I am dumbfounded. I watched this entire process, and I still don't know how you pulled this amazing landscape out of three colors and a lot of water. When you drew the droplets of paint across the stream with the rigger, the effect was so stunning, I actually slapped my hand over my mouth. This is beautiful. Thank you. (This is Cynde, not Michael).
@michaelroute146 (Cynde) @ChrisStephenArt Chris, I had a similar experience to Cynde watching this!! It's truly amazing to watch. For me it only started to "appear" from the mist when you added the tree trunks! And that river - one minute it was nothing then the rigger and it was a river 😱 amazing! As someone else here commented.... It's a masterful demonstration of wet in wet control and trusting the process (which I still struggle with)!! Thanks for posting this 😁
@jaynemartlew5762 Thanks, Jayne. It still amazes me that just a few hard edges, or dark marks, can be enough to bring a painting together. The rest can be shapes and blurred lines, as long as a focal point reads, then it should work. Glad you liked the video
This is an absolute masterclass in painting wet-in-wet, which is really where we discover the magic of watercolour. Your process is easy to follow, but it takes a lot of practice to get these kind of results here. I'll definitely be using this video as one to practise this technique, and also enjoy the beauty of the misty morning landscape it creates. Top drawer stuff, Chris!
Wow! Just WOW! Gotta try this. I’m so happy to have just found you! Thx for sharing your God- given talent. This painting is stunning to say the least.
It is a long time since I used the wet-in-wet technique but you have wetted my appetite for it !!!! I do like the idea of using the tissue to blot & soften for a misty effect. One thing I wondered :- did you have your board at an angle or flat while it was very wet ?(or both ?!) If you mentioned that I may have missed it. Thank you for the video, the finished painting is lovely....rather like certain Alfred Sisley scenes (I might have got the wrong artist...)
Thanks Chris. This is so interesting from a “let the paint do its thing” perspective, which is something I struggle with. Could I ask what paper you’re using here? It’s handling a nice amount of water very well. Thanks again. Beautiful scene.
@@sgv323 Thanks Sewall. You definitely need to relax and let the paint and water do their own thing, but that’s part of the fun. I used a piece of Millford paper
I’ve learnt over the years to just relax and let the paper buckle. Same for the paint, allow it to move around. If you have trouble with the paper, you could try stretching it
@@ChrisStephenArt Thanks Chris, I opted for Canson paper, I was told to place in a bath of water and soak both sides then dry..!! I'll give it a try..Thanks for All!!💙💙😊😊
This is marvelous! I especially love the stream. It’s so cool to have those ahaaa! moments when maybe one step or darkening the value reveals the movement or element that your eyes see. Thank you!
I don’t want to discourage anyone, but the British all have a bit of Gainsborough in their DNA. This explains why they are excellent watercolorists. Good luck to everyone else, especially me. I need lots of it.
I so love your instruction thank you so very much I love your instruction I look forward to your videos please keep on posting your videos you are so easy to follow and understand and your work is beautiful
As you use a lot of water during your painting session overall, do you stretch your paper to begin with or just go for it? Love what you do with so few colours.
Hi Patricia, I usually just go for it when working on smaller sizes of paper. If using half sheet, or larger, I would possibly stretch the paper. I occasionally pre stretch for plein air too
Because not all trees are green. Also, different atmospheric conditions can cause certain wavelengths of light to be filtered out. And more importantly, it’s a painting, so it’s all about aesthetics
I recommend the best paper you can afford for everything you do. I like cold pressed texture Arches, Saunders Waterford, Millford, Two Rivers, for most things. I like to use Bockingford 250lb for line and wash techniques
@@ChrisStephenArt Is it hot or cold pressed paper? I've been religiously painting on cotton cold-pressed, and discovered by accident that l adore the soft, silky texture of smooth hot- pressed watercolour paper.
Great job . However is not very desirable to emerge myself into that wetness lol. Almost I feel wet and cold,and nobady around,,,, solitude and nasty nature.
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This is marvelous! I especially love the stream. It’s so cool to have those ahaaa! moments when maybe one step or darkening the value reveals the movement or element that your eyes see. Thank you!
I am dumbfounded. I watched this entire process, and I still don't know how you pulled this amazing landscape out of three colors and a lot of water. When you drew the droplets of paint across the stream with the rigger, the effect was so stunning, I actually slapped my hand over my mouth. This is beautiful. Thank you. (This is Cynde, not Michael).
