5 techniques for painting grasses in watercolour

5 simple step-by-step techniques for painting grasses in watercolour by professional artist Paul Clark.
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[@mrpeterpotts5106]

Unlike most demonstration and tutorial videos on watercolour painting you give clear explanations of what you are doing; and I love your sense of humour. Top quality.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@sainellore6874]

What an amazing (and selfless) art teacher you are, Mr. Clark! With you on our side, anyone can produce masterpieces with enough practice. Thank you for inspiring me to try my hand at watercolour again (it ended in disaster the last time).

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks nice of you to say - thanks very much Sai!

[@mrsbluesky9750]

100% selfless! Well said.

[@lavonnecarrick2238]

I hate to say disaster because nothing is really a disaster when painting however that is part of the process. If we don’t make mistakes how are we ever gonna get better. we, I learn from our, my mistakes right? Keep painting keep the passion find your inspiration.

[@sheelanr7318]

What you said is very true,Mr.Clarj is a wonderful selfless Art teacher

[@sampoltock4612]

Excellent loved this video you are such an inspiration, thank you 😊

[@akelley.73]

Love these lessons! Your sense of humor and quickness in which you demonstrate is much appreciataed.

[@jennyreindel3706]

This video is now my favorite of all your tutorials. I like that you not only teach new techniques, but you do this with interesting backgrounds. I'm trying to recreate your beautiful sheep field for my 93 year old father who once raised sheep and is now enjoying painting. I know he'll love it. Talking about painting gives us a way to connect during this scary pandemic. We talk every night by phone (he's 1000 miles away - about 1600 kms :). Thank you, Paul. I don't think you even know the impact you have made with so many people like me. You've given us a goal, and you've given us a connection to others. "Thank you" doesn't seem like enough. You are so appreciated.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow Jenny that's very kind and I'm sure your Dad is going to love it!!! - take care and all the best.

[@noorshayoub3314]

A Bob Ross of the 21st century. Love your work such a unique artist

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Kind of you too say Noor!

[@daniellebuck2554]

Paul can you put the bins out! 🤣🙏🏼 Great humour and fantastic lessons! Thanks once again Paul 👏🏼

[@janakinakka]

You are so talented and funny. I like your instruction too. I am addicted to your videos. Learning a lot. Thanks Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome, thank you!

[@luisv7117]

lol lol I love the way you play the ocean and ship sounds while painting, great tutorial thank you for sharing

[@josephcollins6033]

Can't believe I missed this. So very helpful. I love that you tell "why" for the techniques- or how they work. Thanks!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@janetkyle9932]

Wow, where have you been all of my painting life??? 😉🎨 I have to say I LOL’d on the sheep description with the white pastel pencil. I could tell what breed they were from here. Well kidding but funny none the less. 🐑🐑🐑 I so enjoy your tutorials and have learned so much. Thank you for your time. 😊

[@glicialinden1631]

Paul I live in Brazil. I’m in love with your techniques. I’m trying to evolve with watercolor paints. Thank you very very much for your kindness.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@zeyneperkan6200]

Everything in your paintings seems magical. I will try all of these methods just like I tried other tutorials. Thank you Mr. Clark!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks

[@savourydayscom]

I discovered this tutorial by chance and I think it's among the best ones I have ever watched so far. This is really amazing! Please keep making new tutorials. Thank you very much.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Will do and thanks very much 👍

[@UncleBosco]

This is the most helpful video I’ve watched on painting grass...and I’ve watched far too many! Thank you so much Paul.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Uncle B! - Hopefully you'll give them a go!

[@MasoodArtGallery]

You are very right sir. Really fantastic and marvollous painting! #MasoodArtgallery

[@rupamagdy805]

I agree!!!

