EASY Winter ❄️ Landscape in Watercolor/Christmas Card Ideas

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  • čas přidán 1. 12. 2020
  • Hey guys here is a super easy abstract Winter Watercolor tutorial for any beginner! Yes you can do this!! I show you step by step how to do the wet on wet and paint the trees! Check out my Patreon for more exclusive content and tutorial : www.patreon.com/ellencrimitre...
    #winterwatercolor #watercolorwinter #christmascardideas
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    Princeton no. 4 &8 long round"velvet touch, flat craft brush, Princeton liner brush, Princeton no. 12 Neptune brush
    arches 100% cotton cold press paper 6 x 9"
    white gouache
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Komentáře • 470

  • @IntheMemoryofPaulineRussell
    @IntheMemoryofPaulineRussell Před 5 měsíci

    First painting I've done in 14 months since before my Mother Passed away last Feb. Very Good to be painting again this was so wonderful. Loved your tutorial. Thank you.

  • @ewwwobbie
    @ewwwobbie Před 2 lety +42

    I am teaching watercolor to a small group of developmentally disabled adults and I am going to get them to try this. It’s amazing how well they do! I will try and show you some of their work sometime. They love your videos as much as I do!

  • @user-mq8fy4th7m
    @user-mq8fy4th7m Před 5 měsíci +1

    I am an almost 86 yo; love your abstracts, the ore abstract the better. Thank you

    • @peterplantec7911
      @peterplantec7911 Před 4 měsíci

      Hello usermq8fy… , I 82 and find watercolor a nice expressive medium. Octogenarians rule.

  • @iwantmy10dollars
    @iwantmy10dollars Před 3 lety +119

    I painted this and it turned out really pretty. I'm a beginner and its one of the nicest paintings I've done i hung it on the wall.

  • @eileensmith9199
    @eileensmith9199 Před 2 lety +17

    I love your style. You’re not making me feel bad for using inferior materials by preaching and your paintings are beautiful.

  • @user-bc2ke9km2r
    @user-bc2ke9km2r Před 8 měsíci

    So enjoyed watching this. I found the new Bob Ross! Can’t wait to try it.

  • @ritabattaglini8623
    @ritabattaglini8623 Před 2 lety +1

    Christmas trees are wonderfull.

  • @freshasgucci
    @freshasgucci Před 2 lety +1

    You’re amazing I did it! You’re the best!!!!! 🙏🏼

  • @cecilialofgren1396
    @cecilialofgren1396 Před 3 lety +29

    I’m learning SO much! Thank you! I’m very ill from osteoporosis and some days I can hardly move from my aching back...then I paint! Tomorrow I will try this! Maybe it will be ok and I can give it to my little brother who has helped me a lot lately, when I’ve been extra much in pain.

    • @silvercharm9507
      @silvercharm9507 Před rokem +3

      Saying a prayer for you. 💜

    • @SleepyCatCottage
      @SleepyCatCottage Před rokem +4

      Being creative is such a wonderful way to manage and cope with life's challenges and difficulties...physical and mental. Time flies and pain is lessened. CZcams is wonderful for learning about art and the tutorials are fabulous. I put on some music or listen to an audio book and the world becomes a better place.
      My new project for the next year is to work with the exercises in Lorna Scobie's books all beginning with the title"365 Days of" ...Drawing, Creativity, Art in Nature, etc. they are actual work books with tons of stimulating ideas and exercises. Some times i am just not stimulated and don't know what to do in my "creativity center" so i have a feeling these will be fun and give me a kick start. Plus there is always something new to learn.
      My best wishes to you. Make art part of every day.

    • @jeanettecook1088
      @jeanettecook1088 Před rokem +2

      Sorry to hear about your osteoporosis... I'm 67, and fairly healthy, but I have times when my stress won't be relieved by anything but painting. I paint and forget everything else! People like Ellen help guide us on the journey... she has taught me so much! 💗

    • @ErinEnoArt
      @ErinEnoArt Před rokem +2

      I’m so sorry to hear about your condition. I too suffer from extreme back pain, have compression fractures and severe osteoporosis. I started watercolour painting as well as a way to distract my mind. I even started a CZcams channel but, sadly, due to multiple setbacks, have not even been able to sit and paint for over 2 months. I hope your pain allows you to continue to paint and that you can enjoy your artistic journey ❤️

  • @deborahgoodwin3426
    @deborahgoodwin3426 Před rokem +1

    Lol.....Welllll.....I have to say Ellen, I gave it my best shot. And yes! It came out beautiful!! But, mine looks a bit like a major Nor'easter has arrived! Yes, just as you said, you certainly can get a tad carried away with splattering the guache! Happy Holidays!! 👩‍🦳🖌️🎄

