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How to create a fun blue hydrangeas using this flat wash brush and my fave technique - this is for any skill level! For more content and ad- free videos check out my Patreon: www.patreon.co...
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[@kathleenpignatari5306]

I get so stressed out when I paint, I want it to be perfect!!!! But you put everything into perspective for me-“ just have fun with it!”-I need to keep reminding myself of that AND I need to practice, practice, PRACTICE!!!!!!!!

[@2mexico1994]

Love your gorgeous plump hydrangeas. I really enjoyed following along and painting with you. Thank you for your videos and demonstrating new techniques.

[@ellencrimitrent]

thank you!

[@CastleMc]

FANTASTIC technique, so easy and effective!!

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@CastleMc]

@@ellencrimitrent I seldom use my flat brushes and this is great-I'll be doing more all weekend-thank YOU!

[@windywednesday4166]

​@@CastleMc Right? This is a great exercise for learning to manipulate a flat brush. Especially the leaves. ❤

[@BetsyMustol]

Your paintings and instruction are wonderful and I appreciate you so much! Thank you!

[@ellencrimitrent]

so glad!

[@turnerschmidt]

I love the idea of just playing ... I'm still planting so much in my gardens that all I want to do when I sit down is play with paints and brushes. Thank you!

[@sallykirkstephens8415]

Me too !

[@ellencrimitrent]

Sounds great!

[@jenniferspotten915]

What a fun tutorial! Thanks for sharing!

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thanks for watching!

[@kimatlastlooks2915]

Excellent! I've never worked much with my flat brushes. We definitely need to play with all the things.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Definitely!!

[@romanychi5034]

Lovely! And I definitely get the “abstract” feeling…spot on❤️

[@ellencrimitrent]

Yes! Thank you!

[@ginajackson8482]

Ellen, you are so encouraging. I learn so much from you!

[@ellencrimitrent]

so glad!

[@mariedunn3774]

So pretty! I always learn something when I watch your tutorials. When I try this technique, I think of it as rolling the brush more than twisting - rolling it between my fingers rather than twisting from the wrist, a combination of both movements though for more interesting results.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Wonderful!

[@Barefootmystic]

I really enjoyed painting along with you! I find myself struggling with being over critical when it comes to making things realistic, being able to paint loose keeps me motivated to pick up my brushes and keep trying.

[@KathyTincler]

This is great, thank you. I love the style!

[@momomarie]

Thank you so much, that was fun and easy. Needed this today.

[@supermom-nocape9831]

This is soo pretty!

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@janebaxter841]

How lovely to see your face as you talk to us😃( you'er not just a voice on the breeze)👌🎨🎨

[@suzannesaulnier4042]

Thanks a million Ellen….love how you teach xo

[@ellencrimitrent]

So glad!

[@tinacookieleesanchez6850]

Thank you I really appreciate you. 🥰

[@ellencrimitrent]

You are so welcome

[@artistcarolyngrace1711]

Gorgeous ! As always!!🪻

[@aj-yi6os]

Very nice ellen😮

[@marieobrien5628]

Love this, Ellen!!

[@maryannebaker4314]

Love it. I never use a flat brush. Interesting. Definitely worth a try

[@lindawithers1917]

Love it

[@ellencrimitrent]

thanks!

[@Doggymomma52]

Love this technique ❤

[@AD-gn6zc]

👏 I really enjoyed watching ang listening to you. Greetings.

[@lizadivine3785]

Ellen you are an amazing teacher! When are your work shops on the cape please?

[@ellencrimitrent]

cape cod is sold out- it was posted last yr on my patreon first then public 24 hrs later sorry. I might be having a Boston 2 day workshop in Oct- so stay tuned.

[@lizadivine3785]

@@ellencrimitrent great!

[@KathyMinervino]

You are favorite to watch! You make it feel accessible and provide encouragement to try. I have this video on Playback speed of .25 trying to watch your motions so I can practice the twist strokes. May I please make a suggestion? Is there a way for you to angle your camera so your hand isn't blocking the motion and technique? Maybe from the side? Thanks for all your videos!😊

[@ellencrimitrent]

thanks I will try to do this-:)

[@laurabrewer911]

I love this fast painting. I typically don't take the time for high detail 😅

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@judys5767]

Thanks for this method. All I have heard from 2 teachers is criticism saying flowers are wrong, paintings are not finished, etc.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Seriously? Would they tell that to Picasso? Who are these ppl ?

