2. Watercolour Equipment - An Introduction for Beginners

[@jcsallen3]

In all the classes I've taken over the years, I have NEVER been told hold to get paint on the brush!!! I love you teaching me! Thank you!!!!!!!

[@donnacarraway9182]

Thank you so much! I have never heard anyone else ever talk about loading the brush! You have a remarkable sense about how to teach!! Thank you again and again!!

[@ladyinblack3398]

I liked it most that you did not push all the expensive name brand stuff people "have to have". At the end it is brush mileage and lots of practice. I did like thay you defended Daler Rowney and how you explained how you get along with it so well because you learned with it from the get go. In the USA Daler Rowney is somwhat treated like a sad step child of the art brands and is not regarded as professional, it is also not wideley available. Here it is easier to get the cotman series. I also liked what you said about the student grade watercolors. Windsor Newton Cotman and Schmincke Akademie are student grade paints. I started with the Schmincke Horadam 12 set and then bought one Akademie set 24 for the box and found out that the Akademie paints are identical in the , lightfastness and that they only differ in the filling of the pans of 4 versus 5 level to the Hooradam. Even the pigments are the same, and Schmincke says that the Horadam are milled finer. In my trials, I have not found a significant difference at all. Not even in the color vibrancy. I enjoy using them very much. Even though I have the Horadam I find myself reaching for the Akademie colors first. Especially for practice and at home. You pay about 50 bucks less for the Akademie colors. Indeed, I like them so much that I bought another 12- set for on the go. Once it's on the paper no one can tell which is which. So just use what you can readily get in your country and area. Btw, both brands the Cotman and Schmincke Student grade can be purchased by individual colors which is also importand not to have to buy a new whole set each time.

[@denny2403]

Oliver, just came upon your U-Tube site and cannot stop listening to your tutorials. You are, by far, the best I have ever encountered. I have been painting for a few years now and wish I had come upon your teachings earlier. I am sure I will listen to them all. Thank you so much. Montana, USA. P.S. Just spent a week in the Cotswolds. Wonderful scenery.

[@ladyinblack3398]

MT USA here too

[@tesshiva]

The exercise you gave has been amazing for me! I am becoming so much more aware of the subtleties of dilution, instead of sloshing water around and going over- or under-. I am enjoying your tutorials so very much. Many Thanks for helping me to learn at my own pace.

[@chrispolette8443]

Oh my goodness! You are such a good teacher! Thank you!

[@kieulannguyen1193]

Thank you so much. I am a beginner and found your video is helpful for me to get started. ❤❤❤

[@Wunderhof]

Thank you for this brilliant and absolutely unpretentious introduction. All beginners should watch this!

[@TheEtonline1]

Olly, thanks much, you are the first person offering watercolor lesson that told me to put water in the palette then get paint. Seems so silly now that I couldn't figure out that simple thing. Really enjoy your other lessons. Think I may finally make some headway.

[@corallall]

Yeeah, agreed!!!😊

[@swiitchy511]

The painting behind you during this wonderful presentation brought me to literal tears; thank you. Liked and subbed!

[@JoPattyn]

Hi Oliver, I have started aquarel painting just recently - so I'm not specialist - but experimented with different different brushes, paper and techniques. I found the quality and type of paper one of the most important factors. I have setup an experiment to help understand that: I wet a large stroke of the paper and then painted a fine straight line every minute as the paper is drying. It takes a longer time for cellulose paper to start absorbing the water then for coton paper. For painting wet on wet it is very important to wait some longer to start mixing the second color than with coton paper. You can also 'measure' the time before the sharp lines will stop bleeding out. This experiment is was very helpfull to understand the timing of painting the different layers for a specific paper. I will also repeat the experiment as soon we have some hotter weather, it certainly will affect the timing. Best regards and thanks for all your teaching. Jo

[@oksanakulkovets5692]

That true. Getting familiar with results of different touches of paper important to feel free and confident.

