HOW TO PAINT WATERCOLOR BACKGROUNDS 🎨 3 Tips + 3 Exercises

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  • čas přidán 26. 02. 2021
  • #watercolortechniques #watercolortips #watercolorbackground
    You voted for a video on watercolor backgrounds - and here it is! I will share 3 of my favorite tips for creating watercolor backgrounds and answer some of your questions, including:
    - how I choose my background colors,
    - where to use negative painting technique, and
    - what techniques to use in order to make your background more interesting.
    We will go through an exercise together - creating 3 watercolor backgrounds - from the most basic through more complex and textured, and all the way to multi-layered multi-coloured painting. Enjoy!
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Komentáře • 254

  • @AnnaBucciarelli
    @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +53

    Most of you voted for a video on watercolor backgrounds - and here it is! 💥 Thank you for voting & Enjoy! ❤

    • @jh5174
      @jh5174 Před rokem

      ANNA, THE DETAILS ARE GREAT!

  • @alicechampagne7091
    @alicechampagne7091 Před 3 lety +78

    I’ve been painting for many years, and this is the first time I’ve seen instruction on the theory behind choosing background colors. You’ve also given a detailed method of creating backgrounds, as opposed to just throwing color on the paper wet on wet. I’m no longer afraid of backgrounds!

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +10

      Wonderful! I am so happy to hear it was helpful :) Sometimes I wonder if I put too much detail / if the videos are too boring .... your feedback means a lot! Have a wonderful day and thank youo for taking the time to leave a comment.
      New video coming up this Sunday:)

    • @jjartoart7302
      @jjartoart7302 Před 2 lety +1

      Your detailed explanations and the texts are very useful for beginners like me.. It helps a lot.. Thanks a lot for your effort...

    • @skerrie1
      @skerrie1 Před rokem

      Your details are incredible and are what I really want to see and hear! Never boring!!! thank you for being such an awesome teacher and painter! ❤️

    • @scottandrebeccalaird8577
      @scottandrebeccalaird8577 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Brilliant, isn't it?

  • @marisawu3646
    @marisawu3646 Před 3 lety +5

    Watching even JUST ONE of your videos beats watching 20 videos on the same matter honestly

  • @justtubingby129
    @justtubingby129 Před 3 lety +46

    The most eloquent, generous, and helpful "how to" watercolour video. Thank you

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +4

      Thank you sooooo much!!!! My goal for this year is to get more efficient at editing so I can do more than 2-3 per month 💜

    • @justtubingby129
      @justtubingby129 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes, feed your addict !
      How lucky we are to be able to not only see the final result but the brushwork itself ! Best therapy ever. You make it look so easy. Your work looks crisp and clean because of your sureness of choice of colours. You achieve everything without the use of adding other mediums. (Okay ... I'll stop gushing now; not my style.) 😉

  • @juliearanha4373
    @juliearanha4373 Před 3 lety +14

    I've always struggled with painting backgrounds and ended up messing my paintings, however after watching this video I'm happy to give it another go. Indeed very helpful. Thank you❤️

  • @hongmaile5987
    @hongmaile5987 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, those are very helpful!

  • @MartaAbadia
    @MartaAbadia Před 3 lety +2

    So beautiful, poetic, and generously shared! Thank you very much!

  • @triciabennetts6578
    @triciabennetts6578 Před 3 lety +1

    My minds blown - thankyou for so much useful and clear information! Your work is beautiful!

  • @pmb5005
    @pmb5005 Před 3 lety +4

    Wow! This is an amazing tutorial! I learned so much. Thank you for sharing!

  • @queens_chamberssales7347

    Thank you SO MUCH for breaking down how to do watercolor background for beginners and beginner/intermediate. Everyone seems to jump straight to the most complicated things and this is really going to help me up my game as a beginner. Fabulous detailed tutorial

  • @carolinepawlak6553
    @carolinepawlak6553 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for this video. Very helpful.