  • @ToniM10
    @ToniM10 Před 2 lety +1

    Wiggle....Wiggle..Wiggle!!... WE'RE PLAYIN HERE PPL!!!...
    🤣😎❤👍

  • @lucinamorpurgo8506
    @lucinamorpurgo8506 Před 2 lety

    You’re a true artist!!!! Your work is fantastic! I don’t paint but I watched this whole video and marveled at how well you work. It’s like magic. And you’re so relaxing to watch. I saw some videos of a Polish girl that was painting but I couldn’t stand the way she just kept babbling on as if she liked to hear her own voice. Not like you do. The things you said and the way you expressed yourself were perfect. Calm and relaxing. And fun. In the other videos of that Polish girl, she kept on saying she loved everything she was doing! Every stroke!!! It was very bothersome. I appreciated your character so much more and your way of approving your work as you go along, in an intelligent way. Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent. (P.S. I have nothing against Polish people!!!)

  • @maryserfass3230
    @maryserfass3230 Před 3 lety +32

    Your the bomb when it comes to watercolor tutorials..no one else comes close ..I always feel like an artist when I follow along

    • @ellencrimitrent
      @ellencrimitrent  Před 3 lety

      thank you!

    • @alisonjeffrey979
      @alisonjeffrey979 Před rokem

      I absolutely love your tutorials! I'm new to trying out water colours and am amazed at the results I'm getting from following your lessons. You make it so fun and really explain everything well. Thank you so much xx

  • @wendiebs
    @wendiebs Před rokem +4

    THIS is the very first LOOSE painting I've ever done that I actually liked my results! Thank you so much!

  • @lisabaumeister9943
    @lisabaumeister9943 Před 3 lety +68

    I love your playfulness, encouragement, and compassionate words through this pandemic. Your videos have been truly therapeutic!
    🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @ellencrimitrent
      @ellencrimitrent  Před 3 lety +3

      I'm so glad!

    • @tatianalima3876
      @tatianalima3876 Před 3 lety +2

      @@ellencrimitrent Your painting are beautiful, thank you for sharing. And I agree with Lisa, during this difficult times all we need is kindness

  • @janiceharrison1316
    @janiceharrison1316 Před rokem

    Just found this Ellen, it's getting near that time of year again to start thinking about holiday cards... cheers!

  • @Minbari209
    @Minbari209 Před 3 lety +10

    Hi Ellen, just wanted to say thank you for giving me the inspiration to pick up my paintbrushes again. I lost my way due to illness and then the intensive care and worry for my elderly dog as she came to the end of her life. I didn't think I would ever feel creative again but thanks to your tutorials I have now painted 10 Christmas cards and am looking forward to giving this a go. Stay safe..

    • @mgmccartney8513
      @mgmccartney8513 Před 3 lety

      Sorry for the loss of your dog .

    • @Minbari209
      @Minbari209 Před 3 lety

      @@mgmccartney8513 thank you for your kindness

    • @sayusayme7729
      @sayusayme7729 Před 2 lety

      So sorry, mine is getting close too. Feeling as you my dear, it’s awesome. You inspire me too.

    • @Minbari209
      @Minbari209 Před 2 lety

      @@sayusayme7729 thank you. It's a heartbreaking time and I feel for you. Take care of yourself .

  • @dennywicker
    @dennywicker Před 2 lety +1

    Your AMAZING Ellen WOW hank you

  • @lyndaculp5060
    @lyndaculp5060 Před 3 lety +1

    I love the snowflakes.....dropping it in on damp paper!! Fantastic!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @bettemc
    @bettemc Před 2 lety

    Thanks so much. I love your approach and attitude. You are very gifted and generous.

  • @lindasplaylist100
    @lindasplaylist100 Před rokem

    Love watching you paint.

  • @viewfromthetop176
    @viewfromthetop176 Před 6 měsíci

    Enjoyed this beautiful, simple and superb tutorial! I am looking forward to trying it out! Thanks so much!

  • @user-mi8kb6zh6m
    @user-mi8kb6zh6m Před 7 měsíci +1

    I just started two of these, and they are drying, just finished the snow in the air..what a fantastic background idea!! Brilliant, thanks so very much Ellen!
    Looking forward to doing the foreground shortly!

  • @lefthandstory1280
    @lefthandstory1280 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful friend 😃hai great sharing✌️☺️

  • @marycope2278
    @marycope2278 Před 3 lety +5

    THe bird is the icing on the cake. Beautiful. Definitely one for me to try.

