1:45. Watching your tutorials has allowed me in less than 3 months to paint 2 florals that are now framed and proudly hanging in my living room. I have never tried watercolor before but loved the watercolor pictures decorating my home. I am 83 years of age and having the time of my life with watercolor painting. It is very uplifting to see my progress from watching your tutorials. I cannot thank you enough!
Is it really necessary to rudely comment on another person’s allergy or sinus issue? Why, in today’s society must people be so unkind? Whatever happened to “if you have nothing kind to say, say nothing at all?” This gal is very talented, and is kind enough to share this talent with everyone for FREE, mind you. I, for one, appreciate it..
During this Covid 19 lockdown and being high risk due to having COPD,I watched this because for years I have wanted to use waterpaint,so at 63 I have just bought paint, brushes etc,thank you so much for giving me inspiration to give it a go..... keep safe everyone love from Scotland 💙🏴🌈
@@asiula8075 many thanks what about you? Are you a beginner or already an artist? Some of my creations are "different" but am just enjoying the experience of trying out new things😍♥️
When I feel overwhelmed with all that's possible in watercolor I can come back to this video and it gives me courage to begin again with something small, simple yet beautiful!
I love these. Very pretty. They would make great, quick watercolor cards to have on hand for any occasion. I painted on Arches and also on a Strathmore watercolor card and I don’t recommend this technique on anything but 100% cotton paper like Arches or Bee or Strathmore 500 series, etc., because you’ll end up with hard edges and blooms (back-runs, cauliflowers.) That pretty much goes for most paintings, but Emma’s technique for these layered flowers needs good paper. If you want your end result to look like hers, use the paper she’s using 😘.
I agree, I tried this technique with a lesser quality paper and got a lot of "blooms", "cauliflowers"etc. Tried again using my Arches paper with no problem. I have to say Emma makes this look so easy but when I did this it took a few practice runs. Sometimes we all need a little humbling,lol.🤣🤗
Van Gogo, she does make it look easy. I tend to paint on the tighter side and try so hard to loosen up. When I do it just doesn't look the same, initially. If I leave it alone and look at it a few days later I'm usually pleased. It's the leaving it alone I struggle with. I've ruined more paintings I care to admit to by fiddling and adding that "one last layer."
@@ChristinaTodd1970 Me too, I have learned the hard way after more paintings than I even want to think about that it is best to stop the minute you say to yourself, hmm, should I? NO! You shouldn't! Just walk away and no one will get hurt,lol, but seriously it does take a lot to not overdo a painting. I'm learning to slow down and be patient but it's not easy.
So Pretty! I decided to learn watercolor in part because it looked so enjoyable and part because I stay at home because of COVID19. I am a proud 75 years and want to learn something new. Thank you so much for your tutorials! I enjoy them so much.
Very pretty! Layering with watercolours is not as easy as it sounds. I am very grateful for my heat tool. When I get started I don't want to stop. I want to watch my painting unfold in all it's watercolour beauty, or not, with my heat tool I can continue and my colours don't get muddy. I enjoyed your tutorial. My favorite part was how beautiful and easy you made your leaves. I am LEAF CHALLENGED. Thanks for sharing!👍💛💜
Hi Emma i started to paint in watercolors last Christmas because I did,nt have the money to buy the holiday cards that I wanted to get , but I must say thank you to you and ellen crimi-trent for the educational insight on how to go about it and I think the cards meant much more than the bought ones even though the paint and paper ain't cheap, it worked out better though and I think what you,ve shown here is ace , I might even pick the brush up again if there still here so thanks again and a big hello from the UK 🎨
I have been watching (and trying) your tutorials non-stop for the past two days now and I cannot tell you how fantastic you are as a teacher - probably the best on RUclips. For the first time ever I am beginning to understand and enjoy watercolour painting after some 3 years of trying. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
I’ve been watching a few of your videos at night when I have a quiet child free moment to myself. You’ve got such wonderful talent. You make something very impressive in such a small amount of time. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. I love the fact you’ve used the translucency of the medium to dramatic effects lost like sun illuminating the petals from behind them. So beautiful. Thank you from Australia.
