ATTENTION BEGINNERS! Essential Information Every Watercolor Artist Should Know!

[@coma2os403]

The best thing I have done when struggling with my water colour paintings or art projects in general, is to walk away and leave it for a day or 2 and then look at it again from a fresh perspective. Recently, I looked over water colour paintings I did years ago and thought, 'that's not bad' and yet at the time of painting, I thought they were terrible. I put a lot of pressure on myself for perfection, rather than practice, experience and enjoyment of the process! Thank you for sharing your talent with us, Liesl! 💕

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I think you are very wise! It is good to take a break and walk away from it sometimes! 😉 It can be a very fun thing to look back at paintings we created months or even years ago and see how much we have improved as well. I truly appreciate you watching and commenting today. I hope you have a wonderful week! Happy painting my friend. 🥰

[@amymckee5075]

I’m so glad I found your channel! I enjoyed your sharing of your struggles. ❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this. 🥰 Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. Take care!

[@amazinggrace163]

Thank you for this post, your honesty was extremely encouraging and uplifting to a beginner. Thank you for all your tutorials and time, you have taught me to paint and to not give up trying!😊

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

It makes my day to hear that this video was uplifting and encouraging for you! That was my goal with being vulnerable about my mistakes. 🥰 I appreciate you taking the time out of your day to watch and comment. Take care my friend!

[@mariapapppapp8228]

You are a perfect teacher

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you for your kind comment Maria. 🥰 Have a wonderful day.

[@libbydearing2374]

Thank you for showing this process. I am hard on myself when everything doesn’t turn out perfect, so it is encouraging to know that, as a professional, you also have struggles. I am inspired to keep going. Again, love the music.🧡🎨🎹🎼

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you Libby for your comment. 💕Unfortunately I think we as artists are the worst critics of ourselves and our work! I just hope that people feel supported, understood, and uplifted by today’s video. 🥰 We have all been there! Take care my friend.

[@veroklassmann654]

like it very much! especially your mistake and the fixing.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you. That means a lot to me to hear. 🥰 I appreciate you taking the time to watch!

[@pennywheeler2598]

Today is a wonderful day. I was able to relax and watch you paint. This was probably the best tutorial I've ever watched, and you taught me a great lesson. Watching you make a mistake, thinking through it, and fixing it was priceless. I appreciate your honesty and willingness to share. You're so brave. 💜🩷🖌xxx

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

It’s so good to hear from you again Penny!! I have missed our conversations. 🥰 I hope you’ve been doing well and have had a fun time with your family. 💕 I appreciate your comment very much today, to be honest, I wasn’t sure if it was a good idea or not to post a video like this! But if it helped even one person feel a little bit better or more confident in their work then it was worth it. 🥰 Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment today, I know you’re a busy person! Take care my friend. ❤️

[@Bunnymom74]

You are so right about practicing and painting as much as you can as a beginner. I have looked at my paintings from six months ago and I have definitely made progress. Your words are so reassuring and give me incentive to keep going! Thank you for your beautiful paintings!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I am so happy to hear that you can look back at your paintings from six months ago and see your progress! In my opinion, that is the best way to gauge improvement rather than comparing your work to someone else’s. I wish everyone were as insightful as you! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment today Lisa. 🥰 Take care my friend, and happy painting!

[@barryedgington6812]

Hi Liesl, first I have to say how gorgeous you are! ❤I also love your beautiful turquoise jewelry! Your painting is beautiful! Showing us how you corrected the dark green leaf by separating it with white gouache was interesting. It was not possible for me to see the difference, but as you are a professional artist you would! This was an uplifting, motivating and encouraging tutorial! Thank you! Helene

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 you are so kind! You have just made my day with your comment. I hope you know how much I appreciate you Helene, you’re the best. Thank you for your continued support and for taking the time out of your busy day to watch. Take care my friend. 💕

[@Sanne333]

Thank you for sharing your struggles too, it turned out very beautifull Liesl !

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much Sandra, that means a lot to me. 🥰 Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@mariafuentes6083]

I cannot tell you how this troubleshooting video encouraged me!!! So thankful you sharing your trueself with us!!! You are so real! It's why I trust your teaching with limited or no editing of flaws. You really come along side your students and number yourself with is. NICE!❤

[@mariafuentes6083]

Love this painting so much. The colors are just beautiful. Your loose flower style is where I can see myself, so cool.❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much Maria, Your support means a lot to me and I appreciate your comment very much. 💕 I hope you have a fantastic day, and happy painting my friend!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

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[@Monardadidyma-g5q]

Yes - the sharing of the process here really is invaluable. Would be great if lots of watercolor artists shared their bloopers in action, including how they found resolution...or not. Thank you.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I wasn’t sure if it was a good idea for me to post a video like this at all, so I’m glad this was helpful!! 🥰❤️

[@madonnafriedman5148]

Thank you Liesl. Wonderful tutorial, I'm glad you kept showing it and the process to fix. It turned out beautiful! I'm not good at loose painting and am amazed at people who can really bring it together. Thanks again for a great tutorial! You're amazing !

