Watercolour Supplies Explained: Paints, Brushes & Paper for Beginners

Watercolour Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide with Sonia Mocnik

Watercolour can feel intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be. In this video, artist and educator Sonia Mocnik shares her favourite materials, setup tips, and beginner-friendly techniques to help you build confidence and enjoy the playful, unpredictable beauty of watercolour.

🎨 What you’ll learn:
• How to set up and customize your palette
• Why brush choice matters (and Sonia’s favourite beginner set)
• Tips for choosing the right paper and sketchbooks
• How to use pens, pencils, and even stencils in your watercolour workflow
• Why playing with your materials is the key to progress

Whether you’re taking your first class or sketching from your kitchen table, Sonia’s guidance will help you feel more comfortable—and excited—to explore watercolour.

🙏 Special thanks to Sonia Mocnik for sharing her insight and encouragement
Special thanks to ‪@watercolourswithsoniamocnik‬
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00:00 - Why Sonia Loves Watercolour
00:14 - Meet Sonia Mocnik
00:34 - Why Watercolour is So Beginner-Friendly
02:27 - Palette Setup Tips for Portability
04:48 - Sonia’s Favourite Beginner Brush Set
05:38 - Why Paper Quality Makes a Huge Difference
07:52 - What to Know About Pen & Pencil Linework
09:28 - Graphite Pencils for Sketching & Shading
11:08 - Thank You, Sonia Mocnik & Opus Support Reminder