[@Kat31hay]

So love the way this beginners course is going. I wish I had it before I did my Intro course and dropped several hundred dollars on stuff I didn't need or use. Thank you for keeping practicality in mind for our hobbies small bank books. We're ready for more!

[@AprilSanPedro]

I wish I knew your channel before I started. I really love your generousity in giving insights. More so your practices. I i enjoy the mixing video by the way. Very helpful. Thank you so much and looking forward to more videos 😊.

[@valeriemacrae8441]

Thank you so much for sharing all the information and tips here. I just became interested in watercolor painting and as I text this I have my paint and brushes already in the mail. They aren’t what you recommend but if I like this new adventure I will be ordering different. I really enjoy your videos and feel blessed that I came across them I will be watching again and continuing with this thank you thank you

[@NigelBarrow-v3v]

Wish I'd found you a year ago when I was starting out. It would have saved me a fortune and made life a lot easier.

[@Rockymtnbloom]

I wished I had begun with 100% cotton paper starting after learning beginning color theory, approximately after the first month of practice. And bought less brushes and equipment. Your skill in washes will improve quickly on good paper. It tends to hold moisture longer, extending your work time. It lifts color better. It buckles less. Yes it is expensive but you can use the back side, and you can practice techniques on top of failed paintings, you can cut up into cards, even gesso over the painting. A single sheet can be cut into 8 or 10 pieces. I finally moved into good paper, after producing something I liked, but the pulp paper limitations with masking fluid removal were apparent. There was a learning curve, but then the glorious reality of rapid improvement began! You don't need a hundred brushes, and synthetic is fine to start. But don't skimp on paper or paint if you want to quickly improve. Your time is worth something!

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Of course there are benefits to painting on cotton, but not to the extent that cellulose is to be avoided. Many professional painters enjoy using it. The idea that ‘quick improvement’ in watercolour can be equipment-driven is one of the biggest mistakes that beginners and amateurs make.

[@dannajolie]

I highly recommend the Daler-Rowney products. The Aquafine range is of excellent quality, from paints, brushes, to masking fluid, etc. The Artist watercolour paints are superbe, a joy to use, the colours are rich and gorgeous (too bad they are hard to find outside the UK). The Langton Prestige is a wonderful paper. So you can't go wrong with them.

[@nationalheritagenaturepark6651]

Thanks, Oliver for a wonderfully delivered chat from which my favorite takeaway is... Practice, becoming familiar with my kit and what I am capable of achieving whilst having fun... You lifted my spirits today. Have a great week ahead. Kind regards Keith.

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Thanks Keith - the same to you too.

[@firechick561]

I really appreciate your explaining about the difference in the quality of grades & why using lower quality will not hinder you, especially in the beginning. I was very confused & knew I couldn't afford 100% cotton for practice. I use different weights of coldpress w/undefined content & it's fine for learning all the elements of watercolor. And thank you for showing a blend of cellulose & cotton can work too if you know how to get the results you desire. AND your explanation of the advantage of using the primary colors in warm, cool & neutrals shows the best way to learn color mixing. Looking at your work clearly shows why color mixing provides a signature result - it makes all the difference in the world. TY 💖

[@adrianmorley3577]

Thank you Oliver. In the middle of last year at age 77 and on a limited budget I started to try my hand at water colour painting. While there are lots of tutorials of pictures being painted I found your instruction and advise the most help. I can keep going back over them. Thanks very much.

[@victoriah6665]

I am a new subscriber and also new to watercolor painting and I was overthinking all the products and name brand high end items out there. I find Oliver’s work and instructions very helpful. I am looking forward to following all his videos and hope to gain knowledge about this art form. I am a total beginner with no classroom education but in watching his videos and another KZbinr paintcrush with Kristi I am able to enjoy the learning process and have fun at the same time. I hope your painting is going well 😊

[@JEBavido]

The wonderful thing about Daler Rowney art supplies in the US is, they’re sold inexpensively at Walmart stores! There is no art supply store within thirty miles of my house, and much much farther for many people, but I have a Walmart within ten miles, so I’m all set!

