Alvaro Castagnet watercolour painting techniques and tutorial I Colour In Your Life

In this fine art TV show episode Alvaro Castagnet is interviewed with Colour In Your Life about painting, drawing, art workshops, art tips and art techniques.
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Fine Art TV Series - Colour In Your Life
Season - 06
Episode - 09
Filmed on Location at - Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Alvaro Castagnet was born in Montevideo, in the beautiful South American country of Uruguay. His early interest in art was cultivated mainly by his father, who sent him to the National School of Art in Montevideo at a very young age where he was taught by Professor Esteban Garino. Castagnet carried on his formal education in art at the Fine Arts University, where Miguel Angel Pareja was his oil painting tutor.
Alvaro Castagnet migrated to Australia in 1983, and lived there enjoying the cosmopolitan and forward-looking attitude of that country for 20 years. Alvaro Castagnet is fluent in Spanish, Italian, and English and currently lives in Montevideo, Uruguay. Castagnet has been holding solo exhibitions since 1985, and has been recognised with dozens of awards over the last 30 years.
Alvaro Castagnet writes articles for many international artist publications worldwide. Alvaro travels around the world, painting, demonstrating, lecturing, and judging art competitions also guest-attending exhibitions of his work. He is the author of the out-of-print, “Watercolor Painting with Passion” & “Painting with Passion - Beyond Technique” books. Alvaro is featured in innumerable art books, videos, DVDs and acclaimed international art publications.His main studio is located in Montevideo, Uruguay. He lives with his wife, Ana Maria & their teenagers sons, Gaston & Calvin.
Alvaro Castagnet is in constant demand for solo exhibitions, workshops and instruction. His expert eye is highly sought after as a juror of prestigious art shows. The art of Alvaro Castagnet captures the very soul of his subjects with passion, boldness and elegance.
His paintings are imbued with a mood, a mystery that engage and lure the viewer into the magic. He is an expressive painter. He exhibits a strong, impressive and colorful style with superb interpretation of light effects that capture the soul of places he paints.
Alvaro Castagnet is the winner of numerous esteemed national and international painting awards from such prestigious organizations as the American Watercolor Society, the National Watercolor Society (USA), and the Shanghai Zhujiajiao International Watercolour Biennial Award , 2010.
You can contact the artist about their art tips or art techniques directly via their website www.alvarocasta...
The Colour in your life fine art TV series is an art show that takes you into the everyday studios of artists from around the world. While in the studio they share their individual art techniques and art tips with the viewer in a relaxed atmosphere with a delightfully Australian host and fellow artist Graeme Stevenson. The artist shares with the viewer their stories of life, painting, drawing, sculpting, art workshops and any art lessons they may provide. The art TV series is currently filmed in Australia, New Zealand and the United States.
Graeme Stevenson a world renowned Artist himself, rides his Harley Davidson to the studios of Artists all over the world and allows the viewers a chance to go into the fine art studios of some of the greatest Artists in the world.
A wonderfully engaging art show, If you love creativity and the joy of looking at the world through Art, then Colour In Your Life is the place to be.
Colour In Your Life is an Australian owned and produced TV art show.
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[@macgurrl]

I don’t think I have ever seen an artist have so much fun. As he said, “have fun”. I think when we become adults we lose the spirit of fun. This video has inspired me to go and have some “fun” when I paint.

[@s1r1us_ufolog]

✨🙏✨ me too

[@randallinfuso8120]

He is the best! All his comments are gold nuggets to treasure.

[@saraht4973]

Wonderful excellent and have fun. Wahoo!

[@kerri-anne2524]

What a great guy Alvaro is. He was so relaxed, happy and passionate about watercolour painting. Great episode Colour In Your Life

[@howardhill3395]

Thank you Alvara. So helpful to hear & see an artist who shares what & why he's doing. His "primordial tip - have fun while painting" That way your joy shows in the painting.

