Painting a loose painting is not just a technique or style, it's really about having a good grasp on visual language. Is today's video offers you some clarity? ☺
Really a useful video. i think painting loosely is more of an issue for people painting from photos or screens. the urge to paint every detail is largely unconscious. When drawing or painting from life, you dont have time to over paint and you learn quickly to paint the most significant passages and ignore extraneous details.
I really appreciate your sharing your tips on how to paint loosely and hope you do more. You have a wonderful way of explaining your thinking process while painting, which is an absolute treat. Thank you again,
Hi Eric - I'm going buy one of those Escoda brushes you mentioned - could you indicate what size you were using in this vid, or if you have another suggestion? Thanks again for the video/s.
Being a detail-oriented perfectionist, I always admire people who are able to convey the same scene in way less detail. I've also fallen into the loose = fast trap. This is a great lesson for loosening up my style, can't wait to put it in practise!
I can totally relate to being a detail-oriented perfectionist. I want my paintings to have a balance of details and looseness. So this was really helpful for me.
This is the only loose watercolour painting video that really tells how to do it rather than just a video showing the artist painting in speed without any explalanation...thank you so much...I learned a lot today
I always thought that this kind of paintings were done quickly and without much care, but now I see how wrong I was, the way it conveys the mood of the scenery with so little detail is amazing
I agree. It really is the "less is more" approach, but not randomly so but selectively. I texted my compliments to Eric. He explained and demonstrated brilliantly in such a way as to demystify this artistic language. Thrilling to learn from. G Ire
Just want to say thank you. Not only you demonstrated and shared your techniques, you also did not put ads every 3 mins like a lot of RUclipsrs . Hope I can paint close to such level someday.
Eric, I am a seasoned professor in Design Fundamentals and Theatre Design. I am ENERGIZED and DELIGHTED with your keen instructional approach. I was mesmerized by your wonderful, clear, sharp approach. I also have been taking the "visual vocabulary" approach myself, likening "quick" technique to "communication" as you mentioned. I also draw the analogy of "visual POETRY" (using as few "words" as possible to describe a concept. You also have brought this up and it has not only validated how I teach but inspired me some new details on approach. Thank you sir! I have subscribed.
I always get confused by trying so much details to draw in everywhere, everything. I still do not have Visual language. As your exression, i'm talking too much. This video is the hugest, biggest tips I ever heard. Thank you Eric.
My brain instantly went on detail overload at the beginning of your painting and like how focus on just a few of them. Very nicely done. A skill in of itself to overlook the detail.
Un des meilleurs tutoriels que j'ai regardé. Le modèle (photo) toujours présent, les zooms sur les détails et des commentaires de grande qualité. Merci Eric.
That was beautiful.i know now why my paintings look good at one point and then I keep painting and ruin them. I have been “talking too much”. Thank you for this wonderful lesson.
I have watched just two of your videos. Already, I am getting so much about watercolor painting, that I couldn't get out of a book on the topic. I like drawing, but I am overwhelmed by landscapes and colours. Thank you.
I always have struggled to translate detail to visual language. I think artists understand intuitively how to do it, especially with experience and learning techniques from other artists. It’s useful to see it described in words and action.
Your introduction to this subject said it all. The core of the loose painting is visual language, the conversation you have with the viewer. There might be a million ways to have a conversation about any given subject, but there will only be one conversation at a time. Make it a good one.
Thanks for conveying and repeating, over and over in both words and paint, the importance of keeping only what's important. I need that drummed into me. Also, I understood the concept of visual language and allowing the viewer to interpret the scene before watching this, but it's super helpful to hear you talk it while you paint it, and the pace was perfect. I felt like I was painting along with you.
the important thing is the pencil drawing. Thats how they old masters would identify new students. They gave him a pencil and told him/her to draw something. Immediately you can see whether someone is talented. Coloring is a breeze
Very very educational!!! I'm a beginner struggling in how much detail I should keep when sketching, but when you said "you don't need to draw everything to tell audience it's a car", you open a window for me! Thank you very much!!!
