Watercolor Basics (7 Principles Professional Artists live by!)

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In this beginners watercolor painting tutorial I tell you about 7 principals and techniques that professional artists abide by, but beginner artists can use too. You may have heard of painting light to dark or using a limited palette, but do you know exactly what it means to practice these things? From color values to tips for avoiding muddy watercolor painting, these easy tricks will help you make better paintings!
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
1:07 Working from light to dark in Watercolor
4:24 A bad drawing never becomes a good painting
7:17 Use a limited palette
9:58 Push through the 'ugly' stage
12:02 Watercolor paint should flow
14:43 Prepare your paper before starting
17:26 Tonal contrast is everything
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@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Do you follow thes principles or do you have some of your own? Improve Drawing Skills (10 Fast Tips!) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b85niLpk17PeqWw.html

@TaraSueSalusso 2 жыл бұрын

I was following a different set of principles, however, I find these to be much more accurate. It’s interesting what we learn from different teachers. I have been thinking for sometime now that I would like to create a 3-D model that I could use to define the facial structure when it’s in various positions. I’ve started to do faces more often but my other teachings were not meeting my needs. This class provided a lot more detail regarding the change of the facial perspective. To give you an example of a failure of my other teacher, she created the lines straight across the face including the eyes and the mouth. I’ve found this class of yours to be very enlightening.

@grannyslick1829 2 жыл бұрын

Yes please to a video showing the same subject painted with two different limited palettes.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Beth I will try 🙂

@jaynemartlew5762 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Hi Michele, did you ever do this? I searched your videos and couldn't find it. Sounds like an excellent and educational idea...especially for those of us who are newbies and don't understand how it can make that much of a difference. limited palettes and also same scene in cool then warm colours etc. Sorry if I missed it! Love your channel 😊

@melindaavila498 Жыл бұрын

You are clearly an expert! Thank you for all your tutorials. So helpful, and I love to see the wide range of topics for beginners.

@brendashields9976 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your advice... the whole pushing through the ugly phase is just such an important thing. Thanks for the reminder!

@monicadewit9766 2 жыл бұрын

I love how you get the info out in a speedy manner with humor and grace

@phyllisbrochu7867 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you again Michele. I've never seen an watercolor teacher or instructor as capable as you. I'm so happy I found you!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much ☺️

@shaunaguymon2960 Жыл бұрын

I 2nd this!

@mountainsno 2 жыл бұрын

I got distracted by other mediums. But Im back!!! Always learn heaps and really enjoy your teaching. Thank you.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome back!

@bonnieg4076 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to have you here. Trial and error is learning the hard way. Thank you.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@neenahjohnson7960 2 жыл бұрын

Such wonderful information! Yes, I would love to hear your guidance regarding setting up your workspace. Thank you so much!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Neenah 🙂

@linderlindest5373 Жыл бұрын

Related to taking a break, if you stop working on something, turn it over so it's not visible until you're ready to work on it again. If it becomes just another thing in the room, the mistakes will remain hidden.

@gaybofill6502 2 жыл бұрын

Would LOVE for you to do a video on how to se up an art space/studio.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

It's in the planning ☺️

@gaemlinsidoharthi 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your lessons

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😃

@colleenmcchesney1482 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video filled with lots of interesting details and tidbits of information. YesI would love to see a video of how to setup a workspace & how to paint the same subject with 2 different limited palettes. Thanks for sharing this valuable informational video with us. Continuing to learn so much from your work.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Colleen 😊

@colleenmcchesney1482 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber You are welcomed.

@smz5302 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber I'd love to see a video on how to setup one's workspace, too. Thanks, Michele!

@nikibee70 Жыл бұрын

'Stop outlining your work in pen'... *instantly thinks of all my watercolours lined with pen* . I do start with the pen intentionally so the rest of the sentence was a relief lol 😁

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Lol, :-)

@mickeykyker4837 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness this video was so helpful, especially getting through that ugly stage. I dont know how many times i have just given up. Also i need to watch your video on contrast, thats something i struggle with. Thank you

@verwilliams1 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to hear how to set up work space.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Okay! 🙂

@annettefournier9655 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michele. Oooo same subjects different pallets sounds great!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You got it!