[@tinatinti6833]

Sono ammirata per gli effetti atmosferici ottenuti con maestria

[@jsholm58]

Thank you! As a beginner who just can't seem to catch on, this was very helpful. Practice, practice!! Enjoy your day!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@catheybell2596]

Perfect timing. I am in the beginning stages of planning a painting with grasses in it and this video is perfect. Thanks for always posting the perfect video.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dilyssewell1907]

Just fell upon you by chance, and so pleased I did. Been painting a few years now but still very much a novice as never had a lesson and never improved - “All the gear, but no idea”! Great lesson thanks, and I do love a bit of splatter! I think I’ve found my mentor!😳👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Welcome Dilys! - and many thanks 😳👍 I've only being doing this for six months so there is lots more to come! - have you seen the other videos? :kzbin.info/door/C2uMZ7qWrsCUorYdZbi8OA

[@see4182]

Finally! Someone who I actually want to learn from! Never been a fan of "loose" styles, preferring a tad more detail in watercolors. Yours are that perfect balance of invitation of detail into imagination.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@keithburnett-i7f]

Liking the effect of the manky brush! Thank you Paul 👍

[@merium401]

You are the best teacher ever!! Funny,smart good looking and funny. Your a joy to watch. I look forward to painting with you on videos! Glad I found you in you tube. 🎨🖌️

[@merium401]

How do you sharpen the end of your brush? Are you just using a knife?

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you Merium! ... too kind!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

A pencil sharpener or knife, both work but round off the end with some sandpaper.

[@elleeo1495]

Thank you for sharing! Your work is beautiful & instruction, perfect. I'm just learning watercolor & am amazed by how you control the paint. Fabulous!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@leewagar8579]

Super tutorial! Your teaching ability is far beyond some other watercolorists I've watched. Can't wait to make myself a "manky" brush. So simple and pretty with the purple flowers.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@claritzairosario68]

I love all this 5 techniques 😊 so interesting way! But with the tip of the brush stick to add grass... this! Are so wonderful idea! 🎉❤😊👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lindagordon8811]

Thank you for a wonderful tutorial. Lovely and comforting, bless you fellow artist.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome

[@joannabatherson6783]

You are such an inspiration on painting and techniques! I have always liked painting in watercolors but could never let myself loosen up until I found your videos which have made me freely use colors and brushstrokes more. Thank you for your joyful and great videos. 🙏🏼

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Joanna and delighted to help! 😀

[@rbrunet4755]

Thank you for making art achievable and fun. And amusing at times. Your paintings are simply beautiful.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much - that's very kind!

[@nathalieheath5693]

Completely agree! Love your sense of humor Paul!

[@jeanlecoq5140]

Paul, I really enjoyed your techniques with watercolor. Grass is not always easy and you make it look very easy. Thank you so much. I've been painting for a number of years and watercolor has always been a challenge. Thank you. Loretta

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome Loretta!

[@ninaplepiene5219]

You are an amazing teacher,Paul !Thank you very much....!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

I appreciate that!

[@tangelena]

I love your tutorials! Concise, to the point and exactly what a struggling beginner and intermediate needs. My grass and rocks looked so childish and I had no idea what to do about it. Thank you!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome Tangelena! - stay in touch, more to come.

[@thomasfrost1765]

Thank you! Can't get over all the amazing little things you do to make a painting so multi layered and effective, and for sharing those things with us wannabe artists! I'll be following many of your tutorials and would love information on your vacation art trips. Donna.

[@trappchristine3787]

Hi! I'm french girl, and so happy to find your video! Thank you so much to help us giving life in our watercolor painting!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@latavalia271]

I AM SO GLAD TO HAVE WATCHED THIS VIDEO PAUL .WAS EXTREMELY HELPFUL .THE TIPS WERE VERY VERY SIMPLE AND EASY TO FOLLOW AND ACHIEVABLE. THANKS!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@MrHamayoon]

I'm short of words, while having very first time discovered a very fine teacher who's working with Heart n Soul. Thanks Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@denisejohnson7553]

I really enjoyed this video. I learned so much about painting grasses. I look forward to giving all of these methods a try. And to watching more of your tutorials.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome Denise - many thanks!

[@gurveenkaur8883]

You are very good.

[@yuvrajGJadhav]

Very useful technic in a very simple language Sir. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Keep inspiring us .

[@ronroussell8491]

I guess I stumbled across your site. Actually I was working on a painting and listening to you in the background. When I finished I decided to go back to the beginning and I'm so glad I did. Your an excellent teacher and artist.

