freebies on here. I tend to think you are exactly right. As a complete beginner, I found myself getting confused and rather in a state of information overload with her on the whole aspect of color theory and composition. I think you a re exactly right with learning about how the water works, how it moves on the paper. Perhaps, not delving so much into colors at first would be helpful. However, I can also see that much of that aspect would probably only be accomplished with a whole lot of practice. I was also discouraged with the whole aspect of using expensive papers for practice, though I could understand her reasoning for using the quality expensive stuff, for a beginner, it is going to take a Lot of practice with the water and making many mistakes and simply playing to learn. You are going to use up a LOT of paper. I checked and the brand she recommends is at a cost of about 2 dollars American per page!!! That's just way more than I could afford for simple play and practice. I do appreciate her, and still can learn so much from watching her videos. This is invaluable information and lessons that she gives so freely!!!

@babygorilla4233 Ай бұрын

Interesting, I think I'll look for some exercises focused on that thanks. I took an apprenticeship professionally and it's impossible to overstate the importance of mastery over the fundamentals.

@anagoldberg7164 Ай бұрын

THANK YOU for talking about choosing synthetic brushes to avoid harming animals. I LOVE YOU!

@Keniv. 2 жыл бұрын

Jenna, your generosity is beyond anything I’ve ever seen or experienced! This over an hour video was so fun to watch and you make the most gorgeous leaves! I will be getting your book and becoming one of your Patreon’s. Thank you so much!

@JagoAyeea 3 жыл бұрын

OMG I cannot wait to do this class. So many skills in ONE video is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for this gem!

@livtrail4717 Жыл бұрын

I’m literally 30 seconds in yet I’m so excited to be taught about this, I’ve suddenly grown a massive interest in watercolour art and want to become an expert at it one day. I believe this will really help me on my journey, thank you.

@JennaRaineyChannel Жыл бұрын

You can do it! Happy painting!

@_hana1038 Жыл бұрын

Same really excited 💜

@laurimarch5291 2 жыл бұрын

I thought almost 2 hours would be overwhelming to watch but this was so relaxing and inspiring and informative 😍 wow, just wow ☺️ thank you so much You‘re a great teacher 😊

@gopikadd8 Жыл бұрын

AUSSSOME way for beginners...thnx a million for this video Sir.

@bzbeegee2585 10 ай бұрын

❤❤❤

@sookiesmith5457 2 жыл бұрын

I greatly appreciate this extensive video. For me personally seeing all of it together helped me more than any of the short task based videos I have watch over the past year. It helps to understand why I need to practice certain things because you not only tell us, but show us the why. I am looking forward to watching the other 19 videos in this series. Thank you for being so dedicated to helping all of us learn and gain confidence with watercolors.

@christinajohnson8986 3 жыл бұрын

I invested in myself and bought some paint supplies and I’ve been watching your videos non stop for the last few weeks, my supplies come in today and I’m SO excited!

@krishdxb123 2 жыл бұрын

Can you share about the details of your paint supplies, please ?

@lupepedraza8497 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jenna, this is such a generous gift. I'm a knitter but I have been wanting to try watercolor for a while. This is an amazing course.

@nellyg7317 9 ай бұрын

Stopped the video at first cause it was "too long". Eventually watched it and every minute is worth it. Thank you so much for all those tips. Loved it!

@karenfarhart7659 Жыл бұрын

a week before my 60th birthday which has me soooo depressed - thank you for giving me a chance to open up a new channel in my life. Practice is everything for sure but... has anyone ever made the comment that being left handed makes things turn out a little different? I didn't notice it until trying to do the petals - I honestly can't decide if I should go left or right with the curve down. Sometimes they look a little more like hearts than petals. :)

@inquiringmind13 2 жыл бұрын

I bought your book a couple of years ago and was hooked for a few weeks. then i somehow lost touch with watercolor (impatience and a lot to do at work) but discovering your youtube channel inspired me to get back into watercoloring. thank you, jenna!