@lisariordan2784 2 жыл бұрын

Michele this is great! I like the idea of painting the same subject with different limited pallets. It could be fun!! Also i like the idea of a video showing suggestions for setting up your work space. Of these tips pushing through the‘ugly stage’ was most helpful.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@aliciashackley5830 2 жыл бұрын

Really good points made Michele. Thx as always. 🥰💕🐶💕🥰

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

💓👍😊

@jaspermartin7444 Жыл бұрын

another super helpful video, thanks Michele! 🥰 You are just fabulous!! 😃😻 (yes on the workspace video please if you haven't already) And another request if I may be so grabby paws... I wish you had a list of ALL your videos (not on facebook, some people limit social media), that way I could watch every single video you've made while being able to close about 150 tabs and de-stress my poor computer! You could even make a video about making a video! Just post it for the purpose of including all the links in the description. and of course, disregard if this doesn't sound appealing!! In my sidebar sometimes, there appears "a set" of your videos, and when clicking on that, a whole series opens up. Even just a list of all those would be super helpful!!

@carolshappyplace5828 2 жыл бұрын

Great video - very good set of rules. I would definitely like a video on the subject of organizing your materials while painting as I struggle at times with paint, water, brushes, etc. and getting too many items on my work surface which can lead to frustration.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Coming soon!

@sineadkellyartist Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video! Thanks for all your knowledge sharing:-)

@nattyw495 2 жыл бұрын

I still practice drawing/ sjetching atleast once a day even if its just 15 mintues of doodling....these are great reminders of sticking and reinforcing the basic foundations of a painting...its always good to remind yourself to remember the basic building blocks of drawing painting.. yes two different design with palette, also how to set up drawing area i enjoy learning how different artists set up their areas so i could or might glean a idea on how to make my area move cohesive....mikelle art mom🎨👩‍🎨✍ lol i love the when u wake how did i get that old but i think how the heck did covid stress make me so ugly old...lol

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Age creeps up on us, Covid stress too!!

@lindarushford1613 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thank you

@CFord-wu3in 2 жыл бұрын

Great points, Michele! Thanks!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

No worries ☺️

@lydiabond5393 2 жыл бұрын

Really loved the idea for one subject handled in different. Thanks again Michele for another great video!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 🙂

@janemorris3293 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video. Al the information is great for a beginner. I would be interested in hearing more about preparations needed before you start painting. Many thanks.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Noted!

@wendychampness1901 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic info! I will be listening to this quite a few times🙏

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Wendy!

@scoiataeli 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tips! I think choosing the right size of the brush is so important yet so underrated 🤯 When I finally listened to Michele and get size 12 😁 it made all the difference 😍 that thick skull of mine... 🙈

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@petragunther4439 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, Thank you, Michele

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@libbydearing2374 2 жыл бұрын

As usual, another great video! Thanks.

@Linda-qq5mg 2 жыл бұрын

Your watercolor tips are wonderful! Thank you Michele.

@kimbaird5041 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you once again for an informative video! The timing couldn't have been more on point for me. I'm at the "push through the ugly stage" on a painting that I have been working on for way too long. I needed this push! I would love to see a same subject with different palettes video as well. Interesting topic! Thanks for all you do to guide us in the right direction Michele! :-)

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome ☺️

@monicadewit9766 2 жыл бұрын

work space video would be great; you always have great ideas

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Coming soon!

@jakea1035 Жыл бұрын

So much information. Thank you.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lizhamilton1492 2 жыл бұрын

I am an intermediate watercolor painter and I learned so much from this video. You communicate the issues and solutions so clearly.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad!

@nancydavidson4899 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to a video on how to set up your workspace. I’d also love to see a video on which colours are staining colours, which are granulating and which are transparent and opaque and what are the best ones to have in a beginners palette. I’d also be keen to find out what are the merits of using/combining them when mixing. Great video as always 👌💕

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Noted!Thanks for watching!

@susanbuckley1964 2 жыл бұрын

Great hints and tips! Would definitely like a video with suggestions about setting up a workspace. Thank you !

@susiemejia7917 2 жыл бұрын

I would love a how to set up work space.

@julieholman10 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice, as always. Thank you❤️❤️

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@joykruczay 2 жыл бұрын

What I like best about your instruction is that you explain so well the reason behind the "rule". A video on setting up your space would be most welcome! I often watch/read about beginning painting tips, as one can always pick up extra bits of wisdom, especially from you! So much of what you stressed was also noted in a workshop I took 20 years ago by Tony Couch. He was quite intent on value and design, and felt color had a lesser importance. I can still hear his admonishments to those (mea culpa) producing muddy, overworked results in darker areas. "Just paint it dark enough the first time!" With regard to the ugly stage, I feel one just has to "trust the process". You likely have mentioned this in other videos, but with glazing it is "easier to cool a warm than warm a cool". This is my observance, anyway, as I start with the warmer colors, since I find I cannot paint over the cooler colors with a warmer, without a muddy result.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Very true and so interesting about Tony!