Oh Eric what a breath of fresh air you are in this word of tutorials! You are such an articulate and gifted instructor and I thank you so much for making these informative videos. :)
You are such a good teacher and that's the best explanation I've heard. I'll be watching this again. I so tired of hearing 'paint loose' but seeing 'paint fast and messy'. Thank you very much.
I’ve finished watching this video right now with super concentrating on your all the touch and explanation. It’s the first watching, but I already your fan. Maybe I need to watch your videos repeatedly because English is not my mother tongue. Thank you so much for your teaching.
This is brilliant - you actually explain your thought process! Many tutorials lack this but you tell us what's going on as you paint. Wonderful! You are a great teacher because of that. Thank you so much.
Thanks a lot mate! I was following your channel for a while and few months back everything just clicked; when i pushed to practice, of course😅 I was like learning bicycle riding! One tries and tries and all of a sudden one knows how to ride. Thanks again mate!☺ You're an excellent teacher!
I learned so much. Thank you for the bullet points. They help me think through my own art instead of feeling like I need to copy your art to learn the process. Debs in Montana.
I just want to post this comment to say, I am so unbelievably grateful that I found your channel. I cannot thank you enough for putting out such high quality knowledge out like this, I learned so much already from just watching a few videos. Thank you thank you Eric!!
Not only I,m learning watercolor technics but English as well. I enjoy a lot you videos and specially this one because this building is close to my house. Thanks a lot!
Ahhh...what a relaxing yet intelligent activity. I get so much from watching your videos. Your style embodies what I've intuitive thought watercolor should be. You're the 'steve jobs' of watercolor in that you've simplified such an essential component of general life! You have my support!
Muchas gracias Eric por dos cosas: 1.- Por tus estupendas enseñanzas. 2.- Por haber elegido esta estampa tan querida de los madrileños, la calle de Alcalá y la Gran Vía. Un afectuoso saludo desde Madrid, España.
Lucky timing. I had just torn up a painting I had just started today of the same scene in Madrid. My reference photo is of the same building but a bit nearer and under a tree. My attempt at looseness was horrible and, rather than washing out the paint and starting again, I ripped it up and did a search and found your video. Great, thanks
A very good explanation of visual language. I especially like the child’s drawing trying to communicate. I’ve been doing this for years without knowing what I was doing.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching this demo. I love the way you explained the 'hows and whys' and 'how' to paint!!! What to leave out and why etc.. Most demos don't give you the 'secret' It is a beautiful painting and I learned so much from this one piece - thank you.
Everyone who wants to paint loose should watch this tutorial no matter what medium they work in I paint with oils but I'm sure you can take a lot of information from this which will help you to paint in a more loose style it won't be the last time I watch this I've never seen this explanation before, thank you very much !
I am a beginner with watercolors. I love your videos because I get a sense of where I can go in a few years. The visual language is a lovely way of looking at it. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I have watched this a few times and each time I find more to think about. Thank you for sharing your work and knowledge, Eric. This video is very interesting.
This was seriously helpful! I've been trying to loosen up my painting but having the worst time! One guy I've been watching strikes me as really sloppy but he seemed sure it was the right way to paint loose. A lot of people like it but I don't. Your explanation of visual communication makes sense to me so I'm now tackling a very intimidating piece I've been trying off and on for months, with much more confidence. Thank you. 💛
Watching your painting come to life is sensational and your advice on keeping it simple helps me too loosen up. I always put too much detail in my painting, this has taught me a lot. 👏.
This is a great lesson. it is an eye-opener for me. I would liken this painting to a message which is direct and "short but meaty." I also think that you have a gift for teaching. Thank you for sharing and not hoarding your knowledge.