The transparency is so well done if you stare at the flower long enough it is like it is goin in and out of focus. Absolutely fabulous. I'm doin this later when I'm done with errands
Beautiful. Might want to mention that you are doing most of the heat tool drying off camera. Some people might think 2 seconds is long enough. But I love the sheer look.
I just started doing watercolor during the lockdown and loved this tutorial! I'm using it to make a mother's day card for my mom. Thank you for putting these out!!
Oh I see!! Thank you! I thought Layering was only for landscapes, so this was very nice! I'll practice it tonight, thank you, Emma! As always, your videos are easy to understand.
Emma, I lost count at how many times I've watched this video. You make it look so easy. I finally decided to give it a try - and oh my goodness, it actually came out pretty good for a beginner! I surprised myself! I am now hooked on all your wonderful videos as you are so very inspiring to me. Oh yeah, your little guy is so sweet!
Oh my gosh, this is a fabulous technique. It can be used for so many things. I would’ve never thought of this on my own, thank you for sharing it with all of us. I love love love it!!!
Really enjoyed this one. Sometimes, you just want to do something simple andplay around with colour as a warm up whilst at the same time, not wasting materials. This is perfect for that. Thanks again
Thank you, Emma, I think I will make a selection of these to have ready to glue to blank cards as needed. I just bought some cotton hot press paper that I think will work nicely.
Emma~ I actually found your channel by a fluke. I was looking for something in particular and there was your video painting flowers in layers. . I thought..wow how gorgeous but there’s no way I can do that! I need to paint something that I’ve sketched beforehand, I find it easier, but the final results I just don’t care for. I was about to throw in the towel and give up, but I ended up watching your video. I’ve watched other videos on layering but I just couldn’t relate to what they were talking about.. You take your time explaining what you’re doing so that we can fully understand it. Being a beginner is hard enough, but finding the right teacher well that takes a lot of research. I couldn’t believe it, right in front of my eyes was my very 1st watercolor painting, not sketched, and it actually looked really pretty. Thank you for that because I really didn’t think I would find anyone I could relate to. You’re an amazing teacher, your work is beautiful, and I have my confidence back. I subscribed to your channel and I’m looking forward to watching more videos and seeing my work improve. I belong to a “beginners watercoloring group” and have yet to post anything. I will now. Thank you Thank you💞🌸🎨🌺👩🎨💞
Emma Lefebvre, I’m sitting at my desk sketching the daffodils you’re painting in a video, so I can paint them tomorrow and a notification goes off on my phone. It’s a comment from you. Now that’s perfect timing👍 Today I woke up with a new attitude & perspective about watercolors. This all began (my new hobby), because I wanted to paint something special for my great niece. It’s her 1st birthday on May9th and this is very important to me. Claire passed away the day she was born, and I have something special planned that I want to paint. Also, I’m painting tulips for my niece Taylor (her mom) because I think she deserves something beautiful as well on that day. It has been a horrible year, and painting has actually helped my heart and soul. That’s why the gratitude I have (in finding you) is such a blessing to me💞💞
Thank you SO much for this tutorial Emma!! These are lovely!! Going to try this for sure...you make it look easier than it is I’m sure. You have such talent. Enjoy all your videos!
Hello from France ! I have been watching your paintings since about 2 months and I loved them and it's à very good training for me. Thank you so much. May 12, 2021. Nicole
Hey Emma! I've never seen glazing with transparent colors more succinctly illustrated than your magnificent, beautiful, stained glass like appearance in this video, ANYWHERE! OMG girl! Take a deep bow! Woot woot! Well done! Someone is going to pick you up on this channel and take you places. You're amazing as is your talent. Can't wait to see where you are in a year. Congratulations! Fanna Turano Denver, CO US
Emma, that was truly amazing (to me anyway) I’ve been painting flowers for years and would not have thought of doing the layering like that. Those paintings look beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration, I’m going to give it a go. R.
