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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[@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. 😊

[@Christina-d4h]

LOL- I loved the sheep description, too!

[@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 😊

[@daniellebuck2554]

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

[@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 😊

[@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.

[@jakeosborne7013]

My hand is shaky but this technique may help Thanks

[@zenwatercolours]

Phenomenal Tutorial 😊 Thank You

[@noorshayoub3314]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Kind of you too say Noor!

[@ravihandve]

Just one word 'SUPERB'

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

BIG thanks!

[@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

[@davidm3569]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much!

[@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!

[@jessicab6177]

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!

[@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!

[@itb8719]

I seriously love this dude

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Very kind - thanks!

[@nirmalaghanti4474]

Lovely instructions

[@cynthiabeauchamp5623]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊

[@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!

[@vladm9384]

Your videos were the answer to my watercolour woes.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad to hear Vlad!

[@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 👍

[@yuvrajGJadhav]

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

[@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!

[@arielacaripan2081]

Gracias estimado Paul por todas tus enseñanzas y atractivos vídeos. Me encantan!!!.....Un fraternal abrazo desde la Patagonia chilena.

[@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 😊

[@stevenlight5006]

Paul your style is the tops .good day or evening,from north Florida.usa

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thanks

[@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

[@surazoo]

Gracias Paul, eres muy claro en tu enseñanzas; conviertes en fácil lo que no es. Thank Paul, you are so clear in yours teachings; you make easy what is not. Greetings from Chile.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Gracias too Surazoo from Chile

[@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!

[@mom2bsa]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Please do!

[@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! 😀

[@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

[@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!

[@terrifabula9790]

Thank you so much! I tend to be so detailed with my grass as I drive myself crazy. Your information on how to loosen up is wonderful…🙂

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@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!!

[@elenakashpersky5658]

Thank you so much! The best tutorial I’ve ever seen! You are a wonderful teacher!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@happybulldog2460]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@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!

[@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.

[@luisv7117]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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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[@tammymcfawn]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@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.

[@sannanil]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you Sanna!

[@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

[@karmi8821]

SO much to learn from you. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@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.

[@lornadunklee1689]

Really, REALLY helpful. I'll watch again and again.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear Lorna!

[@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!

[@lydiat5819]

Thank you for sharing. I will surely copy your techniques one day. 🙌

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Go for it!

[@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!)

[@theresamoss8947]

Your paintings are just beautiful

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@prakrathishenoy]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

It's my pleasure

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!!

[@fairlessdave1834]

I've watched tons of your videos and they have really helped me. The most important thing I have learned is to not overwork something and this video perfectly illustrates that. For me, the key is when to suggest something rather than painting it in detail, just like you showed us with the grass in the distance of the sheep field. Thank you so much.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad to help! - many thanks!

[@kfcphtb21]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome - many thanks!

[@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!

[@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

[@beroukhiaeliana2435]

Bravo merveilleux et merci pour toutes les techniques que vous nous faites découvrir 👍😍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Merci aussi!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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?

[@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 😀

[@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!

[@BEATRIZBARRUETO]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for watching!

[@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!

[@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!

[@simaabedini3617]

This is exactly what I needed 👏👏👏👌🙏✌️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad to help!!!

[@lindagordon8811]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome

[@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

[@Sonflwr77]

Thanks so much, for your wonderful explanations of things. At 66 yrs. of age, I have dabbled here and there with various crafts., including oil landscapes. I begin a new art class this week and I’m excited to study beginner’s art and hopefully to work into watercolors.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Good luck with your journey Arrel!

[@stevestaudenmeir7161]

Thank you so much for the wonderful videos! I love trying your techniques!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@suziealt6842]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thl1]

just catching up and thanking my you tube instructors.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Very kind, thanks very much 😀

[@michaelanneshurtleff6304]

I was really struggled painting a stone wall until I watched this video, you make it seem so easy Paul! I am getting better each day I practice.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad I could help!

[@elizabethmaslowska2298]

Love your generous teaching, thank you so much!

[@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.

[@brokenwing2005]

I subscribed. You make some of the best WC tutorials I’ve seen!

[@revathinataraj4166]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks and welcome

[@manitasdeplomo]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you

[@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!

[@kimhoa9]

how wonderful is your teaching which is so clear and helpful

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@lourdesfernandez3162]

Your videos are helping me a lot with the beautiful ways you teach us. Thank you so much, Maestro!!!! Your watercolor paintings are fantastic!!! Wish to draw one day like you!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀 keep practicing!

[@Mainaed]

This was so my kind of video.... grass is my favorite subject, Thank you for sharing these lovely tips 💖

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@WAITANDLOOK]

Thank you so much for the demo ! and the most helpful video i've seen ! fab' Artwork !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear many thanks 😊

[@michaelblake6830]

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

[@Sidweddingphotos07]

saw only first example and already awestruck. love this video

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

very kind - thanks!

[@Francine01946]

I love your sound effects! Your a great teacher

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! 😃

[@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!

[@marlenemoore7571]

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

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@zinamecelis5577]

Thanks soooo much for these wonderful lessons. They are very entertaining and helpful. Say hello to your co-hort , love the comedy!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Will do!

[@claudiamuniz8542]

You are a genius! I Love your paints! Very Nice! Thank's

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!

[@florforcity953]

Great class. Thank you 🙏

[@tanujambwani4781]

That was just Genius....!! 😃...Paul, you made my day 😊... God bless you 😇... (...🥰 India...)

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Tanuj 😀

[@barbarasheperd2515]

As always, you are wonderful. Thank you.