[@friedricengravy6646]

I have been doing art my entire life, but watercolor was never even a thought…. till I saw this episode. It blew my mind & Alvaro made it look so fun! I had to give it a go. 5 years later Im happy to say that Im still painting & the experience has even improved my graphite drawings (portraits that r not watercolor) as my approach centers 100% on massing now, in place of linear drawing. Since this episode, I have sought out other incredible watercolor artists & of course, enjoyed every Alvaro interview & demo I could find. Learning as much as possible about the man & his philosophy. Out of respect, I do not paint wet streets or city scapes. He is pretty clear about learning: wear ur own clothes while painting a lion in place of the pussy cat. Basically, express ur own ideas & do so with passion, abandoning all fear. So, thats what I carry with me in place of ‘what color’ or ‘what supplies’. Absolutely life changing, simply from the joy of doing, nothing else. No money or fame, no ego…..I just love creating, I love watercolor. There r very few celebrities I wish to meet, but I would shake his hand & simply say, ‘Thank you’ ✌🏻

[@mashteeh8691]

Oh I loved reading your comment! What a great testimony to the power of good teaching! Just by watching someone, you felt so inspired to give it a go, and look where it led you🙂 I'm very happy for you that you discovered this passion for yourself, and hope you continue to enjoy it. Happy painting!😊

[@friedricengravy6646]

@ Thank u so much!!

[@valeriebreazeale2306]

Thank you to all who put this magical episode together for us to enjoy. Also thank you for sharing this with the world. I love the work that CIYL is doing. This episode was a bright spot in my day.

[@debramoss2267]

Paint for your self indulgence, excellent advice, takes so much pressure off! His Mastership always fires me up, he's an effervescent experience every time. Thank you so much x

[@WokeSteve]

What an entertainer Alvaro is.

[@renmuffett]

Watching Alvaro paint is total entertainment! He is a master for certain.

[@pharanaiarts1068]

One of the great watercolor painters. Very nice!

[@MaddenManification]

"Your wash is your priority". love this guy...what a talent and so charming. He just exudes energy.

[@TawdryTempest]

Castagnet is the greatest! Very entertaining.

[@lilelly16]

That is probably the most brilliant use of watercolours I have seen. And he has so much fun doing them! Now that's what I call art !

[@alext8828]

+Elena Lenkova Look for Joseph Zbukvic. You might enjoy him too. Both ultra masters. Uber Maestros.

[@inevitablecraftslab]

@@alext8828 just wante to post that haha

[@SilentAngelTV]

thank you for introducing me to a wonderful contemporary artist from my country. never spent much time in Montevideo, Uruguay, but knowing he his popular will just help get the word out about where we are situated on this planet and hopefully who we are as people😄. so thank you for featuring him in CIYL, Graeme Stevenson!!

[@hidilley]

This was phenomenally fun to watch once he started painting and gaining energy...love his work! :)

[@GiantArtProductions]

ALVARO IS ONE OF MY FAVS! such energy and life and passion he puts into every one of his paintings. im an acrylic painter, and i am starting to get into watercolor, and he is a big inspiration! man i would love to see him do some more pure landscapes, that would be a treat to see what unique perspective he would take when painting away from cityscapes.

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

+gio penn Hopefully we can catch up with him and do another one at some stage, GRaeme

[@yaelmaimonartist]

+gio penn One of my fvs too :)

[@frankmoody8244]

alvaro castagnet watercolor

[@barbarac5809]

What a great watercolor artist. Thank you for bringing him to us so that we can see his beautiful artwork. I like the fact that he actually stood there and explain some of his watercolor techniques. I love it and I'm looking forward to seeing more of his artwork so that I may Learn and Grow.

[@esratruxillo1976]

It is a pleasure always to see you guys at "work" ....

[@BigDaddyZakk420]

How can you not absolutely love this guy? Such an interesting man and an unequivocal artist.