@jaspermartin7444 Жыл бұрын

"it is "easier to cool a warm than warm a cool". Never heard that before, thank you Joy!!

@joykruczay Жыл бұрын

@@jaspermartin7444 Wow, I commented months ago and it "found" 😁its way to you! That is the beauty of the internet. In my experience, I have found that artists (and cruisers, if you have ever cruised) are so very helpful and supportive.

@marymccaslin1690 2 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TaraSueSalusso 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I look forward to watching the others in the description box. You always bring so much competent to each video.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@debh3404 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Extremely helpful tips!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching ☺️

@debh3404 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber I watch, like, and comment on every one that I watch. Trying to help out the little bit that I can.

@user-jh9on3pe9j Жыл бұрын

You are great!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@agold1702 2 жыл бұрын

Great content!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@valeriegehling4358 Жыл бұрын

So much useful information again, things I’d not thought of, thanks.What are “staining” colours? Thanks to the next tutorial I watched you mentioned staining colours & name some so you answered my question. Thanks

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

I have a video about it, pop it in the YT search bar with my name and it should come up :-)

@valeriegehling4358 Жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Thanks have re watched! It helped! Thanks

@smz5302 2 жыл бұрын

Michele - RE: Tonal contrast...I know that I can use an opposite color to darken a color. But what if that color is not dark enough? Then what do I add? Paynes Gray? Could you do a video on this? Thanks!

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Some colors can't be darkened that much such as yellows and weak colors like Cerulean. If you add too much opposite color then you push into a neutral and change the color entirely. Other options are using the pigment itself stronger with less water or adding a similar staining color. For example Cerulean can be made to look stronger by adding Phthalo blue. Yes, I have been thinking of doing a video like this... adding it to my list!

@smz5302 2 жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Oh, yes, please - a video on this! I know you've told us...but I'm also seeing/learning...that value is SO important. From what you've stated, I'm particularly interested in learning what staining colors are similar to non-staining colors - so that I can increase tonal contrast. Please consider doing, perhaps, a two- or three-part video on how to increase tonal contrast--particularly, how to go darker. Thanks, Michele!

@barbararivera2380 Жыл бұрын

😍

@goldfishinabag5559 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to see how you set up your soace

@goldfishinabag5559 2 жыл бұрын

*workspace

@goldfishinabag5559 2 жыл бұрын

Also (and this isn’t news to you I’m sure) but I’m a novice, not new to WC but not an expert either. I’ve watched hours of KZfaq as well as taking in person and online classes) Short story long - your teaching has been a quantum leap in knowing my watercolors. I have taken color theory - but watercolors are their own “animals.” I like to copy your searching of mixtures to see how mine react. I get bored swatching my art supplies on their own but swatching mixes is amazing. Thank you and keep up the good work. Ps your mixing greens video solve a problem I was having in my current painting!💞💞

@goldfishinabag5559 2 жыл бұрын

* swatching (man I can’t type!)

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Glad my videos are helpful, and really, you type very well for a goldfish ;-)

@goldfishinabag5559 2 жыл бұрын

😁 😁😁😁😁

@kendralipscomb747 2 ай бұрын

I'm watching videos with the intent to start watercolor soon. I've never heard of stretching paper! What is this? How do I do this?

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 ай бұрын

I have a video, but youtube doesn't allow me to put links here. Put my name and paper stretching in the youtube search bar and you should find a tutorial :-)

@kendralipscomb747 2 ай бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber found it, thank you!

@rosemorales3135 Жыл бұрын

Do you teach oils?

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Жыл бұрын

I do not. I recommend Marion Dutton :-)

@rosemorales3135 Жыл бұрын

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber she is amazing! Thank you for all you do 🤘🤘🤘

@mountainsno 2 жыл бұрын

I have a feeling this might sound like a silly question. BUT if I wet and tape down my paper, how long have I got to use it? Im thinking I could stretch a couple on boards and then Im ready to go. But perhaps they dry out and you should just use it freshly done. Thanks Michele.

@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 2 жыл бұрын

Nope, it needs to be dry before you use it. You can literally keep them for months, I stretch about 10 at a time!