@khoopa1283 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this for free. It's the best basic guide for total beginners like me who happily received a starter kit but did not know how to use it. Learning new skills during lockdown now! Your explanations are clear and easy to follow. Pace is excellent, and you've packed so many gold nuggets into this one video.

@JennaRaineyChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@gailmears8315 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, just reviewing lessons from years ago, and already l have learned so much more. Want to add that l am 80 years old and decided to try watercolour again. On pension really appreciate your free course. Thank you

@barbsaenz8882 2 жыл бұрын

You have no idea how much finding your tutorials has contributed to my recovery from a very dark place. Thank you.

@barbarajones1532 2 жыл бұрын

I have just started your classes and they are really wonderful. Thank you SO MUCH for putting this out there for us all--it is a great joy to work on watercoloring, especially during a pandemic, and we are all grateful for your generosity!

@sunnydispositionn Жыл бұрын

thank you for this! i'm younger and don't have my own means to attend classes that teach things like this, so this video was very helpful. i've recently become somewhat obsessed with watercolor (and am looking at it as an option for my future) so this video was a great guide and taught me a lot of things i didn't know!

@JennaRaineyChannel Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! All the best in your watercolor journey!

@christinemcclester2695 Жыл бұрын

I’m a mother of two young adults and one teenager and a former elementary art teacher. I’m just wishing you well with your passion and think it’s wonderful that you’re considering art/painting as endeavor for your future…best of luck, follow your dreams!

@chayanika1982 Жыл бұрын

The cluster you create with the leaves is just amazing. Thank you Jenna for an useful lesson.

@maryannsalomone5038 Жыл бұрын

Well, YOU and this video really saved my life. I am doing small and sporadic art classes for a retirement home here in Santa Fe, NM and there have been multiple requests for watercolor instruction. Because watercolor is not my personal medium, I felt a bit lost. So, like everyone else these days, I looked on YOU-tube for some information....and there you were...pouring out every fundamental beginners need to succeed...and I learned a lot myself. Today is the class and because of you I feel completely preparred and confident about my presentation. Besides being incredibly informative I would also like to compliment you. You are a very pretty, lovely young lady with a very easy way about you. All I can say is THANK YOU!!!!

@JennaRaineyChannel Жыл бұрын

Aw Mary! Thanks for all the love. I'm glad this video helped you! 💕

@anasouza8268 3 жыл бұрын

That’s all I have asked for!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH, Jenna!! 🤗🤗🤗 I can’t wait to start painting watercolors!! 🥰🥰🥰🙏🏻

@albamrivas2998 2 жыл бұрын

This is probably one of the best painting tutorials that I have ever seen! Thanks for sharing all this information in a very easy way to follow and the inspiration to try watercolors.

@Madeeha_shinkoko 2 жыл бұрын

I just wanna let you know you're a literal hero. I mean, you cannot fathom what this means to me. (tl;dr- i desperatley needed something like this to over come my fear of failing and wasting that developed over years of disconnect) It may seem a bit wierd but I come from a family where after like 7th grade, my art being my talent and aptituide became something to avoid talking about cause it was a hindernace to my studies, and my marks would suffer and in teh long run prevent me from becoming a doctor. And it wasn't like me and my indian parents could afford expensive (they aren't even expensive by western means, but because of the currency chnage, in india, imported stuff is super lavish) art supplies so i was always afraid to give it a try and fail. This year, finally I managed to clear my entrace and asked for art supplies as a gift! it's been like 6+ years of disconnect with art. And although we've passed that phase of not being able to afford stuff, the fear of wasting supplies still is with me. I'm so so glad, I could find this! I've been so scared to even use my paints cause I just didn't know where to start. And alot of the good sources I found, that i could learn from, sort of always started at slightly intermedieate level. this is literally what I needed! And you've put it out for free. If you happen to read this comment, I cannot thank you enough, seriously.

@JennaRaineyChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a story… I am SO happy to hear you have connected back with your art passions, and I’m very happy this video was helpful instruction for you. Enjoy your art supplies and thanks for watching! Take care! ❤️

@cheryladams2717 3 жыл бұрын

The leaf and C curve stem at 1:15 ish is giving me soooo much joy. I'm a fairly new watercolor painter and I've struggled with leaves and stems. I love this tutorial and your teaching style. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

3 жыл бұрын

This video really is gold, I thank you very much for taking the time and effort to record it for free for all of us. Thanks a lot!