You explained visual language clearly. Now I understand what loose painting is all about. You are eloquent...thanks for sharing, handsome guy. An architect by profession?God bless. I am just an amateur painter studying thru d internet enjoying every brush strokes. M into Acrylic/Oil media yet. Doing researches for watercolor... watercolor...Many good artists can be found. You're one, hijo.
This is a great lesson and I really agree with the importance of visual language. For me, painting is the reflection of inner being, so I love to engage art practices that nourish the inner light while pursuing technical excellence at the same time.
Real technique help! Several yrs ago, in an effort to loosen up (so tense in general that I caught myself holding my breath) I took off my glasses & went to a much larger surface. Sorta' worked.
You explained this issue so well! I really feel like i have a clearer grasp on the concept of loose painting and visual communication. Thank you so much Eric, so glad i subscribed!
These tips are incredibly helpful, I've never heard of them before, but they make so much sense. I've got a huge problem with painting unnecessary elements. Now I'll incorporate asking these important questions when sketching.
Eric, again you point out the importance of connecting the shapes. I find that is one key element of a good painting that I didn’t do, but now will try to remember. Although I’m a longtime watercolor painter I’m self taught, and didn’t know that is important. I’ve missed many of these points. Your street scenes and landscapes are your ‘forte’ . You do them so well. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It’s very much appreciated. BarbraJoan, Tallahassee Florida .
I have struggled so much with water colour painting because I only have experience with acrylic. I created rigid, silly rules about painting in general that stopped me from fully engaging with watercolour. I watched this video and it has unlocked key aspects of watercolour in my mind. Picking and choosing certain things to focus on and not getting too worked up over small details. And that art is an interpretation, not an exact replication. Today was the first time that I have created a watercolour that has been a successful loose watercolour after creating so many watercolours that were rigid and not what I wanted. Thank you so much! You’re a great teacher! The best art teacher I have ever had.
Eric, this is probably the most important demo for me!! You have put your finger on what I've been puzzling over for a long time. I love loose painting but 'fast' is not the solution- it can look scrappy and careless, as mine does unless I just paint everything. Very frustrating. I'll have to listen to this again and take notes. I'll have to think about what I'm looking at and more important is WHAT I want to convey. It can be discouraging when the result is, well, just another careful painting but boring. Fingers crossed, and thank you, you're an inspiration.
Eric, thank you! That is the first time I've heard someone discuss visual language in relation to loose-style painting. I appreciate how well you break down concepts that at first glance seem so impossibly complex. I'm thankful that I found you on RUclips!
Wonderful. I've watched it three times and learned each time. I'm mostly an oil painter trying to loosen up. I've been doing some watercolor work with loose approach in mind. Thanks.
hello i am 江南.now staying in china and now im studying in china nanjing. im aslo dowing watercolour.and honestly thish one is very good explanation about watercolour ,not only painting any kind of vishual subject.very good video.
As they say......'everybody is a critic'. My preference would be much more bright, vivid colors. Excellent work, and your verbal presentation is quite exceptional. Thank you.
This just made me more eager to try out watercolor loose painting . 'Til then, I'd continue doing value studies digitally. You are a great teacher so I understood your points even as a beginner in art. Thank you for being a great teacher and amazing artist.
The concept of visual language is very helpful to me. I know I need to increase my vocabulary and use of adjectives and adverbs to bring sophistication to my paintings. The process and analysis insights were also impactful. Thank you.
Thank you. This is a very helpful description of visual language and loose painting. It makes a lot of sense to me. Thank you for the demonstration and explanation.
Yes, I would love to see more tutorials on loose painting. I just started to learn to paint watercolor. This is the type of painting and technique I want to learn. Thanks for this one. It was enjoyable.
This is the first time I've had a teacher talk about the 3 most important references - Observe, Analyze, and Process. I'm rewatching this for quite a few times, as I'm quilty of trying to copy a photograph as is. I've never liked that about how I approach a painting, but never really knew what to look for. THANK YOU so much for this video.