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I hope you know how much I appreciate you Madonna. 💕 You always brighten my day! I am truly thankful for your kindness and support. I hope you have a fantastic day!

[@iriswright5060]

Thank you so much for making this video!! I just started trying to paint last week. I have nearly zero artistic ability so it is easy to get discouraged. However, I enjoy it so much I keep telling myself that is the point. Your videos are amazing and so helpful, especially the encouragement. I will never paint a masterpiece but I intend to keep trying.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m glad you enjoyed the video and I’m also very glad to hear you’re having fun with your paintings! 🥰 I think you’ll be surprised though at how much you are improving with each piece you paint. With each month that goes by you are getting better, and it can be an eye opening thing to look back at paintings you created a year ago or even six months ago and see your improvement. Hang in there and keep up the good work! Thanks for watching! 💕

[@iriswright5060]

@@lieslsartisticstudio I framed my first freehand flower painting. Not because it was very good but because I was so proud of myself for stepping outside my comfort zone :)

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m glad you did. 🥰

[@janellethompson888]

Awesome REAL tutorial!👏 Bob Ross would be so proud😊 Love the turquoise btw😍

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thanks Janelle, gotta love those “happy accidents”! 🥰❤️

[@aldenjack]

Art captures what makes us human. It’s why we love it and use it for expression. I love that this piece captures how you can take an unexpected thing and still appreciate the beauty in it!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you Alden, that means a lot to me. I appreciate you taking the time to watch during your busy day! ❤️

[@tracyshillington5894]

Never even noticed the leaf until you pointed it out! How clever using the gouache! Thank you for sharing your "human artist side" with us 🌺

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😅 I guess it just goes to show we are the worst critics of our own work! 😉 Thanks for everything Tracy.

[@kiramariejack9003]

What a happy painting! Awesome tips too! 🌼

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you Kira. 💕 You’re the best!

[@sandydewitt4321]

Thank you for showing this. It makes me realize it's OK to experiment and try to fix things. It's all a journey.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I hope that you found this helpful Sandy. 🥰 I truly appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today. Take care!

[@kellydanson2121]

What about lifting the color first? Or maybe smudge it out for a color in the background? Thank you for being someone we can trust!❤ ❤❤❤❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

That is a good thought Kelly, I’m glad you mentioned it. I actually did attempt lifting out the color, (I just didn’t have it recorded) unfortunately the dark green had stained my paper too much and that technique just didn’t work this time which is why I resorted to the gouache. But that is definitely a good point and is worth trying with mistakes such as this. I appreciate your thoughts! Take care my friend. 🥰

[@lizgorley]

I absolutely love this painting! You are such a great teacher. Grateful for your honesty and willingness to explain some possible fixes. I look forward to watching and learning more from you. Thank you again!🎨

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 thank you for the lovely comment. I truly appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today. Take care and happy painting! 💕

[@lindakelby1353]

Great video. Love your painting. You're a wonderful instructor!! Thanks so much

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to watch today! Take care. 🥰

[@tracyshillington5894]

I can completely relate! Like another painter below, I look back to my first attempt, and there has been improvement. You are so encouraging about this watercolour journey we are all on. I have just downloaded the outline, and look forward to trying it! Thanks again!☺

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

That is wonderful that you see improvement compared to your first attempts! 🥰 Sometimes in the moment we don’t feel like we’ve improved much, but what an inspiring and encouraging thing it is to look back at our paintings from months before and compare them to what we are able to create now! 👏 I hope you continue to improve with each painting you make Tracy. 💕 Take care!

[@debcavan]

Thank you for helping us learn. I had the experience of putting a mat around one of my paintings for the first time. It made it look great.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

It’s amazing what a frame or a mat can do to a piece of artwork isn’t it?! It can really finish and set a piece off. I’m glad you gave the mat a try! Thanks for watching today. 🥰

[@ambikaupadhya431]

Your work is beyond exceptional... thank you so much

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much Ambika. 🥰 You’re the best!

[@donnaleifels3856]

Great video it is good to see how you fixed your mistake and your painting is beautiful 🦋💕

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much for watching Donna, I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🥰 Have a wonderful day!

