how to paint and doodle loose florals + minimize paper buckling (beginner level)

are you still in a creative slump? this project is so easy, you will make batches of them! absolutely perfect for beginners as well.
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[@goldenbellsofatlanta1341]

I don't understand the "dislikes" on anyone's tutorial video. What is there not to like? I ask that as a serious question. This is your style, your personal work, if someone doesn't like it, move along. I just don't understand why someone would unlike it. I thank you for your tutorials. I wouldn't even know where to start if people like you didn't offer these how-to videos. I can develop my own style later, but I have to start somewhere, and I'm thankful that people like you are willing to offer this help. I'm inspired by what appears to be the ease of water colors.

[@susanstemmet6078]

Just found this video now. I am in awe of your work. I have just started doing some watercolour painting now at the age of 70 and today tried your flowers from one of your videos. (It was one with easy flowers) I was so surprised that I could paint them. Thank you so much. You cannot believe how happy you have made this old lady, especially with all the stress over the last year. I live in South Africa so can't get all the pens you mention but will do my best with what I have. I am so excited with all the videos I have to watch of yours now.

[@gmax758]

I agree with how helpful this video is. I am 78 and am returning to watercolor after many years. I’ve learned that I love using a flat brush. There’s something very liberating about this teacher. Thank you CeeCee.

[@Saige08]

@@gmax758 I am 72,and so excited to add watercolor painting to my well of creative pursuits. I am living my best life ever with time to do what delights and brings me joy. Thank you for these lovely and instructional videos that give me the inspiration to create. You are a wonderful teacher and I thank you for sharing your gift of watercolor painting. Much gratitude!

[@margohill3149]

Yes, I still read books, and so to my friends. They love getting bookmarks and yours are a great inspiration. Also, sometimes I cut out book quotes (Google book quotes), and glued them onto the back. Things like “reading to the mind is like exercise to the body“ thank you ceecee!

[@phoenixgal2278]

I'm a 67 year-old retiree, who has just rediscovered my creative art side (after 20 years and raising a family). I love your work with the simplicity and beauty in your technique! Both watercolors and Pen & Ink are both my favorite mediums (also Procreate) to work with. I believe I could combine these techniques to create bookmarks, greeting cards, tags, oracle decks, and so on--the sky is the limit! Thank you for this great video!♥

[@kathleenmahan462]

I love the doodled book marks. They stand out remarkably. Thank you so much, CeeCee. You are inspiring.

[@deborahsanders8564]

I vote for the doodled portion of the painting! I think the doodles catch your eye and bring everything to life.

[@donnaperry1946]

I love this style of loose abstract florals. The technique is so pure, so simple. The result is astounding! I liked all the final result results. Each one created subtle differences in the final painting/bookmark. Thanks! ❤😊

[@friedhelm2566]

Doodled or not, each individual one has its own charm. I love them all. Thank you so much for the inspiration.

[@c.l.montoya2972]

“Better late than never”. I love books & I collect a few bookmarks. Thanks for the video. Watercolor has been a favorite pass time bringing my imagination to light. All your bookmarks were great for different reasons, the doodling spoke to me.🌺🌼🌸📚✍️

[@TheAbstractpainting]

I luv the doodles and non-doodles. Each different and lovely in their own way.

[@LaJeanneDeW]

Oh my gracious! Lindsay the frugal crafter taught me I could draw and paint, Angela Fehr taught me to loosen up and I have experimented and searched and here you are! Here I am and I feel amazed at what you showed me that I can do. I did and can't wait to share these lovely bookmarks. I used some 'Honey shimmer colors because I am into sparkle (subtle) and it takes a while long to dry. I am in awe of you and all the other ever giving artists on KZbin. Like me with my Jewelry making, no one does your art quite like you so don't be afraid to share. I humbly thank you, La Jeanne.

[@sueshanks9447]

I really liked how the painting grows, with layers of watercolor. It really comes alive with the doodles ! I Like the gel pens added to the picture. It makes everything pop ! It's fun and you really can't make a mistake. Thank You !

[@sheryljames7427]

I love them both equally. You made them look so easy, easy enough for a beginner so I'll give them a try! They will be perfect for a friend who is an avid book reader. Thank you for sharing your talent with us!