[@Dilly-Bean0636]

When I look at your painting, I see Hydrangea, which means it is impressionistic rather than abstract.

[@ellencrimitrent]

thanks :)

[@artistcarolyngrace1711]

Yes!!

[@pattywhite8644]

😮 there's always a critic.lol. Call it what you will. This is something I can't wait to try. Really lovely.

[@Dulcy-Doll2736]

@@pattywhite8644 There is always "that one" that feels it's their job to butt in on everyone's comments.

[@bobbieoshea9516]

Lovely painting. Can't wait to try this.

[@LizStevens-o6v]

Play! I need to remember that one word! Thanks Ellen

[@ellencrimitrent]

yes!

[@johannegenest6362]

merci !

[@SilicaSpellmanPrime]

May i just say that the thumbnail is what really got me on this video. I watch ALL your videos. Some of them over and over again. Just something about the latest thumbnail shouted "oh snap! New content!" and i stopped what i was doing to watch. Also, I try to be a responsible content consumer, so when I press play on a Creator's video, especially if it's the first playthrough, I watch it all the way through. I'm now on my second time watching the video for the day and I intend to paint along with it when I watch it one more time. Hope that helps?

[@ellencrimitrent]

thanks!!

[@carrollsfarmcrafts310]

Ellen, you're amazing! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.❤

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thank you so much!

[@karene9131]

Well that certainly was fun to watch…I love it!🤗❤️

[@laurahurst1960]

I agree about practicing because I a always set on perfection and it doesn’t come right away

[@ellencrimitrent]

☺️

[@cherylj.harris4967]

Your channel is my channel of choice; I so enjoy your style.❤

[@ellencrimitrent]

thank you!!!

[@gramcracker2023]

Impressive!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thanks for watching!

[@windywednesday4166]

Another video that's perfect for me. Sometimes all the different parts of watercolor are overwhelming... so I worked up a curriculum where I'm just doing one bit at a time. 😂❤ Up until now I pretty much use one brush, the one I started with... it must be time to expand my horizons.

[@ellencrimitrent]

have fun!!

[@AnneSmith-mu2ph]

Hi Ellen thank you for showing us how it’s done lv Ann ❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@annipetratos9401]

Lovely, im going to try this painting oleander 💚

[@ellencrimitrent]

yes!! that is poison from what I learned in Portugal- lol I had to wash my hands!

[@annipetratos9401]

@@ellencrimitrent it's true. Very beautiful but poisonous...stories about shipwrecked sailors using the wood as spits for their souvlaki 🍢 abound . But I painted it 😁 with your technique (then went in with a different brush to add detail) and I like the result...and I survived 😀. Have a lovely day...thanks for tutorial 💛

[@pauline3379]

So pretty, I am going to try this over the weekend, thanks Ellen 😊

[@ellencrimitrent]

have fun!

[@conniemesce4093]

Beautiful, love hydrangea especially blue ones like in the Azores where I come from! ❤ Great technique. Thanks Ellen.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thanks so much!

[@KginVT]

Fun, impressionistic painting!

[@ellencrimitrent]

thanks!

[@donarbk]

ethereal not urethral lol. Think Ether ( I've done it myself lol). LOVE your channel

[@ellencrimitrent]

Yes! Thank you!

[@ralphherrick596]

Would you use a small flat on top of the wet 3/4 flat for different size?

[@ellencrimitrent]

you could try it!

[@janegardner5435]

I love this one and gave it a go....it turned out pretty well too! Thanks Ellen you are amazing!! 😍

[@ellencrimitrent]

So glad!

[@LindaKing-nq6ut]

Lovely loose composition….especially like hydrangeas

[@ellencrimitrent]

thanks!

[@mariegvilenne8954]

Merci pource partage 😊

[@stampinturtles]

Love how quick and easy these came together. Very beautiful and soft and airy. I agree with what you say about just play and experiment. Thx for sharing.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@stardustdreamer]

Wonderful! I've been wanting to break out of the comfort zone of my favorite brush, and here you are showing us how to use a flat brush to make hydrangeas! I had a crack at it immediately, and the results were so encouraging, everybody be getting hydrangea birthday cards now! Thank you, thank you for such a great lesson. 🥰

[@ellencrimitrent]

You are so welcome!

