5 TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR WATERCOLOR POURING TECHNIQUE 🎨 Swan Painting Demo Using Paint Pouring

#watercolortips #paintpouring #watercolortechniques
Paint #pouring is one of the most fun #watercolor techniques you can learn and it's perfect way to create beautiful background layers. In this video I will show a full demonstration of the swan #painting and share my top 5 tips for using this technique, including:
- How to preserve white space;
- Which tools are useful for pouring;
- What to expect after the colors are dry;
- How to choose your palette, and
- How to add visual interest after the colors are dry.
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[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Let's do some #watercolor pouring :) in this video I am sharing my favorite tips for this technique - Enjoy!

[@Linda-kh6rl]

An you or BEAUTIFUL AN SO CALMING AN RELAXING ❤

[@ohhimark6864]

Your painting is amazing and you really sound like watercolor too? I’m sorry if that sounds weird but I feel like if watercolors could talk, it’ll sounds like your voice

[@monicaj3023]

I sure hope she saw this comment... So true and sweet !

[@vlslatha]

Yes indeed... Anna's voice is mesmerizing and flowing just like watercolour... very insightful comment......

[@LaughingInTiny]

This is a fantastic way to describe her voice. It's a good thing she's a great instructor, because I would probably watch all of her videos regardless to learn from. There are a few I've watched when I'm stressed out and haven't even painted lol.

[@denisemallam2786]

Love your work and like the "why" you do certain things.Havent found this with other artists and its so important for newbies(well,and intermediates...🤩) to know WHY they are doing some things.Thankyou for your beautiful work.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you for your kind comments and for taking the time to leave feedback - I am relatively new to KZbin and appreciate that so much Denise! Encouraged to do more of these videos ❤

[@Linda-kh6rl]

I have watched this video THREE TIMES ❤

[@SWNelson7]

Right?! I love this. She is so talented and helpful.

[@aliceyazon3257]

I love watching this pouring technique and how the paint just flows and blends with each other! You have to have a pretty good imagination and a clear understanding of what colors when mixed together will work. I have only recently discovered your demos on You Tube; I truly appreciate your teaching style and how transparent yet vibrant your paintings are! Thank you for sharing your gift.

[@thedisconnectedwife4165]

I love how you brought the swan forward while diminishing the plane. Very beautiful.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! 💜 watercolors are so much fun to experiment with 😊 Have a wonderful weekend!

[@kristinakowalski6573]

Anna, that was exciting and scary. The amount of water you used worried me... but of course it turned out beautifully. Thank you for letting us watch the whole process

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

You are so welcome! Not going to lie, I get scared and hesitate every time I am about to do it - but it always dries out well [ especially on 300lbs paper - I only used 140lbs here , but somehow it still took all 5 layers of color:)))))

[@andrecardon2141]

Madame, I love your voice and the precision of these five tips with a beautiful demo. Thanks MERCI

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Glad it was helpful! ❤️ Have a wonderful day Andre!

[@janesiewert6621]

Oh my, really got into this with the lovely music and was sorry it ended!! Now I am in reality again and thank you for this awesome tutorial - will certainly give it a go. You always show such great videos - please know we appreciate them so very much!!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Huge thank you for your comment Jane! ❤️ I really appreciate it and glad you enjoyed the music too ☺️ I still have trouble finding enough time tjj in record while kids are not in school and it means sooo much for me that you still watch and enjoy the videos! ❤️❤️❤️ Have a wonderful day ☺️

[@cindylouwhobohl6983]

So amazing! Beautiful! You are a master at painting!

[@pennyclark9079]

Absolutely Fabulous Thankyou

[@heidikaplan5110]

I loved watching this technique and had always wondered how it was done. Beautiful results and lovely music that accompanied the journey. I don’t feel ready to jump into this quite yet. Still tackling getting my paintings to be luminous and not overworked. Will keep watching how you achieve THOSE results.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Glad you enjoyed it Heidi! :) I like your approach - It took me a while to figure out backgrounds. In the beginning I always painted subjects without a background, then slowly started experimenting wuth a few overlapping objects. Then I discovered Kanta Harusaki channel and started practicing backgrounds. This is why I love watercolor - always something new to try ❤ Check out his videos for some extra inspiration: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYPQnKF6fqx5bsU

[@subhankarmukherjee9855]

Your painting you and your techniques are equally beautiful!