[@kathleenramsey2966]

He does such wonderful work! And I like the way he explains his methods. His pictures are absolutely beautiful.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Kathleen - really appreciated!

[@JohnArnoldPhotography]

Wonderful instruction. And, I really like how you showed your paintings at the end to let us see how you incorporated those techniques. Thank you Paul! Seems like I am not the only one who said "just discovered" you! Keep up the good work.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful John!!

[@barbaralee915]

I loved it too. I was a technical illustrator, but what I had wanted to do was illustration, especially with watercolor. So now Im older & doing my own thing, so trying my hand at illustration & of all things, I cant imagine how to paint grass! I can do a medical centrifuge! Thank you SO much!!

[@shephherd]

Grass, foliage, trees and flowers...I dread trying these....and then wonder why my paintings looked so flat - my heartfelt gratitude to you for sharing your knowledge and techniques....I will be trying out all these tips. Thank you Sir!

[@prakrathishenoy]

You are such a wonderful teacher, sir. Thank you for teaching these beautiful methods🙏🙏🙏

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

It's my pleasure

[@RichardPriceWalker]

Another great set of hints and tips. Love the simplicity of wet wash and added fine strokes to create the look. Thanks Paul

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it Richard - hope you'll give them a try!

[@patriciapilipuf6372]

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[@happybulldog2460]

This was incredible! Especially Grass No. 3! So beautiful. I fell much better equipped to paint grass now ^^

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@darnissar]

I salute you for this selfless attitude. People hardly share what they know. I am sure it must have been a long journey for you ...parting with techniques shows your great stature

[@claireblizard652]

Love you Paul. You’re funny, talented, and, May I say, not full of yourself. Some artists just take themselves way too seriously. We are, after all, imitating the Great Artist, our Great Creator, and there’s got to be some joy in that.

[@seanfella]

Love the tutorials Paul, you demystify a lot stuff, thank you. I've had your book for a while too and it's great to see some of the techniques in action through your videos. Keep em coming!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome, thank you very much Sean!

[@tamarar9803]

Another "just discovered you painter" here. Love your info. and your style of teaching. Happily subscribed today!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Welcome aboard Tamara! - new video every Wednesday so keep in touch!

[@elizabethmaslowska2298]

Love your generous teaching, thank you so much!

[@BEATRIZBARRUETO]

I can't stop watching your videos! Thank so much! Greetings from Brazil

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for watching!

[@kfcphtb21]

Thank you so much again for a clear and concise tutorial! Your work is beautiful!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome - many thanks!

[@EraLuna13]

This is so helpful as usual, Paul. Thank you. Your painting's at the end of the video are wonderful, love the "Footpath" and "The Rose" charming. Now, run along and get those bins out! 😊🎨

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks Gina! Bins are out, now just the lawn to cut (I rather be painting!)

[@cynthiabeauchamp5623]

Just learning watercolor. Thanks for your instruction. Enjoy your videos very much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊

[@davidm3569]

Wonderful, inspiring At the end a glimpse of the unspoilt, rural countryside, a hidden gem. 👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much!

[@betforsyth7413]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful artistic talent. This is so helpful. Love your relaxed yet detailed and to the point lessons.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Bet - glad you've joined us!!

[@hArtyTruffle]

Wow, seeing those earlier paintings of yours, it really shows how you’ve developed as an artist from “perfect” paintings to loose perfect paintings. Thanks for these tips. You make it look so easy. With practice, maybe I’ll be as good as you one day.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks - yes, just lots of practice!!!

[@maryballesteros1179]

Thanks for all the tips. Question: how do you sharpen the end of your paintbrush for scoring?

[@vladm9384]

Your videos were the answer to my watercolour woes.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad to hear Vlad!

[@michaelblake6830]

Another great watercolor scene of a strongly emotional symbol. Thanks Paul.