@lennyferreira8205 Жыл бұрын

the fact that on youtube most of the things are free and the thing about youtube is thhat you can wacht waterever you want. i love youtube and i hope you guys to

@lennyferreira8205 Жыл бұрын

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@bettyryan4310 2 жыл бұрын

Jenna, thank you for putting this on KZfaq! Wonderful video! This was a great supplement/follow up for the lessons in your books. Your encouragement help us to continue on this watercolor journey and accepting our artist level. Love your tutorials🥰.

@SlySkippy15 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate every bit of time spent on explaining, examples, and walking through the process- the gift of an educator.

@carol-gn6oh 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I just dug out my old watercolors and ordered paper so finding your class was just the kick I needed .

@JennaRaineyChannel 3 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@daniellewales 3 жыл бұрын

This video is so generous to share with us, I'm so excited to start painting! Thank you

@Roldanni 2 жыл бұрын

Jenna, Thank you, thank you, thank you for making this available to all of us beginners. This is an incredible tutorial that puts us on the right path for better things.

@lorraineking6368 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Jenna! I started painting with oil paints as a teenager and I’m quite detail oriented. I’ve been wanting to do looser painting with watercolors but find myself reverting back to detail and I get frustrated. You video is teaching me to relax and go with the flow, literally. Thank you for making this available to us all! Blessings to you!

@candiwelsh5524 3 жыл бұрын

What a blessing you are Jenna. Thank you so much for spending your precious time to do this for all who can’t afford to take a class but want badly to learn. You are so fun and such a delight to hang out with this way. I’m old and never thought I would ever be able to accomplish learning watercolor painting. You inspired me so much I bought your book a little while ago and am so excited to try this with you. Much love and GOD bless you my dear. ❤️

@tamarathompson6333 2 жыл бұрын

You said perfectly all of what was in my heart and thoughts exactly about Jenna and this course!!

@janbartlett3592 Жыл бұрын

Candi, I was going to leave almost this exact same message! I am just so swept away with Jenna and her giving heart! Stay blessed, both you and Jenna! Much love...

@Craftmasterist 3 жыл бұрын

I just learned more from this video then 2 semesters of college🙂god I love youtube. Thank youuu!!!

@aku26 2 жыл бұрын

I've been returning to this video and watching it piecemeal between my studying sessions at home. It gives my mind a break and gets my creativity flowing and itching to paint some more once my work is done. Thank you for taking the time to create such a structured class for us all.

@marlenedelvecchio8074 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jenna for your KZfaq videos. I am rather new to watercolor and I can’t tell you how happy I am to find your Complete Guide to Watercolor video. It’s just what I needed! I started an intro into watercolor class yesterday. Even though I’ve used watercolor off and on for a few years I’ve realized I need to start completely over because there is so much I need to learn. Your channel has me excited to get started again! So a huge thank you!!!

@DaveQuail 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jenna. This is the most truly inspiring and informational video on Watercolor I have ever had the privilege of viewing. I am recovering from a stroke, and have taken up watercolor painting as part of my therapy. Am so glad I found your channel!

@patricebennett1100 3 жыл бұрын

I am blown away with how fantastic this was and how beautiful your gorgeous leaves and flowers are. I just want to start painting immediately. 🌸 can’t wait to learn more from you.

@paulinepatchett4462 Ай бұрын

It is so humbling to watch an amazing artist/teacher openly share her gift with all of us. Thank you 😊

@missmom1760 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Jenna, thank you so very much for your amazing lessons! Your patience is so very much appreciated. Thank you!!!❤

@marianneborkent240 3 жыл бұрын

Wow Jenna, this is an amazing tutorial about the basics of watercolor! Last week I gave myself your "Everyday watercolor" as a present and I just finished day three. I like it so much and I can't wait to paint such wonderful paintings as you did in this video. But as you emphasizes in your video I will try to be patient and I definitely enjoy the proces of learning. Thank you so much for helping me with this!