[@kehsiao74]

I'm binge watching all of your videos. I'm learning so much. Your tutorials are the reason I'm planning to get a skill share membership. To answer your question.. My biggest issue with painting white flowers is over painting the shadows and not leaving enough highlights. So my white flowers look dull. They usually end up having way too much gray tones in them. I'm excited to try your techniques. Thank you again!

[@deno3689]

It's so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@dassasse6113]

Thank you ❤

[@alisonhendry2928]

Fabulous way to pour and use brushes. Love how you lifted early on and the lines stayed put. Soft and subtle. I have tried this once before in a class and ad tons of fun, but what a mess . We soaked both sides of our paper and used mostly staining pigments in layers of pour. This looks a little less messy. Going to look for a syringe. Thank you. Love your detailed work.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Alison!! ❤️ this is such an unpredictable but enjoyable process 😊 experimenting is key - I don’t know about wetting on both sides (intuitively I don’t think it would work on 140lbs in fact I wonder if thicker paper like 600 gsm wetted on one side only is better) but I think the key is to put all expectations aside and just try different things. Syringes definitely help making the entire process more controlled - let me know how you like it!! ❤️

[@carynregan8319]

Very beautiful Anna and such useful tips. I’d heard of acrylic pouring, but not Watercolour! Just this morning I was thinking of new background techniques and you came to my rescue! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

That's amazing! I am so glad you've enjoyed it Caryn, and a huge thank you for your support 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖

[@libbiesimmons1813]

Thankyou so much. You have helped me to pick up my paint brushes once again. My techniques were lacking, so I am trying very hard to get better at layering.. 🤩

[@happywiseartjournal5866]

Three years ago, I found your instagram and I keep painting in watercolor ever since. Thank you so much for inspiring me

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

That’s amazing!!! ❤️ I am so touched and I hope you continue to enjoy it 😊 I’ve been painting for ~10 years and it’s still a learning process every day! ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for your message!

[@jetteroheller6395]

Thank you for sharing your techniques! They have really helped! May you and yours stay healthy and happy! Much love and warmth to you and yours!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the video 😊💗

[@lindabrown4485]

This is gorgeous. 👌

[@Linda-kh6rl]

You or absolutely the best artist to be explaining all the things. An I can’t say how much you meant to ARTISTS THAT OR JUST STARTING. ❤

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much Linda ❤️❤️❤️

[@patsymccown2766]

Just awesome!!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

💕

[@corihamilton898]

I am binge watching! It's so beautiful!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Enjoy Cori! 💜

[@deborahgoodwin3426]

Anna, such a pleasure and so very relaxing to watch. I don't see this 'pouring' technique as becoming part of my style since I lean more toward the fine detail of botanical art. But, the result here is absolutely lovely and the background music is the perfect mesmerizing touch. Simply exquisite. Thank you for sharing.

[@pradeepbabu12]

Thanks, I learned a lot. You have one of the best channels in terms of quality of instructions and demos! You are a very beautiful person too!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Wow, thank you so much! It really means a lot ❤ Have a wonderful day!

[@donaschaeffer676]

Thank you. You are an excellent teacher.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Dona! :) Have a great day!

[@namita1785]

💖💖💖. Your tutorials are fun to watch and you make it easy to follow. Just love them! Waiting for more to come...

[@namita1785]

Please share some on skillshare too. 😊

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much Namita! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@jimcorbett3764]

Holy cow! You weren't kidding when you said 'pouring'. I have never seen this technique demonstrated, or even heard of it, but you can tell from the result that other artists use it. Very interesting, and the finished piece looks great.

[@SWNelson7]

It’s SO fun. It looks scary, feels scary. But I’m telling you, it’s SO worth trying!❤

[@simpleartideas]

Swam in water looks very beautiful. Wonderful art you made.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you 🙏 ❤️

[@ginabadeaux9319]

you are such a beautiful artist ,thank you for teaching us ,love you

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Gina! 💙 🦢

[@nydiaroman9714]

Masterful ! Impressive painting technique unraveling like a beautiful dream !

