Andy Evansen Painting Demo

Andy Evansen uses a photograph and "value study" to render a street view of the gallery in watercolors.
Andy maintains a studio in Hastings, MN; his accomplishments are too numerous to mention here. Read more at evansenartstudio.com/about

[@pctv18]

You may also like the Connie Misener oil demo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp7Ko4urf6uklZI

[@keribromfield1323]

I found this by accident and it is amazing. As an oil painter who is terrified of watercolour , this tutorial has actually made me want to have another try . This guy is brilliant. Thank you.

[@amitm400]

I am an avid learner of the watercolor medium. I like the loose style of Alvaro, Zbukvic, Tim Wilmot. Tim Wilmot's demos have been a great source of learning. Alvaro and Zbukvic don't really teach much in the public domain that can be watched for free. This demo kind of brought everything together in a way no one has ever explained before. Hats off to Andy. Saved it to my favorites.

[@mr.k664]

Hi! Probably you know him, but if you don't, you must see the videos of Gary Tucker. kzbin.info

[@sagnikbiswas326]

Hi, in case you are interested to catch a Zbukvic or Alvaro demo, you can try the "Colour in Your Life" (Graeme Stevenson) channel - I believe they have at least 1 of each & maybe 1 of Zbukvic, Alvaro & Herman Pekel together (3 amigos). Good luck!

[@ralphquintana1078]

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[@sagnikbiswas326]

I've seen only 1 Andy Evansen demo before this & that I had to buy ... so it's a wonderful surprise to find this gem here ... all free!! And I'm surprised that it has such few views ... Andy is not only one of the best watercolorists today, he is also one of the most sought-after instructors .. & here, he shows why. Thanks, Prescott Community Television!

[@patricialeonard9622]

I had never heard of this guy until yesterday when Eric Lin from the Cafe Watercolor channel interviewed him. From there, I checked out his website. His gallery pieces impressed me. Then this video came up as a suggestion. I would never have watched it had I not watched Eric’s interview and subsequently checked out Andy’s gallery. His lesson about seeing shapes, and values turned on a light bulb for me. I will practice his technique and hopefully loosen up. I’ve been painting for a year and am still tight as a drum. Great video!

[@Rob_Haarlem]

I learned so much from this demo, Andy is a really honest and pure teacher, love it...thanks for uploading

[@hlk01]

I feel so lucky to have found this video. Thank you for giving your time and expertise to the world at large. This has helped me more than I can say.

[@robertwinners7324]

Every watercolorist should view this demo. I was going down the wrong path again until I watched this video.

[@ampicado]

If you just watch the first two and a half minutes, you'll learn more than many do in years of classes, imho. Thanks for sharing!

[@XtianApi]

It's interesting when you have a good artist directly tell you how to simplify it makes it so much easier to actually do it

[@ratboys421A]

Couldn't agree more! I found myself pausing this video in the first 5 minutes, rewinding and taking notes. I'm positive I will end up watching the whole video many times

[@geoffstanistreet6699]

I think over the years this would have to be the best Watercolour painting tutorial I’ve seen. Andy is a delight. His running commentary is gold. The clear way he explains what he is doing and more importantly why , is often lacking in many other tutorials . His talk at the end about his experience as an artist and what it takes to be professional is fascinating . Love his work.

[@scottenosh4548]

What a goldmine of information!

[@jaimehamm8999]

Thank you Thank you Thank you for your most 'to the point' tutorials. Correct, prepping is key.

[@Cvaut]

Andy your personality is as wonderful as your painting techniques. Thank you for the demo.

[@vippysidhu9025]

Very detailed. Extremely helpful. Thank you

[@beckyhofer4328]

Andy… you just turned on the lightbulb in my brain. I’m always asking how do painters think about approach and the overall plan before they paint. But I usually don’t understand what they’re doing because they don’t explain. You’re brilliant and you are an absolutely wonderful teacher. Thank you thank you. Can’t wait to try this approach. My dream is to take one of your workshops!

[@sandrapearce7116]

I love the relaxed easy going style of his teaching. Thanks so very much for this lesson.

[@jeananczak3119]

A special teacher. Personable presentation makes you believe in your ability to succeed and paint well.

[@connectingtheunconnected2563]

You are an amazing Teacher. Please keep uploading.

[@forestntt72]

Doing is one thing, being able to convey to others in such a succinct way is a completely different skill and one that Andy excels in. Great video, thanks.

[@monsurhabib]

This is gold.... Its a shame that such awesome videos doesn't have much views.

[@JunkJournalingismyTherapy]

Amazing to watch and learn from a master. I appreciate your style and realistic approach to your art.

[@karenkrosnick8725]

Exceptional tutorial. Andy is superb!!

[@terrymeechan2998]

You make this simple and it makes so much sense to do a value study and connecting the shapes. Mahalo and Aloha.

[@patriciaharris6404]

This is an amazing demonstration. I learnt so much. Thank you.

