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The Importance of Initial Washes in Watercolor // Avoiding Overworking
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- Опубликовано: 14 авг 2024
- In this video I talk about the importance of initial washes and how I try to not overwork my watercolour paintings anymore - while I paint a Hummingbird. #louisedemasi #watercolor
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I enjoy these so much. I am a mom of four without much time to paint. I used to work at a small painting of a leaf for hours...days? For years I didn't paint because of being locked into my own hyper detail standards. But I am beginning to know the freedom and to appreciate beauty of letting watercolor do what it does naturally and not overworking it. I learn so much from these. I hope I can afford a class one day. I have found it therapeutic actually in that it made me realize there is a lot to life and parenting that has to do with deciding about where the hard and soft edges will be and accepting what happens and working it to a beautiful advantage instead of wearing myself out controlling things. I could draw more parallels about initial washes! But for now I thank you and so does my family. Now off to work on a very amateur painting of a bat- but I'm still so excited about it anyway.
Beautifully expressed, your deeper understanding of working with edges.. ❤
@@melaniestokes1180 Thank you
I still can't get over how fantabulous you are at explaining the whats, whys, and hows of what you do. So educational. Your videos are top quality stuff. Thank you!
Beautiful bird, and OMG the last scene at the end was priceless. When I do my videos my neighbor inevitably starts mowing the lawn, the dark barks and my husband’s phone rings! LOL
Hi happy girl
I absolutely love the intensity and vibrancy of the colours of the first 'overworked' drawing. I thought it caught the essence of a hummingbird perfectly as their colouring is so intense and unusual you can't help but do a double-take which is exactly what I did when you showed the first painting. The first painting is why I am learning how to paint using watercolours as it is proof that watercolours do not have to be muted and understated but can pack a punch too. My reaction to the second hummingbird - "nice bird". My reaction to the first hummingbird - "WOW!!!" and I paused the video to study it closer, the detail is exquisite. #watercolourgoals
Agree it’s gorgeous
Same
I love that You show us the bloopers, You are so sweeet
Ms. De Masi, your earlier hummingbird painting may be too detailed, but it still is beautiful. I do like your evolved technique. Thank you for your tutorials.
thank you for talking us through the process, just music and watching someone paint is lost on me. Bless you.
I love this bird paintings. Snow White will be happy.
Dear Louise thank you for sharing your talent. In a watercolor class I took in Santa Fe, New Mexico About 20 years ago I remember our teacher Betty Carr explaining that when you put that tiny bit watercolor paint on your brush it is like a dab of diamonds/paint that you put on a flat surface. If you stroke over the paint once it is on your initial putting down paint on the paper ---- you are starting to COVER your diamonds and jewel tones up. This has always helped me to remember to let my painting shine with diamonds and jewels.
Hi Karen
I respectfully disagree, I absolutely love your earlier painting but I love the recent one, too. I think it is two different styles, rather then right or wrong. Loved your video, I subscribed and I'll be checking out your Skillshare classes, as well. Best blooper reel I've seen in awhile, lol.
I agree. Both styles are beautiful, but the more detailed style draws me in more because that's closer to how I like to paint. I think both styles are great in their own way. :)
Agree, the most detailed ones may be useful for scientific purposes and they are beautiful.
Agree. To me overworked is when you work a section to the point of muddiness, not fine detail. This is more a difference in style and neither is overworked.
I too agree with this comment. The earlier paintings are gorgeous and so skilful. To me the later ones look underworked, more of a sketch rather than a final painting. They are missing a kind of "pop". But to each their own.
Ok, I’m just going to say this..it would be grand if you did a tutorial showing how to do the much more detailed one since you already have the ones with less detail. I love them both to bits but gosh, the detailed one is almost hypnotic..I just stare at it in amazement. I would also love to know how to achieve that most iridescent look. You are an amazing artist!!