@supergirl460 2 жыл бұрын

You are nothing short of an amazing instructor!! Thank you for sharing all you talent and wisdom!

@colleenbeanish7207 2 жыл бұрын

Jenna, thanks so much for providing so many of your tutorials free on You Tube. I recently took up watercolour and have followed many of your lessons. This class was so comprehensive. The practice and discussion about how to hold the brush was so helpful to me. I am even pretty impressed with how my wreath turned out. You are a wonderful teacher (from a retired teacher) and I am really looking forward to more sessions. 🙂

@lindaabrams9537 5 ай бұрын

Jenna, you’re a great teacher! Your outlook as to people’s abilities is realistic generous, and you make this sometimes difficult kind of painting fun and not to be afraid of doing! THANKS for sharing your experience!

@Mahoney1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! I have just started with watercolor (at age 57 lol) and I really feel like I learned a great deal. I really appreciate that you shared this workshop free of charge, that is very generous of you! Your book should be arriving at my house in the next couple of days, can't wait to get my hands on it! Thank you again!!

@176castlehill 3 жыл бұрын

Brought some supplies with me on vacation as I’ve been wanting to do some watercolor. I was one of those kids who almost failed art because I couldn’t draw “a straight line”. This video is inspirational and I now know the supplies I need ( like decent brushes) to move forward. I am excited by what I’ve learned and your encouragement on what & how to practice to get better Thanks for getting me off to a great start

@nahimaribeiro817 2 жыл бұрын

Jenna, can't tell you how much I loved this! I've been practicing the leaves and flowers during the week and started my wreath today. I've started studying watercolor about one month ago and this video has helped me in a way many other courses I've been watching haven't. I'm not satisfied with my results (yet), but I know this is a matter of keep practicing. Thank you so much, you've been really helpful.

@mianoname9825 2 жыл бұрын

Oh Jenna, this is soo cool! Thank you so much for putting this up for everyone to watch, and even including your very informative E-book! That's a great gift! And: I really love your calm and nice way of explaining things. Really enjoying my evening with your course.

@colleenm9188 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! So easy to understand. Thanks for marking all the different sections of the video for quick access, too! 💜🙏🏻

@SylwiaWasniewska Жыл бұрын

Dear Jenna, I have been looking for a tutorial, that would explain technical details to me. Thank you so much for this! It’s very helpful for a beginner like me. And it makes me want to paint even more.

@habituallearner7680 2 жыл бұрын

How perfect! I'm on day five of Everyday Watercolor and Ive been struggling with my leaves. Although you explain the compound strike well in the book, seeing you hold the brush helps so much! I also appreciate your tips on controlling the amount of water to use. That's been the hardest part for me so far. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

@teacheralex8864 2 ай бұрын

This is amazing. You covered so much and you did it so well. I've recently started water color painting, my mom liked to do it and I always liked it. After she passed away, I kinda took it up. I've been rushing and this gives me so much to consider. Thank you so much for this ❤

@MsMeyara 3 жыл бұрын

OMG thank you so much!! I started painting with watercolours about two years ago and all my knowledge is based on youtube videos and yours is by far the best I've seen so far!

@joycesnodgrass7068 3 жыл бұрын

WOW, Jenna, thanks😘 It's great having all this information in one video!

@anjalimehta4888 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Jenna, for pouring all that you know into this video! Truly shows how passionate you are about art and all the more passionate to make its joy reach as many people you can! I’ve been following you for years now, not only are you really really cool, fun and witty, but also by far one of the best tutors! Thank you for your knowledge, thank you for this visual therapy! You’re a star, much love 🥰❤️✨

@cottenfrancoise2884 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for holding my hand all along this beginner tutorial ! When I started a few weeks ago, I thought the wreath was out of my reach... but I painted one yesterday ! Room for improvement of course but still... very happy I've found your channel ! Let's carry on for more adventures !

