How to paint a portrait in watercolor. Complete tutorial.
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- Опубликовано: 31 окт 2022
- Portrait Painting in watercolor. A simple but complete step by step explanation.
It is my intention to publish everything I know about portrait painting.
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The website of my cousin Will Sophie who wrote and performed the most fantastic compositions exclusively for me: willsophiemusic.com
The art supplies :
Fabriano Watercolor block 50% cotton - neutral pH. 300 gr/mq
( other good watercolor paper brands are: Arches, Saunders, Srathmore , Canson.)
Talens Rembrandt watercolors:
Phthalo Blue Red 596
Cerulean Blue 534
Sap green 623
Hooker Green Deep 645
Yellow Ochre 227
Raw Sienna 234
Burnt Umber 408
Burnt Sienna 411
Cadmium Red Deep 306
Alizarine Crimson 326
Brushes:
Da Vinci serie 5530 Nr 20
Rosemary & Co Kolinsky Sable Ser 22 Nr 7
Rosemary & Co Kolinsky Sable Ser 22 Nr 3
Surgical blade:
Swann-Morton 24
Porcelain Mixing Palette
In my blog you will find even more information about portrait painting and a free eBook “One hundred portraits”: www.paintingportraittips.com
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My gallery: www.lustenhouwer.com
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What I love most of your videos, Ben, is the lack of ego. You humbly tell us "That may not work" or "That maybe can be corrected later". It is so satisfying to have a master reveal his questionable strokes in a public forum, correct them later, or simply accept them. I admire your low key delivery, your clear directions, and your beautiful aged hands. No flair, just talent. Thank you so much.
Thank you for your kind words Michael
I loved this video. I felt like I was in your studio with you. I am 87 years old and have painted portraits in oils, acrylics, and drawn in graphite, charcoal and colored pencil. I just now want to paint in watercolors. I'm never too old to learn. Thank you so much for this video.
You are welcome!
“I follow the accidents that appear on my paper” may be the best art advice I’ve heard in a while.
And so it is...
Absolutely hypnotizing. I'm looking at these big shapes go down like burnt ham and shoe polish, and a minute later they're beautiful skin and hair. I'm in awe! Bravo!
Nice observation.
exactly. seeing it done is illuminating.
i've abandoned many paintings thinking they weee too dark but it's good to see just being bold can pay off.
greta video.. i liked the colour mixes, i've learned a bunch.
and warm shadows, red for shadows on skin, great tip.
Hahaha shoe polish and ham
That’s the magic of watercolor. It’s ALL down to the water. The way it behaves both wet and dry is what makes it so beautiful and distinct, not captured in any other medium
Oh dear sir. I am an artist who attended a 4 year art school years ago. Family and obligations got in the way. Now my nest is empty and I'm getting back into my watercolors. However my desire has always been to paint portraits in oils.
I needed a tutorial for oil painting for beginners from scratch and an artist I can resonate with. I wanted to learn from the bottom up and here today a blessing in finding YOU. Thank you. I'm very excited.
Thank you Leti. Keep painting!
@@lustenhouwer I will. :)
I've been attracted to watercolor painting all my life, but it always seemed so hard so I was easily defeated. Never liked oils or acrylic. You make it look not only easy, but something that is so well explained that even I could do it. I am going to try! Thanks you so much!
Have a try Carolyn
The haircut in the picture is better than the photo. You nailed that hair. You know you nailed that hair:)
You’re the master
Glad to hear. it is always my intention to approach the essence of a portrait.
Wow. I'm blown away by your warmth and ease in teaching, as you demonstrate such mastery. Makes me feel like it's possible to become more relaxed with greater proficiency. You're a delight to listen to and learn from (and the music--a perfect complement as well). Thank you so much.
I am so glad to hear that. Thank you.
I find your videos to be very inspiring and your candid commentary refreshing. I am going to paint a portrait following your intelligible example. Thanks Ben.