[@aurelieboisbunon2169]

I prefer the doodle ones, I think it gives a nice modern touch. Thanks a lot for the idea, I did it with my daughter and we both enjoyed it!

[@annadarchi4021]

Wow Catherine!!! This is amongst my favourite YT vids. I play it over & over because you make gorgeous art that your kind & patient tutorials make it easy to follow & practice with. A huge THANK YOU:)!!!

[@sharonwatson4085]

Both are stunning but the doodled bookmarks won my heart! I appreciate your art tutorials! Please keep the “camera rolling!”

[@laurawgarts]

Doodles make them pop even more! Wonderful video, thank you!

[@shekitahackett6787]

I agree! I like the doodles. It adds interest to me

[@jeankellner4314]

I love watching you. I know I overthink and try to be too literal with everything I try to paint. I am new to watercolor and your creative style really helps me to see that loosening up and not being a perfectionist will actually help me to open up to discover and enjoy being creative. Bookmarks are great. I still read books too! In this tutorial, I liked the white guache ones best, but I do enjoy your doodles! So fun!

[@donnahenry3772]

Love this!! Both color palettes were beautiful. I think I prefer the non-doodled ones for their simplicity but the others are so pretty, too. Thank you for another great video!

[@soulsisterssurvivorssister8463]

How did I miss this video? I love bookmarks! Both are really nice but the doodle ones are my favorite.

[@DBeamW]

I've painted WC for years and this the first time I've seen the paper taped down and moistened on the back! Brilliant! Wonderful video! Thank you!

[@Barbarawr]

Do you still create an your WC or could you achieve a table? 😂

[@jeankennedy6598]

I always taped mine down. So much better to work on

[@ginahall7583]

I've never heard of wetting the back first to prevent warping. Genius! Thank you, not only for the tips, but for sharing this amazing project, and your incredible talent! The bookmarks are gorgeous! And yes, I still read physical books, too. Nothing better! 💜

[@BoredOfBills]

Really nice technique to "underpaint" then doodle in black. Very effective. I'm going to make some of these for my daughter who is about to go off to university (lots of books) ! Thank you for the inspiration : )

[@FannaTurano]

I am completely new to your yt channel here, and wanted to thank you for an idea that spawned a really lovely painting! You were misting your paper, using a small flat brush to create flowers. It was so pretty, I set up my painting area to recreate yours. As it is with ALL artists, we can never ever paint or have a final piece like the original artist! But! What DID happen was very cool! I misted my Bee 100% cotton 8x10ish spiral notebook on one page. Feeling puckish, I grabbed a few tins of Prima watercolors. And the final result was BEAUTIFUL. (my husband's opinion). I accidentally created a water scene resplendent with an usual baby blue clouded sky, fall trees, sloped grass hill, and a pond/creek area. Then I walked away. And my wc fairies stopped by and finished it. When I returned 2 hours later, I was astonished. So thank you very much CeeCee, as you helped me to add a new way to paint to put into my painting repertoire! And while I was unable to create your water drop flowers, I did a few more paintings in my new style (borrowed from you!), and love what's happened for me. I've not felt successful for some months, and this made me feel like a watercolorist again! :)

[@creationsceecee]

that's wonderful to read! thank you for visiting and i wish you many hours of creative fun!

[@cindyward1256]

They are all lovely. They make we want to grab a book and do some reading...after being creative!

[@friasmarty]

I love both but if I have to pick one I would say the non-doodle are my favorites! Thanks for sharing

[@gillianjf260]

Thank you so much. My heart raced when I spied a new video from you. I’ve watched EVERYTHING you posted a few times, at least, some a lot. ♥️

[@idlewildwind]

I like the doodled ones best! Also, I think they look awesome laid out next to each other with the white background around each! Actually, instead of bookmarks, you could cut the painting and glue them up like that, maybe with some different widths of cut-outs. Reminds me of split panel quilts!

[@sirgnome1114]

so relaxing tp watch and listen to you.....and inspiring....my favorite? The doodled ones....but then....they are all pretty. Yes....I still read books....what I love....is when I pick up an old book to read and come across a bookmark I had painted years ago!