Just bought some Winsor and Newton paints... Tried to do a tutorial from another RUclipsr for the second time that I previously did with cheap paint and wasn't very pleased with then. Now it was already looking so much better. But that tutorial was still a bit hard... This looks so much fun however and you're explaining it very well! I'm going to try it tomorrow. You have a new subscriber!
Very beautiful indeed! My only query involves touching the paper with your fingers to test for dryness. I was taught to ONLY check with the back of my hand so any oils on [some] hands & fingers don't negatively influence (aka ruin) how well the water & pigments work on & in the paper. I'd always thought any danger was probably negligible. Still, I'll not test any paper after french fries, potato chips or fried chicken! Thanks!
Emma - these flowers are beautiful! I love how paint with such ease and free flowing technique. I've been struggling with watercolour flowers, but with your great inspiration, I'm going to get my paints out now and give it a go!! Thank you - will continue to watch your tutorials too!
So anxious to try this! I have been following you for a while and enjoy your tutorials. You make it doable!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent.
1:45. Watching your tutorials has allowed me in less than 3 months to paint 2 florals that are now framed and proudly hanging in my living room. I have never tried watercolor before but loved the watercolor pictures decorating my home. I am 83 years of age and having the time of my life with watercolor painting. It is very uplifting to see my progress from watching your tutorials. I cannot thank you enough!
you are an inspiration!
Reading this comment makes me so happy! 😊
BRAVO! SUPER!!!!
Wow, good for you! Gives me hope, I turned 70 last year and just started watercolor painting.😊
Is it really necessary to rudely comment on another person’s allergy or sinus issue? Why, in today’s society must people be so unkind? Whatever happened to “if you have nothing kind to say, say nothing at all?” This gal is very talented, and is kind enough to share this talent with everyone for FREE, mind you. I, for one, appreciate it..
Frrr
You so right
During this Covid 19 lockdown and being high risk due to having COPD,I watched this because for years I have wanted to use waterpaint,so at 63 I have just bought paint, brushes etc,thank you so much for giving me inspiration to give it a go..... keep safe everyone love from Scotland 💙🏴🌈
Mags Stuart 👏🏼😍!
@@asiula8075 many thanks what about you? Are you a beginner or already an artist? Some of my creations are "different" but am just enjoying the experience of trying out new things😍♥️
Mags! That's awesome and exactly what I've been wanting to do now! I'm in love with watercolour! Have fun & take care! From NJ
@@RoyalGymnastics let's do our best!! Whatever we make will be our own "Masterpiece" 😉🏴xx💙
Same here, my first time trying them today, had a practice but not up to par yet, good luck
When I feel overwhelmed with all that's possible in watercolor I can come back to this video and it gives me courage to begin again with something small, simple yet beautiful!
I love these. Very pretty. They would make great, quick watercolor cards to have on hand for any occasion. I painted on Arches and also on a Strathmore watercolor card and I don’t recommend this technique on anything but 100% cotton paper like Arches or Bee or Strathmore 500 series, etc., because you’ll end up with hard edges and blooms (back-runs, cauliflowers.) That pretty much goes for most paintings, but Emma’s technique for these layered flowers needs good paper. If you want your end result to look like hers, use the paper she’s using 😘.
I agree, I tried this technique with a lesser quality paper and got a lot of "blooms", "cauliflowers"etc. Tried again using my Arches paper with no problem. I have to say Emma makes this look so easy but when I did this it took a few practice runs. Sometimes we all need a little humbling,lol.🤣🤗
Van Gogo, she does make it look easy. I tend to paint on the tighter side and try so hard to loosen up. When I do it just doesn't look the same, initially. If I leave it alone and look at it a few days later I'm usually pleased. It's the leaving it alone I struggle with. I've ruined more paintings I care to admit to by fiddling and adding that "one last layer."
@@ChristinaTodd1970 Me too, I have learned the hard way after more paintings than I even want to think about that it is best to stop the minute you say to yourself, hmm, should I? NO! You shouldn't! Just walk away and no one will get hurt,lol, but seriously it does take a lot to not overdo a painting. I'm learning to slow down and be patient but it's not easy.
Van Gogo 😉
Congratulations..Ilove the old with flowers decorated Window.