Oh Louise...those bloopers were just what I needed today. I have binged watch about 15 of your video's and I have kids "homeschooling" and coming into my room just talking while they are on a break! Like I do nothing all day but sit around waiting for them to speak LOL....I'm an Aussie in Melbourne and I actually do photorealistic colored pencil portraits but for some ungodly reason in the last 18 months watercolor has been trying to get my attention. I don't know why, as I initially hated it, its like my WHOLE art journey from the beginning was never a choice...it just chooses me !! LOOOOOOVE your watercolor art but even more your teaching style. I can tell you've been a teacher, an an excellent one at that. I have watched HUNDREDS of youtube watercolor artists and I have to say Louise, thank you thank you thank you for the way you not only verbally explain something, but you then back EVERYTHING you say with a visual example. We don't all learn anything the same way and I absolutely love how you teach. Nice to know I am doing the techniques all properly. My biggest problem is using too much paint!! As a colored pencil artist I am used to doing layer after layer after layer of color and using a small amount of paint has been a real challenge for me. I was sooo glad I'm in lockdown so I have had the time to watch your amazing videos. Take care of yourself and your family, stay safe and us Aussies are doing a great job of flattening this curve, lets hope we might see the end of lockdown in only a few months Loren :)
Thank you very much Loren. I read an article by a watercolour master once (I can't remember who it was)....he wrote, 'If you need more than two layers of watercolor paint you're doing it wrong.' That's one of the reasons I love painitng in watercolour. It's quick and it can often paint itself. It does some magical things if you let it do its thing. I tend to fuss with it too much. I admire the patience pencil artists have and I love the look of beautiful pencil art. You stay safe too. 💕
I too am a “tight” painter but would prefer to adopt a looser style so often admired in water colour paintings. Thank you Louise this has given me an excellent option to move in that direction and it was so beautifully explained, all I need now is a humming bird ! Cant wait to try it
I love how calm, soft and gentle your voice is, the way you speak is so incredibly soothing and relaxing...
😂 Ohhh my word, the look you give him! 💕 I can relate to that every time I get started with my painting with my husband. 😁 Thanks so much for sharing this informational video with us. I love 💕 painting details & copying the reference photographs too. Although I am changing some things or adding some things to my paintings. I am just getting to where I try not to copy everything from the photos. I am just getting started with spontaneous painting & letting the watercolor paint 🎨 do its own thing. I appreciate your explaining about under washes, & using back runs/cauliflowers for textures too. I love your hummingbird collection of art!
The eye you painted is so real
Thank you for sharing this
God bless
Love it......but loved the more detailed ones too
I agree both were amazing
I prefer the simplified one. The detailed one is too busy for my eyes.
I love how you explain your actions, brush type and water level.
Your tutorials are structured, detailed, to the point and well done. Love your comments about the way you used to paint and what you see now with your current work. Excellent. I always want to go further with other people's ideas on how to paint and give it a try.
Lovely hummingbird!! Your bloopers make my day! Stay safe.
Thanks Donna.....I'm glad. If we don't laugh we cry. 💕
Me too, love them!! 💚
You are a great painter and teacher. I love your technique and your style. So happy I found you. Thank you so much. You are an inspiration and a gentle spirit. Love you.
I love the out takes. I'm finding they are re-inforcing the lesson!! So they are hilarious...and helpful!! Ty ☺❤❤
LOVE the bloopers!🥰😆👍
My personal preference is for more detail! I think they’re both great, neither is better than the other, it’s just 2 different styles.
Love everything about this video!!! You have a wonderfully expressive face during the bloopers that is so fun to see!Please keep them in.
Thank you Patrizia. 💕
@@LouiseDeMasi I loved those bloopers as well. We have to continue making fun of ourselves, right? You made me smile. Lovely!
Bloopers were the best!
Your bloopers are very cute! It's fun to be human!
Now that was funny! Your original paintings are beautiful, but us beginners will be more attracted to your channel when you paint loosely. Thank you!
I love this painting, and I like that you did not add more detail so as not to cover the initial wash too much. The painting is light and free, and has a carefree feel. I love hummingbirds. We have a lot of them here in Arizona. Thanks!
I think your earlier style is gorgeous, if it is overworked, its only in meaning that watercolor is not the medium wich purpose is to create such detailed pieces, its easier to make it with acrylics. But your skill, omg!!! If u able to draw so flawless "overworking", u can draw in any style with excellent results.
It is simply a joy to watch you paint!
Beautiful! But I also very much love the old detailed hummy. I’m obsessed with your art room!
I see why you preferred to paint less details in this painting, because the detailed ones, as you said, disturbs the eyes of the viewer. You don't know where to focus on. But then I like both paintings the same. 😍
Absolutely love the out takes!!! And of course your work. Thanks for the much needed laughs at the end.
Hi Rosemary
Loved the bloopers at the end. Made me laugh. Thank you, Great painting and good technique information after the "trial run".
There is much to be appreciated in all the paintings you showed us in this video! It's interesting to see one's style evolve and change over time, but I enjoyed your "older" hummingbirds just as much as the newer ones. Just a different style is all. You are growing in your own way, and that's great! Love your channel, Louise! Thank you!
