Watercolor Painting of a Kingfisher - Techniques Demonstrated

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3 жыл бұрын

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In this video I demonstrate a few different watercolour techniques I used to paint a Kingfisher in watercolor.
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Thanks to Hans Veth from Unsplash website for the reference photo of the Kingfisher.
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@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

The first 1000 people to use the link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: skl.sh/louisedemasi05211

@mariangraham9074 9 ай бұрын

Great video! Also glad to see someone else who can't talk when they need to. Lol

@ILSESTEENKAMP1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful demonstration... Must say I watched till the end and you surprised me there.... I think you are just hilarious... Thanks for the great laughs 😂😂

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 💕

@deepestslumber.2518 Жыл бұрын

Love the channel, love the instruction. I have incorporated some of these techniques into my own work. Love the effects. Oh... and the bloopers section at the end is hilarious. You do it with such a deadpan irritated expression that I have to admit, makes me laugh. Keep up the excellent videos.

@slowbunny6920 Жыл бұрын

Mesmerizing to watch. Thanks for sharing!

@debjanimukherjee6295 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful painting I loved it watching thanks

@adriennesaracen6525 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tuition as always. Thank you 🙏

@martinpettinger 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Louise.

@nkguenther1 3 жыл бұрын

This will be a challenge, but I’m confident you will calmly lead us through it. He’s gorgeous.

@amandasymon4363 2 жыл бұрын

Love the tip of drying the paint so it will not spread too much - Brilliant !

@GeologyTV 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful and so interesting painting, good luck..

@sujanithtottempudi2991 3 жыл бұрын

This video is like experimental laboratory....where colours are created for magic ☀️✨✨✨

@wendyizod923 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing painting.

@watercoloracademy1083 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos and your relaxing voice ♥️

@aurawheeler2255 10 ай бұрын

I love your paintings and teaching style. I am learning so much. Thank you! My problem is trying to make beautiful and harmonic backgrounds. 😢

@claudiahowell9508 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful.

@ranjanachand9306 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@mabelames2983 3 жыл бұрын

Really like this lady. She is a very patient instructor and beautiful artist.

@darleneplant.6284 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for demonstrating all of those techniques. Awesome!

@dmcdaniel2009 3 жыл бұрын

AWESOME !!! THANK YOU SO MUCH LOUISE !

@obrown2450 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning!

@Merryknees1 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful painting and beautifully clear instructions and explanations . Thank you for all your helpful hints and the inspiration you give me.

@sheilarubino7241 3 жыл бұрын

You are simply delightful to watch!! Thank you for your artistry and for keeping it real.

@divyagopal30 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@chiarasola826 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely video! It's very nice to see all these techniques combined in one painting. Thank you!

@rebeccawong1 2 жыл бұрын

Just love that calmness when you detailed the painting 🥰

@gingerpie1978 3 жыл бұрын

You are so talented! Love your style. Thanks for sharing

@ashleyevans3330 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful!

@armenbretagne5635 3 жыл бұрын

Oh la laaaa ! Gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous ! exquisite painting and perfect technique. Thank you.

@tracyleehughes2463 3 жыл бұрын

Stunning!! 💙🐦💙

@pattycyr8662 3 жыл бұрын

I was thrilled when I saw you were painting a kingfisher since that is something I have wanted to attempt this year! Thanks for explaining everything so well and showing close-up views.

@susanhepburn6040 3 жыл бұрын

I just came across you today and want to say thank you so much for your really clear explanations and close ups so we can see what you're doing. The kingfisher is just beautiful!

@nydiaroman9714 3 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable glow with aliveness of this masterpiece

@judybreedlove5348 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you did this Kingfisher....he's delightful. I look forward to you posting this on Patreon.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Judy.

@seaborncb 3 жыл бұрын

Another fine demonstration, with equally fine humour, keep it up

@crystalheart9 3 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous painting of a Kingfisher. I love the way you paint a splash of color behind the subject leaving the rest of the background white. I've tried it on some of my paintings and it looks great! It keeps the focus on the subject and I don't need to paint a complicated background.

@rossellaleonardi2908 3 жыл бұрын

Queen

@scrapbooking100 3 жыл бұрын

I totally enjoy watching your tutorial, love the techniques

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad. Thank you!

@nettiemoss324 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Louise! I am a big fan of your use of only a few colours and mixing from those - I despair when I see people listing 'umpteen' colours for one tiny painting! Thanks for all your hard work for us.