[@Pasadenahitop]

The very best video I’ve seen to date. Excellent presentation talking over a video. Nothing tedious, no dreadful chat and very careful and measured. And the style and finished product-beautiful. This will be my go to for quite some time. Thank you.

[@frankiereed6942]

I added my comment BEFORE I watched the doodling. I LOVE the doodling so much. I am self taught and have also made a bunch of bookmarks from “ failed” paintings but nothing to compare with yours. Thank you so much for all your wonderful ideas!

[@Loupa57]

I like the way you explain what you do. On top of that your voice is easy to listen to.

[@ritatennyson3799]

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[@ellenschmidt3005]

These look like fun to make! I like the non-doodled ones the best, but the doodled have a touch of whimsey to them that I enjoy. I'll give these a try!

[@miriammoore1261]

The softness of the nondoodled are the most beautiful. God Bless.

[@gilliancoates4182]

So pretty.

[@karenhoward4761]

Even if I never try this I find this video very relaxing to watch and listen to.

[@deborahcain3201]

Love your paintings.....I feel inspired to give it a try....I am a card maker....but these are sooooo pretty....love the way you trimmed them to be bookmarks and then showed them on a white background with spacing!!!!! thank you for the inspiration!!!!!!

[@lyndakrozell7018]

I love them both , but I favor the black doodling .Thank you for the great lesson !

[@inkynfrost3183]

I always love your doodles, they add so much character to your work :) I would enjoy seeing more watercolors enhanced with doodling!

[@annenglish2935]

They're both beautiful... ! Prefer just flowers, no ink! Thank you for sharing your gift with all of us 😄🌴🌺☃❄

[@meanbean98]

IDK if I am repeating myself but ever since I started watching your videos months ago even though I painted in oils and acrylics for the last few years and just like a year or so into water coloring... I've learned so much in these exercises that it brought my paintings into another level it taught me to be free where before I would either not finish a painting because I felt it wasn't good enough to even look at myself. I am free to paint and it feels good to let loose and come up with something nice. so you should pat yourself on the back for giving people like me who struggled to let go! Thank you from the bottom of my heart your amazing Happy New Year!

[@lkam1351]

I like both, but prefer the non-doodles. Love your vids. Your voice is calming and relaxing, as is the music. Ty

[@glenda7921]

I love the close up view, but as a beginner I would love to also see the palette & water , or basically everything that is happening when your brush disappears on the right.

[@esthercurnow4873]

Yes please!!!! Me too!!

[@marsleyholderman8917]

The pallet is there in the beginning and off and on throughout this video. She also mentions where she uses those colors.

[@AngelMomma-lw8df]

I absolutely love both styles, but the doodled ones are my favorite! Thank you for sharing your talent!

[@marilynrollo6278]

Doodles really add! Yes, they pop! TFS, this was fun to watch...quite inspiring to try!!!

[@chrisreinhart5072]

I really enjoy watching you create beautiful pieces of art. You make it look so simple. I like the non-doodled bookmarks the best, although I love your doodling. It looks softer without the doodles, so it really depends on the look you are after.

[@feyHiker]

Love this technique! As soon as I put my sewing machine up I'm breaking out the watercolors! Both ways are beautiful, the doodled ones look like the pen and ink style. For me, I like the undoodled ones better and I think you are of the same mind.

[@josephinegrima308]

I love both but prefer the doodled ones. A very inspiring tutorial indeed. Hopefully when I try my hand at this, I'll get a similar amazing result. Thanks.

[@chuckles7524]

Beautiful. I used to use this technique with my grade 6 students...we used fine tipped sharpies...they were beautiful when all 30 finished paintings were displayed on the bulletin board. I will have to try it again. Thank you.

[@phillmaryhodges8091]

I enjoyed the demo, especially the tips about working quickly and not over-thinking the process. I have often scribbled on blah paintings to add some emphasis and perk them up but didn't know until now that it is an acceptable technique, so thank you.

[@ladyofwildrose]

Thank you - yes, I agree...don't think and act quickly works the best when creating..love how you added the ink later!!

[@happylucky7590]

That is a really smart trick/tip! Wetting first, that is. Thank you so much. And, your painting is so beautiful!