[@mediumchaaya2360]

Thank u soo much...guys ....Graeme..ur doing a great service for millions like me who normally don't have a chance to c master's like Alvarao doing live❤

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

Thank you , I appreciate your kind words. It has cost me a lot in many ways but when i get letters like yours it makes it all worth while, Graeme

[@klober5114]

thanks for sharing this vid! very inspirational! Alvaro is a very joyful teacher and his art is magnificent. I watch it over and over again!

[@jamesminet]

Once again Alvaro, you amaze us. Great stuff, great fun.

[@Carterofmars]

Excellent. Castagnet is not afraid of the dark. The dark reds, the very dark blues, he is bold in his approach. What my watercolors lack... but I'm learning by watching.

[@dominiqueremi1953]

Encore une superbe démonstration d'Alvaro. You are a Genius !

[@maga7960]

Maestro, you are great and you always put a smile on my face. Great!!! Marissa

[@JeffChorney]

Alvero is one awesome artist. Loved the video.

[@nataliavargot1469]

Super❤️color palette!!!

[@rockon3602]

i personally thank u all team of color in ur life. i love Alvaro's watercolor painting.but i want to see Herman pekel painting tutorial also.

[@alext8828]

+farhad mahmood Thanks for that name. I'll see your Herman Pekel and raise you a Joseph Zbukvic.

[@milenabdesign]

Brilliant! I needed some Alvaro Castagnet in my life!

[@cinallsup]

He's so much fun! I wanna be able to paint like that, with that energy!

[@juangarcia-vi2ev]

thank you Mr Graeme Stevenson. Alvaro is one the my favorite painting, I love watercolours. All the best.

[@MrMjp58]

Great idea for a programme. Well made and interesting.

[@dbyhre1]

A wonderful series and a great painter. Such a zest for his craft!

[@efrom8330]

Thanks so much for the channel, i always watch an episode before starting to paint, i love it!! :)

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

Glad you enjoy the series Enrique, just spread the word for us, hope all is well, Graeme

[@efrom8330]

I'll be very glad to share it everywhere! It's really nice and generous all the work you're sharing to the world. Thanks, Graeme for the joy. Best wishes, Enrique

[@NorahsYarnArt]

Feels like falling in love!- Thanks for sharing this and I'll be putting some colour in my life, that's for sure

[@thathvikcreation2820]

Ladies and gentle man😄😄😄😄 alvaro is my favorite artist... iam from Kerala (India).

[@kathywilden7702]

What a character and also what a talent! Loved to watch him paint...

[@danamarten5583]

Excellent watercolor demo:) Thank You

[@koonanna8164]

Learn so much❤️🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@pesha5188]

Great episode! What a master!

[@anneedmunds9025]

Yes great video

[@MrStevie57]

I like the painting of the port in the background.

[@terryernest6264]

What a star! ...

[@Aderynify]

I like his style! It`s great! Thank you for this tutorial.

[@watercolorartist1567]

i am his fan..he is really great his paintings and art tutorial helped me to grow in my career thank you so much Alvaro.... 💜

[@kalyanbanerjee3490]

Great Pleasure to watch my watercolor God at work.

[@teresatilley1324]

Loved this! So engaging and you make it look so easy! Love the enthusiasm....

[@fffffffffffffffffffffffffffren]

he is the best! Alvaroo

[@MrMintu1234]

He is really great Painter..... i love his work

[@mariamaragonesjust2150]

Me encanto,Paris es una ciudad especial,me traslada a mi tiempo vivido,me transmitio mucho optimismo y ganas de coger los pinceles y fotos que hice en su tiempo con idea de pintarlo algun dia,muchas gracias!!Álvaro y Graemme😍

[@goilo888]

Very entertaining ... and instructional.

[@dianebartz3693]

Wonderful, enjoyed this very much

[@yamilrodriguezsaiz139]

Estupendas tus obras,es realmente agradable verle trabajar,gracias por compartir su trabajo.