  • @elaineque1
    @elaineque1 Před 3 lety +3

    Omg this was just what I needed,because I have been struggling with how to paint the background, thank you! And all your paintings are so beautiful and inspiring

  • @crisalidathomassie1811

    Love this tutorial. Thanks so much. Blessings and take care.❤❤❤

  • @gailpottinger4281
    @gailpottinger4281 Před 3 lety +5

    Thank you for the wonderfully descriptive lessons for creating backgrounds. This is an area that I constantly struggle with. I’m excited to try these techniques with my own painting. Maybe now I can finish some of the paintings that are sitting waiting for a great background.

  • @vision8776
    @vision8776 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks fr the elaborate video.very helpful and interesting. 🙏

  • @agbobier2657
    @agbobier2657 Před rokem

    WOW!!!!! I HAVE NO WORDS!!!!

  • @rottahern
    @rottahern Před 3 lety +2

    Absolutely impecable subtle and stunning paint ! Thanks 🙏🏼

  • @lindamcclure8037
    @lindamcclure8037 Před rokem

    I can only aspire. Your instruction makes me want to try. I’m not new to watercolor, but have much to learn. Thank you for helping me dream.

  • @pamgaylord2130
    @pamgaylord2130 Před 3 lety +1

    Very nicely done and informative. This makes me want to get my paints out and paint!

  • @anahata2009
    @anahata2009 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you so much. You are SO good at conveying information, as well as creating really beautiful works. I can't tell you how many times I just said "wow" while watching this, both because the painting was gorgeous, but also because you were making things so clear. These are two very different skill sets, but you have them both down so well.
    You also have a really soothing voice--I appreciate this because I can get a bit stressed about how much I have yet to learn. ;-)

  • @Lisa-xt9ne
    @Lisa-xt9ne Před rokem +1

    Love this video, I'm just starting watercolor painting and I was anxious about backgrounds but now I feel more confident, thank you.

  • @nourih9420
    @nourih9420 Před 3 lety +1

    Simply lovely!!!

  • @irmabenus7001
    @irmabenus7001 Před 3 lety +2

    Amazing work! Thank you so much for all your detailed tutorials!

  • @terrismith5649
    @terrismith5649 Před 2 lety +1

    so nice of you to share!

  • @susangustafson4287
    @susangustafson4287 Před 3 lety +3

    Wo! I just had a total “aha” moment. Can’t wait to try this! Thank you!!

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      Perfect! I am soooo happy to hear to was helpful - enjoy! :)

  • @ValerieMcNall
    @ValerieMcNall Před 3 lety +2

    Anna! Thank you so much for sharing your time and talents in such a generous and thorough way! Very grateful fan here, keep up the great work....

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety

      You are so welcome! Thank you for your support Valerie 💜

  • @artandcraftbypadmag6832
    @artandcraftbypadmag6832 Před 3 lety +1

    Such an inspiration 💕👍👍👍👍👍

  • @noreenkitko8178
    @noreenkitko8178 Před 3 lety +1

    your painting is beautiful and very informative, I learned so much , thank you, want more!

  • @reinhildvenzke6345
    @reinhildvenzke6345 Před 2 lety +1

    Ich werde es versuchen.
    Dein Video hat mich sehr begeistert.
    Sicherlich werde ich mich nun verbessern

  • @coloredcarol8074
    @coloredcarol8074 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm so happy to have found this video! I've always gushed over watercolour paintings full of vibrant colours like yours and couldn't understand how to do it. I tried a few times and it became muddy and dark, very disappointing. Thanks for the sharing, I hope one day to be at least half as confident as you with my colour usage😊

  • @jimcorbett3764
    @jimcorbett3764 Před rokem

    I like the subtlety of the background layers- it really does make the background more three dimensional, without distracting from the focus. Just one more thing I had never considered, but now I will be looking for this.

  • @melissachampagne299
    @melissachampagne299 Před 6 měsíci

    Incredible information. Thank you so much!