Thank you Cynthia
I've watched almost every video and tutorial on watercolor portraits and, sir, you are by far the most explanatory! I love that you talk through it, explaining what is wet first or not, what you are doing, what you pay attention to or not so much, in a way I can understand with the entire watercolor technique. I can sketch and draw and shade my heart out but watercolor is so difficult to me because I've become so precise with pencil. Thank you for teaching me how to let go of the idea of "perfect" and precise. It's been killing me! I could listen to your warm loving voice all day and night long! Calm flow and yes, fun! Thank you!
Thank you Jenessa for your nice comment.
I love your tutorials. They inspire me to do more painting and I find your explanations very helpful.
Thank you
Your nephew must be real heart breaker! So handsome My oh my! Lovely portrait. Very handsome.
Yes he is!
I have to say your command of colour is beyond what I’ve ever seen before. Adding green, purples and red to shadows in your various videos. Granted I’ve seen only a few videos, I’ve been amazed in them all.
Thank you Ron
Just discovered this channel. Subscribed after 2 minutes😊
nice to hear
This narration is a fine example for positive self talk.
Your nephew looks like a dark haired Dennis Bergkamp, this Arsenal Fan's all time favourite player! Oh, painting was good as well...
Yeah. A pity he did not dare to fly.
You’re the best artist on RUclips you worked for 10 years on RUclips within your age and have few followers, You deserve more than this number, you're resist teaching, I haven't watched an artist on youtube share all these details and mix colours, you have all my respect, and I learned from you a lot, thank you, teacher
Thank you for your kind words.
It takes self confidence to lay that loaded brush down! I liked when you said keep it fresh and also “ too many details makes it silly!“. BOTH SO TRUE!!!!! I enjoyed your video immensely
Thank you Cindy. Self confidence could be one thing but no fear of ruining a painting also. Nothing happens when you start over again.
Thank you for watercolour portrait…so helpful. More please…
This is the best watercolor video I have ever seen!
Nice to hear
Your nephew is very lucky to have a talented uncle like you. I could watch you painting for hours and hours; your tutorials are the best. Thanks for sharing.
You are welcome
Yet another genius cultivating his own competition
Competition is for horses.
Love seeing you painting watercolor! Beautiful!
Thanks
I truelly enjoyed watching your watercoloring technique. It came out absolutely beautifu
thank you
Sehr gute Darstellung und Demonstration ❤
Vielen Dank
I am so glad that you made a video on watercolor!! I follow your oil painting videos and always wished you would make one on watercolor. As always you amaze me !!! Thanks a lot sir for inspiring
Thank you Deepanwita
Thank you, Ben. I've wanted to paint a portrait and your color information is so helpful. I'll give it a go.
Lots of succes!!
Such a great painting!!! Thanks a lot for sharing! Un grand merci pour l’encouragement. Je me mets au travail 😊
I have no idea why this is the first video of yours that RUclips has ever recommended to me, but I'm glad it did! This was really helpful. I will definitely check out more videos.
Good to hear
I’m so glad I found you, Sir! You’ve inspired me to try portraits again. Love you’re beautiful talent and teaching!
So nice to hear Martha.
Dear Mr. Lustenhouwer this lesson was another jewel. In my young days in Budapest, I was miraculously was able to paint - but never to draw. Colors are my friends, so - I think! - I can follow your instructions of mixing the colors to get the desired effect. Still, your decades of expertise in mixing them, is not something that one can master without a lot of try and error, in other words plenty of exercise. That does not take away from the greatness and precise instructions of your guidance during this - and you other videos.
I'm sure that all of us, who had the pleasure to follow your strokes on the paper realize, that we got a long way to go, but your encouragement means a lot! Especially, when you say - " well, I'll do this, but this may ruin the picture" - or something similar. Suffice to say, that I eagerly wait for all your new videos with thousands of my fellow enthusiasts, who call you "our inspiration". Thank you again! Take care.