@joseosvaldobassobello144 3 жыл бұрын

Tutoriales bastantes completos. Soy principiante y me gusta como explica. Felicitaciones

@annieanderson199 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Louise I am so looking forward to trying this one, thank you so much.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Annie.

@rositsazlatanova1146 3 жыл бұрын

I love the beautiful simplicity of this painting. And I love the details on the head and how you suggested the feathers.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Rositsa.

@phyllisboone8006 3 жыл бұрын

He is wonderful. I just love all your birds.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Phyllis.

@carynregan8319 3 жыл бұрын

Your kingfisher is beautiful Louise! I love all your techniques and tips you so unselfishly provide!! As is always, you are an inspiration!!

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Caryn.

@joannekellaway4746 2 жыл бұрын

I adore your style of painting. And also have to watch your outtakes, your so funny 🤣 x

@petragunther4439 3 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous bird Gorgeous painting Thank you for sharing 🙏

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Thank you Petra.

@sunnysideup8283 3 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome! Thanks for the video.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

A pleasure. Thank you!

@wakemewhenitsallover 3 жыл бұрын

This kingfisher is stunning. Your feather details are incredible

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@silviavanacore3948 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely work! 💖

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Silvia. 😊

@lydiabosley9152 3 жыл бұрын

G'day, Louise! Thanks for adding yet another fun tutorial, the kingfisher will be a good challenge! 💜💛💚 Have a lovely weekend!

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lydia. You too! 🥰💜

@juliekraut7218 3 жыл бұрын

I learn so much from you. Thank you.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad. Thanks Julie.

@EnjoyDrawingwithMary 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful watercolor kingfisher painting Louise! love the transparency of this 😍 and I like how made the balance with the background stretching on the other side of the bird. Enjoyed this wonderful artwork and your teaching! thank you for sharing! Marija ❤️💖😀

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Marija. 💕

@holistic-ish4753 3 жыл бұрын

Your color choices are always beautiful

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@bluewren65 3 жыл бұрын

EFFECTS! Some words is harder than others :)). Lovely painting demonstrating so many techniques. Your videos are lovely Louise and you are a natural teacher.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 💕

@don9133 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the heck out of this tutorial! :)

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks Don.

@LilSmith 2 жыл бұрын

Sencillamente hermoso y sutil

@bruceosborne1892 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful painting Louise! We have the Belted Kingfisher in our area.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bruce. They are sweet little birds. I painted a Belted Kingfisher a few years ago.

@hankcreates 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful as usual!

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hank. 💕

@dianaclift9271 3 жыл бұрын

Hello fellow Aussie. I have never tried watercolour before but you have inspired me to give it a go. I absolutely love your videos and your outtakes make me giggle. A big Thank You :-)

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Diana. 😊

@pamgibbons2043 3 жыл бұрын

👌👌as always.😍

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@vladislavperevedentsev5918 3 жыл бұрын

СПАСИБО!!!!! ОЧЕНЬ КРАСИВО!!! 👋👋💓🖌️💓🎨💓🖼️💓💐🌹💐

@ZenARTSupplies 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Louise, very clear tutorial and lovely rendering. Happy to subscribe! :)) - Beatrice

@fairywrenwhispers 3 жыл бұрын

I too have a truly deep love of birds - I am so happy your beautiful energy & breath taking bird painting video simply appeared today...Bless you Beautiful Soul and thank you for sharing your beautiful art with us xx

@ananghakale6052 3 жыл бұрын

Louise, I love u r technic. Its wonderful .Can u show landscape painting in up coming section plz...

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm not a landscape painter I'm sorry. It's not something I've tried before.

@ananghakale6052 3 жыл бұрын

@@LouiseDeMasi Thank you, no problem

@Magic65750 Жыл бұрын

It would be great to see your reference photo while you paint.

@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын

I put them on screen for my patrons in the full length version.

@lada7539 3 жыл бұрын

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@christinaartist 3 жыл бұрын

I just found you and I love your channel! Thank you so much for these tutorials I'm learning so much! Can I ask what type of brushes you use, they look wonderful! Thank you

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I use Da Vinci Maestro brushes series 35.

@christinaartist 3 жыл бұрын

@@LouiseDeMasi Thanks so much lovely :)

@ITsARTbySNOWBEE 2 жыл бұрын

I am very much enjoying your videos and your detailed explanations. I have heard you talk about your large mixing tray that you had made somewhere but can't find the reference anymore. Can you tell me where to get it?

@partialartsblackbelt8384 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching you paint and your narration. I wonder if you would tell me what round brush you are using here?

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! A Da Vinci Maestro series 35.