  • @rajpereira7280
    @rajpereira7280 Před 2 lety +3

    Lovely beautiful.

  • @guillerminaayrolo2929
    @guillerminaayrolo2929 Před 2 lety

    you are a fabulous teacher! Thank you!

  • @janicecosenza1812
    @janicecosenza1812 Před 2 lety +1

    You’re amazing. Love this. ❤️. Xo (so happy I found you Ellen)

  • @elmariejansevanrensburg2952

    I love your work. how you talk. It makes me believe I CAN! thank you🌹

  • @annikahedekman8160
    @annikahedekman8160 Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you, so much fun. I love your style of teaching

  • @jpallen719
    @jpallen719 Před 2 lety +1

    I really really like your work…. Learning a lot….

  • @mlauren564
    @mlauren564 Před 3 lety +6

    This is fantastic! I've done this scene on cards with variations and my friends love them. I usually go nuts with cards for the holidays... Thanks so much, I love how you are so encouraging. Would never tried this on my own.

  • @dawnanderson2422
    @dawnanderson2422 Před 2 lety

    I just did followed this tutorial and it turned out nicely! Thank you! SUBSCRIBED!

  • @ToniM10
    @ToniM10 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow... Reminds Me of the Northern Lights!!!.... Can u make a Tutorial on them!???
    😎❤👍

  • @bettyrogers9090
    @bettyrogers9090 Před 2 lety +3

    I love the red against the winter scene. You always help me feel I can do it.

  • @SilverSeaOT7
    @SilverSeaOT7 Před 3 lety +7

    At first glance I thought there would be no way I could do this, but after watching it I really think I can! Looks like so much fun.

  • @ishwaryafromgallerymalory8076

    Aww, the way you explain your process is so fun . 💖

  • @genevieveafonso8124
    @genevieveafonso8124 Před 3 lety +3

    Haven’t painted with my watercolours for a while so I followed along to this and it turned out great! I liked that it was in real time too 😁

  • @angelakilroy689
    @angelakilroy689 Před 2 lety +1

    Love love love it..Thanks heaps!! I love the misty effect!!

  • @nanomeow
    @nanomeow Před 3 lety +2

    Literally painted upside down and created a masterpiece. Thanks for the tutorial!

  • @kassieniagara9141
    @kassieniagara9141 Před rokem +1

    I loved this so much! I lost my dad 10 years ago on 11/18/2012 and my brother just a year ago on 11/11/2021. I put a cardinal in each tree to represent both of them.

  • @Dibdib35
    @Dibdib35 Před 9 měsíci

    I absolutely loved this and can’t wait to make my version which won’t look anything like this 😂

  • @juliehahn7242
    @juliehahn7242 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks Ellen, that was so much fun! Just to let go and see where the paint goes. Thank you for the tip on painting the cardinal.

  • @ljsquare1
    @ljsquare1 Před 7 měsíci

    Your technique is amazing. Thank you for sharing. 💕

  • @sabinelloyd8532
    @sabinelloyd8532 Před rokem

    I have just bought watercolours and even with the wrong paper this was fun and easy to do.

  • @sharmilachakraverty6439
    @sharmilachakraverty6439 Před 3 lety +1

    This is really a masterpiece. You say easy? I'm going to give it a shot. The magic is probably the expensive Arches paper other than your mastery!!😊!! I have Canson and I'll try it on that. Thanks so much to make it fun.

  • @lyndaculp5060
    @lyndaculp5060 Před 3 lety

    I like watching you play! 😊

  • @leticiasanmiguel3649
    @leticiasanmiguel3649 Před 2 lety +3

    Love your work Ellen! I've been painting for years (self-taught), and have really been wanting to learn watercolor. Your tutorials are wonderful and very helpful. I'm less afraid to try now, and have done one of your mini landscapes which turned out pretty good. Thank you!

  • @heianwoman
    @heianwoman Před 3 lety +12

    One of the loveliest. Can’t wait to try.

  • @pamketron
    @pamketron Před 3 lety +2

    Really pretty scene Ellen. Love all the shades of green. Gives it so much depth. ❤️🎄❄️🎄❤️

  • @vespa4jen
    @vespa4jen Před 3 lety

    You are right, Ellen! Super easy and your instruction makes it so. My painting exceeded my expectations😄

  • @basenkaua
    @basenkaua Před 3 lety +5

    Dear Ellen, I seldom paint after watching a tutorial, but I've tied to follow this one and am really pleased with my result. Thank you so much for such a simple to follow yet really sweet turorial.