Hey!! I just bought your WaterColour lesson book and here you are in my feed!! Excited to learn at the ripe old age of almost 50.
So Pretty! I decided to learn watercolor in part because it looked so enjoyable and part because I stay at home because of COVID19. I am a proud 75 years and want to learn something new. Thank you so much for your tutorials! I enjoy them so much.
Very pretty! Layering with watercolours is not as easy as it sounds. I am very grateful for my heat tool. When I get started I don't want to stop. I want to watch my painting unfold in all it's watercolour beauty, or not, with my heat tool I can continue and my colours don't get muddy. I enjoyed your tutorial. My favorite part was how beautiful and easy you made your leaves. I am LEAF CHALLENGED. Thanks for sharing!👍💛💜
Hi Emma i started to paint in watercolors last Christmas because I did,nt have the money to buy the holiday cards that I wanted to get , but I must say thank you to you and ellen crimi-trent for the educational insight on how to go about it and I think the cards meant much more than the bought ones even though the paint and paper ain't cheap, it worked out better though and I think what you,ve shown here is ace , I might even pick the brush up again if there still here so thanks again and a big hello from the UK 🎨
I have been watching (and trying) your tutorials non-stop for the past two days now and I cannot tell you how fantastic you are as a teacher - probably the best on RUclips. For the first time ever I am beginning to understand and enjoy watercolour painting after some 3 years of trying. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Thanks Emma to show us this new technique of painting florals. I never thought of using layering for the petals. I have to try this. Thanks again.
Loved how the translucent played over the petals and leaves.
I’ve been watching a few of your videos at night when I have a quiet child free moment to myself. You’ve got such wonderful talent. You make something very impressive in such a small amount of time. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. I love the fact you’ve used the translucency of the medium to dramatic effects lost like sun illuminating the petals from behind them. So beautiful. Thank you from Australia.
Love the translucency of the flowers ... you even have hayfever form them!
I cannot wait to create beautiful flowers with watercolors!!!
The translucent effects and the colourful bright flowers all look so pretty ❤️
The transparency is so well done if you stare at the flower long enough it is like it is goin in and out of focus. Absolutely fabulous. I'm doin this later when I'm done with errands
Wow, so transparent and vibrant, breathtaking flowers! I need to practice this technique more...
Just sitting here before bed and just saying to myself. Hmmmmmmmm!! And loving every moment of these gorgeous flowers.. thank you soooo much...
I don't understand how people would dislike this video. She's very talented and also, feels relatable.
Beautiful, thank you for a pretty outcome with a clear, step-by-step demo without too many techniques so it feels approachable and encouraging to try.
Has to be one of my favorite youtube videos, ever. Certainly my favorite about painting flowers. Gorgeous!
I love the translucency of the images--so ethereal!
Beautiful. Might want to mention that you are doing most of the heat tool drying off camera. Some people might think 2 seconds is long enough. But I love the sheer look.
I think that many people would be very surprised to learn that their love for art
makes them a wonderful candidate for creativity.
I am VERY artistically challenged and I love how easy you make these tutorials. Even *I* have been happy with my results.
I just started doing watercolor during the lockdown and loved this tutorial! I'm using it to make a mother's day card for my mom. Thank you for putting these out!!
Oh I see!! Thank you! I thought Layering was only for landscapes, so this was very nice! I'll practice it tonight, thank you, Emma! As always, your videos are easy to understand.
Aaaw, so delicate! The flowers look like made of chiffon!
Nice technique to paint delicate flowers, so cute!
With the small one, it would make a lovely butterfly side on :)
This tutorial is awesome!! I’ve finally managed to paint some decent looking flowers!! Thank you 🌸
Just wow😍😍😍.If anybody tell me just draw flowers all day, i feel happy that time because i love flowers
Great artist but above all you are a great teacher as well ,thou teach in a very simple way ,I love to see you playing with colours and brushes..
The petals look so fresh! an example of a fine artwork! loved the simplicity yet classic. Beautiful share!