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

That's interesting - and good to hear. It's a great brand.

[@timk.1395]

That was a good "rant" about paper. I have been using multi-media paper to practice on, and it works ok if you dont expect to use a lot of water.

[@lynnl6965]

Wow. Everything I wanted to know as a brand-new experimenter in watercolour painting! Pleasant demeanour and very encouraging and supportive. Thanks so much. I've subscribed and look forward to more of your tutorials.

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Thanks for subscribing Lynne - most kind.

[@johnloveys6855]

Totally agree with using Aquafine paper . It suits me fine and suits my budget . I think if you are taking up watercolour painting , you need to practice more than worry about using up more expensive paper . A better cricket bat will not make you a better cricketer , technique and practice will .

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Quite right John.......but I'm still hoping to stumble across the magic cricket bat one day!

[@anniedjo6292]

Thank you so much…that was so helpful to me as a learner!

[@Sam48772]

You are an inspiration! Thankyou

[@Wolf-6567]

Really helped, I learned a huge amouunt thank you- have a great day

[@Elena141961]

спаибо огромное за ваш урок! вы вдохновляете,очень убедительно говорите и хочется сразу рисовать и быть лучше,чем я есть сейчас. спасибо!! рисую и учусь вмксте с вами!

[@lisac5287]

Great series, thank you.

[@joebeamish]

This is good but I wish you showed how you stretch and attach paper to your board, and how you incline the board or not.

[@TheBeverleyann]

Thank you so so much !

[@john-nx4xn]

It blows my mind that u'll go from one color into another without washing brush first. It looks like it majorly pollutes ur "pure color" source.😊

[@gasperettiarts]

I remember when I started painting (I started with oils, the medium I still use the most, but I absolutely love working with watercolors) I spent quite a lot of money when what I really needed would have cost me one fraction. About watercolors: the vast majority of “cheap” student grade paints are more than good for the absolute beginner, some of such paints really good. Where I would maybe spend a little more is high quality paper. You can paint little sketches or experiments on super cheap paper, but good paper is a must, even for beginners. For me personally, the heavier the better.

[@vishnukm5479]

Lots of important information's , Thank you

[@janesanchez213]

I needed this video so much. Been trying to collect better materials , but too expensive. Going to just have “ a go of it” with my cheap stuff here in San Diego 🌺🌊. Thank you Ollie ☺️

[@emmilvonradosoft]

Thanks for the great video. My local art shop sells Russian watercolors WhiteNights, which are great quality for its price. Unfortunately, due to recent geopolitical development, they will be not available anymore. Thanks to this video I might look for the ones you recommend. And I do approve the Laphroaig mini cask :).

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

They are excellent quality, and such a competitive price. Hopefully things will return to normal soon - it's a shame that they're no longer available. The mini cask was too mini I'm afraid!!

[@yipyip2020yip]

Thanks for your demonstration ~~

[@deannaodaniel2551]

Super teacher, well organized!

[@lunaverde1785]

Thank you so much! 🍀🌞

[@lynda8852]

Thank you for this video. I have just started to get my paints together to start watercolor. I tried loading the brush and got the dry .ess you said it would be if you dont go to your palette first. I did not like what i saw with the dry but didnt know how to fix it Thanks to you i now know what to do. So i can go forward and see a better result Best wishes

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

That's great Lynda - happy painting!

[@C.Hawkshaw]

Thanks!

[@johnwhitehead7600]

Another excellent and concise video Sir, also a very nice Laphroaig 10 Yr on the shelf.

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Empty, sadly!

[@shorezamani4617]

Thank you ,, very kind of you, risponding all comment, i wish you the best

[@elainethompson6180]

Thank you for saying that you need not used 100% cotton for beginners. I am a beginner and everyone I watched on KZbin made me feel I I was required to use 100% cotton to paint good

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Thanks Elaine - yes, it's perfectly possible to make good paintings on cheaper paper.

[@themusicman-ij7op]

I noticed that you were using a blue, then you added a red/brown to it with the same blue brush, making the brown pad dirty ? What if you needed that brown, a little later on it’s own ,how do you clean it ?