[@rickiquilt]

I loved watching your process. I like the doodle ones better...I think. Lol. It’s hard to pick...I really do like both..! I’m going to try this technique. Thanks for sharing your talents...

[@judichristopher4604]

"WOW" BEAUTIFUL... I am so glad I came across your video... This shows just how you take different pens and accentuate each painting strip. "Amazing" Thank you so much for sharing these technique(s).

[@sharonh4694]

I made a variety of book markers using your technique and it worked!!!! I love them. Even my 23 year old grandson was impressed. lol Plus, I lightly sprayed with fixative which will keep them stable. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@shirleybalinski4535]

Never painted before but, I'm ready to give it a try!! Love the none doodled ones best!! I'm a Senior but, I think I can do this!! Thank you.

[@jolac46]

I love the result. Love both with and without doodling.

[@annaleejohnson7876]

They are both beautiful! I LOVE the doodled bookmarks best! Thanks for this tutorial!

[@marthiescholer4565]

Beautiful always wonder if 'beautiful' is the right word yo describe art!!!! GREAT THANKS AGAIN

[@patkaiser2565]

I absolutely love the doodling over the water color, rather than drawing with the permanent pen and then adding the watercolor. I love it because it is truly led by your intuition. Love your work, it's right up my alley.

[@evamariameszar3299]

Loved both of them! I really like loose florals, they are my favorites in some cases. Specially for beginners it’s a good way to start! Thanks for your teaching 🌷🌻🌼🌺

[@snapout_of_it2079]

Your sooo inspiring! These turned out beautiful. I really like your doodling, it adds a whimsical feel. Thank you so much!

[@utakarshkumar5378]

It's difficult to say which one is more beautiful. Both are amazing

[@heatherharrison4855]

Beautiful. I like the non doodles but both are so nice. Thank you for sharing.💕

[@lynnkoczera7476]

Love both, so pretty and they have such flowing energy! You have a beautiful, soothing voice. Thanks for sharing your creativity.

[@grannyz6939]

I think I like the non-doodle ones best; but there were a couple doodled bookmarks that I like too. I just stumbled upon your videos and love them. I am a 70 year old Granny who has loved to "color, cut, and paste" my entire life. When I was little all I had to work with were watercolor paint, crayons, and lots of glitter! I took up card making several years ago and just in the past year have started painting on stamped images with watercolor so am now thinking of just doing some "loose" flower painting thanks to your inspiration. Love your work! Thank you so much for sharing your techniques and artistry! I find I spend more time "watching" than doing...guess I need to reverse this.

[@bonniewoodard2771]

I love watching you make the flowers bloom before my eyes ... POW !! thank you ox xo

[@amymartin8404]

Both versions are so beautiful, but I absolutely love the "character" of the doodled ones!

[@phyllismarony8948]

So glad I found your channel. Just binge watching today. Love your style. Can't wait to see more.

[@theresawatamaniuk6930]

Oh my CeeCee...these look fabulous!!! love them both but I am leaning towards the doodle florals...love your loose lines!

[@susanmoulton4760]

I would never have believed that I could use my cheap Bee paper and get it so wet and it did not buckle. I was thinking it would not work because at first the paper did look very wavy while it was wet, but as it dried with the tape still on, it turned out perfectly flat. Thank you soooo much for this great and easy way to get amazing results.

[@annahitajasavala5854]

I loved the bookmarks all set out in a mix of doodled and non doodled - like a triptich or multipanel . very inspiring, thank you.

[@Linda-qq5mg]

The bookmarks are really gorgeous! Thank you for sharing these.

[@marilynblum8106]

They are all beautiful I love them

[@jeanoconnor3163]

I like the doodled ones best. I read books too. I prefer to hold the "real" thing when I'm reading rather than to hold a phone or tablet. So I have many bookmarks. Now I want to make my own. Thank you.

[@Vish-Maria]

Thank you for the tips! I never thought to use glass this way. I'll be trying it out!

[@creationsceecee]

it totally works for me. as long as you tape your work properly. make sure the edges of the glass are dry.

[@bcarl37d]

Love both. Great idea for card fronts..giving a little of your talent to someone. It says love.

[@kring7665]

So beautiful! I'm going to give this a try...today is so gray and rainy and cold, it will brighten up my day! Thanks!

