3 easy watercolour tutorials that you'll love to paint


Hey there, Reader!

As a mixed media artist, I love playing around and experimenting with different mediums. But sometimes I need to take a break from one while I hone my skills in another.

That being said, lately I've felt a longing to paint with watercolours again after taking a break from them these past few months.

So while I create new video content (new YouTube videos are in the works!), I've decided to share with you some fun watercolour tutorials to inspire you to paint something new today.

I created all 3 of these tutorials in video format, so they're suitable for artists who enjoy learning by following along to step-by-step video instructions.

Now have a look at the video descriptions below to find a watercolour tutorial that resonates with you!

🎥 ​Easy watercolour landscape for beginners (You'll love this tutorial)​

In this step-by-step watercolour tutorial, you learn how to paint an easy watercolour landscape for beginners.

With a focus on warm colours, you learn how to paint a watercolour sunset sky, mountains, a tree, and flying birds.

As well, this tutorial focuses entirely on using the wet-on-dry technique to create a complete painting.

So take out your watercolour supplies and come paint with me!


🎥 Easy watercolour galaxy for beginners 🎨 Paint with me​

In this step-by-step watercolour tutorial, you learn how to paint an easy watercolour galaxy for beginners.

Specifically, you learn how to apply the wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques to layer the paint in order to create a dreamy, celestial galaxy sky.

As well, you learn how to use the wet-on-dry technique to paint watercolour pine trees.

Lastly, you discover how to use gouache and the splattering technique to create a beautiful sky filled with sparkling stars.


🎥 AVOID muddy colours in watercolour │ How to paint with complementary colours​

In this easy watercolour tutorial, you learn how to paint with complementary colours (which are opposite hues on the colour wheel) to create a watercolour sky painting with clouds.

This tutorial is suited for advanced beginners who have some painting experience, and it focuses on using the complementary colours blue and orange.

Best of all, you learn how to blend complementary colours without creating muddy colours. It might sound hard, but I'm showing you that it's easier than you think!

So what's the secret to painting vibrant paintings that don't look muddy and dull? Watch the video to find out!


Now that you are familiar with each watercolour tutorial, it's time for you to take action!

ACTION STEP: Choose the watercolour tutorial that appeals to you the most. Then, take out your watercolour supplies and follow along with the step-by-step video tutorial. If you enjoy it, make sure to check out the other 2 tutorials as well!

And most importantly...

Remember to have fun playing with your watercolours!

Don't take yourself too seriously, and enjoy the painting process, Reader!

Talk to you again soon,

Best regards,

Miranda

P.S. Are you bored and looking for something fun to paint? If so, check out the 3 step-by-step watercolour tutorials that are linked above!

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Miranda Balogh

I teach artists how to paint confidently with watercolours so you can make beautiful art that you're proud of. Sign up for my weekly newsletter where I send you fun step-by-step tutorials, helpful art advice, and positive encouragement so you can reconnect with art and express yourself through creativity. So hit subscribe to accelerate your artistic journey with me. It's time to paint and play!

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