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Cold Press vs Hot Press Watercolor Paper: A Beginner’s Guide
Texture, absorbency, paint flow—it all comes down to the paper you use. In this beginner-friendly post, I explain how cold press and hot press watercolor paper behave so you can choose the one that helps your art shine. Plus, I share tips for making the most of whichever you choose.
Learn to Paint a Blue Whale in Watercolor
Ready to dive into watercolor animals? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to paint a gorgeous blue whale with soft blends and bold contrasts. You’ll get tips on water control, color mixing, and using white gouache for those dreamy finishing touches. Perfect for ocean lovers!
Learn to Paint Beginner Watercolor Leaves
Let’s continue painting leaves! In this video, I teach you the next steps—how to use stroke techniques to shape your leaves and how to mix colors that really pop. It’s the second part of my leaf series, and it’s perfect if you’re ready to get a little more confident with your brushwork.
Which Should You Use: Gouache or Watercolor?
Gouache vs watercolor doesn’t have to be a mystery. In this blog, I share how each one behaves on paper, what makes them different, and which one to use depending on the look you’re going for. Whether you love light and flowy or bold and velvety, this guide will help you find your perfect match.
How to Paint Anything in Watercolor: 5 Simple Steps
Feeling stuck staring at a blank page? In this video, I’ll show you how to paint anything using five simple watercolor steps. From sketch to final detail, you’ll learn the process that works for any subject—flowers, animals, landscapes, and more. Let’s take the pressure off and just start painting.
How to Paint a Tropical Ocean Landscape in Watercolor
In this step-by-step tutorial, I walk you through painting a watercolor ocean scene from a drone’s perspective—think turquoise water, soft sand, and gentle waves. It’s simpler than it looks and just takes a bit of patience. Plus, around minute 10, there’s a twist that might just change how you think about mistakes in art.
Paint 10 Different Watercolor Trees With Me
Let’s paint trees together—10 of them, to be exact! I’ll guide you through each one with step-by-step tips that cover everything from shape and leaves to layering and texture. These are beginner-friendly, calming to paint, and perfect for building your confidence with nature scenes.
Learn to Paint Loose Watercolor Florals
Painting flowers in watercolor doesn’t have to be intimidating. In this step-by-step video, I walk you through the basics of painting loose-style flowers using two different brush holds. You’ll learn side-facing and open-faced blooms—perfect for beginners who want to feel more confident with florals.
Step-by-Step Watercolor Dogs for Beginners
Grab your brush and let’s paint some pups! In this video, I guide you through four different dog designs using loose watercolor techniques. It’s perfect for beginners and dog lovers alike. These exact dogs were featured in my Casetify collection and on planners at Staples—now it’s your turn to try!
Make Your Watercolor Paintings Pop With These Tips
Sometimes it’s the smallest marks that make the biggest difference. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through 7 ways to add watercolor details that help bring your art to life. These techniques are easy to pick up and super versatile, whether you're painting florals, faces, or landscapes.
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Watercolor Tutorials to Paint Your Favorite Spring Blooms
Want to paint tulips, roses, or a whole wildflower field? This blog has step-by-step watercolor tutorials for all your favorite spring florals. With a mix of techniques and easy-to-follow videos, you’ll feel more confident creating loose, vibrant flowers in no time.
Best YouTube Watercolor Lessons You Can Watch Today
You don’t need fancy tools or tons of experience to get started with watercolor. This post highlights the best YouTube tutorials that walk you through the basics, show how to paint full scenes, and teach you how to add those finishing details that make your art shine.
Two Watercolor Techniques That Change Everything
Whether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, this tutorial focuses on two essential watercolor techniques: wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry. I’ll show you how to practice them, how they behave on the page, and why they’ll totally transform the way you paint.
The Ultimate Beginner Watercolor Tutorial
Ready to finally learn watercolor? This beginner-friendly video is basically a full workshop—from supplies and color theory to brush strokes and painting a floral wreath. I’ve packed in years of teaching experience to help you build a strong foundation, even if you’ve never picked up a brush before.
Watercolor Peonies and Lilies Tutorial
This peony painting has a special place in my heart—it became part of my tech collection with Casetify! In this tutorial, I show you how to paint it from start to finish, using layering, color blending, and brush control to bring those petals to life. Grab your brushes and let’s create something beautiful!