[@nancymcnamara2025]

Love this ...thanks for sharing! 😍

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thanks for watching!

[@melindaavila498]

I love your hydrangeas! The colors! I will try it for sure!

[@ellencrimitrent]

Have fun!

[@dianehoffman3508]

Beautiful!

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@NannioatNASA]

Thanks for stressing the importance of practicing! This is a great lesson and I’ve painted this with you multiple times! It’s awesome to feel successful. ❤❤❤

[@smokeyalmond6039]

Thank you for this demo. Big Surprise, my leaves got rather ok. I could not sell my painting 😊 but I had fun and I am pleased with it.

[@happy.homestead]

I seem to have made my comment disappear somehow! Where do you hold your Cape Cod workshop? I lived in Brewster for 35 years! I have admired your style for quite awhile on Instagram. Just found you here!

[@donitafichter8298]

Beautiful regardless of what words we use to describe the look or technique I think hey? Thanks! I hope one day I can paint something as beautiful!

[@jenniegeorge3434]

Could you used this technique on a 5X7 card using a smaller flat brush? I love the results.

[@humi002]

Wonderful technique ❤❤

[@Angie-pl3uw]

I love it. Your paintings aren’t yours without your twigs!

[@melbabowen4389]

❤❤❤❤Thank you! Such a good tutorial!

[@brendalazellestephenson2319]

Love it and will try it. THanks

[@jessicagrill425]

Such a great reminder to just paint, practice, play and not worry about the outcome. I only get to paint occasionally, and spend too much time trying to get details just right. Also, I know you have been asking about people getting videos. I saw your request yesterday for people to comment on whether they receive videos. I received this one today, on Saturday.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Absolutely!

[@barbaradonofrio5072]

Great technique love this video!

[@eleniphotos]

Thanks. I struggle to do beautiful flowers painting. Thanks for the tip. I want to try it again!

[@ellencrimitrent]

have fun!

[@sarinachapman8791]

Pretty!

[@ellencrimitrent]

thank you!

[@roxannerosecrans1348]

Love this twist and turn! You're right about the practice part, I try to play everyday if possible. 😊 Beautiful 😍

[@ellencrimitrent]

yay!

[@JodieVermeer]

This was so much fun!! Thank you 😊

[@deborahdedrick8110]

Love it! Makes me want to play with my flat brushes which I never use. Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@ellencrimitrent]

You should!

[@lynda8852]

Lovely Thank You

[@susanbaker6409]

I loved this video!

[@macgurrl]

I love watching you paint abstracts. Awesome tutorial.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@priyanvadagambhir1698]

I always love your style of painting. Loved the hydrangeas!

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thank you so much 😀

[@sweethomes674]

Excellent 🎉

[@JodieVermeer]

Gorgeous!

[@michellehilty2300]

Absolutely love! I’m trying this tomorrow ❤

[@ellencrimitrent]

Hope you like it!

[@jeanneduncan3522]

Thank you Ellen. I love watching you paint ❤

[@ellencrimitrent]

I'm so glad!

[@Anikanoteven]

Ellen, you are such a wonderful teacher!! This brush stroke looks so fun! Sometimes you’ve added ink to your watercolor and this technique lends itself to adding ink. I love the way Ohn Mar Win adds ink, and her watercolor often starts like this brush technique you’re showing.

[@patriciafowler9413]

This is beautiful! Will be trying to twist the flat brush! I’ll be practicing this-I love the look! Thank you!

[@mildredrutstein1013]

This is the first time anyone has said practice with your brushes that I've every heard. I totally understand what your saying and hopefully it translates to my hand...lol Thank you

[@LindaTozer]

Thank you for the inspiration. My brushes are calling me.

[@annewatman677]

This looks like fun, and you are so right about practicing with your brushes. I definitely want to try this!

[@LuanaCupcake]

I love loose watercolor. this is lovely and fun. I'm a fast painter by nature.

[@lindakuck5981]

Love this! Gorgeous looks like it will be fun to paint. Thanks Ellen 😊❤

[@hanichay1163]

Wow, Ellen. Lovely! Gotta try this.

[@diancason4769]

Oh my gosh...love it, love it, love it!