[@jeanmayo4076]

I just found your channel today and subscribed. You are so generous with your talent. I’m just learning watercolors and I’m very excited to have found your channel. I also went to Amazon and found your book which I will be purchasing very soon. It’s sitting in my cart as we speak, LOL. This video on grasses is awesome! Thank you so much! Oh, as you mentioned suggestions for painting, I would love to see a Paris theme. Perhaps a street scene or a café. I was blessed to have been given a trip there last year, and it was just the best!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hi Jean many thanks and welcome aboard!!! ... thanks for purchasing my book too! ... let me know how you get on. Thanks for the suggestion of Paris - it's one of my fav places too! - Have you seen my 'Blur Door' video? it was painted in France and I have a Paris Cafe scene at the end. - kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5ymgGeaeaqbaq8

[@jeanmayo4076]

@@ArtbyPaulClark found the blue door video and watched it, thank you. I did see the Paris cafe scenes at the end, LOVE them!

[@marybirder5663]

First time viewer here and I enjoyed watching your techniques. I appreciate the use of your white pastel, too because sometimes we forget we can incorporate other mediums to add accents and texture to our paintings. A good example is digging out our watercolor/colored pencils to add a touch of color here and there if we don't happen to have the right watercolor paint. The finished paintings you showed at the end have that rustic, country feel, which I really admire and appreciate!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's very nice of you to say Mary - I agree adding other media to your watercolours can really enhance your paintings - more to follow soon!

[@brendamisenheimer146]

Thank you for this! I appreciate your videos and you are a great teacher!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help!

[@manitasdeplomo]

Fun, pedagogy, very useful and effective simple tips… what else to desire ? Thanks a lot for this video !!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you

[@rentedtux1883]

Hi Paul. I'd love to see another pen and wash on old town buildings. This was a great video. Thank you for the lesson, Matt

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hi Matt - Thanks for the suggestion - it's on the list!

[@RobertHopkinsArt]

I needed to send my doctor a Thank you card... So, I painted the #4 painting on a piece of watercolor paper that was 7" x 10". I added a tan coloring at the bottom to take the place of sand. Fold it in-half, write the note on the inside and send it off! Sign and date the back of the card (in the grass), because it "is" a watercolor painting. Thanks for inspiring me to do this!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hey, Robert - that's a great story. Delighted to be of help and I'm sure your doctor will love it. All the best - Paul

[@theresamoss8947]

Love learning the grass techniques ❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So glad!

[@deborahelucy6197]

Brilliant short video showing easy grass effects, Thankyou for sharing your expertise. You are an inspiring talent.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊

[@alexandrahubner6736]

I’ve just discovered your channel and I am enchanted! I so love it!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Welcome aboard Alexandra!!! - Glad you've joined us and many thanks. New video every Wednesday!

[@jayashrimalondewatercolour9994]

Me too

[@theresageneston5983]

I'm a newbie and so intimidated by all the beautiful work everybody else does. Thanks for making these techniques so accessible to someone like me. So excited to try them out when I'm off work. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You can do it!

[@annahitajasavala5854]

This is the best tutorial I have viewed for painting grasses and creating depth. Thank you :-)

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cynthiagentry-brooks2537]

Thank you SO much -- the masking fluid technique for lighter grass is brilliant!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MaeBelleArt]

I really enjoying watching it all the way. Thank you for sharing. Greatings from Germany

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hello Rayna from Germany! - Glad you enjoyed it

[@simaabedini3617]

This is exactly what I needed 👏👏👏👌🙏✌️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad to help!!!

[@marlenemoore7571]

Fantastic. You are an amazing artist and a brilliant teacher. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@sarajhodges3357]

WOW AWESOME TECHNIQUES. THANK YOU FOR PASSING ON YOUR UNIQUE TALENT PAUL!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you liked it Sara!

[@sherrylee6719]

This is such a wonderful video with excellent tips. You are so generous to share with us. Would you be able to walk us through one of your complicated paintings from beginning to end? I know that would require a lot of time. I especially love the signs that you incorporate in your paintings. Thank you, Paul. I love your humor. The sheep are great!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hi Sherry - thanks for this lovely comment - I will look into doing some longer videos - keeping touch!

[@patriciasutcliffe658]

I have just discovered you! Loving the videos, especially grasses, trees, rocks and walls. So clear and relaxed. Your book also arrived today so I’m hoping my art is going to improve!! Thank you so much Paul.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome! Thank you Patrica and welcome aboard! Delighted you have got my book and hope you enjoy it - let me know how you get on!

