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Aquila Watercolor
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Registrace 12. 11. 2011
Watercolor tutorials, time-lapse art videos, and custom portraits
Learn watercolor, get a portrait, and find out more: www.studioaquila.com/
Learn watercolor, get a portrait, and find out more: www.studioaquila.com/
3 steps to fast & easy watercolor pet portraits // dog ears
I'm walking you through how to paint dog ears in watercolor with two easy paint-alongs using my super simple 3-step process and the principle of contrast.
Learn how to paint ears like this and it will quickly become your favorite pet portrait feature to paint too!
🎨 CONTENTS 🎨
00:00 Ears are the EASIEST feature to paint
00:31 Supplies I use
00:46 The 3-step process
00:57 First paint-along: tall ears with short hair
02:15 Technique: scraping
03:15 Principle: contrast
03:46 Second paint-along: flop at the top ears with short hair
👉 Get the supply list:
www.paint333.com
🎨 Supplies (my favorite brands in parenthesis):
Your reference image, drawn/traced onto your paper
Watercolor paper or your favorite painting surface (Fabriano 300lb Rough)
Paint (American Journey by Cheap Joe's)
1/2 Inch grainer brush
1/2, 3/4, or 1 Inch/Size 20 flat/shader brush
Size 6 round Silver Black Velvet brush
Palette knife or other scraping tool
👉 I'm Jess - I show artists (that's you!) how to harness the 333 method by teaching you the process, principles and properties of watercolor so you can experience the joy of watercolor with your first painting, without wasting precious time and supplies.
My favorite thing to paint are dogs, they are so expressive. I'm so proud to have won three ribbons (so far!) from the Minnesota State Fair and even more proud to share everything I've learned about watercolor with artists like you. Let's paint!
Learn how to paint ears like this and it will quickly become your favorite pet portrait feature to paint too!
🎨 CONTENTS 🎨
00:00 Ears are the EASIEST feature to paint
00:31 Supplies I use
00:46 The 3-step process
00:57 First paint-along: tall ears with short hair
02:15 Technique: scraping
03:15 Principle: contrast
03:46 Second paint-along: flop at the top ears with short hair
👉 Get the supply list:
www.paint333.com
🎨 Supplies (my favorite brands in parenthesis):
Your reference image, drawn/traced onto your paper
Watercolor paper or your favorite painting surface (Fabriano 300lb Rough)
Paint (American Journey by Cheap Joe's)
1/2 Inch grainer brush
1/2, 3/4, or 1 Inch/Size 20 flat/shader brush
Size 6 round Silver Black Velvet brush
Palette knife or other scraping tool
👉 I'm Jess - I show artists (that's you!) how to harness the 333 method by teaching you the process, principles and properties of watercolor so you can experience the joy of watercolor with your first painting, without wasting precious time and supplies.
My favorite thing to paint are dogs, they are so expressive. I'm so proud to have won three ribbons (so far!) from the Minnesota State Fair and even more proud to share everything I've learned about watercolor with artists like you. Let's paint!
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And that is watercolor, not gouache, right?? I have a really hard time waiting for mine to dry & it always shows, haha.
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!!
Da Vinci Eye has been a lifesavor for me. It's a great app that has all the functions I need without purchasing anything. I can't say that I've tried it on a larger canvas, but I know it does have features that allow the image to hold its position even when you have to move or readjust.
Hello from Leo the pug’s mom! 💜
Eee!! Hello hello!!
RABBIT - your daughters friend, MAE
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Wow ❤
Thank you!
Wonderful. I love that you work big. So many YT watercolorists work so tiny. What a great change of pace. I’ve have five Bostons, best and smartest dogs ever 💙💜🖤🤎❤️
Oh wow this is so kind, thank you! Bostons are very special indeed. 😍
What about spritzing down the back of the paper and then ironing it with a hot iron?
Yes I have done this too! Although I find it doesn't hold unless I also weigh it down overnight.
What water colours did you use ? Daniel smith ?
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.
That picture is amazing !!!!!!!!
Thank you so much!!
This is obviously a newish artist. Using Gumstrip and water to stretch paper not only gives you flat paper but also means you can use old envelopes, infact any thin paper that would cockle without stretching. I have no idea why she says you make holes on your drawing board or any of the other misinformation unless nobody taught her the correct way to stretch paper or if she’s selling/ sponsors by some company that doesn’t want people stretching paper . If you stretch correctly using gumstrip there’s no residue, it doesn’t take ages because you stretch the night before and always have a fresh board and paper ready the next morning and pin holes? Why on earth would she get pin holes? You never EVERpin wet paper . It’s obvious she is a noob at that stage. Let’s see what she says 6 yr later. Hopefully isn’t being influenced by making money from companies telling her to give bad advice to beginners
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!
Hi 👋 Beautiful friend Good job 👏 Thank you for sharing friend 🎨🖌👏👋👍💕
Thank you!!
amazing work!
Thank you!