[@savitaayyar8356]

All 3 versions are beautiful! Thank you so much!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind! 🥰 Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment. Take care!

[@ralphherrick596]

Thank you for being you.... very helpful and educational....and yes just as fantastic as all your work....will be trying this ...I sure need to catch up !!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I appreciate you Ralph. Thanks for all your support! Take care and happy painting my friend. 😊

[@ruthherring6035]

Beautiful as always. I’ve found I need to do a painting at least three times, most of the time.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I guess the saying “three times the charm” is true! 😅😉 I am just glad to hear that you don’t give up. ❤️ Hang in there and keep up the great work Ruth. Thank you so much for watching today. 💕

[@Inuknorth]

O love this composition and the beautiful music

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much Joan. I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🥰 Take care and thanks for watching.

[@mzkatbee463]

Great video! Thanks, Liesl!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m glad you liked it. 🥰 Thanks for watching!

[@nancykoziara-clark5995]

Thank you so much for sharing your mistakes. For too long I believed I should expect my paintings to turn out perfect on the first attempt. Your honesty and efforts are refreshing and encouraging. And isn't this just like life...making lemonade out of unexpected lemons! Thanks again.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I appreciate your comment very much Nancy! I hope this video was helpful to you in knowing that you’re not the only one who has struggles. 🥰 Hang in there and enjoy the process! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch, I appreciate you very much. Take care and happy painting! 💕

[@ChrisSenM]

This is my favorite video! I'm new and things like this happen all the time! So glad that you posted this! Going to try this one soon.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this tutorial. 🥰 I wish you the best of luck in your watercolor journey. Happy painting my friend!

[@sandraneale128]

Bless you for this! So helpful to me❤️👵🏻

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so happy to hear you found this helpful Sandra. 🥰 Take care!

[@128titanic]

Hi, Liesl. Thank you for your video. Have a good week. ❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you for watching. Take care my friend. 🥰

[@carol5872]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and struggle with this piece. I make the same mistake everyday. This helps me so much!! I’m encouraged now to keep trying. Thanks again!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so happy you found this tutorial relatable. 🥰 Hang in there and keep up the good work! We tend to be our own worst critics, so don’t let it get you down! 😊 Happy painting my friend.

[@christinebrooks5556]

Thank u very much for this tutorial, I'm not an artist, I can copy, but never turns out the same. Im gonna relax & stop beating myself up about mistakes/ differences, & enjoy the process more, which is why we create in the first place x

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I hope this tutorial was helpful for you Christine. 🥰 I think we definitely tend to be our own worst critics! 😅 But you are 100% right in saying that we create the art for the enjoyment of it, so why not just have fun with the process! 💕 Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. I wish you much joy in your artistic journey!

[@christinebrooks5556]

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[@hawkeye9382]

Beautiful ❤️

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so glad you like it. Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@deidralewandowski2659]

I appreciate this look so much. thank you.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you Deidra, your comment means a lot to me. ❤️ Take care my friend.

[@lisagordon1748]

AMEN to pre-drawn outlines!! I believe I have purchased all of the ones you provide on Etsy. Without something pre-drawn, I end up wasting a lot of time (and expensive paper!!). Thank you so very much for making the outlines available AND for your wonderful tutorials!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so happy that the outlines have been helpful to you. 🥰 And I appreciate your support very much, so thank you. 💕 I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Happy painting my friend.

[@claudiamartinezanaya4795]

I have just seen your video, and I'm very happy you decided to share it! I think that for those mistakes we are our most critical judges... many people would simply not see it. Thank you for showing us that errors can have a beautiful solution 😊

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Yes! I agree with you….we do tend to be our own worst critics! 😅 Thank you for the kind comment today. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this! I hope you have a lovely day! Take care my friend. 🥰

[@trishb7582]

Just love this! You’re the epitome of Grace in telling us of your struggle and self doubt - I think the mistake is just beautiful!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 Thank you so much for your kind words. This means a lot to me to hear. ❤️ I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment. Take care my friend!

[@jo-annepikebrintrup1500]

And your mistakes!!! Yay! Even YOU make decisions you are not happy with! Very nice fix!!! Beautiful paintings!!!! I love them both!!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Hello again! 🥰 yes, I felt like it was a bit embarrassing to share my mistake on this, but I really wanted it to encourage and support other painters by sharing it. If it helps even one person, it’s worth it. 😊 I hope you have a lovely rest of the weekend. Take care. 💕

[@ladybdeloreswhitney_CM_CCH_PCM]

Liesl, I am inspired by your tutorials, and I absolutely love the Howlite Turquoise Jewelry. I am a Crystal Jewelry designer learning Watercolor Art to include in Jewelry Design.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so glad you are enjoying the tutorials. 🥰 And thank you for noticing my jewelry! They are some of my favorites. 😉 Jewelry designing is an artistic talent all on its own, it is so neat that you do it! I’m sure you are good at it. 💕 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today, take care!