[@joannecordelia]

Do you use anything on the palette to stop the paint from beading up. Some people use something to wipe on first, then rub it off, but I’m not sure what it is. Do you use anything? Thank you!

[@rpmvandenbos]

thanks for the information. very good to understand with important information that you do not have to buy the world in order to get started. what would you do when you do use tube paint, and it hardens to pan like paint? Can you reactivate it, or just chuck it away and start again? or does that never happen to you as you paint daily I presume? thanks, Rob

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Thanks Rob. Yes, ultimately it does harden, but it is easy to wet it again, like pans. One, caveat......some brands are more difficult to wet than others, as the formulation of the paint in pans can differ slightly to the way it is made for pans. My large ceramic palette has a lid that you can put on top of it which keeps the paint wet for several days. After a while, instinct tells you how much you'll need on your palette and you can always add more if needed.

[@wellingtonlessa96]

Olá, tudo bem?!. Descobri seus vídeos hoje,mas não falo inglês. Seria possível você adicionar legendas para português?.Entre outras línguas. Seu trabalho é magnífico! 🌟✨👌🏾

[@bahiretangul6698]

I am sorry but I do not agree with starting with non-cotton paper. In the first 6 moths I tried to do that and I did not improve or even understood how watercolour behaves. Unfortunately everything is so expensive and I do have a fear of wasting paper. I found the solution in using both sides of the paper. It helps a bit.

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

No worries Bahire - we all have different experiences and there's nothing wrong with that. Because I learned to paint on pulp paper I've never had the problems with it that some others experience and many professional artists are still comfortable using it for their gallery work.

[@hannastocksick7395]

Good paper give the pigments the best surface and therefore you can achieve their best performance. Of course if you don’t know how to paint the paper won’t make you a good one, but yes, the quality of paper makes a huge difference! Maybe someone like you can make beautiful paintings on regular cheap paper, but for us mortals the good 100% cotton paper is essential. Arches, the french brand is irreplaceable. Once you paint on it you’re hooked.

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

100% paper is wonderful to paint on and brings many benefits. It isn't essential. Arches is indeed a lovely paper to use. It isn't irreplaceable; I use Arches, Waterford, Milford and Langton Prestige as my 100% cotton papers - each different but great to paint on in their own individual ways. Some cellulose papers are excellent to paint on and are perfectly suitable for beginners - they just require a different approach, but suggesting that they will become better painters and learn quicker using 100% cotton is a common amateur mistake - "if I use Roger Federer's tennis racquet then I'l be able to play more like him."

[@santoshi1259]

Hi Oliver. I'm a subscriber and really enjoy your videos. They are very informative. Can you tell me where I can purchase the smaller ceramic pallet, the one with 8 troughs. Also, I understand you use a large round brush made by Rosemary - can you tell which version it is. Many thanks and look forward to your future instalments

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

My equipment list can be found here www.ourlandscape.co.uk/kit-resources

[@designqq8905]

Can you simply squeeze out more tube paint onto the ceramic palette and leave them out and use it just like a box set.? (I guess one has to cover palette with something after use to prevent them from drying out completely)

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Yes of course. The only thing to keep in mind is that there can be a difference in formulation between pan and tubes with some brands, making pans easier to re-wet. Ultimately, the benefit of tube paint is that the immediacy of picking up pigment in its soft, out-of-the-tube form.

[@clairemoore2753]

Is it a good idea to spray my pans with water before using them, to activate the paint?

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

It's a very good idea Claire - I do it each time I use my pans

[@tinman1943]

Just to reinforce a point others have made: I've been watching watercolor KZbins and even taken several in-person classes for 2 years now, and you're the first one who's ever discussed loading the brush! Also, I understand your advice about expensive paper: I bought some expensive paper and paints but have been afraid to "waste" it just "practicing". But after all, even the "expensive" stuff is just paper--my friends doing acrylics and oils spend a fortune on canvas! Even with "expensive" materials and tools, watercolors is the cheapest hobby I've ever tried. Since I found your channel, I've been doing more "practicing" and I'm surprising myself that things are starting to look more like I intended. Thank you Oliver for great tutorials. BTW, I'm an 80 yo living in USA, but had a chance to spend a week in Sussex many years ago--beautiful country.