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much Nadia 😀

[@gretatillett1100]

Oh my, how I loved this video. yes I fully endorse all the sentiments aleady expressed, but have to add your teaching style is Amazing. Thank you so very much 💕💕💕

[@beverlylumley4150]

Beautiful video, music and it's magical. Stay safe

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you very much Beverly! :) You too!

[@mjrewerts]

Beautiful 👍🏼❤️

[@danielfisher9344]

That's cool. Looks great!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

TY Daniel ❤️

[@bruceosborne1892]

Beautiful technique.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Bruce! :) Have wonderful weekend!

[@SWNelson7]

Anna, you are beautiful. Thank you.❤

[@seemakapoor4894]

Amazing Anna❤

[@rainbowfox1934]

This was very helpful. Pouring paint is gorgeous when it works, but oh so very hard to do. You gave some great tips,

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

You are so welcome! Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - I really appreciate it 💖💖💖

[@mariapellegrino4815]

Sensational!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much! 💜

[@sophie-ix1lg]

wonderful art!!!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much 😀

[@parmindersinghgrewal6975]

Lovely. Thanks.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you too!

[@susanmayhew2132]

I want to thank you for the inspiration your tutorial provided. I have a photo of an egret I took in a California wetlands refuge that i want to paint, but was having difficulty getting started. This helped my plan of attack!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Susan! I am so happy to hear this was useful 😊 I can definitely see a beautiful white egret against a poured dark background - enjoy! 💜

[@DeeHopper]

Oh my goodness, beautiful work. Is this available as a full real time tutorial? I love watching your videos, thank you so much for sharing

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! 😊 this is an older painting created before I started recording for PATREON 😊 most paintings you see here created since June of 2021 are on PATREON! 💕

[@BinuBalanDigitalArts]

awesome....🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@shellyparker8960]

Anna, this is beautiful. I just discovered your channel. I am a year into learning watercolor and follow several artists. Your work and techniques are amazing and your teaching style far superb to many others. As another person commented, I appreciate that you explain why it is important to do things. So, so very helpful. Thank you!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

I am so happy this is helpful ❤️ just working on a new video (editing footage is tough) and your comment was a huge confidence boost - thank you!

[@hafsanahoosain8371]

Anna watched all your paintings i learnt a lot i want to know how to make the water look real thank you anna

[@MisTikkalRosy]

YIKES! I flinched when I saw you using a brush to paint on the masking fluid. You must have a special technique/brush cleaning after/or something else. PLEASE share - my nerves on edge :) Beautiful work as always. PS that syringe seems to have a special attachment, supplied by? Looks like it might be a special art supplies object. (What an exciting way to paint, if unpredictable, though you may it look very easy) Thanks so much for sharing, esp all your tips and tricks.

[@jtpaar1732]

New sub here...Great video! Thank you for sharing your techniques and skills.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Welcome to the channel JT!!! 😊💜

[@pop-upcardmaker]

Unbelievably beautiful watercolour painting 😍😍😍, superb technique used, I was getting worried for a minute when paint was dripping 😅 Huge likes from a new friend.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much and WELCOME to the channel ❤️❤️❤️

[@ranjanachand9306]

Amazing..😀

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Ranjana!

[@rickmags2000]

lovely like the artist :-)

[@Caris158]

Thanks for the tips, awesome painting!What is the music?? Very soothing ☺️

[@siddharthpanchal718]

That was really beautiful. Those pours created a stunning background. But I noticed that your paper didn't buckle a bit. Which paper are you using ?

[@neuroticnation144]

Such a beautiful technique! The music goes really well with video, where is it from?

[@jayneyharmony]

Thankyou again for you pr wonderful video. I have a question You mentioned that you let your painting dry naturally in between layers, so that got me wondering if and when you might ever use a hairdryer in your pouring technique. Or if for some reason you don’t recommend using one? Thanks 🙏 😃

[@jennw6809]

An eyedropper can be used instead of a syringe, it also has a nice tip!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Yes!!! 😊❤️

[@jennw6809]

@@AnnaBucciarelli Thank you so much for your incredible instruction. I have seen so many paint in layers, but nobody else seems to explain their plan or how they go about it!

