Using Chinese Brush Techniques with Watercolors - Iris

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Follow along as I demonstrate how to paint an iris in watercolor using Chinese Brush painting techniques. If you try this be sure to tag it on Instagram with #tutorialswithkelli​ so I can see it and like it.
SUPPLIES:
Paper: 140 lb. cold-pressed watercolor paper
Paints: Your favorite purple, blue, yellow, and green watercolors
Brushes: no. 10 and no. 1 rounds
Miscellaneous supplies: Container of water and paper towels
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[@patriciademarchais8992]

Very pretty! Very instructive and inspiring 😊

[@KelliMcNicholsArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@willettejackson979]

Pure enjoyment 😉

[@KelliMcNicholsArt]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lisanealy1456]

Hi Kelli, I just found your channel, thanks to Empty Easel. I painted the Bird in Bamboo yesterday, and it's my favorite thing I've done in months! I didn't have the Chinese brush supplies so I just did it watercolor on watercolor paper. Thank you so much! So glad I found your channel. Love your simple but beautiful and calming style :)

[@KelliMcNicholsArt]

Thank you for your very kind words. I am so happy you enjoyed painting the bird and bamboo! I often use the techniques of Chinese Brush in my regular watercolor paintings. It's a fun way to mix things up. I'll be sharing more videos on this theme soon. Best, Kelli

[@adrianaperez2805]

Gorgeous artwork!! ❤️❤️❤️
i always found watercolors to be intimidating, since it’s not such a forgiving medium for mistakes, so I mostly stuck to acrylics in art class. But I’ve been learning to embrace mistakes and just have fun while painting, so it might be time to give watercolors another chance :^) your work is very inspiring!! 💕💕💕

[@KelliMcNicholsArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@margiebowser1397]

I just found your paintings and you are wonderful.

[@mariaelenacruzflores5920]

Me encanta tu tecnica y trabajo, muchos saludos desde Mexico. Felicidades

[@adyashadash4743]

Are these Chinese brushes or the regular ones?
This was wonderful! I am going to give it a try :)

[@KelliMcNicholsArt]

These are regular watercolor brushes. Thanks for watching!