  • @robertoamezquita6533
    @robertoamezquita6533 Před 2 lety

    You are amazing. You have solved all my doubts in this video, almost as if I had commissioned it. Thank you for your helpful guidance!

  • @sashishah2522
    @sashishah2522 Před 3 lety +24

    Your video is amazing. You have a very pleasant "teaching" voice that encourages and teaches. And your painting.... simply beautiful ! Thank you for this valuable session.

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much for your kind words Sashi! Have a wonderful day!

  • @CharleyWang
    @CharleyWang Před 3 lety +3

    Beautiful watercolor painting, color explanation is very good, I like your preparation work, it is very effective!

  • @reneedansereau4455
    @reneedansereau4455 Před 3 lety +1

    This was great, thank you!

  • @krismua1209
    @krismua1209 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much! So many helpful tips. ☺

  • @sarajamal799
    @sarajamal799 Před 3 lety +2

    Really beautiful and inspiring love your art

  • @annelirani2117
    @annelirani2117 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent tutorial! I like that you speak in a mildly soft voice and all the attention is on the painting and colours and details. That is how it should be, the attention on the watercolour, not the teacher. Watched several more tutorials you have made and they are all superb. Thank you for the great work done.
    Best wishes from Estonia.

  • @ToadYoga
    @ToadYoga Před 3 lety +1

    Very helpful!!! Thank you! 🤩❤

  • @suriashuib3431
    @suriashuib3431 Před 3 lety +1

    tq so much for your generous knowledge

  • @nkguenther1
    @nkguenther1 Před 3 lety +1

    So helpful! You are a wonderful artist. Thank you for all the useful information and techniques!

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety

      You are so welcome! Thank you for visiting and watching:)

  • @rainbowfox1934
    @rainbowfox1934 Před 3 lety +1

    Beautifully done and explained. So much easier to describe than to do. Thank you.

  • @pch2230
    @pch2230 Před 2 lety +1

    This is fantastic. Thanks for showing us.

  • @saraholmes5100
    @saraholmes5100 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I sooooo enjoyed that video, your voice is very soothing and explanation clear….can t wait to try. Thank you. Have a lovely day

  • @johncarbis6688
    @johncarbis6688 Před 2 lety +1

    Very helpful! Thank you.

  • @ranjanachand9306
    @ranjanachand9306 Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful and nicely explained.. Thanks

  • @Pika_2007
    @Pika_2007 Před rokem

    This is very helpful! Thank you so much for this video😍

  • @lisbethjohannsen6613
    @lisbethjohannsen6613 Před 3 měsíci +1

    What an excellent tutorial! You don't just show what you do, but also explain why. Your art is amazing and so inspiring. Thank you so much ❤️

  • @rupamagdy805
    @rupamagdy805 Před 3 lety +3

    Most helpful. The demo of the three versions really helped to understand how to apply and maybe even how to choose a background based on need and level of expertise. Thank you!

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      I am so great to hear that Rupa! 💜💜💜 Have a great day! Thank you for watching:)

  • @MrSanmay
    @MrSanmay Před 4 měsíci

    Each stroke is excellent. Wonderful painting ❤❤

  • @madelinegrudens
    @madelinegrudens Před rokem

    I love all three! Another great tutorial packed with tons of useful and subtle tips!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • @suchetabandyopadhyaya6120

    Thank you so much for such detailed tutorial 😍

  • @qianyang7151
    @qianyang7151 Před rokem

    brilliant job!thanks so much~

  • @dandansapainting
    @dandansapainting Před 3 lety

    So great your works. Thanks for sharing

  • @Rainbow_42.
    @Rainbow_42. Před rokem

    I love your art. And your teaching is so appreciated, having a pro share tips is very helpful!

  • @donna5659
    @donna5659 Před 3 lety +4

    Your talent is amazing ! Thank you for sharing this very helpful video!!❤️⭐️

  • @TheBeverleyann
    @TheBeverleyann Před 3 lety +5

    Fantastic tutorial ! * Thank you so so much !