  • @SusanLS08
    @SusanLS08 Před 3 lety

    Knocked it out of the park this time. The techniques you used this time were great. I never would have thought about doing that technique on the pine. I absolutely loved it. Thank you, thank you, thank you. ❤️

  • @darnelleechols8556
    @darnelleechols8556 Před 3 lety +13

    So very beautiful! 😍
    This looks very advanced, Ellen.
    I love it!
    Magical!

  • @gennyhunt4167
    @gennyhunt4167 Před 3 lety +5

    This is the prettiest holiday card tutorial I've seen! Thank you!

  • @elizabethueltschy8924
    @elizabethueltschy8924 Před 2 lety +1

    I painted this and made them into cards. They turned out gorgeous! Thank you!

  • @elizabethunruh4377
    @elizabethunruh4377 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you Ellen for this tutorial! I love how this turned out!

  • @mariselaorta1981
    @mariselaorta1981 Před 2 lety +1

    I amazed by the use of Scotch tape! I've been using masking tape and the watercolor seeps through a lot. Can't wait to try this tutorial.

  • @amyvw5612
    @amyvw5612 Před 2 lety +3

    This was auch a famtastic tutorial! I've NEVER tried watercolors before, and my picture turned out amazing! Your commentary helped so much. Thank you!😀

  • @JustMe-pl4ej
    @JustMe-pl4ej Před 2 lety

    I love this. I also got a good laugh at the “ tap tap taps” to sprinkle snow…it reminds me of a scene on The Parent Trap when the twin girls showed their potential step-mom, how to tap two sticks together to keep the mountain lions at bay!!!

  • @psoik
    @psoik Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you....I used part of this painting to make a bookmark for a friend....thanks for teaching in a way that makes the joy of painting possible for us beginners.

  • @carolyndaughton3373
    @carolyndaughton3373 Před 3 lety +1

    Ellen, this is such a beautiful card and I'm so excited to try this out today. It has that classic vintage look which I love! Thank you.

  • @dfrenchorn
    @dfrenchorn Před 3 lety

    My family sent me a watercolour set for christmas, so I painted this on rough watercolour paper to send to them as a christmas card to thank them!!! Very proud of myself it was easy and still challenging enough to be fun! As well as beautiful!!!

  • @vickigower8125
    @vickigower8125 Před 3 lety +2

    I love this. I have tried it twice now and though my results are not horrible, they don't compare with the beauty you captured in yours. I have rewatched your video now and I see where part of my downfall was, so hopefully the third time will be the charm. Thank you for sharing your gift with us!

  • @jennifer4426
    @jennifer4426 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for this! I always feel a little stressed in the middle of it, but I was pretty happy with the result! It was so easy I could do it while my kids were all crowded around or roller blading and tossing footballs! I'm hoping to work through many of your tutorials this winter!

  • @karenshepard2184
    @karenshepard2184 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for this tutorial! I am a beginner and this turned out really nice! I’ll be making more of these for holiday cards.

  • @lauravangroenendael4511
    @lauravangroenendael4511 Před rokem +1

    I am really really enjoying these tutorials and painting with you. Am so happy I found this!! Thank you Ellen!!!😊

  • @ellenschmidt3005
    @ellenschmidt3005 Před 3 lety +2

    I love this painting and am ready to give it a try! Like you said, just have fun with it and that's what I plan to do! Thanks Ellen

  • @SilverSeaOT7
    @SilverSeaOT7 Před rokem +1

    Came back (2022) to say that I did make a couple of these last year. Coming back because I want to make more this year. They turned out so well! I impressed myself. Haha-And I’m my worst critic. Probably the prettiest Christmas cards I’ve made. (Thanks for your great instructions.)

  • @judigibbs
    @judigibbs Před 2 lety

    Another lovely card to make for VERY special people. Thanks Ellen!

  • @chatita9527
    @chatita9527 Před 2 lety

    How beautiful, I will try this! Thank you and kind regards from Berlin Germany 😁👍🤗🇩🇪

  • @hudsonhighlands8610
    @hudsonhighlands8610 Před 3 lety +1

    Fantastic tutorial! Loving your great energy of having fun and encouraging everyone. Thank you so much! 😃

  • @candacecarson9568
    @candacecarson9568 Před rokem

    So glad I found your videos. I’ve painted acrylic for a years but lately I have been playing around with watercolor and I needed some direction, you’re tutorials are easy to follow and the tips are perfect! So thank you!

  • @jaclee6
    @jaclee6 Před rokem

    looks like a fun little project.

  • @lauramarrow7411
    @lauramarrow7411 Před 3 lety +2

    Ellen, this just beautiful. Winter is cold but oh so lovely!!