I understand how you have evolved from trying to do every detail to letting the watercolor do it for you. I am a beginner, but tried for so much detail in my attempts. I appreciate your transition to looser and letting watercolor do what it will. Now to put it into practice. Thank you for the tutorials and outtakes!
I'm tardy to the party but you have given me hope that someday I will be able to accomplish something presentable in watercolor. You voice and style of presentation is wonderful. Thank you for making your knowledge available. 💚
The bloopers made me smile 😊
Wonderful! I got such a kick from the bloopers!
your video makes this lockdown time easier, thanks.
Thank you Louise. You always give me ideas for my watercolor paintings. My husband and I love today’s bloopers 💕🤣
Lol...Thanks Cindy. We have to learn to work together now 🥴.
Respectfully I love and admire all the details of birds. And nature in General.
Each of your videos are so helpful that I like to watch them more than once. Thanks Louise
Glad you like them. Thank you Therese.
I love your hummingbirds. And you make me laugh. lol 🦋
Gotta love the “other half.”
I so enjoy your videos & all the tips you share with us.
Thanks Mary.
Just found your channel. You’re a wonderful teacher! Thank you very much for your videos.
The ending of the video was adorable 😂😍 but overall super useful information of course. Thank you!!!
I love your earlier paintings also.
I love this. I am so guilty of being so detailed and overworking. But I am starting to understand less is actually more.
Hi Pearl
This is beautiful. Looking forward to the patreon. I love the looser, more expressive work you’re doing.
Just realized this is an older video… guess the hummingbird is already up on patreon. Weekend project.
Your drawings are breathtaking !
I gave up for a few years but you have made me want yo paint again
Brilliant. Love the bloopers!!!
Your ;lesson is so clear! Less is more! I will watch this several more times I know! Please continue with your lessons! One reason I appreciate them Is because you do not "overtalk". I prefer demos to a lot of gab, and you have struck a very nice balance!
Can’t help myself I do love the detailed birds but I do get the important point you make about detail. Thank you for sharing your expertise.
I absolutely love your earlier work. The details are amazing… so beautiful.
Lovely to see this little hummingbird painting and how your painting style has changed over time. (I also laughed out loud at the out-takes! Most I’ve laughed for days!) 😂💜
I'm glad. Thanks Sarah. We've got to laugh or we'll cry. 💕
You are so gentle + beautiful just like your paintings. I laughed out loud at "the coffee maker" in your home. I have one of those models too ;) Thank you so much for this.
Thanks Veronica. He loves his coffee.
Love the outtakes! Leave some in and just repeat your word(s.)
Things do not have to be so formal. That is not how we are in real life. The little boo-boos were so sweet and made me smile!
Ha! I love it! Great video, love your honesty in the bloopers. Your helper is hysterical!
Thank you. Just love the outtakes at the end😂😂😂
Wow! Just WOW! What an utterly delightful tutorial ❤❤ Thank you for the fun!
Love the video and the butcher bird singing.
This is my first time watching you. I did subscribe.
I really enjoyed watching you paint and found the information very helpful.
Your lockdown bloopers are hilarious! We just learned today that the lockdown has been extended til the end of April for us in the Houston Texas area of USA. I installed a wallpaper that says SEE THE GOOD on ALL of my devices.
Be well and stay safe. 💜
I love how you explain everything you’re doing, why you’re doing it, and your materials! Perfect for beginners! Thank you! 💙
Well done. I love the natural flow of the watercolours.
Wonderful tutorial Louis, as always! And the coffee maker ... very funny! Thank you for sharing!
"Do a trial run" 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for making me laugh. Needed that today. Sorry so long. Got excited.
This painting is absolutely beautiful. Perfect in a loose but elegant detail kind of way. This is exactly how I desire my paintings to look. Highlight the beauty of watercolor and adding small details.
This is exactly my struggle. I'm at the stage of looking back and seeing my paintings overworked. I'm a very detailed person trying to paint loosely. Trying to tell myself not every detail is important or necessary.
Thanks for sharing this because this really helps me a lot. My other problem is how to pick which details to add. TFS
great info and I loved the out takes/bloopers
Good for you.....!! the more you enjoy it the lovelier it gets....!!
Love your paintings, both the detailed and the loose ones. While I prefer your detailed paintings and love the precision and realism, I can appreciate the looser style also. I can't help but think the looser technique would allow you to paint more subjects faster and for a professional painter this would increase your profit potential. I don't think people realize that the ability to "pay your way" is an important consideration for the professional artist. Again, I am a huge fan of your work and truly thank you for taking the time and effort to make these videos.