@janten6554 2 жыл бұрын

This is, by far, the best watercolor video tutorial I've watched aince I started. Been engaged in watercolor for months but always end up frustrated because I extremely felt something was missing, and that is, the basics! 😂 and am so glad this video considers beginners like me, who is a total neophyte in watercolor. Teacher, thank you so much for this video. Am watching this each day in segments so that I can have a good grasp of your lessons. What a beautiful way to serve humanity. I admire you for being a great, amazing teacher!!! 😊💕💞❤❤❤💕💞

@adevore1971 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful comment 💛 she's my new teacher too!

@ohiokid7 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing video to offer for free! At 64 yrs old I felt like I was learning things I was taught 45 years ago but never used! Also understanding it all so much better the way you explain things. Thank you SO much, I am excited about returning to my love of watercolors when I was young and before life got in the way. I will definitely check out your Patreon! 💗💕💗

@DancesWifHooves 2 жыл бұрын

This was INCREDIBLE, Jenna! The best overview I've seen so far, and the only one that maintained my attention (because you *taught* me rather than showed me, if that makes sense) for the entire duration. I love it!

@Iamedsmum Жыл бұрын

You are so right Dances with Hooves, Jenna teaches rather than shows and it makes such a huge difference. Best wishes - Marion, UK

@tranhtheuhangkhoa 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely essential! A comprehensive guide for anyone starting with watercolors. Thanks for putting this together! 🎨🌟

@eileentotheleft2697 8 ай бұрын

I have been playing with watercolor without instruction for a while. I decided to invest the time in this video and it has been so extremely helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make it and sharing your knowledge with the rest of us. Much appreciated!

@tamyellis9860 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been trying so very hard to paint with watercolors and it’s hard to find the right tutorials since there are so many. I do know if I get bored within the first 5 to 8 minutes it’s not for me. I’ve truly enjoyed watching this tutorial and so appreciate your explanation of things I had no clue about (which is about everything…lol) I started this painting journey and a way to try my therapy. I will be subscribing and watching faithfully. Thank you for all you do for us 😊💜

@thelittlestthistle9683 2 жыл бұрын

It's been over 20 years since I did watercolour painting at school, and my teachers never went into this level of detail (I guess they went with the principle of you'd either be good at it or not, by complete fluke!) Thank you for explaining all the things I needed to understand about tones and hues and even how to hold the brush, it completely appeals to my scientific mind and the need to understand how all things work

@adansimpson1177 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤩. I have been searching for all these kinds of skills and how they come together. You continue to inspire me to just keep having a go. 😋

@JennaRaineyChannel 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome, Adan!

@hailstorm78 Жыл бұрын

You're incredible! I tried so many other videos to teach me how to paint and you're the only good one I have found that properly explains and shows techniques and tricks. Thank you so much!

@williamsmith4562 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jenna. I am recently retired and decided to take up water color painting. I am a very methodical person, so I have watched over fifty videos on KZfaq in order to get familiar with the process. I was ready to give up, because I never felt confident about my being able to paint well. Then I watched this video and thanks to your excellent teaching, I am elbow deep in watercolor painting. Thanks again, Jenna, you are awesome. Keep it up!

@gnometraveler 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!! I've been painting with watercolors for years, but just on my own, intuitively. Your video and all the work that you put into it, helped me understand sooooo MUCH! The classes I took back in college (30+ years ago) have faded. Your video was refreshing. I know I have my color wheel somewhere in my portfolio. Thank you for taking the time to make and share this with all of us so freely. I have downloaded your e-book. What a lot of time you spent putting that together too. So, Thank you! Thank you. Inspired to play with color and water again soon....

@maryadams8224 2 жыл бұрын

This video was so helpful and full of wonderful info. I've been doing acrylics and decided to look into learning watercolor and watercolor pencil. Your video was a great place to start and I'll be watching it again and following along with brush-in-hand. Thank you!

@bellatrixlestrange3603 2 жыл бұрын

Usually I'm not good with people talking during tutorials but I enjoyed this very much 🖤 I like your instructions and the knowledge you're sharing is so incredibly valuable to a lot of us self taught artists! Thank you for your wisdom! 🖤

@roxannepaul4608 9 ай бұрын

THANK YOU for putting this up on KZfaq for free, such a detailed video and sooo helpful!