Emma, I lost count at how many times I've watched this video. You make it look so easy. I finally decided to give it a try - and oh my goodness, it actually came out pretty good for a beginner! I surprised myself! I am now hooked on all your wonderful videos as you are so very inspiring to me. Oh yeah, your little guy is so sweet!
Very nice thanks for the video , learn something every day , nice to see that Canadians can still spell Colour the right way !!!!
Those are the nicest, prettiest waters color flowers, I've seen yet!
Thank you for your inspirational art!!!
Oh my gosh, this is a fabulous technique. It can be used for so many things. I would’ve never thought of this on my own, thank you for sharing it with all of us. I love love love it!!!
This was helpful, Emma. Thanks for a clear demonstration and concise explanation.
Невероятно красиво! Ваша техника отображает все, что я хочу от акварели.
LOVE the bright bright one
You look like bridget mendler! I love these flowers. Thank you for this tutorial 💕
I wondered how this was done.. So drying is the trick. Thanks .. the side ways one would make a great start to a butterfly .. Thanks for the video
These are lovely and seem so simple to do. I'm going to give them a try right away. Thanks so much for making watercolour so approachable.
Thanks Emma, great tutorial. Love the sheer flowers, they look so delicate.
Your flowers are very beautiful with perfectly delicate petals. The entire process is relaxing.
Really enjoyed this one. Sometimes, you just want to do something simple andplay around with colour as a warm up whilst at the same time, not wasting materials. This is perfect for that. Thanks again
Absolutely beautiful. I loved watching you create these delicate flowers.
Oh Emma!!! These are gorgeous! Thank you for doing what you do!!
Great tutorial; I love this style of watercolour flowers. Without a heat tool, it will be an excellent practice for patience too. Thank you.
This is exactly what I've been looking to practice - thank you so much Emma...
Thank you, Emma, I think I will make a selection of these to have ready to glue to blank cards as needed. I just bought some cotton hot press paper that I think will work nicely.
Emma~ I actually found your channel by a fluke. I was looking for something in particular and there was your video painting flowers in layers. . I thought..wow how gorgeous but there’s no way I can do that! I need to paint something that I’ve sketched beforehand, I find it easier, but the final results I just don’t care for. I was about to throw in the towel and give up, but I ended up watching your video. I’ve watched other videos on layering but I just couldn’t relate to what they were talking about.. You take your time explaining what you’re doing so that we can fully understand it. Being a beginner is hard enough, but finding the right teacher well that takes a lot of research. I couldn’t believe it, right in front of my eyes was my very 1st watercolor painting, not sketched, and it actually looked really pretty. Thank you for that because I really didn’t think I would find anyone I could relate to. You’re an amazing teacher, your work is beautiful, and I have my confidence back. I subscribed to your channel and I’m looking forward to watching more videos and seeing my work improve. I belong to a “beginners watercoloring group” and have yet to post anything. I will now. Thank you Thank you💞🌸🎨🌺👩🎨💞
Janis True Heiden wow, your kind words mean so much! Thank you! I’m so glad you’ve found confidence in your painting! Keep it up!!!!
Emma Lefebvre, I’m sitting at my desk sketching the daffodils you’re painting in a video, so I can paint them tomorrow and a notification goes off on my phone. It’s a comment from you. Now that’s perfect timing👍 Today I woke up with a new attitude & perspective about watercolors. This all began (my new hobby), because I wanted to paint something special for my great niece. It’s her 1st birthday on May9th and this is very important to me. Claire passed away the day she was born, and I have something special planned that I want to paint. Also, I’m painting tulips for my niece Taylor (her mom) because I think she deserves something beautiful as well on that day. It has been a horrible year, and painting has actually helped my heart and soul. That’s why the gratitude I have (in finding you) is such a blessing to me💞💞
The look like pressed flowers - beautiful. Thanks!
Emma - You have ridiculous talent! I love watching your videos. Thank you!