Thank you, Cynde. Glad you liked it
@michaelroute146 (Cynde) @ChrisStephenArt
Chris, I had a similar experience to Cynde watching this!! It's truly amazing to watch. For me it only started to "appear" from the mist when you added the tree trunks! And that river - one minute it was nothing then the rigger and it was a river 😱 amazing! As someone else here commented.... It's a masterful demonstration of wet in wet control and trusting the process (which I still struggle with)!! Thanks for posting this 😁
@jaynemartlew5762 Thanks, Jayne. It still amazes me that just a few hard edges, or dark marks, can be enough to bring a painting together. The rest can be shapes and blurred lines, as long as a focal point reads, then it should work. Glad you liked the video
Timestamp 5:07 oh look that’s a river with reflections in the water. Wow! Thank you for sharing this with us🙏🫶🏻
You’re welcome! Thank you for watching
This is an absolute masterclass in painting wet-in-wet, which is really where we discover the magic of watercolour. Your process is easy to follow, but it takes a lot of practice to get these kind of results here. I'll definitely be using this video as one to practise this technique, and also enjoy the beauty of the misty morning landscape it creates. Top drawer stuff, Chris!
Thanks Mark, it certainly does take practice. But it’s worth the effort
Such a gorgeous painting ! Thank you so much for sharing your technique for creating a wonderfully atmospheric landscape. ❤
You’re welcome! Thank you for watching
Love your wet into wet video. Stunning results. Thank you
Thanks so much, glad you liked it
Wow! Just WOW! Gotta try this. I’m so happy to have just found you! Thx for sharing your God- given talent. This painting is stunning to say the least.
Thanks so much, glad you liked it
I can see heavily granulated watercolors working well with this technique. Thank you again, Chris for fab ideas!
Absolutely, that would work well. Some DS Lunar Black in there could be great !!
Wow, amazing! 🥰🖌 Beautiful work! 👏 Something to strive towards. Thank you for sharing 💖
Thanks Linda. I’m glad you liked it
I am amazed that you painted this mainly with a rigger. Beautiful.
Thanks so much
It is a long time since I used the wet-in-wet technique but you have wetted my appetite for it !!!! I do like the idea of using the tissue to blot & soften for a misty effect. One thing I wondered :- did you have your board at an angle or flat while it was very wet ?(or both ?!) If you mentioned that I may have missed it. Thank you for the video, the finished painting is lovely....rather like certain Alfred Sisley scenes (I might have got the wrong artist...)
@@JVSwailesBoudicca Thanks so much. My board was at around a 20 degree angle
@@ChrisStephenArt Thank YOU !
I love your earthly colours and style of painting. As a beginner, I will definitely practice this…. 🤎💛💚
Thank you !! 😊
Thanks Chris. This is so interesting from a “let the paint do its thing” perspective, which is something I struggle with. Could I ask what paper you’re using here? It’s handling a nice amount of water very well. Thanks again. Beautiful scene.
@@sgv323 Thanks Sewall. You definitely need to relax and let the paint and water do their own thing, but that’s part of the fun. I used a piece of Millford paper
Thank you. I look forward to giving this a go.
@sgv323 Great, let me know how you get on
Yes, once the crying and the cursing begins, I’ll be sure to reach out. Just kidding. I’ll be leaning into the fun!
@sgv323 You’ll be fine, just go with whatever the watercolour gives you !!
Painting on layers…I think I get it (patience required) Thanx 😊
Yes, a bit of patience and practice 😊
Nice to know Chris!! I am terrified when my paper buckles!!👌👌You make it look effortless!!
I’ve learnt over the years to just relax and let the paper buckle. Same for the paint, allow it to move around.
If you have trouble with the paper, you could try stretching it
@@ChrisStephenArt Thanks Chris, I opted for Canson paper, I was told to place in a bath of water and soak both sides then dry..!! I'll give it a try..Thanks for All!!💙💙😊😊
Amazing!! Thank you for sharing your methods. Beautiful work!
Thank you so much, I’m glad you liked it
Stunning! Enjoyed the process. Thank you.
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it
This is marvelous! I especially love the stream. It’s so cool to have those ahaaa! moments when maybe one step or darkening the value reveals the movement or element that your eyes see. Thank you!
Beautiful painting, thank you for the tutorial.
Thanks Lesley, glad you liked it
I enjoy wet on wet the most of the watercolor methods.😊
It certainly is a useful technique !!
Absolutely stunning painting! Love your process, will definitely give this another go.
@@mariaguarnieri746 Thanks !!
Thank you - so beautiful!
Thanks so much
Very nicely done. Congrats !
Thanks so much
Beautiful work and thanks for sharing 🤎💙
Thanks so much
Che atmosfera!! Che suggestione!! È straordinario, complimenti davvero!!
Thank you so much
Great way of starting!!!
Thanks Carol
This is just beautiful
Thank you
I don’t want to discourage anyone, but the British all have a bit of Gainsborough in their DNA. This explains why they are excellent watercolorists. Good luck to everyone else, especially me. I need lots of it.
