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Yes, watercolor! I don't like waiting either, so I typically work in sections, so by the time I'm done with one section (like the eyes) another section is dry and I can do some top-layer techniques if I need to.

@@aquilawatercolor I need to start doing that as well!!

Eee!! Hello hello!!

Thank you!

Oh wow this is so kind, thank you! Bostons are very special indeed. 😍

Yes I have done this too! Although I find it doesn't hold unless I also weigh it down overnight.

Most likely for this painting it was M Graham and Daniel Smith. I also love American Journey. 😀

Beautiful , what colours are they ? Raw umber ? Love the blue

@@rosered8234 thank you! That teal blue is one of my favorites, Cobalt Teal. The browns are likely Quin Rust/Gold mixed with a black like Payne's Gray. Payne's Gray does have a blue undertone though, so I would add in some pink when mixing it with browns/yellows to avoid a greenish hue.

Thank you so much!!

Hey there! I'm so happy you found a way to stretch that works for you, that's awesome. And yes, things have changed in the last six years - although I still don't stretch my paper, cause I just don't want to, I actually use 300lb paper now instead. And I wish there were some companies out there paying me to create content, but it's all me right now. And there's definitely nothing wrong with being a noob watercolorist, everyone is at some point. Happy painting!

Thank you!!

Thank you!

Yes, it's just such a time saver that allows you to do more of what you love and less of what you don't. Thanks for the great feedback, means so much!

Thank you! Happy painting!

I'm not using translucent Yupo, but you certainly can try that! For this to work, you have to tape the tracing and the Yupo paper onto a window, so the outside light shines through and you can see your image enough to trace it. I explain the process best in this video: czcams.com/video/6qMKDnrmHT0/video.html Happy painting Ann-Marie!

@@aquilawatercolor Hi there again. getting excited to start thank you for your tips. One more question Do you put a finishing spray on your watercolor paintings?

@@ann-marieneufeld3892 I wax my mounted art - video of that is here: czcams.com/video/rHJRz-6SLhI/video.html AND HERE czcams.com/video/CDAcaeOhfCk/video.html

@@aquilawatercolor Thank you so much!!! very helpful

@@ann-marieneufeld3892 You're so welcome, happy painting!

Oh man, I'm sorry Gail, that's a bummer! I paint directly onto the paper, and that should work for you too. I would make sure you are using Yupo brand paper and high quality watercolors, like M Graham, Daniel Smith, Holbein, or American Journey. Derwent Inktense pencils work beautifully on Yupo paper as well.

Thanks Angie! You too- don't stop! Painting is the best!!

I have two videos all about how I mount and finish my watercolors here: czcams.com/video/rHJRz-6SLhI/video.html and czcams.com/video/CDAcaeOhfCk/video.html Happy painting!

I should mention that I don't recommend using the above mounting method for Yupo paper. Yupo is probably best displayed under glass with some breathing space between the painting and the glass.

Thank you!

Awesome! Yupo is so fun and sometimes it takes a few tries to get comfortable with it. Have fun painting!!

@@aquilawatercolor 🖌🎨Thank you! I actually ended using acrylic on the Yupo with black waterproof ink and Liquitex acrylic inks. After changing it completely, It worked!

@@yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357 Oh that's awesome! It's hard to save a painting once you think it's lost, so I'm so excited for you!

@@aquilawatercolor 😁🎵Thank you!!

Yes, this is another great option- to use watercolor blocks of paper like this. However, I typically don't use blocks because you can't do window or screen tracing with them. You could use a carbon transfer paper though.

Thank you Siena!

Ooo! I like this idea! Thank you for sharing!

Thanks Jane! :D

It might, but I'm not sure. I don't work with canvas so I'm not the best resource for that! Good luck!

It sounds like you're crushing it Kimmaline! To rise above challenges and find a way to get back into painting- you are an inspiration! I'm so glad you found a light board that works for you. Having the option to trace subjects can be such a game changer! Happy painting!

Thanks - also good idea !

Hi Kate! That one is really nice, especially to use while traveling! It's an American Journey Brush Holder from Cheap Joes: www.cheapjoes.com/catalog/product/view/id/29225/s/american-journey-canvas-brush-holder/

@@aquilawatercolor Thanks Aquila. You have a really cool name. Did I mention before that I really liked the video, b/c I did!

@@katepanthera7265 Thank you so much! So glad you liked the video!

Hi Patricia! As of right now, I do not seal them. I used to use Golden spray varnish, which worked decently, but not well enough to keep using it. I've seen people mount them to panels and seal them with resin, so that is an option!

@@aquilawatercolor Thank you.

@@patriciaflesner2894 I just tried a new finish for Yupo- and it works wonderfully! I mount the Yupo (a heavier Yupo paper) to a wood panel, using Golden soft gel medium- I'm making a video soon about how I do this- then I cover the front and sides with Dorlands Wax medium. It worked wonderfully to protect the painting and deepen the colors. However, I wouldn't recommend using the wax medium unless you fuse the painting to a hard surface. This way the painting will not be flexible, and the finish will stay nice. Happy painting!

Thank you Sally! I'm working on new content and will be adding to my channel in the next month or so! I really appreciate you reaching out! In the mean time you can get my emails: view.flodesk.com/pages/5da1f8892f8cb4001522ce48

Yes, I agree. This book isn't the best for step-by-step techniques, more so an overview of what other artists do. I bet his workshops are amazing! Thanks for watching and commenting, happy painting!!

Thank you!!

Hey Candle! Unfortunately since this method isn't actually "stretching" the paper, it won't keep the paper flat if used before you paint. The paint and water will cause the paper to ripple a bit, so you'd still need to flatten it afterwards. Happy painting! I'm starting up Watercolor Wednesdays again this week, so stay tuned for more videos! :D

Yes, and it is much less work. You soak the paper in water for around 10 minutes, then fix it via tape or a lot of staplers to a surface and let it dry. What is shown here is to avoid the few minutes of work and the night you have to wait and instead wait for half a week. Sorry, but i cant believe people actually like this video.

Woo hoo! Thank you! :D Keep on painting!!

Thank you Carmen!!

Thank you Elsa! So glad you like this video, happy painting!!

Thanks for entering! I work on both paper (I love fabriano rolls) and Aquabord (mostly for commissions).

Hey Tasmin! I use a digital projector- works awesome!

@@aquilawatercolor oh my gosh yes thats such a good Idea couldnt fathom how u did them so large. Must be fun.

My projector will be here day after tomorrow 🤗 alllll for dog love

Thank you! :D

Yes- this definitely happens. Try taping it down onto a hard board with artists tape before you paint on it. It'll still ripple a bit while you paint, but then, after you are done painting and it is dry you can flatten it with a warm iron. I use this method: czcams.com/video/6AJLZ8hrJ_o/video.html

@@aquilawatercolor thanks!

Thanks Dan! I agree. My motto is just keep painting :D

Hey there! Yes, you can do that, and it will help. But most likely (unless you are painting on 300lb paper) you will still have to flatten it afterwards.

Thank you! I hope to make more videos in a few months. I really enjoy it but I'm focusing on some other things for now. Thanks for watching!

Thank you!

Great! When you watch my video about flattening, just make sure to check out the update in the description, as I now like to flatten my watercolors by ironing them!

I haven't tried that but that's how the queen of negative painting, Linda Kemp, does it. It's definitely worth exploring! I need to post an updated video, as I actually iron my watercolors flat now.

Thanks Patti! It all worked out :)