[@joyceburton8208]

What a wonderful video. We all struggle with our paintings at times and we all make mistakes we don't care for. I was thinking about how I might try to fix this. If the paper your painting on can handle the water, couldn't you re-wet the area, dab it a few times to lighten the dark green, let it dry and paint over it? I saw an artist demo this technique. Of course it depends on your paper. Thanks for sharing, teaching and encouraging.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you for the idea Joyce, I am aware of the technique, and because I use quality paper I actually did in fact give this a try, (I just didn’t show that in the video) unfortunately the color stained my paper to such a point that it didn’t really help in this case which is why I resorted to the white gauche. But that technique does work sometimes in cases similar to this, so thank you for mentioning it. 🥰 Thanks for watching!

[@jo-annepikebrintrup1500]

This tutorial is terrific!! Thank you so much, Liesl! I haven't even finished it yet but I love it!!! Step by step!!! I can't wait to give it a try!!! 🙏

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Oh yay! I’m so glad you’re going to give this a try! 🥰 I hope you have fun painting it. I appreciate your support very much, Thank you. 💕 Happy painting!

[@ThereIsSoulInArt]

Liesl, thank you for being vulnerable & showing us the realities of painting & mistakes we all make, even professionals. I learned so much from this. It's a beautiful piece. ❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 This makes me so happy to hear! Thank you for the kind comment today. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this. I hope you have a lovely day! Take care my friend.

[@cindyfunk1007]

I think it's lovely!! I for some reason do the same I mess up with a big leaf, I did it on my mother's day card. I was on a time crunch and had to mail it so away it went! No one really knows unless you talk about it or draw attention to it. I think it bothers us more lol I loved this tutorial can't wait to try it! The mistake and fixing it was a real learning experience! Thank you! ❤️

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I think you’re absolutely right Cindy, we tend to be our own worst critics, lol! 😅 I’m glad you enjoyed this tutorial though. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today, it means a lot. Take care and painting! 💕

[@consuelomoral2212]

Hola. Desde España. Muchas gracias por tu sinceridad y humildad en reconocer que hasta " los profesionales" pueden NO estar satisfecho con algún trabajo. Eso a mí me ANIMA, las personas se superan con ERRORES. Muy bonitas flores.❤👍

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Hello my friend from Spain! 🥰 Thank you so very much for your kind comment. I appreciate you taking the time to watch, and I’m so happy you found the video encouraging. ❤️ Happy painting my friend!

[@americanrefugee5967]

Thank you for sharing this!! Both paintings are beautiful but I appreciated seeing the struggle!! It was a huge relief and excellent learning to watch an actual talented artist go through issues like this!! Thank God it’s not just me! lol! Thank you again and God Bless!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😅 Yes, we all have our painting struggles sometimes! I’m glad you enjoyed this. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment today, I truly appreciate it. Take care and happy painting! 🥰

[@janetwest7353]

Yes, this was helpful! Sometimes, there are "unhappy" little accidents and it's important to understand how to remedy something in a painting. I'm a beginner, and I appreciate how you point out that the bases of the petals are somewhat darker than the rest of the petal--this adds realism and dimension to the flower. Thanks for the lesson, and looking forward to more!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely comment, It means a lot to me. 🥰 I’m so happy you enjoyed the tutorial and I wish you all the best in your watercolor journey! Take care and happy painting! 💕

[@milenabdesign]

What a perfect video! Mistakes included, or especially that! Thank you!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😅 You are so kind, 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it. Thank you for your lovely comment today, it truly means a lot. Take care!

[@anneklar6512]

So happy to find your channel! Thank you for sharing!🙂

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind Anne. 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! Thank you for your lovely comment today, it truly means a lot. Have a wonderful day!