I really love the delicate look of these flowers! I am looking forward to trying these myself!
thank you kindly for your gorgeous yet easy tutorial
Delicate yet vibrant
Emma! These are some really gorgeous flowers!! Thanks SO much for being such a generous artist!!💗💗💋
Thank you for sharing your talents and guidance with us. I've just started learning water colour and love it. These tutorials are a huge help.😊
Thank you for teaching these lessons they are so nice and you are so generous. God bless you❤️
Watching you paint is so educational! It doesn't hurt that it's also soothing! ♥️
Wow! These are so ethereal! I can’t wait to try this method out 💖
Beautiful flowers. They make me smile. Thank you
Thank you SO much for this tutorial Emma!! These are lovely!! Going to try this for sure...you make it look easier than it is I’m sure. You have such talent. Enjoy all your videos!
Hello from France ! I have been watching your paintings since about 2 months and I loved them and it's à very good training for me. Thank you so much.
May 12, 2021. Nicole
Hey Emma! I've never seen glazing with transparent colors more succinctly illustrated than your magnificent, beautiful, stained glass like appearance in this video, ANYWHERE! OMG girl! Take a deep bow! Woot woot! Well done! Someone is going to pick you up on this channel and take you places. You're amazing as is your talent. Can't wait to see where you are in a year. Congratulations!
Fanna Turano
Denver, CO
US
I always enjoy watching your videos. I've barely started dabbling a little. Sure wish I had you near by. Thanks for another lovely video.😊
You have an eye for beauty and a talent for painting that loveliness! PleAse keep teaching...I am learning..
Best intro in the universe
Beautifully done loved the color freshness. You are a good teacher. Thanx a lot
Hi Emma, this tutorial was so interesting and so helpful! Love those transparent flowers! I liked the side view of the flower! Thank you. Helene
Emma, that was truly amazing (to me anyway) I’ve been painting flowers for years and would not have thought of doing the layering like that. Those paintings look beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration, I’m going to give it a go. R.
Love the look of these flowers!
Awesome you have rekindled my arty side.. thank you.. hope your thumb isnt sore.
Gracias por compartir tu técnica de transparencias con acuarelas,eres genial!!!!!!!!
They are all beautiful
Those flowers are beautiful! Great technique video. I learn something new every time I watch your videos. Thank you!!
Beautiful as usual! Thank you for sharing your talent.
Beautiful, delicate flowers!
So pretty. I see butterflies.
Just bought some Winsor and Newton paints... Tried to do a tutorial from another RUclipsr for the second time that I previously did with cheap paint and wasn't very pleased with then. Now it was already looking so much better. But that tutorial was still a bit hard... This looks so much fun however and you're explaining it very well! I'm going to try it tomorrow. You have a new subscriber!
Very beautiful indeed! My only query involves touching the paper with your fingers to test for dryness. I was taught to ONLY check with the back of my hand so any oils on [some] hands & fingers don't negatively influence (aka ruin) how well the water & pigments work on & in the paper. I'd always thought any danger was probably negligible. Still, I'll not test any paper after french fries, potato chips or fried chicken! Thanks!
Wow! How gorgeous!!
Emma - these flowers are beautiful! I love how paint with such ease and free flowing technique. I've been struggling with watercolour flowers, but with your great inspiration, I'm going to get my paints out now and give it a go!! Thank you - will continue to watch your tutorials too!
Wow! I have totally gotta try this!❤️ I’m so thrilled I found your channel!!
Love this. so simple but creates beautiful flowers!
I love watching your videos. So many tips for me as a newcomer to watercolor painting.
So beautiful to the eyes!
Very pretty flower. Can’t wait to try it.
Beautiful, I just loved this one. Wow, how lovely!
Stunning. Looks like tissue paper!
A lovely idea... How your cold gets better soon!
So beautiful! Thank you Emma!
I love this technique, so beautiful! Thanks for another great tutorial video!
I bought stickers like this. My favorite ones. Now i can try to make them myself! Thank you SOO MUCH! I can't ❤wait to try!
So anxious to try this! I have been following you for a while and enjoy your tutorials. You make it doable!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent.
Thanks
Emma ,so kind of you to post this beautiful pice of art work.claire
New to water coloring, and new subscriber...have been binge watching your tutorials...TYFS