[@mmanahan58]

Excellent instructional video...for all levels of painters

[@deanodeano37]

OMG this is a really really good lesson for a beginner watercolor painter like me. I needed someone like Andy to show me the rope about the starting process and mindset on how to plan your painting. His method of doing a value study really helps me to understand how I should approach a painting when laying down the first and 2nd wash. Thank you so much!

[@alexisliddell3786]

One of the greatest painting tutorial have seen on youtube, thanks a lot!

[@KIREGREBRON]

I have seen hundreds of videos about painting during four-five years... this was so far the best I have come across. Thanks for sharing!

[@virginiarinkel7544]

Thoroughly enjoyed your presentation here, and the helpful hints you gave. Thank you and keep up the great work.

[@JyotsnasWatercolorArt]

One of my fav artists. Wonderful work Andy.

[@saraht4973]

Super super super...... so happy I found your video. Love the skills you show us and the humor. Guess I take this all to seriously, but you get just the right amount .. thank you so much. Helps me learn while in isolation.

[@cku235]

Great demo Andy. Been awhile since I attended your Dallas Workshop. I had forgotten a few things about your value studies. This was a good refresher demo. Thank you for sharing.

[@frenchgrama]

This was a great watch - I looooooved your practice of doing the value study simply and in 2 steps. I will definitely do this as I believe it will make a HUGE difference to my watercolour practice. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@robertanderson2881]

Hi Andy! great demo and instructional view also, from Australia cheers....

[@SuperReyand]

He is so good, i love his approach and his watercolor pieces. I wish i could attend his workshop...

[@janetcatmull268]

So much more than just a demo! His discussion of how to approach a painting is fantastic. I've been painting for years but picked up good advice in this video. Thanks, Andy!

[@neilcollins3701]

I discovered your tutorial and it came just at the right time. All the things you describe in terms of tightness and and the wish to loosen up and be free are familiar to me as a retired Graphic designer. The video on grey values is a revelation, I can't wait to try it. Many many thanks.

[@shaileshvengurlekar9105]

One of the best Videos . Get to learn so many things in most simplified way.

[@user-jz7wn3km7z]

Great teaching,lots of informations 🙏thank you

[@khalanesachin]

Wow.. really great.. never thought I would watch 2 hr video continuesly. Superb. Learnt a lot. Thanks

[@ardlbursal5548]

This is totally a great demo.. lots to learn and practice.. thanks a lot..

[@ratboys421A]

This video is solid gold from the start to the end!

[@sanjaykambleart8195]

Great Demo Andy.. well explained Value Pattern...Very Informative

[@juliepreimesberger6571]

Outstanding! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Thank you for sharing this very valuable demonstration. I have been following Andy's demos that are out in the public domain, and hope to someday attend a live class or workshop! He is such a wonderful teacher. Thanks again! 👍🏼❤️

[@ranjanaluwihare1511]

Andy is an amazing watercolourist & great tutor too! Thank you & soo invaluable!

[@janewineinger1569]

"It's too hard to make all those decisions constantly, so you need to come back to it later" perfect! That's why we have to let it dry, come back and work more, for so many times.

[@brandonlanois1734]

Also him: "the longer you work on it, the worse it gets."

[@elgoogernut]

Best tutorial ever ! I have watched heaps to be honest - none compare, thanks Andy.

[@user-ql8yv7zs9c]

ty for posting

[@katherinelawrence1608]

Prescott Community Television, you posted a REAL GEM! Thank you! Andy Evansen, thank you for working with PCT! Love the Q&A during the session! (Thank you participants!) Am writing Oct 2020, covid time. This video is a gift!

[@hughmorley365]

Brilliant video - and I've watched hundreds over the last five years! Some great tips/insights and a nice bloke to boot. I even enjoyed the chat at the end. Thanks for the OTHER reason for doing a tonal study to paint from i.e. to not end up trying to copy the photo. It explains why folk like me like find it easier to 'copy' paintings by impressionists rather than reproduce images from our own photos - they've already removed the detail!

[@michaelpfenning4276]

I agree. His workshop was most helpful. This was a great refresher. I would definitely encourage Someone to take the four day class.

[@ladonnaanderson2914]

I was lucky enough to take a three day course from Andy Evenson, he is a delightful and encouraging teacher. I'm still trying to absorb it all and happy to find this refresher. I am such a beginner!

[@joserabasso-vidal6834]

Mr Evansen ... I congratulate you as a wonderful professor..., actually an all around... prof... ! Very didactic, excellent diction, very informative, your studies or introduction to values and volumen (unification of the picture drawing... and values... etc.,), just perfect! ... and more! I will try to follow as soon as possible... Thank you. very illuminating. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@treelogicllc9167]

Fantastic teacher!

[@ikaw41]

This video is a hidden gem!!!

[@sirreginalddoc3117]

Wow this video just massively levelled me up as an artist.

[@susanoflightandshadow2145]

One of the best!

[@jacquelinepankuck750]

This is fantastic. Hoping to see a workshop in the New York/New Jersey area in the coming year!

[@brendalazellestephenson2319]

Brilliant - hilarious about the figure painting - I've done that, been there. Hope to go beyond that. Thanks

[@johnhanson9363]

Thank you, Andy is the best. Im shocked this video has only has 350 views.