Thank you Kevin.
I never thought of profit while painting. Style change over time, it's normal. Even though she had the abilities and technics to paint what was "correct", she probably grew out of it, maybe even bored. This looser style is more personal, maybe quicker yes, but maybe not that much (she's also quicker by experience) as she as to think and not only look.
Brilliant bloopers! Thanks for sharing your hunning bird :)
I’m laughing out loud at the very end of your video. Gotta love ‘em!!
Thanks Nan. 💕
Louise is an amazing painter and teacher. I joined her Patreon group a couple of weeks ago and I’m on my third tutorial. Great value in this, lots of turorials on offer for beginners through advanced. Loving it! Thanks Louise!
I'd watch your videos just for the bloopers! Lol. Seriously, Louise, Your teaching and talent are remarkable. I've found several "favorites" among the watercolor artists, and making notes from most of them to help me with my newfound love of watercolor painting. I'm 87 and have used Acrylics most of my life. So watercolor is definitely another "animal".
Your preparation and knowledge of wet & dry painting plus your impecable and clean attention to every detail (though you are cutting down on that) is why you are my favorite, besides your loveable approach and bloopers. Thank you for the hours of work you are sharing on RUclips. Maybe one day I can dive in and take a course from you. Keep up the great work.
Loved the video, but when you picked up your painting and looked under it in the bloopers...I actually "cackled" out loud. I just love everything about your channel. Thank you for sharing with us.
Love your videos! Love your face
during the bloopers. So happy you included them. Need a smile during this time.
Very nice painting ❤
Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing
i painted along with you today you are a beautiful artist the bloopers were great
I love this teaching!!! Great tips! This is the painting I think of first when I think of your channel!
Wish I could “over work” like you!!!
Thanks for sharing your techniques. Beautiful! Thanks for the bloopers.lol💕
A tremendous contribution to assist me in loosening my own tightness. Just discovered you tonight, and found myself irresistibly drawn to go from one tutorial to an other. Absolutely transformative dimension you add that truly brings out the magic of Watercolor!
You are amazing!!! Thank you so much for being so very generous with your talent. I am so happy I am a Patreon member!!! Love the blooper s too!!!!
Thank you Cyndee.
Great videos darling! Funny bloopers at the end! Cute.
Ahhhhhh, boys. What can you do?! I adore the bloopers just as much as the tutorials! 😆
I love to watch you paint. So awesome!
No matter what you do... i love your work
First time I see blooms and cauliflowers purposefully added and looking so good :)
I love the failures récords at the end of you videos. I love your humor sense. Your painting and your teaching are extraordinarios. Sorry for my poor english and greetings from Chile. Kisses.
I love your videos! Disturbing things like this i have every day because my husband is working in home office most of the hole time... Your bloopers make me happy- not easy for me to laugh since my mother have cancer and today she went to hospital... so i have to thank you! 💐Best wishes from austria
That was so helpful, Louise. Thank you. Informative and lots of laughs😊.
Your technique is the best ! I ve tried other styles but I always come back to you. Thank you
thanks for your video. It is very informative. I love your teaching style. Very clear. And I love your bloopers too!
Keep the bloopers, awesome 👏🏼
This turned out lovely! Excuse me while I go and paint a hummingbird of my own in a fit of inspiration!
Miss, you are super talented and explain so wonderfully. It's such a pleasure watching this art getting into a shape. It's amazing and so clear to understand. Thank you so much, this is so useful! I want to see more from now on.
AHAHAHAHAH you are sooo funny!!!
This lock down affects us all😂 Love your voice and how you explain everything. I joined Skillshare because of you. Thank you Louise😉
You are so right about not painting too much detail. It makes a painting flat and uninteresting somehow. Our brains liked something to work on and also we don't need every detail in order to recognise the object or person we see. Beginners often copy a photograph slavishly and what is the point of a painting that looks like a photo? It is the interpretation, experimentation and imagination of the artist that makes the finished painting an artwork rather than a copy of the original.
Absolutely. I couldn't agree more.💕
beautiful bird. LOL thank for leaving in the bloopers and the reality of staying home. I loved it.
You're adorable. That was wonderful and just what I needed. I'm you're newest subscriber. I was out taking photos of woodpeckers this AM. I wish I could paint them!! Thanks so much and stay safe.