In this Video I'm discussing super important concept towards mastering watercolor: How Much Water to Use on Your Brush (or, how to get the PERFECT RATIO of paint to water FOR GOOD).
In this video, I break down the nuanced art of determining the right amount of water to use on a watercolor brush. As an experienced artist and author, I'll share my easy 4 step process for achieving optimal water-to-paint ratios for different artistic effects. I'll demonstrate how to control paint saturation and blend colors effectively, all while showcasing some techniques from my latest book series. This thorough and detailed guide is perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists looking to refine their watercolor skills.
00:00 Introduction to Watercolor Techniques
00:51 Setting Up Your Watercolor Workspace
01:30 Basic Water Control Techniques
03:32 Advanced Water Control Techniques
07:58 Practical Watercolor Project
13:50 Final Touches and Mixed Media
24:15 Conclusion and Upcoming Videos
More Videos referenced in today's video:
✍️ How to Use a Pencil to Add Shading to your Watercolors: https://youtu.be/eYfwHUF5_mo?si=tegVkLqhuJsdPRy3
🎨 My Secret Pens that Make Details with Watercolors a BREEZE! https://youtu.be/y9zXevoiA6M?si=dKsuOFTx7nGoFfoC
🖌️What Watercolor Brushes are best? https://youtu.be/JzE_hP0uRvM?si=_eyisKi47ZJkfVvE
🎨 Stay tuned for more editions of the Whimsical Watercolors and How to Draw Series, including unique and playful themes like 'Widdle Women" already published!
💃 To see inside Widdle Women go here: https://youtu.be/rwgFHbj2YeU?si=06EIYBFRVKiQXgGj
'📚 For Wacky Whiskers" (also available) see inside here: https://youtu.be/UtTFLCGPtRc?si=UxdiS2G-x2eusgWN
Here are the books related to this video or some that I may think you'd enjoy if you like Mixed Media art like I do!
📚 Whimsical Watercolors: Widdle Women Edition https://amzn.to/3C0KVKw
📚 Whimsical Watercolors: Wacky Whiskers Edition https://amzn.to/3W219Ki
📚 How to Draw and Find Your Style by Karen Campbell https://amzn.to/48VkQI2
📚 Mixed Media Magic by Karen Campbell https://amzn.to/48RXCTn
📚 Mixed Media Hamburger Layering System by Karen Campbell https://amzn.to/3OneVU4
👉🏽 Learn more about my Mixed Media Society art club where we do 3 new and exciting GANGBUSTER painting and mixed media projects each month every month:
https://create.awesomeartschool.com/mixed-media-society/
#karencampbellartist #mixedmediaart #mixedmedia
Music by Epidemic Sound
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Who the heck am I?
Hi! I'm Karen Campbell! I believe artists aren't BORN with talent, they're MADE. Since founding Awesome Art School in 2016 I've poured my heart into teaching people how to create AMAZING mixed media art through EASY mixed media art tutorials and online art courses. On my channel you'll find TONS of mixed media inspiration, info about which mixed media art supplies are worth your time & money, PLUS whimsical girl art tutorials to help you create art you never dreamed was possible, and will be PROUD to share with family & friends!
📚 I'm also the author of 23 art books https://www.amazon.com/author/karencampbell
🖌️ Founder of https://awesomeartschool.com
🔥 Connect with me across all social media platforms @karencampbellartist
🎥 Learn to Draw with me too at https://www.youtube.com/karencampbellDRAWS