I am so glad that I have found your videos. I really like your style of painting and also appreciate your narrative. You not only show us how to incorporate your lesson into our painting, but you explain the reasons behind your tips. I also like your eloquent, calm teaching style. Thanks so much. I have subscribed.
I've been drawing/painting detail since I was a kid. I'm trying to break that habit now and paint more representational and loose. I like this video because you not only paint what you preach... you explain how you are thinking along the way. Do more videos like this and to stand out as you grow. Have a new subscriber and like... thank you...
Eric, this is the best video, I felt, about loose painting. Also, I like the structure of your video - starting with outlining key points, followed by example(s) of short painting, then a demo. Thank you very much!
I like your approach. Light is king. Shadows are just the other side of light. Your technique for pairing down details is very well explained. My problem is that no matter how much people like my loose urban scenes, It takes me sometimes years to appreciate my own work. It's frustrating. I love loose painting and my approach is similar to yours. But again, when I'm finished I don't love it. My wife has pulled so many lovely paintings out of the trash, Ironed them out, mounted them, and framed them without telling me. Then she puts them up...at that point I can see the merit.
THANK you. I've been thinking this for a while now. I kept hearing "Oh, just respond to the subject with your impression"--but I was seeing that it's actually a "tighter" process to get the loose painting: completely understanding what you're seeing.
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Painting a loose painting is not just a technique or style, it's really about having a good grasp on visual language. Is today's video offers you some clarity? ☺
very much learned from your theory talking, it's very helpful . Thank you!
Really a useful video. i think painting loosely is more of an issue for people painting from photos or screens. the urge to paint every detail is largely unconscious. When drawing or painting from life, you dont have time to over paint and you learn quickly to paint the most significant passages and ignore extraneous details.
I really appreciate your sharing your tips on how to paint loosely and hope you do more. You have a wonderful way of explaining your thinking process while painting, which is an absolute treat. Thank you again,
So glad I found your vid! I look forward to looking through your channel. I learned much in just few minutes.
Hi Eric - I'm going buy one of those Escoda brushes you mentioned - could you indicate what size you were using in this vid, or if you have another suggestion? Thanks again for the video/s.
Being a detail-oriented perfectionist, I always admire people who are able to convey the same scene in way less detail. I've also fallen into the loose = fast trap. This is a great lesson for loosening up my style, can't wait to put it in practise!
I can totally relate to being a detail-oriented perfectionist. I want my paintings to have a balance of details and looseness. So this was really helpful for me.
@@kulsumkader9410 Me too......detailed work is hard to shake off. Like you, I want to try to give a balance of the two to my work.
@@JVSwailesBoudicca All the best
@@kulsumkader9410 Thank you so much, you too = and enjoy the journey 🤞😊
@@JVSwailesBoudicca thanks
This is the only loose watercolour painting video that really tells how to do it rather than just a video showing the artist painting in speed without any explalanation...thank you so much...I learned a lot today
I always thought that this kind of paintings were done quickly and without much care, but now I see how wrong I was, the way it conveys the mood of the scenery with so little detail is amazing
I agree. It really is the "less is more" approach, but not randomly so but selectively. I texted my compliments to Eric. He explained and demonstrated brilliantly in such a way as to demystify this artistic language. Thrilling to learn from. G Ire
You are a gifted teacher! Thank you for your explanations - it helps so much when you share your thought process and why you make certain decisions. 👏
Just want to say thank you. Not only you demonstrated and shared your techniques, you also did not put ads every 3 mins like a lot of RUclipsrs .
Hope I can paint close to such level someday.
Eric, I am a seasoned professor in Design Fundamentals and Theatre Design. I am ENERGIZED and DELIGHTED with your keen instructional approach. I was mesmerized by your wonderful, clear, sharp approach. I also have been taking the "visual vocabulary" approach myself, likening "quick" technique to "communication" as you mentioned. I also draw the analogy of "visual POETRY" (using as few "words" as possible to describe a concept. You also have brought this up and it has not only validated how I teach but inspired me some new details on approach. Thank you sir! I have subscribed.