@Simone-gr8kh 3 жыл бұрын

@@LouiseDeMasi Thank you for making these awesome videos. I'm considering purchasing a tutorial to try and paint one of your birds on your site. (Love that galah) What size of brush are you using here if I may ask?

@openshut69 9 ай бұрын

What do you think of Daniel Smith paints?

@lfarnham6990 3 жыл бұрын

Another beautiful painting! I don't see a listing of the type of brush you are using for this work. It has such a nice fat barrel and a fine tip. Could you mention the name of this brush? Thank you so much.

@alisonhendry2928 3 жыл бұрын

Oo ooo ooo love the straw thing for the background! I really need to start trying the large brush washes over the subject BEFORE I paint... if not following a tutorial I mean. Background=nemesis for me and I need to truly absorb yours. It would make life much more simple. 🤣🤣 will play with it today before getting back to a commission. Thanks for the inspiration as always. One question, is this the kingfisher image shared by one of our Facebook members? Her name escapes me, but last summer she posted an amazing bunch of images taken by her husband. I gave the kingfisher a try, but felt it was too tight. Going to try your version. And the limited palette. Phthalo turquoise and burnt sienna... fabulous idea.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alison. Don't put pressure on yourself to paint backgrounds if you're not ready. It took me a long time to build up the courage. The image is by Hans Veth from Unsplash website. 💕

@alisonhendry2928 3 жыл бұрын

@@LouiseDeMasi thank you. My journey continues,,, love this medium...

@elizabethwardrop3917 3 жыл бұрын

Will this also be on patreon Louise? It’s beautiful

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Elizabeth. Yes it will. I haven't started working on it yet because I'm trying to get others finished first. Late June or July it should be ready.

@barbarasaunders9504 3 жыл бұрын

Love this painting. Do you have a line drawing available?

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barbara. It will be available on Patreon when I release the full length tutorial.

@barbarasaunders9504 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to it!

@67beachlover 2 жыл бұрын

Can I ask where you got the tray to mix the paint?

@patriciajinkens552 3 жыл бұрын

I looked for this project on Patreon. Do you plan to include it on Patreon? Have you ever done a grey cockatiel?

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Yes - when I get it done. I have quite a few to post before it so it won't be until July I'd say.

@pdrobbins2725 Жыл бұрын

What do you use to draw the picture on the paper? Thanks

@LouiseDeMasi Жыл бұрын

Sometimes I'll use saral paper (transfer paper) and other times I'll scribble graphite all over the back of my line drawing and I'll trace it on with that. I prefer not to draw directly onto the watercolour paper to avoid erasing too much.

@amnerisluque2593 4 ай бұрын

Would like to enroll in your classes, could you please share who I can do that? Thanks

@LouiseDeMasi 4 ай бұрын

Here you go. All the information is here. www.louisedemasi.com/online-classes

@carlmarino4 2 жыл бұрын

Question: when looking through Pinterest, some of the exotic birds have colours that are hard to believe . I know Australia has many species types different from other countries. Do you think many of these photos are photo shopped ?

@annieanderson199 3 жыл бұрын

Loose you mention Skillshare in this demonstration, are you still doing your teaching on Patreon ?

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I am! Thanks Annie.

@arshilzia3842 3 жыл бұрын

I do soft watercolor birds but then something tells me to make them more realistic and i end up messing them up!

@janaire07 3 жыл бұрын

I have noticed you aren't using your lazy suzan palette recently. Is it because your changing how you use watercolour? Im struggling with finding the best palette for me.

@LouiseDeMasi 3 жыл бұрын

I still use it. I find it too large to film with though especially when I use a ceramic plate to do my mixing on. The bedroom that I paint isn't large enough for me to film in so finally, after 20 years of waiting, I'm in the process of getting a studio built in the garden. Can't wait!

@janaire07 3 жыл бұрын

@@LouiseDeMasi That does sound exciting!! Thank you for your time and replying.

@bluewren65 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Louise. I'm not sure how long you follow the comments for any particular video. I just watched you video on how to stretch watercolour paper. I found a site that stocks your Arches 1080 gsm paper. I've copied and pasted my comment from the other video here: Jerry's artarama has both the Arches 400 lb the Arches 500 lb watercolour paper (dimensions 22 x 30 Inches). A 25 pack of the 400 lb (which I think is the 1080gsm you were talking about) is USD 531.75 (approx AUD 687) and shipping is USD 7.50 (I think that is by sea, but hey it's cheap). Works out to about AUD 28 per sheet. www.jerrysartarama.com/arches-100-rag-watercolor-paper-natural-white

@mabelames2983 3 жыл бұрын

Funny,blurps