[@mirelairinapetre6503]

He's maybe the first for you,but not the only one.Still,his lessons are fun to watch even for advanced painters.I just discovered him,in 2024 and I can say for sure,that he is one of the best.

[@EdoHannema-Watercolour-Art]

Although I have way to many brushes. But also old sables I just keep them for their belly and not their point anymore. But you have to have regular friends you can depend on. When you see Fletcher Watson paint with his old pals the Old Squirrel that is bend and crooked, but does exactly what he wants with trees and washes. I chose myself always 3 or 4 brushes and pigments I want to make the watercolour with. And just deal with them. it makes your work like it is. Painting is also a handwriting thing! 20 years or more ago I was next to a lady in a art shop that asked for a brush that could paint rose petals. The salesman smiled a bit and said ,they all can! But it is you that have to steer them in the right positions!

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Good advice Edo - and I like that rose petal story. Very true!

[@robertohilariolopezgaray9383]

Your explanations about watercolor are really good but you also have another great quality is that the English in which you express yourself is very understandable for someone with a low level of the language. Among the many videos I watch in English, it is possibly one of the ones I understand best.

[@belindahall5220]

Thank you Thank you!!! And not that I'm a complete beginner, but working with tube paints, dried into pallette wells, I never quite got the water to paint ratio right. This simple but important exercise helps SO much!!! You are a gifted and perceptive teacher Ollie!:) And your paintings are so lovely!!

[@inglishhomeandgarden8386]

After watching several different ones, this is THE BEST watercolour channel I have come across!

[@caseystorm4999]

Excellent, well paced, honest, confidence building installment with all of the expert advice you need as a beginner to start your watercolour journey. Im always learning from you Olly and immensely grateful. Thankyou. Best wishes Casey

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

You're very welcome Casey - and thank you.

[@shorezamani4617]

You are the best, nobody explain so perfect as you do,,, thanks,

[@suemciver636]

Wow. Another great video full of information for beginners and even for those who have been painting for a while but need a little refresher. Thank you Oliver for sharing your talent and knowledge with us.

[@gr8fng]

Thank you this is an excellent video for newbies like myself 👌

[@nicholaspuchetti2557]

So helpful Oliver... thank you again... you have simplified the needed equipment. You are a wonderful teacher. Thank you again....Nick

[@sandrasmith538]

I am a 75 yr old beginner. I've watched tutorials until I'm dizzy. I keep yelling HOW, HOW do I load the brush, HOW much water to begin, etc. Others never actually showed the palette or what they were doing on it. You simply showed us how. Thank you. Now on to mixing. I'm sure you will help. And more practice with enthusiasm.

[@franceswalls699]

Now I know what I have been doing wrong - loading my brush! Thank you (70 y o Aussie) taken up watercolour for fun and relaxation !

[@kathryns3715]

Excellent, informative tutorial. Thank you so much 🙂

[@jackieconnell7183]

brilliant, as a beginner i am loading my brush wrong, Fantastic beginner information cheers

[@carolray3637]

Excellent video, as you do, Olly - I truly wish I had access to your content when I was starting out. Cheers, from British Columbia, Canada

[@trishcusworth4950]

Some of my better paintings done on cheaper paper. Because I haven't been afraid of making a mistake. Because it is cheaper I'm not afraid. I have expensive paper but won't use it.

[@markgraham8276]

Hello Oliver. I came to art late in life and needing something to help distract me from chronic pain, I tried watercolour and wow am I hooked. I've watched many of your videos and really appreciate the detail you go into, and how much you give to help people. Thank you so much, your videos have really helped me develop my skills.