[@tammymcfawn]

Loved learning some of your techniques....very interesting and doable!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Gelukkige1]

☝🏽Very good teacher. I especially enjoy your quaint sense of humor and how your videos allows a tutorial to be entertaining and informative at the same time. 😁

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@karlalehnhoff6069]

Thank you!!!!! I admire you soooo much! Teach me to paint horses!!!🙌🙌🙌💕💕💕🙏🙏🙏

[@mom2bsa]

Thanks for sharing all the wonderful tips! I need to give one of my brushes a haircut!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Please do!

[@user-qr7uc2vn3b]

Appreciate your instruction so much. Thank you for sharing your tremendous talent.

[@barbarasheperd2515]

As always, you are wonderful. Thank you.

[@HeiderosesPhotograph]

THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR GORGEOUS TUTORIALS. YOU ARE SO TALENTED AND I LOVE YOUR PAINTINGS.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@nsam9668]

I love your teaching 🙏🙏🙏

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you Noor! 😃

[@michelletanner6361]

I am a total beginner. I love grasses, the varieties, colours, movement etc. Thank you for this amazing lesson! I have subscribed.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for subbing Michelle!

[@asesther2747]

Great tutorial for creating the impression of details. Thank you so much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome!

[@nancyganjoosingh]

Best video and most helpful I have seen . Thanks Paul for sharing this.

[@rebeccashaw957]

That was enlightening. Thanks for all you do for all of us.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Our pleasure!

[@suziealt6842]

Thanks so much! Not only did I learn great techniques, I was so calm and happy while watching.🌻

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nirmalaghanti4474]

Lovely instructions

[@jessicabull6177]

I feel like I've learned more about watercolor painting from you, than I have taking an actual class. Thank you for posting these. 💖

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much - happy to help!

[@davidcudlip6587]

I've got a couple watercolor brushes that are now going to have their handle ends sharpened for grass/brush techniques. Thanks for the great video and painting tips.

[@nestormairena_0331]

THANK MR. PAUL FOR THE INFORMATION YOU ARE GIVING US BEGINNERS AT PAINTING BECAUSE I AM AN INKER OR I NORMALLY USE INKS WHEN I DRAW SO THANK YOU AGAIN MR. PAUL

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure, thanks for comment!

[@travelwell6049]

I went and sat on the bank of a canal with a friend so we could firstly make the most of the lovely sunshine before it rained but mainly to enjoy painting with watercolour. I haven’t done a watercolour since I was a child. I really enjoyed the experience of going out and doing the painting, but having brought it home to do the details I am really struggling. This tutorial, I hope will help with the general greenery and your brick video has been really useful for the canal bridge portion. It’s hard to know how much detail to go into. Thank you for sharing all these great techniques.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's great to hear and happy to help!

[@hernanmsolgar1253]

I know nothing about watercolor.. You make it easy to use it. Wonderful.. happy to know your techniques. Congratulations master.. Thanks for teaching the world.. Great to know U.

[@momijiyamanishi4548]

Today, at 12 Noon I am going in for my second hip replacement surgery. I am watching this video again to calm me down. The pain is worse than having five babies and I know because I didn't have any anesthesia with any of my three babies. So this is not a small feat. But I have a great doctor, and you are helping out with my mental and psychological Aspects. I have my beautiful paints to look forward to when I come home.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lol! - sounds painful - glad to help in some small way - keep in touch!

[@aprilstchung3796]

You are a fantastic artist! So fast snd spontaneous, and above all, a great demonstrator and teacher! Thank yoj very much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome!

[@sannanil]

Thank you very much for everything you share with us all. 🙂

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you Sanna!

[@bllewis52]

You are an amazing and gifted teacher. I am inspired by your work and generosity of spirit.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! 😊

[@valray405]

Thank you for sharing so many tips, Paul - most helpful and inspiring.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@karmi8821]

SO much to learn from you. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@revathinataraj4166]

I have just started painting, and I found your teachings very simple and easy to follow . Thank you sir 🙏

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks and welcome