Loosness comes with years of experience and confidence
@Painterly Brushes
Sometimes even laziness helps on the path to simplicity :)
Honestly does not take years of experience, not for me anyways
Indeed. I agree. However. I'd like to shorten the the year... 😁
is this about painting or women?
@@bongerding3876 lol
I always get confused by trying so much details to draw in everywhere, everything. I still do not have Visual language. As your exression, i'm talking too much.
This video is the hugest, biggest tips I ever heard. Thank you Eric.
Joohong Lee let the unimportant things go :) if it’s not important, you might not have to paint it :)
Digital work has stained my eyes with detail ad pefectioism. You have reopened them. Blessing Eric
Great lesson !
never painted in my life, i just like his explanations
🙄🤪😳🤔🤔
My brain instantly went on detail overload at the beginning of your painting and like how focus on just a few of them. Very nicely done. A skill in of itself to overlook the detail.
Un des meilleurs tutoriels que j'ai regardé. Le modèle (photo) toujours présent, les zooms sur les détails et des commentaires de grande qualité. Merci Eric.
That was beautiful.i know now why my paintings look good at one point and then I keep painting and ruin them. I have been “talking too much”. Thank you for this wonderful lesson.
I have watched just two of your videos. Already, I am getting so much about watercolor painting, that I couldn't get out of a book on the topic. I like drawing, but I am overwhelmed by landscapes and colours. Thank you.
Love how you explain something deep in an easy to understand way
I always have struggled to translate detail to visual language. I think artists understand intuitively how to do it, especially with experience and learning techniques from other artists. It’s useful to see it described in words and action.
Your introduction to this subject said it all. The core of the loose painting is visual language, the conversation you have with the viewer. There might be a million ways to have a conversation about any given subject, but there will only be one conversation at a time. Make it a good one.
Thanks for conveying and repeating, over and over in both words and paint, the importance of keeping only what's important. I need that drummed into me. Also, I understood the concept of visual language and allowing the viewer to interpret the scene before watching this, but it's super helpful to hear you talk it while you paint it, and the pace was perfect. I felt like I was painting along with you.
the important thing is the pencil drawing. Thats how they old masters would identify new students. They gave him a pencil and told him/her to draw something. Immediately you can see whether someone is talented. Coloring is a breeze
Eric, a definite case of less is more. Very well delivered tutorial, thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Very very educational!!! I'm a beginner struggling in how much detail I should keep when sketching, but when you said "you don't need to draw everything to tell audience it's a car", you open a window for me! Thank you very much!!!
Oh Eric what a breath of fresh air you are in this word of tutorials! You are such an articulate and gifted instructor and I thank you so much for making these informative videos. :)
Helped me so much to see the close up tip of your brush, either out on the very tip or more toward the belly. So delicate. Thank you!
You or so interesting an so good at explaining artwork.I have painted for 55 years and i have learned so much from you Eric an THANKS AGAIN ❤
I am impressed by how little color, value changes and lines you require to make a visually correct statement.
You are such a good teacher and that's the best explanation I've heard. I'll be watching this again. I so tired of hearing 'paint loose' but seeing 'paint fast and messy'. Thank you very much.
I’ve finished watching this video right now with super concentrating on your all the touch and explanation. It’s the first watching, but I already your fan. Maybe I need to watch your videos repeatedly because English is not my mother tongue. Thank you so much for your teaching.
This is brilliant - you actually explain your thought process! Many tutorials lack this but you tell us what's going on as you paint. Wonderful! You are a great teacher because of that. Thank you so much.