  • @Marrilyn1000
    @Marrilyn1000 Před 3 lety +1

    Thankyou so much for sharing your talent. This is a much appreciated exercise

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      It's my pleasure! Thank you for visiting and watching :)

  • @mariamaragonesjust2150
    @mariamaragonesjust2150 Před 3 lety +1

    Super interestimg tutorial,I Loved the colors you used. The contrast of the flores,thank you very much for teach it 😍

  • @kellysartthrob
    @kellysartthrob Před 3 lety +4

    You make it look effortless! It will take me several tries to get this down, but much less than if I had to figure it out on my own. Thank you! Beautiful!

  • @anaghasharma7433
    @anaghasharma7433 Před 3 lety +1

    I have been waiting for this video. Thank you so much!!!!

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      You are so welcome! I am so encouraged by everyone's response! Have a wonderful day Anagha!

  • @lisaisart
    @lisaisart Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for your generosity! Watching and listening to you is hypnotizing and now I feel like I was at a spa vacation !

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      Awww that’s the best compliment ever ❤️ I am dying for a spa vacation myself but looks like we might have another lockdown soon 😣 Watercolor is the only “therapy” option and I am so so glad you enjoyed it too! Have a wonderful weekend! 💕🌸

    • @lisaisart
      @lisaisart Před 3 lety

      @@AnnaBucciarelli I’m sorry to hear you’re entering another lockdown. Where are you located?

  • @deirdrehalstead6963
    @deirdrehalstead6963 Před 3 lety +9

    You are an amazing talent!!! Thank you for sharing these background tips, they are so helpful to a beginner. Your art work is so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. 🙏😍🎨

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much Deirdre! 💜 I am glad it was helpful :)

  • @dorothysomerville1686
    @dorothysomerville1686 Před 4 měsíci

    So pleased I found your video and will look for more. Thank you.

  • @ChrissieNicely
    @ChrissieNicely Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you so much! Your lovely tutorials are simply the best! :-)

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      You're very welcome! Thank you always for your support!! 💜💜💜💜

  • @marykhavelka8875
    @marykhavelka8875 Před 3 lety +1

    So much info to take in it's almost mind-boggling! Your painting are breathtaking!! Love
    your presentation also. Thank you for making my day :)

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much for your feedback Mary! It takes a while to make these but I am always encouraged by the response 💜 And so glad other artists find these useful! Have a wonderful day.

  • @tammysheppard5985
    @tammysheppard5985 Před 3 lety

    I love Qor watercolors‼️ They have such a vibrant pigment...

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      Oh Yes! QOR got me started in watercolor (I was used to gouache) but after trying their line I was addicted!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @45dior
    @45dior Před 11 měsíci

    I love ur work the backgrounds are amazing. Wish I could paint like you❤😊

  • @barbaramednick4974
    @barbaramednick4974 Před rokem

    Anna - thank you for this excellent tutorial! You are a phenomenal painter!

  • @donna5659
    @donna5659 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for sharing this very helpful video! Your talent is amazing!❤️😊

  • @rajbharadia3643
    @rajbharadia3643 Před 3 lety +1

    Very helpful and an excellent tutorial! Thank you!

  • @jjartoart7302
    @jjartoart7302 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow..such a wonderful and detailed tutorial.. Thanks a lot...

  • @ura-uraA
    @ura-uraA Před 2 lety +1

    Спасибо! У меня как раз проблема с рисованием фона. Очень полезно!

  • @barbaramilbradt2188
    @barbaramilbradt2188 Před 3 lety +1

    Loving these recipes!

  • @shirleybakes
    @shirleybakes Před 2 lety

    They're gorgeous!!!

  • @ss-xe4jn
    @ss-xe4jn Před 2 lety +1

    Being a beginner this had been quite challenging for me.Workshops never helped me in learning the background creation.Your video has motivated me much..thanks much .