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Fantastic Mark - and thank you. Sorry to hear about the pain, but hope that you're able to manage that ok. The challenge of watercolour can be very addictive - there's always something new to learn and achieve, knowing that we sometimes end up getting beaten by it.....but that's the fun of it!

[@brianparnell2256]

Having painted for many years this video isn’t aimed at me as such but your presentation is always of interest, informative and enjoyable. Thanks.

[@dianemurphy5307]

Thanks so much! As a beginner I found the guidance about loading my brush especially helpful. Hopefully this will help prevent some of the problems I've had that you described so well.

[@TheArghnono]

Thank you, Olly, for another excellent video. I did not know I was supposed to wet my palette before adding paint to it - I knew there was something wrong with how my colours spread on the paper but yours is the first video to ever mention this. I am very thankful! Wishing you all the best.

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

thank you, and all the best to you too. have a go with that technique and after a little experimentation you'll start to find a consistency that gives you the right reference point for mixing stronger or more dillute washes

[@leesatucker3830]

So helpful! Thank you!!! I appreciate the help with brushes;

[@vickimack7932]

I’m not sure if you read these comments but I just want to thank you for sharing your gift with us!!! Loading the brush and giving examples of what happens when loading incorrectly was a big light bulb moment for me. No one has ever taught that like you just did. I think well it’s common sense but it’s not in watercolor. Blessings in your art journey and again thank you. 🙏

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

From tine to time, i do! I don’t always get time to respond now, sadly. But thank you so much for your kind words - I’m delighted you found it helpful.

[@jelly8594]

As you mentioned: don't get expensive sable/squirrel brushes - not only because they are expensive, but furthermore because of the animals that are killed only for their hair. Synthetic brushes are so good these days.

[@john-nx4xn]

U must not have eaten squirrel 🐿️ gravy b4

[@arsenioamador2370]

I've eaten squirrel gumbo but I think it's disgusting to kill any animal for it's fur.

[@dsmith9572]

Synthetic brushes are petroleum, an industry not so animal friendly. Maybe worse than using natural fiber? Also I like the feel of natural fiber, even the cheap camel hair jobs, much better than nylon. But he's right about paper, I love paper with fragile surface because it lets me scrub in a bit of texture.

[@geslinam9703]

@@arsenioamador2370gumbo, paint brushes, fur clothing - in the end, it’s all the same to a dead squirrel.

[@firechick561]

I really appreciate your explaining about the difference in the quality of grades & why using lower quality will not hinder you, especially in the beginning. I was very confused & knew I couldn't afford 100% cotton for practice. I use different weights of coldpress w/undefined content & it's fine for learning all the elements of watercolor. And thank you for showing a blend of cellulose & cotton can work too if you know how to get the results you desire. AND your explanation of the advantage of using the primary colors in warm, cool & neutrals shows the best way to learn color mixing. Looking at your work clearly shows why color mixing provides a signature result - it makes all the difference in the world. TY 💖

[@wendyizod923]

I’m just going though your introduction videos again to refresh all the information again, so very useful, thank you.

[@CarolKettelkamp]

I’m so glad I found this series of tutorials! What a great way for the beginner to get their feet-and the palette-wet with watercolor! Expert advice that is easy to follow makes it all seem so doable. Thank you! I’m excited to get started!

[@toddbridges8834]

Great advice… clear and encouraging. Thanks!!!!!!!

[@ddtuss2585]

The paper comments hit home. I have cheaper paper and expensive paper. I’m afraid to use the expensive. It is still wrapped in cellophane.

[@bithiasherman]

Oliver you seem to be in my head. Every time you give a lecture it seems to be the very thing that I am desiring to learn. As a beginner I struggle with many of the things that you discuss. But the clarity with which you teach and the application then that I can apply is so phenomenally helpful. I'm not saying that I paint as beautiful as you do, no way, however, your explanation of how the colors work and blend together is so incredibly helpful. Now, I need to get busy and keep working on my color charts. It is through this that I have a better understanding and will be able to paint with greater fluidity.