Mulțumim pentru lecția de pictură, pentru generozitatea cu care împărtășiți experiența dumneavoastră. Felicitări!❤❤❤🙂😁❤❤❤
Really helpful for beginners, thank you. Please teach more of how an artist sees, analyses, interprets and “tells”
This is one of the most helpful watercolor tutorials I have ever watched. Thank you so much Eric. I've taken HEAPS of notes.
This is an important presentation. Few people take the time to understand visual language when communicating with art. Well done Eric.
And you have such a good eye - noticing subtleties like warm to cool in the buildings. That’s the sort of thing I miss. Thank you Eric. You’re fab!
Best explanation I've heard on a loose painting.
Thanks a lot mate! I was following your channel for a while and few months back everything just clicked; when i pushed to practice, of course😅 I was like learning bicycle riding! One tries and tries and all of a sudden one knows how to ride. Thanks again mate!☺ You're an excellent teacher!
I learned so much. Thank you for the bullet points. They help me think through my own art instead of feeling like I need to copy your art to learn the process.
Debs in Montana.
I just want to post this comment to say, I am so unbelievably grateful that I found your channel. I cannot thank you enough for putting out such high quality knowledge out like this, I learned so much already from just watching a few videos. Thank you thank you Eric!!
Not only I,m learning watercolor technics but English as well. I enjoy a lot you videos and specially this one because this building is close to my house. Thanks a lot!
You are a wonderful teacher. Not everyone has that ability. Thank you for sharing this.
Ahhh...what a relaxing yet intelligent activity. I get so much from watching your videos. Your style embodies what I've intuitive thought watercolor should be. You're the 'steve jobs' of watercolor in that you've simplified such an essential component of general life! You have my support!
Muchas gracias Eric por dos cosas: 1.- Por tus estupendas enseñanzas. 2.- Por haber elegido esta estampa tan querida de los madrileños, la calle de Alcalá y la Gran Vía. Un afectuoso saludo desde Madrid, España.
Lucky timing. I had just torn up a painting I had just started today of the same scene in Madrid. My reference photo is of the same building but a bit nearer and under a tree. My attempt at looseness was horrible and, rather than washing out the paint and starting again, I ripped it up and did a search and found your video. Great, thanks
A very good explanation of visual language. I especially like the child’s drawing trying to communicate. I’ve been doing this for years without knowing what I was doing.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching this demo. I love the way you explained the 'hows and whys' and 'how' to paint!!! What to leave out and why etc.. Most demos don't give you the 'secret' It is a beautiful painting and I learned so much from this one piece - thank you.
What a lovely educational video! ‘A clean wash is more important than highlights” great advice! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Eric, your teachings are sensational, thank you. I'm a beginner in watercolor and I'm learning a lot from your videos. 🤗
Everyone who wants to paint loose should watch this tutorial no matter what medium they work in I paint with oils but I'm sure you can take a lot of information from this which will help you to paint in a more loose style it won't be the last time I watch this I've never seen this explanation before, thank you very much !
I am enjoying your channel very much. You are clear, concise, and calming to listen to. It’s easy to learn in that situation.
I am a beginner with watercolors. I love your videos because I get a sense of where I can go in a few years.
The visual language is a lovely way of looking at it.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I have watched this a few times and each time I find more to think about. Thank you for sharing your work and knowledge, Eric. This video is very interesting.
This was seriously helpful! I've been trying to loosen up my painting but having the worst time! One guy I've been watching strikes me as really sloppy but he seemed sure it was the right way to paint loose. A lot of people like it but I don't. Your explanation of visual communication makes sense to me so I'm now tackling a very intimidating piece I've been trying off and on for months, with much more confidence. Thank you. 💛
Observe / Analyze / Interpret can apply to literally anything, music writing etc ... Fantastic advice
Old artist but new to watercolor…..Wow! This has been soooooo helpful. Blessings and many thanks.
Watching your painting come to life is sensational and your advice on keeping it simple helps me too loosen up. I always put too much detail in my painting, this has taught me a lot. 👏.
