Adding Figures to your Watercolour Landscape

A step by step guide on how to add figures to your watercolour landscape by professional artist Paul Clark
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[@MrBadGuyLEC]

"Paul Clark said that we could fish here!" - that burst me into laughter....Thanks!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!!!

[@25pumpkin25]

@@ArtbyPaulClark you are a wizard 👏🏻👏🏻

[@beaulieuonnp593]

@@ArtbyPaulClarkyes, that was funny

[@tonymaries1652]

It made me chuckle as well. I have recently done a watercolour drawing of a rocky stack on the Isle of Skye. The whole picture is mainly muted browns and greys and it cried out for a little bright colour. I thought about putting a couple of rock climbers in brightly coloured lycra half way up it and did a quick google on a couple of climber's sites to see whether anyone had done it. The answer was that the rock was brittle, crumbly, very dangerous and a thoroughly unpleasant experience. So my picture of the Storr has no climbers on it.

[@teslinalphin8679]

Thanks

[@cynthiadearing6513]

I loved painting along with you on this one and really impressed my husband when I showed him the painting the next day. He said, "You did all that last night?" I learn so much from watching you. Now I'm not afraid of putting figures into my paintings. I did the rainy city street a couple of days ago. And of course, I love the humor you throw into your videos. Makes it all the more fun. Then I had to do some more research on Constable and his famous painting. Thanks so much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wonderful! - delighted to help Cynthia!

[@user-mh3ro1dn4w]

Karel here I loved your carrot body tip an the one shorter leg to convey walking . We must not forget not to add a bulb head. Can't wait to practice.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much Karel!

[@-mn4tf]

I never teach drawing by anyone but after seeing your videos I am able to draw water color painting....thank u❤❤❤....your videos are really helpful for us...

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jilld8787]

Your willingness to share your talent is immensely appreciated. When you talk through your visual guidance it is inspiring and encouraging. The humor you interject is a delightful way to foster a more relaxed approach to the development of my skills. Many thanks! You are a gem! Smiles, a nod, and a wink to you and your sweetheart from across the pond 😊

[@sharonsands708]

That is a beautiful painting, a place that is calming and restful. I wouldnt be at all surprised that people might say you gave permission to fish there. Lol, too funny. Thank you again for sharing all of your valuable technics with us.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My thoughts exactly - thanks!!

[@jilld8787]

Your tutorials and paintings are amazing! Off the chain! 😎🎉😎🎉🥰

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Chucksevn]

Absolutely wonderful, Paul! I sooo enjoyed this one! I was wondering about how to bring in figures into watercolor! These tutorials, in my opinion, are so easily explained by you! I’ve seen other watercolor artist videos but they just don’t compare to yours. I have to say; your style and approach suits what I am always looking for. Others are talented as well, but my taste has always brought me back every Wednesday! Thank you for sharing your gift and encouraging all of us! God bless you, sir!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks as always Charles - Glad it was helpful!

[@rajinimurthy926]

Thank you very much for the wonderful video, explaining the process step by step. Was very much useful!

[@josscole2731]

Agree with Charles, thank you Paul, your tutorials are very much appreciated!

[@shirleybrady3174]

Another absolutely gorgeous and calming scene❤️ THANKYOU for the tip on how to include life!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@monicadima3794]

I really like your tutorials. I'm looking forward to Wednesday so I can watch them.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Yay! Thank you!

[@jennig8014]

Brilliant! Thank you for another fab tutorial and the giggles at a time when we really need it.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@OnePillKillz]

So beautiful, love this so much, thank you for sharing !!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@auraservent7282]

Beautiful!! How I like the reflections on the river !! Thank you Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@michelle7377]

Absolutely beautiful Paul. You make it look so easy. Very calming thank you so much!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you Michelle!

[@BillieMoan]

So look forward to you’re weekly tutorials...thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Yay! Thank you!

[@philpecoraro5458]

Another simply amazing, fun painting, and thank you for sharing!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@eileenwiswell8704]

Stunning! Just love the reflections on the water, you actually make me feel I could have a go, which I will with trepidation. Love your work and tutorials so much. Thank you for keeping us all going. 👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You can do it Eileen!!

[@lindabentley2361]

Thank you so much, I have been wanting to progress to adding an odd figure or two and dog but clueless how to go about it. As a beginner I am managing to produce some good paintings thanks to you. Much appreciated!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome!

[@larsenglund4061]

This is so beautiful and instructive! Thank you for sharing it!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@ashleyevans3330]

Absolutely love it!!!!

[@johnguggenheim311]

Excellent, Wednesday is now Paul Clark day! I was going to ask about adding figures, you beat me to it. thanks for all the great tips.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Enjoy John!

[@forestntt72]

I call it watercolour Wednesday now

[@eileenthompson5660]

So inspiring. I had abandoned the idea of watercolour until I discovered your channel, thank you so much Paul! X

[@thokchomjayshree8089]

I may sound repetitive, but how good your paintings are! Such a tranquil scene as your brushes dance across the paper.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Always good to hear from you!