Haha! I would prefer Turner’s
Thanks
Thank you, Jayne. Much appreciated
You are wonderful❤
Thank you
This is awesome I hope i can do this one day too thanks for the lesson
Thanks so much. You can !!
I so love your instruction thank you so very much I love your instruction I look forward to your videos please keep on posting your videos you are so easy to follow and understand and your work is beautiful
Thanks Karen, glad you liked it
I love how the granulation does a lot of work for you.
I'd like to fish there, it looks so peaceful.
Thanks very much
Verry nice demo Christopher.
Thanks Jack, much appreciated
As a left handed painter, I appreciate watching your technique. My granddaughter asked me why I write upside down!
That’s great, Karen !!
Looking fantastic....
Thanks Ralph
So great, thanks. Now I see misty sceneries need lots of water.
You’re welcome! Glad you liked it
Absolutely brilliant. Thank you so much.
Thanks Annie, glad you liked it
Thank you. It's wonderful!
@@lyswn7052 Thank you, Lyn. Much appreciated
Love your work .Thank you for sharring your skills! Wish you an awesome 2025.
Thanks so much, have a great year yourself
Brilliant
Thanks very much
Superb !!!!
Thanks so much
Lovely😊
Thanks so much
Спасибо,очень красиво, дымчато, попробую рисовать с вами!
Thanks so much
As you use a lot of water during your painting session overall, do you stretch your paper to begin with or just go for it? Love what you do with so few colours.
Hi Patricia, I usually just go for it when working on smaller sizes of paper. If using half sheet, or larger, I would possibly stretch the paper. I occasionally pre stretch for plein air too
Bonjour, as tu un photo sous les yeux à chaque projet? Merci pour tes précieuses démonstrations et tes conseils. Have a good weekend 😊
I sometimes use a photo, more often I work from sketches that I make on location
Chris, great demo: limited pallette and conscious water control.
Thanks Lorraine
Thank you, modest but impressive.
Thanks so much
What is the frame is it that’s holding down the paper?
It’s masking tape
❤🙌🙌👍Prachtig!!
Thanks so much
what angle is your board at? about 30 degrees? or more?
@@paul-oram Yes, somewhere between 20 and 30 degrees
Genious
@@johnaistrop7025 Thanks so much
Que bonito!!
Thanks so much
Tu utilise quel papier pour réaliser ? Coton ou autre ?. Est ce toujours le même papier ? Encore merci
I used Millford paper. It is 100% cotton
@@ChrisStephenArt Merci 👍
There was a cat hair on my screen, and I thought it was a brush hair on your painting and panicked on your behalf 😂
Haha! 😂
Looking vangog.
@@mubashirabegum6272 Thanks !!
Why blue for trees instead of green?
Because not all trees are green. Also, different atmospheric conditions can cause certain wavelengths of light to be filtered out. And more importantly, it’s a painting, so it’s all about aesthetics
Remind me what paper you recommend would you....
I recommend the best paper you can afford for everything you do. I like cold pressed texture Arches, Saunders Waterford, Millford, Two Rivers, for most things. I like to use Bockingford 250lb for line and wash techniques
😊😊😊
❤
Thank you
What paper and weight are you using Chris 😊
I used a piece of Millford 140lb. It’s nice paper, quite soft.
@@ChrisStephenArt Is it hot or cold pressed paper? I've been religiously painting on cotton cold-pressed, and discovered by accident that l adore the soft, silky texture of smooth hot- pressed watercolour paper.
@Bearwithme560 It’s Millford paper, which has a cold press texture. I don’t often use hot pressed, but it would work well for this misty effect
@ChrisStephenArt Thanks. I forgot to add that you're on my short-list of painting tutorialists from whom l learn the most.
@Bearwithme560 That’s great, thanks very much
Great job . However is not very desirable to emerge myself into that wetness lol. Almost I feel wet and cold,and nobady around,,,, solitude and nasty nature.
Thank you. I always see the beauty in mist and rain, etc. It’s full of atmosphere. 😊
Vos tutos sont intéressants, mais pourquoi ne pas afficher la traduction en Français. Si vous ne parlez pas anglais, ce cours de peinture n'a AUCUN intérêt
Heureux que vous trouviez les tutoriels intéressants. Vous devriez pouvoir changer les sous-titres en français dans vos paramètres sur RUclips. Je n'ai aucun contrôle sur la langue affichée
I love this so much.. can't wait to give it a try! 💚 I even like your signature @christopherstephen , lol!!
Thanks so much 😊
This is marvelous! I especially love the stream. It’s so cool to have those ahaaa! moments when maybe one step or darkening the value reveals the movement or element that your eyes see. Thank you!
Thanks so much. I know what you mean, it’s great when you have those moments