[@Clarion11]

Kinda nice to see that even you mess up sometimes! 😆 Thanks for being vulnerable! It’s not easy sharing mistakes.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😅 I wasn’t sure if it was a good idea to post this or not! But it helps even one person feel better about their watercolor journey, it’s worth it! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment today, I truly appreciate it. Take care and happy painting! 🥰

[@phyllisperrigoue8874]

Liesl~ You are just sooo sweet, the way you do your best to help us out with painting~ Not to mention to fix our mistakes~ Thank you sooo very much~ 😘 and I absolutely love the piano music you add to your videos~ It is just so very pretty and relaxing, and I find it rolling round in my head all day long, which helps to make me want to get right back into my painting~ i found it once where i got to watch you playing the piano, and was so surprised at your talents~ Sincerely, Phyllis~💖

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely comment, It truly means a lot to me. ❤️ I’m so happy you’re enjoying my tutorials so far. I wish you all the best in your watercolor journey Phyllis. Take care and happy painting my friend! 💕

[@lauriek744]

I really enjoy your videos and the information you share. As a beginner, I have learned so much. Thank you! I have used this fix before and it can save a painting. I see every mistake I make, but my friends and family never see them. We are always our own worst critic!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind, 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you’re enjoying my tutorials. It’s always a joy to hear from you. ❤️ I agree with what you said too… we are definitely “our own worst critics!” 😅Thank you for your lovely comment today, it truly means a lot. Have a wonderful day and happy painting!

[@joycesnodgrass7068]

Thank you!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thanks for watching Joyce. 💕

[@melindarincon7571]

Thanks for sharing your mistakes with us! It's wonderful that we know you struggle sometimes like we do. You are the best!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind, I’m glad you found it helpful! 😅 Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment today, I truly appreciate it. Take care and happy painting! 🥰

[@rmuller366]

Liesl! I cannot tell you how many times I’ve been here in my 5+ years of watercolor painting. I actually laughed out loud when you made that giant leaf and thought “she’s not going to like that😂.” Sure enough, that’s where you thought you made your mistake. (There are only learning opportunities in watercolor). One thing I’ve learned about watercolor is it’s very forgiving, imho. Plus, I also need to remember that a painting changes while drying. Look how lovely that fix of yours turned out. It looked completely different while applying the gouache, then changed and softened when it dried. Ahhhh, I love watercolor. It’s a constant surprise. Oh, and I loved that little group of flowers you called the yellow cloud. Loose isn’t easy for me either and I’m working now to paint without much of a vision just to try something different and go against my over planning self. Thanks for this dear one. I loved every minute. Blessings 💗Rita

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, Rita… 🥰 You have made my day! Your comment just made me laugh and I smile every time I think about it! I’m glad this was relatable to a few people out there. (Which is precisely why I decided to risk “embarrassment” and post it anyway! lol! 😅) Watercolor is a fabulous medium and I absolutely love painting with it. I am definitely still learning and improving every time I use it! 😉 What a joy it is to share my watercolor journey with lovely people like you. You make it feel worth while for me to continue on creating videos. 💕 Thank you for everything Rita, you’re a jewel. Take care my friend!

[@rmuller366]

@@lieslsartisticstudio Aww, you’re welcome my friend. Yes, please keep posting. You’re excellent at what you’re doing. I may not comment on all, but I smash like for everyone I watch. Plus your editing is wonderful and videos not too long and not too short. I’m grateful for every project of yours I’ve tried. You’re a pleasure to watch and paint along with. I’m going to give this a go and see if I can paint those little yellow clouds of flowers,😂. If you have any tips on composition I’d appreciate a video on that. You may have one already that I’ve missed. Just let me know.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you Rita. ❤️ You’re the best! And I’ll keep a “composition” tutorial in mind!

[@windyhollow22]

This was a great video. We all make mistakes but sometimes if you think it through you can come up with a solution and you did. The painting turned out beautiful. Thank you 💕

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much for the kind words Diane. 🥰 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today, it means a lot. Take care and painting! 💕

[@lewiemay]

Thank you for this video. Every painting I attempt I do at least twice due to mistakes. I'm a beginner and have many times wondered why I chose watercolour but when it works it's so lovely..your painting was very pretty and your tutorial confidence inspiring

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😅 Yes, watercolors can definitely be a challenge at times can’t they!? But they sure are fun which is why we keep painting with them and trying it again. 🥰 Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment today. Take care!

[@helenthomas3101]

Both paintings look absolutely stunning! The original and the final. Just wish I could paint as beautifully as you do!❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so sweet Helen, thank you for the lovely comment. 🥰 And hang in there, you’ll be painting like me before you know it! ❤️ Take care my friend.

[@lynking9821]

Your artwork is awesome! Something about it is so unique. Love it! Thank you!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind Lynda, 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you enjoy my artwork! Thank you for your lovely comment today, it truly means a lot. Have a wonderful day!