Thank you for your nice comment
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful expertise with us! I have viewed many of your videos and have learned so much from you! Again, many thanks! I would like to add that I greatly appreciate that you make art accessible to everyone by offering a wide range of techniques for the beginner, the amateur to the more advanced artist! You are a wonderful artist but also a gifted teacher! I was so excited to see you back again. ❤
Thank you for your kid words Lauraine.
Outstanding in every way.
The videography, continuous commentary, explanations and superb soundtrack. Thank you for enriching our lives. Love the result and hope you do more videos with watercolors.
Thank you. I am working on one and in two weeks it will be online.
Jakie cenne i mądre wskazowki ❤ I dziekuję za język polski , ktory czesto jest pomijany
Thank you. Soon a new one. also in polish
Absolutely beautiful ❤
Thanks
Its pure joy to follow your portrait painting with Water color - everything radiates presence and joy of creating this beautifull piece of art. 🎶🖤🎵
nice to hear.
I check every day to see if you've made a new video. Thank you so much for graciously sharing your knowledge and skills.
I do what I can.
your amazing mr ben ❤❤❤all the appritiations from an Egyptian artist and a young fan
Thank you!
Your demonstrations are the best and your talent obviously cannot be matched. I just want you to know that when I get frustrated with a painting I just pull up another Lustenhouwer video and I'm good to go. Thanks for inspiring me.
So nice to hear!
I loved your comment on Shit & Roses. My beautiful Mother Rose Marie she left this world in January 2022 for her new home in Heaven she would always tell me the same sometimes roses are full of shit manure . She had them planted everywhere. Thank you for your wit & wisdom I’m painting in oil , pastel , some watercolor . I absolutely love you teaching !
Thank you. Nice story.
Спасибо за урок.очень интересно.первый раз видела поскребывание на акварели
Thank you. All techniques are allowed.
Thank you so much! Your videos are packed with tips and wisdom… and watching your entire process is so so so incredibly helpful as I grow as an artist. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting these here for free. It is such a gift - please know just how much you are blessing other artists in sharing these! Thank you!!!
Thank you Jennifer. It is people like you that I have in mind when making videos.
Always a pleasure to watch your videos Ben. Thanks for your expertise. Can't wait for your next one!
Thank you
It bears repeating - your passion, talent and willingness to share are tremendous gifts to us all. I'm able to draw but very colour blind, and have laboured under this all my life. I want to do more with colour than just a "safe" and minimal use of it. Your rich and encouraging instruction is leading me to take a huge step out of my comfort zone, even if I fail miserably. Thank you so much!
You say it right. "Even if I fail". The fear of failing is a long lasting obstacle for many people. Allowing yourself to fail is a big step in the progress.
Absolutely wonderful. Thank you.
Great tutorial! Excited to watch all of your portrait lessons. Thank you very much!
You are welcome Deanne.
oh my god ! this is like magic , i listen to it while doing my digital art 🖼️
Thank you Ben, that was worth the wait, a great tutorial.
you are welcome.
Lindo trabalho!👏👏👏
Beautiful indeed!
Thank you Nikki
thank you for your wonderful demo on portraits for WC, such wonderful info from a master!
Thank you Federica
Wonderful! Thank you so much for a great tutorial!
You are welcome
I absolutely love it! Great explanation! Awesome job. You are an excellent artist!!🎉
Thank you Frances
Its so enjoyable listen to your talk while you paint! Thank you!
You are welcome
What a lovely and fresh portrait. I learned so much by hearing your thoughts as you painted.
Thank you Edna
I am a beginner trying to paint pears and seeing you paint the face taught me a lot. I am sure my next pear will be better. Thank you.
Start with fruit and end with a portrait. I like that approach
Amazing!!
Thank you
Thank you so very much for taking us through all your thoughts as you paint. It is very educational and encouraging. I hope you will continue to make these videos.
Thank you Amy
I thank you so much! A wonderful Portrait! 👍🏻
You are welcome
Stunning work so inspiring thank you
Thank you Dianne
Very inspiring. Shall try to do portraits in watercolour after watching you recreate your nephew. Handsome man.