@stefaniarampini4377 3 жыл бұрын

This video is stunning Jenna! Thank you so much for such amazing summary and huuuge work! 💖💖💖 Also congrats to your video guy too, for the outstanding quality of the videos!

@ManishaGeorgina 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t believe this content is free.. Thank you so much!

@danielgasser1871 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for providing this for free on KZfaq, i learned a lot, even tough I'm not a beginner anymore. Water color is such a fun and versatile medium, but hard to handle. I added it to my techniques, and is starting to become a favourite.

@staceyhargis8518 2 жыл бұрын

This is incredible!! Thank you so much for this video as well as the free resources. I really love when people share their immense wealth of knowledge with other's so openly and generously, super awesome to see.

@joyferguson2581 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best teacher! I went to your workshops...and still from this video received more information. Keep up the brilliant work. ❤

@JennaRaineyChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Joy! I love hearing from former in-person students! ❤️

@shellynfc Жыл бұрын

Thank You Thank You Thank You for these amazing videos!!! I am a complete beginner that has always loved Watercolor but no artistic ability. Have tried before with no luck. An artist friend who follows you recommended you. You break it down so well!! So appreciate you making the videos available to everyone! I have also purchased two of your books and they are beautiful!! It will take me lots of practice and watching the videos over and over but I find it so relaxing and easy to follow, love the circles and trying the flowers and leaves. Again you are so amazing and so very giving to share your amazing talent!! Very Grateful! Thank you again!! 😊❤️

@JennaRaineyChannel Жыл бұрын

Aw I am so happy this was helpful for you!! 💕

@joyzeitelhack7081 Ай бұрын

I bought some watercolor supplies awhile back and have been trying to practice techniques from others on KZfaq. Yours is the BEST I have found that answers all my questions. I appreciate that you have shown the location of each segment too so that we can stop and practice each exercise. Your tips on how to hold the brush has really made a difference for me. Thank you sooo much Jenna!

@jilldangelo9313 2 жыл бұрын

I've never attempted watercolor. Even though I've enjoyed watching some other videos I found, I so appreciate you teaching the basics first. You provide so much useful information while being interesting and funny at the same time. I feel like I can actually start to paint something now. Lots of practicing to do! Thank you Jenna!

@debeye13 Жыл бұрын

Jenna, thank you so much for this video. It’s wonderful! I’ve been learning watercolor for the pass few years mainly using KZfaq. You are definitely one of my favorite teachers. I especially like what you said at the end about not rushing things. Maybe one day I can go on one of your painting adventures. Thanks again!!!

@sandywest4299 9 ай бұрын

why do you have to have a nose ring while taping this. im sorry it is hard to concentrate on what your teaching and i really want to learn. be safe and stay wonderful

@artyfallsbyshreya 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️ so much Jenna .... this motivated me to start my watercolor journey .... can't wait to start....

@jessicafrnklnstudio 5 ай бұрын

Blown away by the integrity of this content. Thank you so much for sharing.

@angelachen8796 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jenna. I've tried many tutorials, but still can't get answer to the biggest question: how to get the ideas of painting. Your videos are different. Even from this beginner's guide on technologies, I was inspired to paint something by myself, not just follow the teacher. You're really amazing. Look forward to learn more from your other videos!

@carolpetersen9834 2 жыл бұрын

I have learned so much from watching your tutorials. Thank you!

@elizabethglenbentley7882 3 жыл бұрын

Wow ! Am I ever so grateful for stumbling upon your phenomenal tutorial. You have an amazing ability to teach this form of art and I'm so enthused about starting after many years of procrastination. I was originally inspired by my daughter's best friend at university who has just given up her full time job as an engineer of 25 yrs, turning her attention to a full time water colour artist. Then I found you Jenna and now I am hooked to see it's possible! Thanks again for your generosity from Denmark?

@JennaRaineyChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you loved it, thanks Elizabeth! ❤️