[@MissDarkBeauty]

Oh my goodday! The more I watch the more I love it. You are a gem of a person. Thank you so much for your warm welcome on your reply to my message on your other video. Excited to embark on this journey with all of you! Thank you for being you. 🥰🥹🌻🎨

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 you are so kind! It’s a joy to hear from you again. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely comment, It means a lot to me. I’m so happy you enjoyed the tutorial, it was quite an adventure! I wish you all the best in your watercolor journey, thank you for letting me be a small part in it. Take care and happy painting! 💕

[@valeriecarpenter3963]

Thank you so much! Your tips and tricks are so beneficial and your paintings delightful! ❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you Valarie, I’m so happy you enjoyed it! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today. 🥰

[@shariarnold9649]

I have been painting with watercolor for 4 years and this is such good advice. Thank you!✨

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind, 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! Thank you for your lovely comment today, it truly means a lot. Have a wonderful day!

[@carolgrodin7530]

This was a wonderful tutorial and I will definitely follow you. Thank you for making me feel inspirited to go on!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so glad you like this Carol! 🥰 Thank you for taking the time out of your busy day to watch. Take care!

[@suewhite3527]

This came out beautifully. Thank you for showing that even professionals sometimes make mistakes.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you for your comment Sue. 🥰 I truly appreciate you taking the time to watch today! Take care. ❤️

[@K.ART_vlog]

so beautiful

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@jolovesnailart]

Thank you so much for this encouraging video 🙏 I hope to paint such beautiful flowers one day 🤩

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind, thank you for your lovely comment. 🥰 It takes some practice to paint with watercolors, but I definitely think you can do it! Hang in there and keep giving it a try. 😊 Thank you for watching, and take care!

[@darlenedybas9706]

Thank you 😊

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you for watching today Darlene. 🥰

[@lainareeves3755]

Hi Liesl! It's so good to see you face to face! 😊I really appreciate being reminded that we all make mistakes professionals as well as beginners. . I try to enjoy the journey with mistakes and all. But at times I do get discouraged. I love how you saved your beautiful painting! I think you did a perfect job at blending it all into the background to make it look natural with the rest of the piece! Making two leaves out of the one is brilliant! This helps me to remember that we can’t always control the flow of water. Amen, we need to enjoy the process and have fun creating! 😊 Thanks for all the encouragement! By the way, I clicked the link a couple weeks ago and purchased the Meeden water bowls and just love them. They’re perfect! Also, sorry I’m a bit late commenting. One of our fur babies got hurt Thursday. I took her to the vet and they’re going to do some stitches on her belly in the morning where she got hurt. I’ve been loving on her hoping to comfort her. She’s such a sweetie! I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend! 😊💕

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I was worried something was wrong because I hadn’t heard from you yet… I am SO sorry to hear about your sweet little fur baby. 😕 I hope she recovers quickly!! 💕 I’m also glad you got the brush wash bowl! I really like it and I think you will too. (Thank you for your support by purchasing it through my link! I appreciate that very much!) As far as this painting goes, I just hope that people find it relatable. I know sometimes people feel discouraged with their work, and I just wanted them to know they’re not alone! Your positivity and kindness is inspiring Laina, thank you for brightening the world. ❤️ Take care!

[@lainareeves3755]

@@lieslsartisticstudio Thanks Liesl for the well wishes for Tiva. It was more complicated than I thought it would be. She has quite a few stitches and a drain tube from her belly. She also has to wear one of those plastic cones around her head so that she doesn’t mess with the incision/stitches. She's not doing well at all. I keep trying to comfort her, but she's been whimpering and anxious over the cone. She's struggling walking with it without running into things. poor baby. So I doubt I'll sleep tonight and only got about 3 hours last night. Tomorrow I'm going to ask for something to help her sleep. She's such a sweetie! I think they need to try and come up with another plan to help our pets avoid what they call, the Elizabethan Collar. They put it so tight on her. I’m going to try and find another alternative if I can find one that works! 😊💕 And thanks for your sweet comments! Thank you too for all you do to touch all of us with your comments and inspiration!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I am so sorry Laina, Poor little Tiva. ❤️ I’m glad she has you to take care of her, she couldn’t be in better hands. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Hang in there.