[@tripslaughter5101]

Alvero comes to Seattle Washington at least once a year, sometimes with his son. He does free demos and several workshops at Daniel Smith‘s art store. I have tried to show up every time he’s here. One of my favorite watercolorist of all time.

[@ginnybelle100]

Thank you Graeme for bringing up your video's. I found this very inspirational & wonderful to watch Alvaro create and share his tips.....I'll be watching more of your video's.

[@yvonneschmidt6053]

Love his work and the site!

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

ginnybelle100 Hi , yes he is amazing. We will have many more great Artists over time, so I hope you enjoy them all, dont forget to tell other folks about us. This only helps us to keep all of this going for everyone out there, hope all is well, Graeme

[@countrygurl613]

I enjoyed your lessons as well enjoyed you asking me to make you a cup of tea in Melbourne You are the bestxx

[@preetiartist01]

He's superb amazing artist.

[@ELLOCORICARDO]

gracias a castagnet que empezo mi amor hacia el acuarela!! grande idlolo!! saludos Ricardo Vergara Lyon Francia

[@katherinesimonds622]

Wow.. he's really fabulous! :)

[@giadadaddario6586]

simply amazing

[@petkojekov]

great speech and brush

[@royolivares7060]

Great!!! Thanks a lot!!

[@121212cristo]

excelente programa, inspirador y educativo, gracias por compartirlo

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

isaac ocampo Hi , yes he is amazing. We will have many more great Artists over time, so I hope you enjoy them all, dont forget to tell other folks about us. This only helps us to keep all of this going for everyone out there, hope all is well, Graeme

[@timwestwig9135]

amazing, thank you!

[@OnlineCollegeofArtandDesign]

very nice

[@barryryan5187]

this is soooo good

[@OnlineCollegeofArtandDesign]

beautiful!

[@mj-zj4iy]

Que bueno eres¡¡¡¡ Enhorabuena. mj.

[@elcidamatute7193]

Is wonderful

[@studiocambalache6435]

Uruguay noma!!

[@josea.u.9678]

Muy bueno

[@meteoroz]

What a character - brilliant. Thanks.

[@yaelmaimonartist]

I love Alvaro's artwork! Great video. I subscribed to your channel :)

[@alpenkoenig7276]

Great...

[@annej.morgan1346]

"The Maestro"

[@viviananunez7680]

Álvaro: me quedo extasiada viendo tus trabajos y especialmente todo el mágico y feliz proceso de creación de ellas ..dibujo al lápiz,pero es un gran deseo que tengo de pintar en acuarelas( fue lo que motivó q conenzara a dibujar,y encontré que es sumamente difícil para mi). Ojalá pueda con eso,lo intentaré,y ver tus vídeos me hacen volver a intentarlo. Quizás si logro tomarlo con más alegría,cómo vos, logre mejores resultados . Es quizás solo un sueño,no lo sé. Un gran abrazo y gracias x compartirnos tu arte

[@s1r1us_ufolog]

Si vas a pasar por Valencia aquí hay muchos acuarelistas! Pintaremos juntos. Agrupación de los acuarelistas valencianos

[@MukeshJha-pl6mi]

Nice Demo

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

Thanks for the visit

[@rajibbiswas5304]

very nice...............

[@byomkesh3226]

one more of alvaro please...

[@goilo888]

There actually is another one later on which you may have discovered already...

[@bgunter2905]

Fun !

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

B Gunter Hi , yes he is amazing. We will have many more great Artists over time, so I hope you enjoy them all, dont forget to tell other folks about us. This only helps us to keep all of this going for everyone out there, hope all is well, Graeme

[@jonjonsson6323]

He was funny, i like this.

[@scottenosh4548]

Id love to visit that art supply store. America just doesn't have cool shops like that anymore.

[@mariamyre9778]

🤩❤️

[@perfectstorm37]

Water colour painting is the most difficult of all the mediums to master, the secret is simplicity. The next, is drawing skills, without a good knowledge of drawing you will never be able to do it....BUT you will enjoy your effort. To be a good watercolour artist will take at least 5 years of constant drawing and painting.....plus a natural talent. (I teach art)

[@littlebreak6959]

Those who can't do, teach.