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 2 lety

      My pleasure! Start with 1 layer of background and over time - I promise - you will get very comfortable with more complex backgrounds 💜 it just takes some time to get used to but the more you experiment the better you will get at it 😊

  • @florachan466
    @florachan466 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for your explanative video❤️ Wish to see more from you in future.

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety

      Thank you Flora! I just posted a new one and more to come ❤️

  • @PanerramikVon
    @PanerramikVon Před 3 lety +1

    thank you for the great info!

  • @margaretmorgan3693
    @margaretmorgan3693 Před 10 měsíci

    I love your paintings, but too ill at the moment to commence my hobby as i did years ago. Thank you Anna for 👍

  • @malinkampe1744
    @malinkampe1744 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for sharing! Very good tips ❤️❤️

  • @lindas.martin2806
    @lindas.martin2806 Před 2 lety +2

    Your videos are marvelous. I am a watercolor teacher and always learn, more than the techniques themselves, better ways to communicate color theory and how present tips and ideas more clearly and more geared to the level of the student. Thank you.

  • @seaborncb
    @seaborncb Před 3 lety

    Excellent instruction, I particularly like the explanations at each stage, clear and unambiguous.

  • @CENTURION.CARPATIC
    @CENTURION.CARPATIC Před 3 lety +1

    Bravo! Bravoooo!!!

  • @abhivyakta6746
    @abhivyakta6746 Před 3 lety +1

    Lovely... thank you for sharing!

  • @migdaliarodriguez3652
    @migdaliarodriguez3652 Před 2 lety +2

    Saludos la verdad es que son extraordinarios .Siempre pensé que los fondos se pintan primeroEsta clase es para verla varias veces son maravillosas

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 2 lety

      Yes :) You can paint them first or after. I prefer to paint background after so I can see how dark I need to go. Thank you!

  • @bridgettethiesen8599
    @bridgettethiesen8599 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing very helpful tutorial.

  • @gillinacook1477
    @gillinacook1477 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you very much for sharing. I’ve recently painted a peach, orange flower but was unsure how to paint the background. This has helped a lot, I’m going to give it ago.

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety

      So glad it was helpful Gillina! ❤️ warm blues and purples are a great complement to peach :) Let me know how it goes! Enjoy ❤️

  • @Muccasbronza
    @Muccasbronza Před 3 lety

    Stunning! 😯😍❤

  • @ChristinaTodd1970
    @ChristinaTodd1970 Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent!

  • @JodiSones
    @JodiSones Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for this. It was very informative.

  • @tinaart2791
    @tinaart2791 Před 3 lety +1

    Your tutorials are amazing!!😍

  • @aneesmohiuddin3918
    @aneesmohiuddin3918 Před 3 lety +2

    Tips so helpful ever grateful

  • @tonimcclure6546
    @tonimcclure6546 Před 3 lety +1

    Breathtaking. I always learn from you. Thank you so much.
    I just tired the five layer background...scary because I was done with the subject matter. It worked! I will be bolder next time!
    Again...wow...thank you!

    • @AnnaBucciarelli
      @AnnaBucciarelli  Před 3 lety +1

      Ahhh your comment made me so happy! 💜 thank you Toni! Enjoy 😊

  • @themeparksvisionart
    @themeparksvisionart Před 3 lety +2

    Amazing watercolor detail look beautiful love it keep going brilliant work 😄👍

  • @sudha_rjarts
    @sudha_rjarts Před 10 měsíci

    Your painting are amazing😊

  • @ayeshaqadeer.official8944

    very gud video vry helpful gud work

  • @richardsander3200
    @richardsander3200 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks Anna ! Very interesting !

  • @maryweir2808
    @maryweir2808 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Anna , this is very helpful thank you.

  • @roymicha1
    @roymicha1 Před 3 lety +1

    Great voice and presentation is excellent