[@lainareeves3755]

@@lieslsartisticstudio Thanks again! 💕She cried out the whole night. I was laying with my blow up mattress right near the opening to her crate so I could pet her. She stood almost the whole time in her crate all night long. I can’t imagine being that traumatized. My hubby and I said though that we also wouldn’t do so well either if we had that contraption surrounding our head, preventing us from movement and clear site. And we're human. 😊 I asked hubby to go to the vet this morning to ask for something to help her. They gave us two different medications. I’m not big on meds though so I'm going to see if the Dr thinks it’s okay to stop at least one of them after the drainage tubes are removed Wednesday afternoon. Thanks so much for the prayers! I keep praying that she heals quickly! I was cleaning the drainage tubes earlier and noticed there’s hardly any drainage today. Hopefully that means she's healing nicely! I really appreciate your support and prayers Liesl. They mean a lot! 💕😊

[@emelizabecker458]

I appreciate the way you explained and encouraged. It makes me feel comfortable about painting. Thank you.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind, 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! Thank you for your lovely comment today, it truly means a lot. Have a wonderful day and I wish you the best of luck in your watercolor journey!

[@307mrstroy8]

This video showed up on my feed today and I am so thankful it did! I appreciate the encouragement in your voice, and your work is lovely. I have always enjoyed how watercolor paintings look and I’ve been playing with some, but I’m terrified to actually commit to creating. I subscribed right away and I just might actually start something thanks to you! ❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 you have just made my day with your lovely comment. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and share this with me. I hope you do take the plunge and try out watercolor painting! Believe it or not, I was terrible at watercolors when I first started, but I continued to try and practice and this is where I am today…and I’m still learning! 😉 lol! I hope you have a wonderful weekend my friend. Take care. 💕

[@wonderingstar29]

Liesl..I am new on your channel! I am enjoying your tutorials very much..also am now three months into water colour painting..its been a wonderful experience so far...and I am hooked!!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Welcome to my channel! I’m so happy you found and enjoyed this video. 🥰 Watercolor painting is SO much fun, so I’m glad you’re giving it a try. I look forward to hearing from you more in the future! Take care and happy painting my new friend. 💕

[@lawanahenley2400]

You were great at fixing the leaf!! Bravo!! Always wanted to paint flowers!! I will try!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 thank you for the kind comment. I hope you do give some flower painting a try! 👏 Don’t worry if it takes a bit of practice and just have fun with it. ❤️ Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment today. Take care!

[@brigittecourtey3364]

Merci beaucoup pour votre vidéo très instructive pour moi🙀. Douce après-midi à vous ❤🦋.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. 🥰 I appreciate you taking the time to watch! Have a wonderful day! 💕

Thank you for sharing. I love your tutorials.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so glad you liked it! 🥰 Thank you for taking the time to watch today. Take care!

[@preetiaggarwal4346]

Gorgeous painting, love how truthful and encouraging you were!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind. 🥰 Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment! I hope you have a lovely evening. 💕

[@terrykobrenski4781]

I’ve had my share of big green blobs! 😂 Thanks for sharing your experience. Your final painting looks great!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! Well, I guess we’re all in this together! 😅💕 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today. Take care my friend. ❤️

[@lynnwilliams9860]

Thank you for sharing. I love your style and you're very easy to follow.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you for your lovely comment today. Take care and thanks for watching! 😊

[@suewoulfe3904]

Thanks!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so thoughtful Sue! 🥰 Thank you so much for your donation, it means a lot to me. ❤️ Take care my friend!

[@dmat7148]

I think it’s a great video and an excellent example for all of us at home. Not everything turns out perfect but it’s still creative and in the end most people will still enjoy it. Some of art that I wanted to rip up became pieces that others loved. It’s also a good point about it’s hard to recreate pieces…each is its own unique creation!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

We do tend to be our own worst critics I think! 😅 Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely comment, It means a lot to me. 🥰 I’m so happy you enjoyed the tutorial and I wish you all the best in your watercolor journey! Take care and happy painting! 💕

[@janiceaistrop4807]

I love it, actually both of them. I think you did a marvelous job. So much so I'm going to try it.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, you are so kind! I’m so glad you’re going to give this a try too, 🥰 I hope you have fun painting it! I appreciate your support very much, Thank you. 💕 Happy painting my friend.

