Ghibli's "Spirited Away" Watercolor Fanart painting process

"Spirited Away" by Studio Ghibli has turned 20 this year! And it's still one of my most favourite animated movies ever. It has everything: the story, the world, breathtaking backgrounds and the most amazing characters that'll blow your mind. I think this movie is one of the things that influenced the way I build my own composition and load them with bizarre detail as that keeps the brain moist (he he).
Here is my tribute to the cause - a fanart piece that is a fruit of passion and admiration.
I used layers and layers of Kuretake watercolor as well as Daler Rowney paints, some posca and some masking fluid as well as shimmery paints to highlight particular areas.
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Lovely music by Ketsa.uk ("Strung Low", "Playing with Shadows").

[@bellama8759]

i will never understand how Marijas watercolor outlines don't smudge when adding the following layers. When I do it, it's always a mess! Lovely video though and I freaking love the art work!!

[@VixxiaTwylin]

I'm not sure if she uses it, but I use a workable watercolor fixative to protect any under layers that I don't want changed

[@kallsag]

it depends on the paper too, it usually won't smudged on 100% cotton paper

[@atomicacid7849]

Just love her dark painterly aesthetic in all of her pieces.

[@roof6592]

This is how I want my art to look like

I always enjoy watching your art process, Marija. Makes me want to start posting my own art too. Please, keep doing more! ❤️

[@MarijaTiurina]

That's awesome! You totally should.

[@wenvideotime]

Are we all wondering how is it that her outlines never seem to star dripping with the next layer of watercolor? Is she a magical creature? Is she a watercolor whisperer? Both? Love your work! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@sofiapadilla5930]

You are literally my favorite artist, I swear ✨✨

[@samanghazvini9191]

Your process videos soothe my soul! Thank you for posting

[@aimenmanzoor2184]

Can't wrap my head around how AMAZING YOU ARE!

[@artbysumaikah7801]

The outlining process is so satisfying to watch as you have such a steady hand

[@LELOLIVROS]

PERFECT!!! SUCCESS!!!!

[@bwk9d0lcwk]

such an underrated artist words can't describe your perfection

[@RandomDudeSings]

Wow this is the most amazing painting from spirited away Ive seen!

[@meenextart8862]

Omg pleasure to my eyes watching this dreamy painting 😊😍🤩god bless you

[@Sasad99art]

Wow... i could never.... the patience you have is incredible and the detail is beautiful

[@Kira-ex8ev]

I think your have the best drawing style I've ever seen, its just so detailed, unique, and well put together. Keep it up!!👍

[@captainspongeboy]

This was incredible. Thank you.

[@lucioleenchaussettes]

It's beautiful. I can't get enouth of your style

[@issmodissmo1485]

Wow. Looks wonderful

[@treebred]

Beautiful, as it's always the case with your artwork! Loved the composition and all the details!

[@waymire01]

That is outstanding.

[@taehyungkim4267]

This is beautiful !!! My heart dropped when you dropped your paint brush but it was so stunning at the end

[@Jovkata]

Incredible work! Mind = blown.

[@artphotography9158]

Wow! Sooooooo incredible! Thank you for sharing! I loooove this

[@graceputian6213]

WOW

[@naya3253]

Wow.. the colors.. the details.. this is such a beautiful piece 😍

[@wildcardwanderer]

I love the whole scene! It's so nostalgic of the fantastic movie. I'm very much inspired by your channel latey, I wanna revive my yt soon! ❤️

[@marissamix5192]

Beautiful process video! 😍

[@art.lugubrious4208]

ooooh this is so dreamy i love this piece

[@carnation6827]

So cool! It came out really good. This is my favorite anime movie.

[@hannahgrey7251]

Amazing x

[@blindwhale5406]

That was so good. Ruined my day

[@smh_18]

Woww,never seen something like this before ❤️😀 its beautiful! You are so good n talented 🤗

[@carlosramos1086]

Wow, I love your work, Marija. Greetings from Mexico.

[@bewilderedthings]

Amazing work!

[@miel2089]

Very detailed huhu

[@minarl1490]

¡Adoro tu trabajo! Gracias, tu arte siempre inspira. ❤

[@IsaRestart04]

I never comment on youtube videos but this is AMAZING!!

[@kellycristal]

Maravilloso 👏 👏 👏

[@_lenaz]

In love💗

[@paulajulianamerciales5357]

I always reactivate the pigments i use for my outline huhu. Anyways, you're awesome! I discovered you through pinterest and has been a fan ever since. I always look forward to your posts and videos 🥰

[@adrian123456781000]

this looks amazing!

[@pauloperbone]

I love it!

[@aminasiddique4021]

Ваши работы шикарные 💘 я такой ярый поклонник, что накануне мне приснился сон в цветовой гамме ваших работ 😂

[@sashas3332]

I'm so happy I found you today, this is amazing

[@BJBlikre]

Good job!

[@villarrealavila6468]

Simplemente hermoso

[@luanaladycosta2824]

Que lindo! Parabéns, estou apaixonada. Você é muito talentosa.

[@manonguinchard5829]

This is really beautiful 😍

[@jjunlzz]

This is amazingg love it

[@jelaearllucila1369]

This is so good omg♡😭😭😭 i love thissssssssss♡😭😭😭

[@brunodruelle]

J’adore votre travail et la façon dont vous le mettez en valeur :)

[@almila1368]

Do you plan your colors? I'm absolutely in love with your work!

[@anastasial4531]

how your watercolour red lines aren't smearing when you put the next layer on?

[@danyzamor7306]

She explains it here: czcams.com/video/GMzxTxvdl1k/video.html

[@krantig9132]

You are so good any plans to post watercolor tutorials

[@kk-10004]

What watercolor products do you use?

[@TheMonkeyComa]

Wow! I luv how you doin your videos; how much it take it to finish this piece‽

[@loumosart3955]

Beautiful! The red watercolor lineart doesn't smudge when you go over it with other watercolors?

[@carriegoldsworthy5158]

I was wondering the same thing

[@danyzamor7306]

She explains it here: czcams.com/video/GMzxTxvdl1k/video.html

[@miharbi1414]

[@mar-tg6hc]

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