Thanks so much, Joe. I've been working hard to get my hake brush to do what I want. It's not easy, so I've really looked for good tutorials on the subject. Your videos on hake brush skills are the best. I love how you focus on one specific skill and then illustrate it over and over.
I am a beginner I just bought a few hake brushes different sizes I have not even put one in water so your Vedic inspired me I never knew you could do so much and I love how you made your rocks thanks
Thanks Joe, I was wondering how I could get my hake to shape up. I was thinking of sanding it into shape, but your suggestions worked like a charm. You seem like you might be a Jersey Boy. I am. I'm coming back to watercolor medium after 20 years of digital painting. I find it a bit intimidating, especially when I look at my old watercolors. The thing about the digital painting (Rebbele 7) is that you can back up and redo...no such thing with actual media. That plus, I'm in my early 80's...but I'm "do'n good" as we used to say in Jersey.
a old sign writers tip for keeping chiselled edge brushes in good condition is when you have cleaned your brush and its still wet shape the brush and then wrap paper round it and leave it till the brush is dry, thanks for the video
Wonderful tutorial! The best explanation of how to use the hake I've seen thus far. I love that you provide such clear, information while you're painting. Beautiful painting too. Thank you Joe
‘Hey Joe, where you going with that HAKE in your hand ‘. I want that on a T-shirt with Joe Menza, Artist, Fast & Loose on the back please. Such a wonderful on the ball 🎱 tutorial for us all.
Good to see you are still at it. I always look for you as I'm enjoying so many other watercolor painters on CZcams. The Hake is an intimidating brush to use. The way you talk to viewers as you work is very motivating. You're doing a great job. Larry/Houston
Hello Joe I have only just found you...new to The Hake Brush and doing a bit of online sleuthing. I am in total awe of your style thanks so much for posting this tutorial. Can't wait to have a try.
Thank you so much for all your information. It has helped this 50 years of watercolor painting I have done. I was really watching you do the rocks this time. every time I have done rocks the paint is pretty wet. I noticed you did it with dry paint, and btw you are really good at the rocks. What do you think is the best for doing them, in terms of wet and dry, damp paint.
Glad it helped! The best way is when the paint is about half dry, dark and rich. Also the paper makes a big difference. Paper with more grain or tooth is better.
You are an excellent teacher. I have been using the Ron Ranson brushes but have been struggling with them. This video was very informative. What kind of WC paper do you normally use?
Hi Joe! This very doubt got me to the video. I managed to get my hands on Silver Atelier Hake and was wondering whether it was a bad brush because it would look bushy. Also their smallest brush is 30mm. Is that a good enough substitute for 1"? I paint on A4 and my first experience? This is one tall / big brush. :))
@@joemenzaart thanks! Hard to source that here in India. These were the most well reviewed ones on CheapJoes/ blicks I could get. (The Silver one) for a decent price.
Hi Donna. I don’t really do anything. If it’s a full sized card I cut them in half. If the plastic isn’t smooth I might uv it against some paper or something to smooth it out.
I love how you explain things in terms that I can understand. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you. When I was learning I envisioned how it would help if it was explained the way I understood it.
I am learning so much on how to use the Hake brush.
Thanks so much, Joe. I've been working hard to get my hake brush to do what I want. It's not easy, so I've really looked for good tutorials on the subject. Your videos on hake brush skills are the best. I love how you focus on one specific skill and then illustrate it over and over.
So beautifully done
Thank you for this content. Very helpful to a beginner
I am a beginner I just bought a few hake brushes different sizes I have not even put one in water so your Vedic inspired me I never knew you could do so much and I love how you made your rocks thanks
Thank you much appreciated!
You made rocks out of nothing!! My mind is blown!!!! :)
Thanks, an entire painting from nothing 😀 give it a try
Thanks Joe, I was wondering how I could get my hake to shape up. I was thinking of sanding it into shape, but your suggestions worked like a charm. You seem like you might be a Jersey Boy. I am. I'm coming back to watercolor medium after 20 years of digital painting. I find it a bit intimidating, especially when I look at my old watercolors. The thing about the digital painting (Rebbele 7) is that you can back up and redo...no such thing with actual media. That plus, I'm in my early 80's...but I'm "do'n good" as we used to say in Jersey.
The sky, mountains, forests, river and trees in the foreground are sure. and style is here. And those colors, that's amazing. Very nice.👌🍺
Great video... Thanks very much.
wow I am gobsmacked. Love your style.