[@janiceaistrop4807]

@lieslsartisticstudio I won't do as good of a job as you did but I'm still giving it a try. I do love your art, your drawings and paintings. It's all so beautiful. You're so talented. Thank you for sharing your work with us. I do appreciate it so much.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

❤️❤️❤️

[@nourih9420]

I agree! Practise improves my skill from time to time.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

😁 Thanks for watching. 🥰

[@forevermore_blissful_art]

Love it. Your paintings are refreshing. Whenever I make mistake, it feels it's only me and I get pressurized. You have beautiful voice and have a nice way of guiding. Hoping to learn more💫

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 you are so kind! This makes my day to hear. (And you are definitely not the only one that makes mistakes!) Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. Take care and happy painting! 💕

[@karenharmer519]

I honestly think your work is adorable, yes I've had those moments many times, & it does help knowing that @ this stage of your career & life experience, you to will make mistakes, my husband is a joiner & cabinet wood worker, he says " it's ok to make mistakes , what's important is how we fix them." It Also tells us that you to as KZbinrs & professionals , are still people just like us beginners & hobbiests. Thank you so much for putting this up. I get it no one likes the mistakes to be shown, but it really does help. Kind regards Karen.❤❤❤❤❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Karen, you have made my day! 🥰 Thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind comment. I felt like it was a little embarrassing to show this, but I decided that if it helped at least one person…it was worth it! 😉 I love your husband’s wise saying too, I think he’s 100% right! I hope you have a lovely day today. Take care and happy painting! ❤️

[@amyrebeccamullins3455]

Beautiful ❤ and wonderful slow paced video. Relaxing and informative. Thank you

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it Amy. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment, I truly appreciate it! Take care.

[@Kim-vu7kz]

Hi Liesl, I took up watercolor a few years ago and it brought me much needed peace in my life. I ventured into other mediums but recently started up again. I often have similar issues and appreciate your honesty and sharing. When you first pointed out your “mistake”, I thought secretly, “ if it were me I would break out my white guashe”. I was amazed at your decision. In the end, your final painting was beautiful. I’ve learned a lot from watching you and grateful for your honesty. Thanks for sharing your talents.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😅 I’m glad you would have chosen to use the gauche to fix this too! Watercolors are a special medium. I also paint with others, but watercolor has become my favorite over the years. I find it to be relaxing and even a stress relief sometimes. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely comment, It means a lot to me. 🥰 I’m so happy you enjoyed the tutorial and I wish you all the best in your watercolor journey! Take care and happy painting! 💕

[@CHarveyFan1]

I think it turned out beautifully in the end, Liesl. We've all been there and done that. It must be a slight lapse in concentration I think. Like yourself, I often find that my second painting is n't as good as the original so I think you made the right choice to show this video. Always love your work. 🥰

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Thank you so much for your sweet comment today. ❤️ I appreciate you so much! I hope you have a wonderful day my friend. Happy painting!

[@CHarveyFan1]

@@lieslsartisticstudio Thank you Liesl. I've finally finished painting my fence today and I never used any gouache.🤣

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😂❤️ aaahhh… you’re the best. 😅

[@yasminej9579]

Great tutorial. I am glad I found you!!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Aww, 🥰 you’re so kind! I’m glad you are enjoying my tutorials. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment today. Take care and happy painting my friend. 💕

[@ejej1964]

Very nice, we all make mistakes. But you fixed very well. Couldn’t even tell that was a big leave there.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

lol! 😅 Thank you for your sweet comment. I appreciate you taking the time to watch. 🥰 Take care and happy painting!

[@andreasmith3705]

Beautiful! Thank you so much. ❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m glad you like it. Thanks so much Andrea! 🥰

[@michelleanderson8083]

Thanks so much for this video, and sharing your wonderful mistakes. Found it uplifting.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Oh good, 😅 I’m so happy to hear that Michelle! I was hoping that it would be to some of you out there. 💕 Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment, I truly appreciate it. Take care and happy painting!

[@sharonelliott1075]

Thanks I needed this little pep talk. ❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Anytime Sharon! 🥰 I’m glad you found this encouraging. Take care my friend. 💕

[@dw2624]

Wow, I love your finished piece, taking the time and effort really does pay off doesn't it? :)

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

Yes! I agree, the time and effort pays off in the end. 😁 Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment today, I truly appreciate it. Take care and happy painting!

[@sylviaphillips9907]

This video was very helpful! Thank you!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m so glad to hear you liked this! Thank you for taking the time to watch today. 🥰 Take care.

[@kristisparks9973]

Thank you for your amazing video.

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind, 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! Thank you for your lovely comment today, it truly means a lot. Have a wonderful day!

[@Vintagebeautyca]

Your so talented! im so happy i found your channel!

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

You are so kind, 🥰 I’m so happy to hear you’re enjoying my content! Thank you for your lovely comments today, they truly mean a lot. Have a wonderful day!

[@janenunez7291]

Thank you, you have learn me soo much❤👌😀

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

It’s good to hear from you again Jane! I hope you have a wonderful day. Happy painting my friend. ❤️

[@pedinurse1]

The painting is lovely❤

[@lieslsartisticstudio]

I’m glad you like it. 🥰 Thanks for watching!