Wonderful lesson in watercolor! My father was a watercolor painter, too. Makes me want to try it again! Thank you!
Like a master artist you have discussed most important points to remember in a loose painting. Very useful lesson. Thank a lot for sharing.
I love how you describe this topic. I can see how intentional you are about each stroke. Very inspirational!
I enjoyed the evolution of the picture in tones and light values drawing the eyes into the scene and describing the key forms. Wonderful.
He’s really informative as he paints. Explained how to bring simplicity to the work painting only what is important. Very good.
This is a great lesson. it is an eye-opener for me. I would liken this painting to a message which is direct and "short but meaty." I also think that you have a gift for teaching. Thank you for sharing and not hoarding your knowledge.
You explained visual language clearly. Now I understand what loose painting is all about. You are eloquent...thanks for sharing, handsome guy. An architect by profession?God bless. I am just an amateur painter studying thru d internet enjoying every brush strokes. M into Acrylic/Oil media yet. Doing researches for watercolor... watercolor...Many good artists can be found. You're one, hijo.
This is a great lesson and I really agree with the importance of visual language. For me, painting is the reflection of inner being, so I love to engage art practices that nourish the inner light while pursuing technical excellence at the same time.
Real technique help! Several yrs ago, in an effort to loosen up (so tense in general that I caught myself holding my breath) I took off my glasses & went to a much larger surface. Sorta' worked.
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Interesting technique! I would think that squinting the eyes might be something to try, in eliminating minor detail and revealing value. Peace
Thank you so much! One of the best videos on how to simplify the subjects. This is so important!
Thank you for explaining visual language. This painting is full of contrasts and beautiful.
You explained this issue so well! I really feel like i have a clearer grasp on the concept of loose painting and visual communication. Thank you so much Eric, so glad i subscribed!
These tips are incredibly helpful, I've never heard of them before, but they make so much sense. I've got a huge problem with painting unnecessary elements. Now I'll incorporate asking these important questions when sketching.
Eric, again you point out the importance of connecting the shapes. I find that is one key element of a good painting that I didn’t do, but now will try to remember. Although I’m a longtime watercolor painter I’m self taught, and didn’t know that is important. I’ve missed many of these points. Your street scenes and landscapes are your ‘forte’ . You do them so well. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It’s very much appreciated. BarbraJoan, Tallahassee Florida .
I have struggled so much with water colour painting because I only have experience with acrylic. I created rigid, silly rules about painting in general that stopped me from fully engaging with watercolour. I watched this video and it has unlocked key aspects of watercolour in my mind. Picking and choosing certain things to focus on and not getting too worked up over small details. And that art is an interpretation, not an exact replication. Today was the first time that I have created a watercolour that has been a successful loose watercolour after creating so many watercolours that were rigid and not what I wanted. Thank you so much! You’re a great teacher! The best art teacher I have ever had.
Exactly what I was looking for. I am going to try this wash idea with a mountain landscape I am working on that has so much detail. Thank you!
You've guided through this with so much understanding. Very informative. A video I plan to watch over and over! Thank you
Excellent tutorial. Plenty of info but really appreciated the fast forwards, meaning that the film held my attention the whole time. Thank you
I just started painting recently and using these techniques is really helpful before I try to paint with lots of detail.
After 4 years of looking at videos I know how good this tutorial is. Thank you!!
Eric, this is probably the most important demo for me!! You have put your finger on what I've been puzzling over for a long time. I love loose painting but 'fast' is not the solution- it can look scrappy and careless, as mine does unless I just paint everything. Very frustrating. I'll have to listen to this again and take notes. I'll have to think about what I'm looking at and more important is WHAT I want to convey. It can be discouraging when the result is, well, just another careful painting but boring. Fingers crossed, and thank you, you're an inspiration.
Thank you. You are a truly gifted teacher and painter. Please keep making videos.