[@pctv18]

It's been viewed alot more since!

[@bobbysands5385]

AMAZING instruction! Thank you.

[@suzalasuzala1135]

this was a great vid. thanx!

[@hartmannvondunaburg6768]

Thanks a lot for sharing, found this wonderful demo by presentation on Liron Yanconskis channel...

[@carolalmond7048]

Great teacher! Thanks

[@corallall]

Andy is seems a very kind person.

[@roseechols800]

I'm pretty new to watercolor, but like it a lot. I've been watching you and Eric at watercolor cafe. I don't care for abstract at all. However I would like to pair looser. Thanks so much for the tips. I love the point of connecting everything in the photos.

[@redmoon8217]

Love this, very talented work. Thanks for being so generous with your work. I found myself worring about the scarves and jewelry, which look quite expensive and I was worried in case the paint splashed. 🤣

[@awesomeguitarshorts]

Master !!! 🙏🏼

[@jonesapalooza]

This is a great video! Makes me want to take a workshop from you.

[@anetajohnson8446]

Andy evansen, great tutorial: if I may comment, as a fellow artist. At art fairs and studios, I noticed that the most interisting paintings were the ones where the artist held the most focus, in the center, or on the most important subject in the painting. with the sharpest detail. especially if your drawing boats, trains, cars, etc... but, your the artist I"im just a pee on!

[@amats3]

If you ever get a chance to take one of his workshops....do!!

[@peterhuang4751]

Excellent watercolor teacher

[@sophiecheung9904]

Very helpful. Thank you 😊

[@dannythebear743]

very informative video, thankyou.

[@sunnylee4446]

Wonderful tutorial watercolor. !!!

[@MrHamburgerHelper]

Thanks so much for this amazing wisdom ❤ It would be all the more incredible if we had one more (close up) camera angle

[@marciabraganza573]

You've given me confidence and I've learnt something new from you. I have to loosen up. Thank you very much.

[@davidfinnell9137]

"We've got a runner!" Funniest workshop line ever.

[@carolferguson5467]

What a fabulous workshop and just a genuinely nice man! How does one go about tracking the shows and and workshops all over the country?

[@atheransari8038]

Very nice video

[@alfonsoportugal6754]

I still struggle to draw cars, I don't know how you do it, my cars look like rats with wheels. Excellent video. I bought your dvd today!

[@johngeekieart]

Great and so instructive, does anyone know where I can get a palette like the one Andy uses.

[@johngeekieart]

…in the UK

[@weeverob]

Detail or the lack thereof, reminds me of the portrait of Lincoln comprised solely of of varying shades of gray squares. A complete lack of detail yet the mind recognizes Lincoln's face.

[@davidsmith812]

What large brush are you using for the value study and do you use 140 lb operating for most paintings? Thanks for your videos...they have really helped this beginning "renderer". Looking forward to being more loose and "carefree" in my approach.

[@user-dq9kb6yz8k]

very usefull demo,thank you for sharing : ) I shall watch it again

[@charlie1872]

Hi Andy, watching your demo. I belonged to a group of artists here in Toronto, not that I am an artist.🤣 There was a lady who was a medical artist at the University of Toronto but she did the most exquisite flowers, the type you would find in botany publications. Ever get up to Toronto?

[@terencemace8169]

What a refreshing unpretentious and interesting demo, unfortunately I happen to live in England , too far away to attend a workshop , get

[@nancyholte6015]

I am currently working on an article about Andy and came on here to see what I could glean when I noticed your comment. You should check andy's website as he regularly travels to other countries to teach workshops and I believe he will be in England next year sometime.

[@mialam8242]

🤩🤩🤩

[@tucsontom7244]

Let me know when you teach in Tucson again.

[@roseechols800]

What kind of stand is that your using?

[@teodygaspar]

Teaching of Edgar Whitney...the principle of design

[@rawdata7569]

Do you guys use a light table to get your outlines?

[@SuperReyand]

i want a palette big like his.

[@wesmcclaskie3442]

What's the brand of your watercolor paint

[@laurarios3725]

WANDERFULL DEMO, WHAT PAINT DO YOU MIX FOR YOUR DARKEST DARK?, AND WHAT PAPER BRAND DID YOU USE FOR YOUR VALUE STUDY?, THANK YOU SO MUCH ANDY.

[@brandonlanois1734]

burnt sienna and ultramarine

[@laurarios3725]

Andy where in Mexico do you teach?, I,m in Mexico.

[@mrcohiba1662]

Andy: I cant make a living from painting alone. Me: Confirmed. I’m gonna starve.

[@suel4269]

Where was this filmed?

[@pctv18]

Orange Dragon Art Studio in Prescott, WI

[@sharonmcmann-morelli4896]

great video! do you ever give workshops? i belong to the Rhode Island Watercolor society, it is. a great place and has really large workshop area, you should check it out❤️

[@OurManInChad]

is this a VHS tape?

[@pctv18]

No, it was a digital recording, but at the lower res of old broadcast TV.