[@ziggy33399]

Encouraging comment. Hmm...

[@thedon008]

+Little Break And so, you shouldn't listen, or what? What is it with that stupid quote, which takes reason away from people? There have been amazing teachers in all fields that couldn't do it themselves just as well as their students. Good advice is relevant even if it comes from someone who can't apply it. But if you can only throw shit at it, maybe you will splatter some on yourself, too.

[@classicartfoundation639]

Daniel Smith paints are so vivid, I love them. But I don't love the price!

[@TonySwaby]

Brilliant! ...but is it me or are all these artists doing the same style, drag, bleed, scribble sketch? Zbukvic, Pekel and the rest?

[@TonySwaby]

nope:)

[@CarlosFerreira-kaiko]

The interesting part is that they ALWAYS managed to build their own style while painting using the same dam thing... drag bleed sketch, which to me it is just Brilliant

[@artnook78]

id love him to be my art teacher !!!

[@karenhope6986]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@Nekotangerine]

Бомбезный мужик!

[@PumpkinPails]

All of a sudden he turns into a wrestling announcer. lol!

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

+GummyTumor He's definitely a character

[@lavonnecookman1839]

Ha ha.

[@lavonnecookman1839]

So fun! And, crazy! And, skilled! Why does he tuck in one side of his shirt? Ha ha

[@JenniferThompson333]

Find the paintings amazing! What color is the black? I don't think he says but maybe I missed it?

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

Black is a good chance of Ultramarine and Alizarin

[@JenniferThompson333]

Thank you! I can't get that depth of darkness with my DS paints but will try that combo again, but I think it might really be black! Which is why I ask. I most appreicate your show, and thanks for responding and so quickly!!

[@diegopereyra8949]

It's neutral tint from daniel smith

[@riabina17]

wonderful masterclass, but the guy is exhausting!!

[@alext8828]

I love this guy. He's a true master. But why is his beard always off center? It's too far to the right. Mysteries of life i guess.

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

+Alex Tworkowski Yes its a bit disconcerting Alex, but he paints well, Graeme

[@alext8828]

Graeme Stevenson (Colour in Your Life) I have learned so much from these videos. Joseph Zbukvic and others. My brother in law paints. He won't look at a computer. Feel sorry for him. Easy to be in rut w/ no way out. Need exposure to new ideas and ways. Thanks for you response.

[@alext8828]

***** I just saw a guy on TV w/ the same thing. Is there a secret message being sent. Let me guess. "Don't forget to drink your Ovaltine." That's it. I cracked the code.

[@health97]

Interesting style. What kind of tape is he using? Lots of painters complain about the tape tearing the painting but he just rips this tape without any fuss. Thanks

[@Citizen_X.]

TMC, It's a masking tape meant for masking things on the paper or stretching it. Good quality ones might not damage the paper.

[@mrgoldie109]

Is he using rough or cold press?

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

he uses cold press rough

[@keithatma2818]

Does anyone know where this is, in Paris?

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

Knowing Alvaro it probably is in Paris, Graeme

[@friedricengravy6646]

The demo was recorded in Australia I think?? ….& yes, the painting is a boulevard in Paris.

[@hepzibahO]

ONG...on and on with the commercials. WHEN will the actual demo start????

[@PositivelyNice]

hepzibahO hehe. 7:00. I fast-forwarded.

[@noreddineghazi3659]

envoyer moi sur mon face des demonstration complets et merci merci

[@danielhornbeck6588]

Wow. What just happened.

[@ColourinyourlifeAu]

Daniel Hornbeck Hi , yes he is amazing. We will have many more great Artists over time, so I hope you enjoy them all, dont forget to tell other folks about us. This only helps us to keep all of this going for everyone out there, hope all is well, Graeme