[@fsll1575]

I liked your comment about quality level needed when one start in watercolour or any other mediums (I experimented in acrylic and oil as well) Those student grade do provide a good "feeling" of the medium and practice ground at a reasonable price before jumping in artist grade with some more serious artwork. Also thank you for the loading brush technic, first time I hear about it in all those youtube video I watched so far.

[@shellyparker8960]

A thousand thank yous for this video! Thank you for taking the time. One of the best into to watercolor videos I've watched! I appreciate your teaching.

[@trevordavies9229]

Excellent video Olly. I always watch videos by you, whatever level they're aimed at, I usually learn something. This time it was adding water to the palette first, have never seen this suggested before. Thank you.

[@allanpennington]

Am I first to comment? I must be the only one up and out of bed in the antipodes. Great videos! I’m always excited each time the notification bell tells me a new one arrives.

[@pinnacleview2938]

I can never understand. How do I find all of the tutorials for beginners do I have to pay?

[@aliourensepr1688]

Those little things nobody tells you, make the difference to me...thanks for your time!

[@asunsol]

This has been so helpful! I realise now I was lacking this basic techniques and they are fundamental to have a good grasp on Watercolour so THANK YOU 🙏 😊

[@asunsol]

You are a magnificent teacher 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Zinginaround1]

Thank you, you explain and demonstrate so well!

[@kerriclarke9366]

Loading the brush exercise showed exactly what I have been doing wrong! Fantastic beginner information that I wish I had in the very beginning. Watching all the tutorials (free and paid) have missed this very important step - even missed in the few face-to-face lessons I had prior to covid.

[@carolehayes5418]

Thank You so much . I have wasted so much paint simply because I didn't understand how to apply the paint to the brush. Very basic, but neglected by other teachers. I look forward to viewing the next video for beginners.

[@mrrambolini9711]

Superb advice - crystal clear and well delivered!

[@tamardaniel2115]

I love your videos Mr. Pyle!! I remember in elementary school in art class having watercolor time and being so frustrated about why my paint wasnt as pigmented as I would have liked. Now I look back on learning about Georgia O'Keeffe and understand the artistry, your work is absolutely phenomenal. I think how blessed I was to have that time. Thank you so much for explaining and making these videos! I will give the techniques a go and just doodle and enjoy my time mixing colors, loading my brush and trying different techniques on my paper ^.^ I'm looking forward to your next videos, they are greatly appreciated! Many blessings to you and yours ❤

[@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442]

Thank you Tamar - most kind. Have fun with the doodling, it's really helpful

[@tamardaniel2115]

@@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 thank you for the instructions!! I understand what you mean by loading the brush, I used to think that the more paint I put on the brush the more likely it would drip on the paper and make mistakes. But I learned that the brush can hold the paint for quite a while it's remarkable and there are absolutely no drops! Also, the sound of the brush across the paper is quite therapeutic 😌

[@jaitasarkar9722]

GOD BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU.....

[@mizninepatch]

Great video Olly, thanks for all the work you put into it.

[@Bearwithme560]

I discovered that tube paint isn't wasted after it's dried on a palette, even if it is so dried out that it's become a removable flake, once it's been re-wetted. I found old paint, forgotten for 30 years, that was perfectly usable after spritzing it.

[@sharonbroadrick5341]

I have just discovered your videos Oliver today! I've watched several and have learned so many helpful ideas. Thank you.

[@gabischmidt2753]

Hi Ollie, I discovered your incredibly educational channel and subscribed straight away:). You explain everything so wonderfully. I have bought many colours in tubes from Daniel Smith. Also I have Daler Rowney watercolour box and the brushes. As a beginner , your videos and explanations are unique. You are the best teacher here on KZbin!!! I am happy to found you and will start with the exercises. On holiday this year in Falmouth I bought several sizes of The Langton paper. I am glad you said that it is also a good paper. Many people only recommend the expensive Arches paper. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with everyone. Btw. your paintings are incredible. Thank you:))

[@ezzmay2000]

I’m new to watercolour but just wanted to pop by and say thanks for this content. I’m learning so much 😊