Watercolour Painting for Beginners

Ever wanted to paint flowers with watercolour but not sure where to start? In this video I will show you how to paint this Bearded Iris with easy to follow steps so even if you are new to painting you will be able to join in. We even provide you with a simple outline and reference photo so that you can trace down your drawing. We use a 'learn to paint as you paint' approach so you can learn as you go. In this tutorial we will cover Wet in Wet, Watercolour Glazing and Wet on Dry techniques. This is a loose style painting.

So if you're a beginner artist and you're looking to paint a beautiful bearded iris, then this tutorial is for you!

Watercolour painting is a great way to learn basic painting techniques and produce beautiful works of art. This tutorial will teach you everything you need to know to paint a beautiful bearded iris with watercolour. So don't hesitate and start painting today!

MATERIALS USED FOR THIS PAINTING (but please use what you have)

PAPER: Arches Rough Pressed 300 gsm (100% cotton) https://bit.ly/3yvSYc5archesroughpaper

Mini Palette: https://bit.ly/3uIH27hminipalette

BRUSHES

Number 2 'Snowdrop' pointed Round (Rosemary & Co) https://bit.ly/snowdropbrushes
Small Eradicator (Rosemary & Co) https://bit.ly/eradicatorsmall
Number 12 Round from Etchr (mine was from this set) https://bit.ly/etchrbrushsetroll

PAINT:
Quinacridone Burnt Umber (Daniel Smith)
Hansa Yellow Medium (Daniel Smith) https://bit.ly/hansayellowmedium
Undersea Green (Daniel Smith) https://bit.ly/39k7Amw
Ultramarine (Daniel Smith) https://bit.ly/ultramarineblue
Bright Clear Violet (Mijello) https://bit.ly/brightclearviolet
Lavender (Rembrandt) https://bit.ly/rembrandtlavender


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PATREON SITE
If you enjoy this video and would like to learn more about BOTANICAL ART, then head over to our Patreon site where you will find in-depth tutorials as well as photo editing where I show you how I prepare photos for painting (depending on your tier level). If you are serious about learning how to paint bold, botanical paintings, even if you are a beginner, then why not treat yourself to joining us there - the tutorials are more in-depth and ad-free, plus it's a really good way to support my channel. We also have weekly videos - these could be vlog type videos, doodles etc. Please note that the tiers mentioned are subject to change but are correct at the time of filming: Here is the link
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SOCIAL MEDIA
You may want to consider joining our private Facebook Group where you can post your completed paintings from these tutorials, as well as have access to the free traceable line drawings and reference photographs that I use so that you can try them for yourselves. Here is the link
http://bit.ly/wondersofwatercolour



*Disclaimer: Helen Campbell is a participant in the Rosemary & Co, Zen Art Supplies and Jacksons Art Affiliate Program (please note that all new Jacksons Art customers will receive 10% off their first order). Affiliate advertising programs are designed to provide a means for individuals to earn fees through the links above. The cost to you for these products is the same, but Helen earns a small commission.

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