YES, finally someone else than marco bucci who talks about visual language...
Eric, thank you! That is the first time I've heard someone discuss visual language in relation to loose-style painting. I appreciate how well you break down concepts that at first glance seem so impossibly complex. I'm thankful that I found you on RUclips!
Wonderful. I've watched it three times and learned each time. I'm mostly an oil painter trying to loosen up. I've been doing some watercolor work with loose approach in mind. Thanks.
This is not something I have heard explained this way. Very helpful. Please expound
You convinced me you are better than anyone around with tutorials in the first 20 seconds. I'm subscribing forever
hello i am 江南.now staying in china and now im studying in china nanjing. im aslo dowing watercolour.and honestly thish one is very good explanation about watercolour ,not only painting any kind of vishual subject.very good video.
As they say......'everybody is a critic'. My preference would be much more bright, vivid colors. Excellent work, and your verbal presentation is quite exceptional. Thank you.
This just made me more eager to try out watercolor loose painting . 'Til then, I'd continue doing value studies digitally. You are a great teacher so I understood your points even as a beginner in art. Thank you for being a great teacher and amazing artist.
this is actually so helpful tysm. probably learned a lot about how to read other people's paintings too.
The concept of visual language is very helpful to me. I know I need to increase my vocabulary and use of adjectives and adverbs to bring sophistication to my paintings. The process and analysis insights were also impactful. Thank you.
Your painting and verbal talents are superior! Thank you for sharing your gifts. I love your videos.
The most valuable aspect of watercolour painting. What a great video and very well explained. Beautiful painting.
Thank you. This is a very helpful description of visual language and loose painting. It makes a lot of sense to me. Thank you for the demonstration and explanation.
Yes, I would love to see more tutorials on loose painting. I just started to learn to paint watercolor. This is the type of painting and technique I want to learn. Thanks for this one. It was enjoyable.
I love your in depth understanding of visual language. The lesson is very helpful. Thank you. Cape Town
Very informative. I am not a loose painter but can’t seem to paint looser. VERY HELPFUL,
This is the first time I've had a teacher talk about the 3 most important references - Observe, Analyze, and Process. I'm rewatching this for quite a few times, as I'm quilty of trying to copy a photograph as is. I've never liked that about how I approach a painting, but never really knew what to look for. THANK YOU so much for this video.
I am so glad that I have found your videos. I really like your style of painting and also appreciate your narrative. You not only show us how to incorporate your lesson into our painting, but you explain the reasons behind your tips. I also like your eloquent, calm teaching style. Thanks so much. I have subscribed.
Just the instruction I needed to correct what I am doing wrong. This has been terrific help for me. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing your gift. You communicate beautifly in a way I understand; with your words and visually. I like the way you teach.
I've been drawing/painting detail since I was a kid. I'm trying to break that habit now and paint more representational and loose. I like this video because you not only paint what you preach... you explain how you are thinking along the way. Do more videos like this and to stand out as you grow. Have a new subscriber and like... thank you...
Eric, this is the best video, I felt, about loose painting. Also, I like the structure of your video - starting with outlining key points, followed by example(s) of short painting, then a demo. Thank you very much!
I like your approach. Light is king. Shadows are just the other side of light. Your technique for pairing down details is very well explained. My problem is that no matter how much people like my loose urban scenes, It takes me sometimes years to appreciate my own work. It's frustrating. I love loose painting and my approach is similar to yours. But again, when I'm finished I don't love it. My wife has pulled so many lovely paintings out of the trash, Ironed them out, mounted them, and framed them without telling me. Then she puts them up...at that point I can see the merit.
THANK you. I've been thinking this for a while now. I kept hearing "Oh, just respond to the subject with your impression"--but I was seeing that it's actually a "tighter" process to get the loose painting: completely understanding what you're seeing.
Thank you, your teaching and demos are very appreciated and wonderful helps so I can grow in this!