[@1888mao]

O I love them all. Very beautiful. But the doddle one just pops.

[@evcruz928]

Beautiful! I love the watercolor + doodles ❤️ Thank you for another inspiring video.

[@helveticagay]

This is exactly the kind of style I’d like my watercolor paintings to convey. The doodles add such a nice touch and dimension. I’m so glad I found this video and I can’t wait to try to recreate my version of your lovely and beautiful painting!

[@elkemariariesen]

I love all of your tips, grateful. Loose painting and loos doodling, I am flashed. You infected me with doodling, it’s so relaxing. Thanks 🤩

[@bimmermom]

I love the doodled ones … the whole thing was fabulous

[@nancyfava1050]

I read real books still! Love them both but non doodle is my favorite! So glad to have found your channel!

[@judynewsome2313]

Loved your loose flowers, and the doodle ones you did! Both beautiful! Just lovely for book marks! Yes, I still read too! Both actual books, and digital. New sub here! Looking forward to seeing more! Thank you for sharing your talent! Blessings!

[@caroldedrick4889]

You are awesome! I'm a senior citizen and just decided I want to try painting for the first time. I can see that I have hours of practice ahead of me, but your videos make it seem doable. Thanks so much for creating them. PS. I'm gonna work to include the doodling. Love it!

[@Cchouette]

Good tips : Wet the underside of the sheet of paper 💡👍🏻 Thanks 🇫🇷🙂

[@donnaridenhour-mchenry240]

Wow, I can't find the words to say how impressed I am with your 'doodling'! I have shaky hands and think I might just doodle in pencil on any paper on hand thanks to your inspiration! Best of luck!!

[@terrizattera1800]

Beautiful and inspiring. I love the doodled ones.

[@deborahinwi1]

They are all beautiful! I would choose a doodle one though. Thank you for a wonderful tutorial!

[@teresacassidy8701]

Omg that is so beautiful ....I’m a doodler,so I love the doodle ones. I need to try this ,thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@anitawhittaker5868]

Both are lovely, but my favourite ones are the doodled ones. Thank you for showing me this way of putting paint down. I’ve got the tools, but have not painted in about 40 years. Now I am dithering over where to start. I think I’ll give this a go today.

[@mamifuke7715]

Thank you very much showing how to paint with aqua color. I have always adore beautiful watercolor. I have finally joined Volkshochschule Aquarell painting course. I have done the very first painting the other day and have already found that it is not as easy as I expected. At the course, I painted the dark sky with sunset clouds. I suppose this is the first thing to learn, but I would love to paint beautiful flowers like yours! Your work is really creative and really beautiful. I’m glad I found your videos!

[@racheljolley26352]

Fabulous! I love both to be honest and I also love the red set as well! Tfs

[@frankiereed6942]

I love this type painting! Your tutorial is exactly what I have been looking for. Thank you!

[@ritaharker4466]

Absolutely beautiful, I especially love the doodled ones x

[@cynthiaslaboda4104]

Love your work- and u. I feel safe. You told me not to worry, just to have fun. And I have had fun thank you. My paintings have improved 100%

[@Sheamarie]

I just found you. Love your book marks, I like both, probably I like the doodled ones best. I think they are your favorites too.

[@crowgirl7748]

I was inspired to buy some watercolour and give it another try after watching this thank you!

[@sunshynestudioz8339]

I love Flowers! I just did a video of tulips. I love this video 🌷

[@neldaflores8778]

These bookmarks are gorgeous! My favorite were the doodle ones 😍 I also love the white you added at the end. I read books still as well 🖤

[@robanks3895]

The bookmarks are lovely, I think I preferer the non-doodle ones. I work in a library, I'm going to try and make my own and give them out to customers

[@eternitywithjesus777]

Always wanted to work in a library😁

[@lisatrom5779]

I loved this exercise!!! I found out how much I love watercolor AND doodling. Thank you!

[@xxMrsHuntxx]

The doodled bookmarks are my favourites, although I think they are ALL extremely pretty. Most of all, I love your laugh, it’s so infectious and natural. Can’t stop watching your videos, I’m a digital designer with not a lot of spare time, but you’re making me want to dust off my watercolour paints! Thank you - I’m inspired.