[@iwanabfre]

thank you for all this wonderful infomation and i absolutely love this painting... i am fairly new to watercolour and when i see these being done , it just fills my heart.. love colour but afraid to use it after drawing lol since i just found you, may i ask, as a fellow canadian,,, if you will be doing any live classes when/ if this pandemic simmers down.. i am hopeful it will and i can perhaps learn in real time from you.... just a hope :) thank you again.. its a pleasure to watch you work..... ellen

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much Ellen! ❤️ I’ll be honest I had so many things lined up including live classes with a big brand across North America and then 2020 happened and everything has been postponed until… I don’t know when 😫 I am trying my best to do videos for now while also taking care of kids who are not in school and looking forward to easier times 😊 fingers crossed! Really appreciate your feedback - enjoy exploring all the colors and stay safe xo

[@willowbranch5237]

Thank you for an exciting technique I can't wait to try. What brush are you using to lift? I would like to purchase one. Thanks Anna!!!!!!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! I:)) am using a flat synthetic squirrel from Escoda called "Perla"! I love synthetic flats for lifting - you can see the full review of this brush [and the other 2 in the set] here kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoPFd3mGmt5njJo

[@SWNelson7]

10:42 using the brush on the edges…why did I not think of that?? Thank youu! That was SO frustrating for me! I don’t know why I only used the spray bottle and not a brush. Limited thinking, I suppose. Thanks!

[@lynneboll4259]

Where do you find the paper protector you wear on your hand? I loved watching this. You are very informative about your techniques of spraying. Thank you.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Lynne! It’s technically a digital screen protector but works for traditional media 😊GLOVE: Protective Glove from Laughing Paw: amzn.to/2LLqcyC

[@jayneyharmony]

Oops got a glitch Hi you mention in this video that you let your layers air dry naturallly so that prompted me to think do you ever use a hairdryer to dry your layers? Is there a reason that you may not use a hairdryer? Thanks for another wonderful video. Have a lovely day

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Jayne! no worries:) I don't like using hair dryer because I suspect the heat will affect the colors / paper. I may be off here, I just can't imagine that it wouldn't interact at all, and prefer to follow the natural progression of drying. I generally have 3-4 paintings on the go so it's not an issue, and also I use the drying time to edit videos :)

[@bunnykins1450]

Watching this one really moved me…. Thank you 🙏🏼 Anyone know what the music is please ?

[@carolfactor1865]

Anna, This is beautiful. Did you paint this on pre-stretched paper anchored to a board of some kind? Thanks for your help.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Carol! 😊 I always paint on paper blocks (Arches or Windsor & Newton) the blocks typically contain 10-20 paper sheets glued on all 4 sides. Once the painting is ready I just peel the sheet off. It’s fantastic because I don’t like wasting time on stretching and also in many cases - like this painting - like to have an option of rotating my paper during pouring. Hope this helps! ❤️ Have a wonderful day!

[@carolfactor1865]

@@AnnaBucciarelli Thank you Anna!

[@donyaecoles982]

The painting is lovely and I'll have to try the technique. What music is playing in this video though?

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Donyae! :) I don't really know the song, I subscribe to Artlist and just search for some quiet melodies usually, from independent artists.

[@jayneyharmony]

Hi. I was wondering in you video you mentioned that you wait hours half a day for layers to dry. Then I thought do you ever use a hairdryer to dry in between each layer. Thankyou for your wonderful video.

[@willowbranch5237]

Anna, What colors did you use on this wonderful piece?

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! I used mostly oranges and Blues for pouring... BLUES: Indigo, Indanthrone Blue, Cobalt Teal ORANGES: Quinacridone Gold, Quinacridone Burned Orange, Transparent Pyrrol Orange, Burned Umber, Brown Madder.

[@user-om2cg2nc3m]

do you have to tape your paper or can you paint wet on wet leaving it on your pad. Thanks love the paintings.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

I paint on blocks so the paper is pre-stretched and glued on 4 sides - no need to tape more but could be somewhat helpful if lots of water is used 😊 thank you!

[@natford8271]

What is the red wrist band that I see you wearing? I apologise if this question is rude.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Not at all! It's a protective glove I use to prevent smudging:) Protective Glove from Laughing Paw: amzn.to/2LLqcyC

[@natford8271]

@@AnnaBucciarelli I was cautious in case it was something medical.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

@@natford8271 I understand!! Thank you 😊❤️

[@shirleyclanton2730]

Beautiful, are you using a watercolor block?