I’ve been drawing mine and this is sooooooo much easier - and so obvious - feeling silly I hadn’t thought of it !!! - it’s not cheating it’s just saving sooooooo much time - thank you !!! Ps you should do more of your shorts they’re great xxxx
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!
Great tips love your pics !
Thank you! Happy painting!
are you using translucent yupo to see your image through. as I have the regular yupo and I cannot see the image to transfer onto it. Does that make sense? help
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!
My paint is just beading, did you wet the paper or treat it first?
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.
Nice art don't stop
Thanks Angie! You too- don't stop! Painting is the best!!
how do you seal these?
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.
Beautiful
Thank you!
Lovely! I did my first ink painting on Yupo last night ...the second one didnt work well...I think I will fix the second one with my Ink tense pencils! Thank you for the idea! Your painting is beautiful!🌻
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!!
Just use watercolor paper that's already glued to the other pieces together on all 4 sides. Paint as usual. Remove after painting. Boom! No ripples.
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.
You tell us a lot about you, but not really too much about the book. While what you like of course is important, I came to this vid to learn about the construction and design of the book.
I love the colors in the ears and eyes, so unique! This is beautiful, great work! 😊
Thank you Siena!
Great demo. I do similar except use a piece of glass to lay over on-the-back wet watercolor. Pile the books on and let it set overnight. If not dry and flat, I leave again overnight. I line the outside edges of glass with blue tape as to not cut myself.
Ooo! I like this idea! Thank you for sharing!
Gorgeous
Thanks Jane! :D
will this work for canvas as well?
It might, but I'm not sure. I don't work with canvas so I'm not the best resource for that! Good luck!
I am disabled, and cannot work upright on a window like this. Let me tell you, it took TREMENDOUS courage for me to even come back to painting since my accident, and I am STILL finding workarounds for my physical limitations. But one of the things that has changed IMMENSELY since my days in school is the cost of light boards. I remember the 900 ways we had to rig something similar to them when I was an art student in the 90s, because they were so expensive to purchase. But I got a very lightweight one with multiple levels of brightness (my eyes are extremely sensitive to light because of my disability) off Amazon for like twenty bucks. It has to be plugged in, which is its only downside. But it has been a game changer for me. The window trick is awesome and amazing and FREE. I am all here for anything and everything which makes art as accessible as possible to everyone!!! This video is invaluable as it stands. I merely wanted to mention the light boards because I am finding I am doing more work now that I have an easier method for transferring. 💜
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 !
Quick question - I love the stand up brush holder you have behind you. What brand is it and do you remember where you found it?
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!
Please remember me At 400 subscribers. Dream big! Oh, and happy rocky Road day! Xd
What do you use to seal the watercolor painting on Yupo?
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!
You are so talented. Wondering why you don’t have new content and more subs. The art community can really benefit from your experience. Tfs
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
I love the book but even though I have been painting for a while, I have hard time applying the techniques. I would like to go to one of his workshops though.
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!!
I’ve been looking at the methods for varnishing watercolors and found your very clear and understandable video. Thanks so much for sharing this. Tallahassee Florida
Thank you!!
Would I be able to do this before I start painting?
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.
Wow you did such a good job fixing the stain. I LOVE your painting as well. Fellow pet portraitist here.
Woo hoo! Thank you! :D Keep on painting!!
You are an incredible artist!
Thank you Carmen!!
Ooooh, thank you for this book review. I just heard of Tom Hoffman from urban sketcher Laurie Wigham. I’m going to check my libraries. I enjoy your voice and diction.
Thank you Elsa! So glad you like this video, happy painting!!
Wow i'd love one of these of my black labrador bugsy I've entered!, so cute do you work on canvas or mounted watercolour paper?
Thanks for entering! I work on both paper (I love fabriano rolls) and Aquabord (mostly for commissions).
how do you trace images that big or do you just do it by eye! Either way looks amazing
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
That's a big ass painting!
Wow! Awesome paintings!
Thank you! :D
hi, I want to ask a question I think paper stretching is bothersome too, so I tried to suck up all of the extra water that was on my paper as son as I was done brushing, but it keeps buckling and becomes wavy... I'm out of ideas, what are your suggestions? can you help me, please?
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!
That was amazing. When you darkened the edge and moved the color in, it really bought out the eyes of the dog. Happy mistake.
Thanks Dan! I agree. My motto is just keep painting :D
what about taping it down before painting?
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.
I love the way you teach. Will you be making more CZcams’s? Another beautiful piece💕
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!
Amazing painting!!!!!!
Thank you!
Gonna try this way!
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!
That takes longer and is just as much work as stretching it in the first place. I read somewhere that you can soak a watercolor paper and just go ahead and use it without stretching it as long as you're going to use it immediately after soaking it. Have you tried this? Is it true?
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.
Actually makes the dog more 3d with the blue color background change. Bravo for the stain to have occurred!
Thanks Patti! It all worked out :)