[@gloprn52]

Your brilliant as always, can’t wait to paint some peeps. Love the reflections it adds so much depth to the painting ❤️👏🎨

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@franceskoenig6431]

This is wonderful. You explain how to do things so we’ll and make painting so easy. Thank you for your tutorials

[@caronjackson386]

Another beautiful piece of art. Will definitely try this one Paul. I am very new to watercolour but your style and subject appeal to me so much. Already tried one of your snow landscapes and was quite pleased how it turned out considering it was only the 2nd one I’ve tried and that is thanks to your expert tuition! Is it possible to paint a bluebell scene please? Love walking through them in spring. Thank you again - you’re a ⭐️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Caron 😀 Bluebell woods definitely planned!!

[@dearbh1736]

That was a magic tutorial Paul. I have often painted something that I thought needed some 'life' in it but was terrified to attempt putting in figures in case I ruined my 'masterpiece'. I am genuinely going to do what you said and practice this over and over until it comes kind of naturally to me. The overall painting is really wonderful. Thank you so much.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome as always!!!

[@donnacarraway9182]

Really love your style!! Thank you!! Beautiful!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@wendyleader8905]

That’s really beautiful, I love watching you paint.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks Wendy

[@donna5659]

Love love love it!! Thank you for great instruction! Always learn so much from you! Love your sense of humor even more! Fun!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much!

[@susanshisler7074]

I"m at the point - the finishing point - of a painting and now I must add a figure! And I don't want to muck it up! I remembered this tutorial -- thank you so much. As of this date there are 963 comments and 96,000 + views so it must have really been needed. Again, thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You can do it!

[@martinetomsett7788]

Loved watching this....I know what I'll be doing this weekend !!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear Martine!

[@rosejordan4245]

As usually, another beautiful painting. Love knowing how to do the little figures.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@DimpyKansal]

Beautiful painting! Thanks for the tips.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊

[@gilliancarr3524]

Absolutely loved this one. Thank you for the inspiration and wonderful instructions.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Pleased to help Gillian!

[@catherinejoy9298]

Such lovely light colours and reflections on the water, beautiful! Thank You, Paul!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@joyconnellartist9251]

Absolutely thrilled to have found a great you! Beautifully presented tutorials Paul. I love watercolour but not had much success with it so looking forward to trying out your techniques.

[@deniserainsberry5010]

Thank you you make it look so easy!! So beautiful.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@mfcobanoglu1]

Watching you paint is just soothing. Thank you for this week's bit.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊

[@rebecarubio2585]

I love the reflections in water! Thanks Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@josephcollins6033]

Paul! Thanks for the brilliant lesson on figures!!!!!!!! And, of course the entire painting. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure!

[@dorothyminor7581]

I so look forward to your Wednesday class, your ability to teach and explain what you’re doing as you go along is so valuable. Your humor is icing on the cake !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@annabellezamora2525]

An amazing tutorial, so much to learn and I enjoyed a great deal. I do appreciate the way you explained how you mix the colours, thanks!

[@alexandraseigle1855]

Watching you paint always makes me happy! I love your loose style and ease, something I am very challenged by. Your paintings are so inviting. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much! - much appreciated!

[@gailthomas2631]

I really enjoyed the peace and quiet .......and the fishing. Beautiful.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lol - especially the fishing!

[@momijiyamanishi4548]

Watching this video was a great way to start off my day!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@Mr38thstreet]

Lovely one Paul, Great music too. Thanks so much.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for listening Will

[@dineshchadha2032]

Another great painting. You make it look so easy, is this magic!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@sdeyicspune3536]

Paul, Another masterpiece! Thanks for your tutorials with techniques. Always learn something new.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@angpound3173]

So happy to say I received your book this week and anxious to start the lessons and photos as soon as I can sit up comfortably after having a fall.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Yay, thank you! - hope you enjoy!

[@normaspande3141]

That was mesmerizing...what fun to see you at work. Simply love to watch you use your gift and thankful,you are willing to share it.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome

[@lisamurphy5007]

Ooohhh! That was exactly what I was wanting to learn. Thank you. I WILL PRACTICE

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@marcelavargasdelcarpio990]

Lovely Paul!!!. Thanks a lot!!!

[@hp860]

Thanks for your generous to share your talent to watercolor lovers!

[@margaretbutcher]

Brilliant as usual. I love your videos. Thank you so much for giving so much pleasure.

[@WorldWideWebObserver]

Hello from Texas Mr. Clark! Your paintings are gorgeous! I’m a beginner and appreciate you sharing your techniques. Thank you!🌷

[@cristinacomuzio7824]

I am learning so much from your videos. Thanks for another beautiful painting and for all the tips you give us.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@jillm6468]

I really want to start adding figures to my paintings so thanks for the tips, I also have your book which is very helpful. I just love the water in this painting, really stunning!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome Jill!

[@stampinturtles]

That painting hung in my home when I was a child! Really brought back some great childhood memories.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's awesome Jacqueline - great to hear, it's a wonderful painting!

[@nanditamishra2871]

It's beautiful. Such lovely effects! I will try this one some time.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@marraleepeters2808]

oh wow! One of my favorites! thank you so much for the tutorial!