You are a wonderful teacher! I feel as though I am taking a class with you you and I am learning so much! Thanks for your generous spirit!!!
Thank you 🙏
a old sign writers tip for keeping chiselled edge brushes in good condition is when you have cleaned your brush and its still wet shape the brush and then wrap paper round it and leave it till the brush is dry, thanks for the video
More awesome techniques and tips! Thanks Joe.
Linda Jarriel thanks for watching.
Nice and clear. Love the lesson!
Great video Joe! Invaluable information! You make it look so easy!
Wonderful tutorial! The best explanation of how to use the hake I've seen thus far. I love that you provide such clear, information while you're painting. Beautiful painting too. Thank you Joe
Fun watching that develop. Thanks!
‘Hey Joe, where you going with that HAKE in your hand ‘. I want that on a T-shirt with Joe Menza, Artist, Fast & Loose on the back please. Such a wonderful on the ball 🎱 tutorial for us all.
7000bass Ha, good idea if the Hendrix estate signs off 😀. Thanks for watching.
Beautiful painting Joe
Good to see you are still at it. I always look for you as I'm enjoying so many other watercolor painters on CZcams. The Hake is an intimidating brush to use. The way you talk to viewers as you work is very motivating. You're doing a great job. Larry/Houston
Thanks Larry!
Thanks, Joe. Nice lesson. Keep them coming. Congratulations on 500!👍
Excellently explained,in so relaxed a manner!
Thanks!
Thank you. Enjoyed it
This dude can paint ! Stunning
Joe. Can you please tell me where you got that water pot ?
eBay, look up collapsible water pot. I used to have them in my shop but I ran out.
Thank you.
Excellant tutorial thanks a l0t
Great lesson Joe. You make the best rocks. Mine come out all kinds of flat. Not enough wrist rotation or arcing. Lol.
Fantastic lesson Joe, congrats on the 500followers my friend you deserve it😁👍👍👍👍👍
8. shows how to get chiseled edge. Thanks for the tips!
Hello Joe I have only just found you...new to The Hake Brush and doing a bit of online sleuthing. I am in total awe of your style thanks so much for posting this tutorial. Can't wait to have a try.
Thanks!
Thank you so much for all your information. It has helped this 50 years of watercolor painting I have done. I was really watching you do the rocks this time. every time I have done rocks the paint is pretty wet. I noticed you did it with dry paint, and btw you are really good at the rocks. What do you think is the best for doing them, in terms of wet and dry, damp paint.
Glad it helped! The best way is when the paint is about half dry, dark and rich. Also the paper makes a big difference. Paper with more grain or tooth is better.
Cool lesson, Joe. Which paper are you using in this video?
Tania Magalhaes Fabriano studio 140 lb 11x14
You are an excellent teacher. I have been using the Ron Ranson brushes but have been struggling with them. This video was very informative.
What kind of WC paper do you normally use?
Thank you. I vary using arches, fabriano, strathmore, and now I have been using Paul rubens
@@joemenzaart Are they all 100% cotton?
@@mahroukhrafii3339 not the fabriano or strathmore.
Thanks for the great lesson. What paper and what brand of Hake brushes do you use? Edward
In this video I probably used 140 fabriano studio. The pro Arte rob ranson hake is my go to brush.
Hi Joe! This very doubt got me to the video. I managed to get my hands on Silver Atelier Hake and was wondering whether it was a bad brush because it would look bushy.
Also their smallest brush is 30mm. Is that a good enough substitute for 1"? I paint on A4 and my first experience? This is one tall / big brush. :))
I’m sure you can make it work but I prefer the RR hake
@@joemenzaart thanks! Hard to source that here in India. These were the most well reviewed ones on CheapJoes/ blicks I could get. (The Silver one) for a decent price.
Beautiful. What did you use for the rocks ? A piece of plastic card ?
A credit card. I have another video that shows this in a bit more detail.
What do you do to your card to get those size shapes for rocks ??
Hi Donna. I don’t really do anything. If it’s a full sized card I cut them in half. If the plastic isn’t smooth I might uv it against some paper or something to smooth it out.
I couldn’t see what you were using to create the textures.
My apologies. Watch some other videos and I show more of that. My goal here was to show more of the brush.
Is that 300lb paper or pre stretched 140lb?
callmedeno 140 lb. I don’t pre stretch