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! Yes I mostly use blocks 😊

[@bigilworth]

How do you get the paper not to curl? Does leaving the paper attached to the packet help?

[@hafsanahoosain8371]

i love your paintings can you plz tell what is the name of hte background music ❤

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! I am not sure about the music - I just download tunes from Artlist 😊

[@allisonjames2923]

Absolutely stunning! Wish it wasn’t sped up so much as it makes it impossible to see what you’re doing.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Allison! I heard this before and started PATREON in May of this year so you can catch all my videos since then in real time 😊❤️

[@virginiahouse1456]

Gorgeous and love the music. But I find it difficult to tell when you stop to let it dry. Most to me seems to be wet into wet.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Virginia! Yes, most are wet on wet. With 1 day drying time in between layers usually. I am getting better at noting the drying breaks in my more recent videos. Thank you for your support! 💖

[@elainelogan2023]

Hi Anna, question for you. Why not use white gauche rather than masking?

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Good question - I use both. Masking is a more “pure” way of doing it because it allows you to erase and paint the white areas later. Gouache tends to look a bit muddy - not the same light effect as leaving white paper. But I do use it for things like fur highlights, whiskers etc. hope this makes sense 😊❤️

[@ethuynh5700]

Hi what masking fluid did you use ? I haven’t done it before so like to know which one is best? Thanks

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Great question! I’ve tried them all and there are 2 stand out brands: 1) Winsor and Newton Art Masking fluid is the most fluid and the one I used here. The way it’s stored - lasts forever (many brands really fail in packaging as fluid tends to very quickly thicken and gets hard after a few uses) 2) Dr. Phil Martin Liquid Frisket - BUT only Level 2 is good (avoid level 1). Note that this one comes with its own pipette which is actually quite useful. Those are my favourites ☺️ Let me know if you try any of them and your experience.

[@ethuynh5700]

Thanks for replying ! I have never used masking fluid before I’m new to art altogether ! Lol I will get the wn one!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

ET Huynh you will love it I promise! It’s a lot of fun and very necessary for watercolors ☺️ Enjoy! ❤️

[@ethuynh5700]

Thanks I will!! You are very talented ! I love your work!

[@yvetteafrangui518]

what do charge for classes?

[@rebeccaharrison947]

I love to paint and I am on short term leave how much is your patrion I would love to paint

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Hi Rebecca! My PATREON is $5 US per month and you get access to 2 years worth of videos 😊

[@etabeta262]

Thank you very much for these tips, I’ll try soon! Please, could you subtitle your videos in italian language? Thanks a lot

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! I am very sorry I don't speak Italian and I don't add subtitles - I think KZbin does it automatically based on the language spoken. :)

[@etabeta262]

Thank you

[@desireec9089]

There's an "auto-translate" feature if you click on the subtitles.

[@namita1785]

Please share some on skillshare too. 😊

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Namita! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ I am sorry about the delay with new SkillShare classes - my schedule got completely broken by this pandemic but I am slowly working on finishing up the next one by end of September. Thank you for your support and your patience! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@namita1785]

Anna Bucciarelli thank you Anna 💖. It’s understandable. The pandemic situation has been quite crazy. Please stay safe. ❤️.

[@suecaputo2468]

What kind of paper are you using? I'm surprised it isn't "pilling."

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Arches cold pressed block - 140lbs. Blocks do not require stretching and generally don’t buckle as much.

[@suecaputo2468]

@@AnnaBucciarelli Thank you so much! Love your work!

[@ldoxey134]

What is the object you wear on your hand as you paint?

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Just a protective glove to preserve paper and avoid smudges 😊❤️

[@jayneyharmony]

Hi

[@worldofbread6010]

Anna, I cannot see where I have been when I paint white masking fluid on white paper. Is there a solution to overcome this problem? Thank you from a beginner.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Yes - you can get tinted masking fluid. Mine from Winsor & Newton is slightly yellow. Shminke has a deeper blue type you can see very clearly on paper 💜

[@jayneyharmony]

Hi