[@worldofcolors9470]

Paul Clark my favorite watercolor instructor, making every stroke seem so simple and with a smile. Love this one so much Paul ☺👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@anilkumargundurao7239]

Wow, outstanding demonstration. Thanks

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you liked it!

[@paulinestafford2775]

Thank you Paul and will add hats, scarves and try to make the figures interact with each other, hopefully!

[@donnas7705]

Another excellent lesson! You are a joy to watch and I am learning so much from you. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you kindly!

[@darvoid66]

You have great talent. Thank you for sharing your techniques.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@pragya360]

Beautiful. All your tutorials are extremely helpful! But this one simplified so many elements for me. Thank you. Feel like attempting it right away!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@rejanebatista1984]

You´re my inspiration! Thank you.

[@jelenajosipovic9876]

Great tutorial, great painting and wonderful photo. I really had to try this one and I enjoyed it very much. Thank you, you’re a great teacher Paul🌹☘️🌸

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@user-kc5ky1ur5y]

Чудесная работа!!Спасибо!!

[@sabineschmincke6632]

Thank you Paul, for this wonderful lesson. So helpful. I love your style and your sense of humor is just great. Thanks again

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks a million!

[@sylviecazeaudumec3836]

Great ! Thanks for all your videos ! Lot of pleasure to look at you, painting !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!

[@shirleyping7058]

Absolutely Beautiful!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jessamine1008]

Your lessons sing to my heart. It is such a lovely afternoon watching your tutorials Paul, THANK YOU. It looks like you really enjoy painting and make figure painting now seem so easy and you always show us the fundamental 'techniques' in each class, like dry brush and softening..Yes, I have now ended up with a few pieces of splattered furniture! I want to keep these lessons always - so good. You are hardworking and wonderful. I am in Suffolk, so this week was especially fun to see the cottage at Flatford. ..'till the next time'. Merci.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lovely comment Karen - thanks so much!

[@artbytammylassiter6885]

Paul I so enjoy you. Your whit and talent are so wonderful. Thank you for always putting out such amazing content.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoy it! - big thanks!

[@Carolinekohnart]

Wonderful as always 👏👍🏻 Thanks to you I’m trying out painting buildings in my landscape. Have a wonderful day 🎨

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! You too!

[@vanessaepperson2401]

I started painting during the pandemic with you being my teacher. Thank you so much for this gift! I’m getting better! Loving this lesson too! Also many thanks for the pdf’s! You are so generous!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@christinebarone2151]

I plan on practicing my figures as you suggested. Thank you again Paul..

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Fantastic!

[@plants53]

Just beautiful!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Barbara-ex3ge]

Thanks for the great tutorial on adding people to painting. I’m certainly going to practice and then give it a go as I agree they add interest to a picture.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@juliebarrows2564]

This was a fun one. Loved the setting and learning how to add in the people. Amazing what a man with a fishing pole can add to the feeling of the scene!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kalaysia77]

So many good ideas and advice! Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@janbarriault4494]

i love seeing landscapes with the movement of people included... they seem to make it easy to imagine being there. appreciate the tutorial!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Jan!

[@alexandruepuran]

Adorable figures, great landscape and me, I am listening to the grass growing... Thank you, Sir!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you

[@vilmo51]

Beautyful! Thank you very much Paul Clark!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for listening

[@johanrabe5356]

Nice one Paul! With every video I learn something more. Thanks.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome, thank you!

[@niranjanamani7828]

Your videos are so fun to watch! Thank you Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like them!

[@beenadevicr]

Always it's great therapy. Thanks for the tips on adding figures☺️☺️☺️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Pleased to help!

[@Merzui-kg8ds]

I love your humble sprinkle of humor.

[@paulettevandenbosch6265]

Thank you! Love your watercolors! Excellent tutorial!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@moonspirit6555]

Paul I am so glad I found your videos as I am finding them really instructive. You have answered so many of my questions. Thank you

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@kmorgan6890]

Thank you again..love these tutorials😍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@nanettecolbourne7595]

Thank you Paul, you are keeping me and a lot of others very happy during lockdown with your lovely tutorials. This one especially looking forward to doing. Off to my shed tomorrow! best wishes

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear Nanette! - hope you are warm enough in your shed!

[@rainbowfox1934]

Watching this video was like taking a relaxing vacation. I watched beauty being created with my morning tea. Lovely.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So glad Elizabeth!!

[@helentymoshuk6459]

Love it. You make it all so simple.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you think so!

[@tonyrobinson1168]

Top drawer as usual Paul. I will definitely be giving this one a go.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy Tony

[@maureenkennedy3234]

The most helpful teacher are you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Very kind - thanks!

[@andrewbarber8389]

Simply stunning! A really marvellous painting!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jeanneanderson6593]

You are a master teacher! Thank you so much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@lindajames7083]

Thank you so much, I am learning a lot.

[@sanjuktabala6214]

Your simple yet effective painting style is so inspiring. Always look forward to your lovely videos. 👍👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!