Just go and do it
Enjoying seeing you painting... Thank you for sharing .
You are welome Marilyn
Fabulous.
Thanks
Thank you for sharing your knowledge of watercolor painting! I have learned at lot of this.
You are welcome.
I’ve been looking forward to this. Thank you so much.
Thank you
I enjoyed spending this relaxing half hour with you, watching with a mixture of curiosity and admiration, listening to your revealing and interesting train of thought all the while absorbing what I could.
I appreciate your warm generosity and am glad to have "discovered" your youtube channel. Looking forward to watching more from you! Thank you!
Thank you Jessie
This is sooooo beautiful ❤
Thank you
Just the channel I needed to find! I feel so grateful and happy!
Good to hear!
The best instructional video on portrait painting I’ve seen. The process was simply magical.
Thank you!
Lovely demo. Thx
Thank you
Thank you for sharing your expertise and love of painting. Your work is exciting and beautiful! You are certainly very gifted artist.I have been working with graphite and color pencil portraits, and I have been thinking of painting portraits. You make it look so easy. I love how calm and patient you are. Thank you!
Thank you Sherrie.
Excellent ! Excellent! Excellent!👏👏👏 Loved it and Thank you for the tutorial.❤
Thank you Debdutta
Handsome nephew, fantastic demo. 😊👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Thanks.
Thank you. You're making it simple. I will do this.
Give it a try.
Beautiful work as always
Thank you
I can’t stop watching your videos, I love the way you explain.
Thank you Ricardo
well done
Outstanding! This portrait has so much warmth and life, you truly inspired me. Instantly subscribed and saved this video for reference. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world. ❤
You are welcome.
Thank you for your generosity in presenting your videos. I am a hopeful watercolor portrait artist and your approach is so easy to follow and gives me hope to increase my ability and knowledge of the medium.
Nice to know. Thank you Pat.
That is a trip!
thanks
Работа акварелью завораживает! Племянник наверняка доволен своим портретом 😊
он конечно есть!
Thank you Mr. Lustenhouwer
You are welcome
Thank you so much for sharing your techniques in watercolor. I haven’t tried portraits in watercolor but used your techniques in oils and was successful so I will try it in watercolors.
Give it a try Julie
Beautiful work
Thank you
Absolutely beautiful, thanks for sharing your talent and experience. I'm just learning about portraiture in watercolour and this is extremely helpful. Thank you 😊
It is my pleasure Linda.
It's an excellent painting. Thank you for a really informative tutorial.
It is my pleasure
I learn so much from you. Thank you! Thank you!
you are welcome.
Amazing technique..! Thank you master.
You are welcome
Just came across your tutorial and I am delighted to learn that you have posted many more .. can't wait to be amazed, delighted and informed, thank you so much.
Thank you Marta
Wonderful and inspiring tutorial, thank you. Very relaxing to watch ❤
Thank you Debbie
Amazing!! CONGRATS 🎉
Thank you
Just a wonderful work! Thanks.
thank you
Thank you for showcasing your great skill.Lovely to watch and learn. More watercolour portraits would be welcomed.
Who knows. in the future. The first to come is on oils again.
Wow! Makes me think I may be able to paint a portrait! Thank you !!
Just hava a try
Beautiful painting and beautiful subject too. Congrats! I enjoyed it from beginning to end!
Thank you Reina
You’re great and so kind - thanks
Thanks
Thank you so much I'm in love with your art♡
Thank you!
♡♡♡♡@@lustenhouwer
Thank you so much for your great knowledge and teaching, brilliant teaching and many kind thanks for your time in doing this ,thank you again Tim.(in sunny England).
It is my pleasure Tim.
You are a true master, sir! I really enjoyed your tutorial, and I regained my courage to try watercolor again.
So good to hear!
Thank you so much. That is the best portrait video I’ve ever seen. I enjoyed every moment and especially your words of wisdom. I shall watched more. ❤️
Thank you Virginia