  • @roseandtraincottage
    @roseandtraincottage Před rokem

    Thank you for the lovely tutorial!

  • @kimsmart263
    @kimsmart263 Před 3 lety +1

    This is magical!!! Love the colors you used! I’m going to give it a try. Thanks so much for doing these tutorials 🥰

  • @mushiArt
    @mushiArt Před 2 lety

    Tried this and it came out SO BEAUTIFULLY! Thank you, Ellen!

  • @lisafoss1555
    @lisafoss1555 Před rokem +1

    Ellen I love your personality. You make it look so easy. I love your paintings! Thank you!

  • @afsanehzonnour4435
    @afsanehzonnour4435 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much,I really use your videos,i have been working watercolor for more than 10 years and i find your videos really useful👌👌👌

  • @anousjka5295
    @anousjka5295 Před 3 lety

    Just wanted to say thank you SO much - I looked at this and thought it would not come out very well as looked quite complex but not only did I manage it, when I saw it started to look right I had so much fun! Thank you for bringing such (Christmas!) joy. xxx

  • @nicolemarie6273
    @nicolemarie6273 Před 3 lety +1

    I painted this today and I learned a few things. I kept needing to add water to get the paint to keep running to the edge. I learned that I needed way more paint than I usually use! It took me beyond a 'hesitant' threshold, which was great. I wanted to use it for my Christmas card this year, but I will try another one before I decide. I kept backing away to get a different perspective and see if it was good enough and when I realized I was in the living room and my painting was in the dining room I started laughing. Try try again! I love the blues and greens of this! Thank you, Ellen. :)

  • @kamp2523
    @kamp2523 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you, for your encouraging words ! You hypnotize me with your positive words like, it's very easy especially for beginners. this gives me hope.

  • @V10lette579
    @V10lette579 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful!! I’m just trying my hand at water colors and I’m going to give this a try. Thank you ♥️

  • @bxtterflies2732
    @bxtterflies2732 Před 3 lety +1

    I painted this...And Wow it ended up being beautiful! Please make more video's like this!!

  • @nildavalencia5524
    @nildavalencia5524 Před 3 lety +1

    it is the best and loveliest Christmas card painting. I will do this for sure. Thank you for making it easy, we can do it!

  • @MrSashok99
    @MrSashok99 Před 3 lety

    Incredible! I enjoyed painting it so much! Thank you for your passion and your attitude

  • @2626michelle
    @2626michelle Před 3 lety +6

    please don't stop posting these amazing videos!!

  • @weddingofalexanderharrison3232

    thank you for amazing lessons!

  • @bethg7g
    @bethg7g Před 3 lety +1

    Love this - a beautiful scene!

  • @pamlong5914
    @pamlong5914 Před 3 lety +2

    Magical pic, Ellen! Love snowy pics...

  • @marybell4533
    @marybell4533 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much Ellen! This was so much fun to paint. Very easy and it turned out beautiful for a beginner like me.

  • @MarilynParker5865
    @MarilynParker5865 Před 2 lety

    Love your videos...I still call myself a beginner and since it has been a bad health year...I have painted many of your tutorials as bookmarks to enclose in cards..thank you...the way you wield that brush gives me confidence..wonderful!!

  • @ridiculousgraceexpeditions4896

    So glad that I just found your channel! Last year I tried to teach myself watercolor but I felt I didn't really get it, and I so intimidated that I lied it down. I find your style and your instruction so helpful and it makes me want to try watercolor again! Thank you!

  • @schnukele
    @schnukele Před 2 lety +1

    I love this effect! Well done, Ellen! It looks like so much fun that I'm actually going to give it a try. Thank-you!

  • @michellegray4737
    @michellegray4737 Před 2 lety +2

    I painted several of these for Christmas card 2020 and they came out amazing!! And my first watercolor ever.

  • @corinnegronnel6927
    @corinnegronnel6927 Před 2 lety

    Ellen! You make this so approachable! I am definitely going to try this, it's BEAUTIFUL!!!

  • @franceschavenello7565
    @franceschavenello7565 Před 2 lety

    Love this painting tutorial

  • @mariiakaplun444
    @mariiakaplun444 Před 3 lety

    So great! Reminds me fairytale “12 Months”, where poor little girl goes for snowdrops for the Princess. And there in the forest she meets 12 brothers Months. For her kind heart they helps her. And Miracles happens to her....
    Thanks for video. Its really simple. Draw for my family...

  • @citizenoftheworldsz9
    @citizenoftheworldsz9 Před 2 lety

    love your videos, you show that you don't need to know 100% what you are going for and that it's ok to make mistakes and twick it on the go, thank you so much!!