How to Paint a Five Minute Watercolour Dragonfly | Natural World Painting Tutorial with Diane Antone

[@donnabittner4885]

I honestly have never added a comment to any KZbin video in my life; but by grace I stumbled upon this lesson as I am just now dabbling in watercolor and I feel as if I've entered a world of joy, peace, contentment and beauty! God bless, you, Diane for sharing the beauty of your artistic giftedness in such an sublime fashion.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you for your wonderful beautiful comment! I wish you much joy in your painting!

[@emilypoole5686]

Dragonflies are my all time favorite crafting spirit and am just starting to dabble in watercolors, mostly the water pencils. Now I see the need to add actual paints. Somehow I got lucky and came across this wonderful inspirational video. Many thanks for your art.

[@jcbbouch178]

The paintbox of delight flows into so much ...however the form of paints are released ....may colours forever freely flow xxx

[@pennyplyler5911]

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[@wandaeades7274]

Thank you for sharing your art!!!!@!

[@libellula3313]

In the Pyrenees, I had a dragonfly around my very late flowers (Cosmos), last week, December 1, 2024. I love your very loose paintings. Thanks. Jo in France 🇫🇷

[@annwornell7510]

I am 80 and only been painting a few years. I just LOVE HOW YOU PAINT, and that you share it with us all. Thank you, you have taken the need for perfection out of my remit, and made it so much more free and open, and relaxing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Ann and welcome to the channel!

[@NinaHansen2008]

I'm 81 and have been struggling with that need for perfection for most of my life. I totally understand you!

[@dreamalamb4259]

❤

[@MsRobbie42]

this is beautiful.

[@melindajackson3602]

Amazing Job!! BEAUTIFUL!! I am going to try to paint it! Beginner Taking classes now! Practice !! Practice!! Appreciate!! 😊💕🎁

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You can do it!

[@terriswarthout7638]

I painted this dragonfly along with my two young grandsons that are 6 & 9. They are loving this time we are spending together trying to paint. 😂

[@debpate9405]

In 1963 we moved to a small lake a couple miles outside of a lovely little rural town in Michigan. I was 10 years old and it was heaven! We had a row boat that allowed me to spend hours investigating all of the lake and shore. The area at one end was a quiet weedy area with frogs and dragon flys abundant. My friend and I would take small nets on long poles to catch and study. It was endless fun with something new to do each day. Winters we spent ice skating, fishing, snowmobiling. I wish I could have given those experiences to my children. It was a idyllic experience. Your painting sparked a lot of fun memories, thanks!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Deb I had a childhood experience very similar to that! When I was eight in 1961 we moved into the countryside outside of London and we used to play in a local pond - not quite as exciting as a lake, but it was also full of wildlife. We used to have fun collecting frogspawn and falling in the water! Every child needs a childhood like that! So glad to bring back some memories for you! Happy painting!

[@pamvance7378]

I LOVE your videos. Thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@Priscilla721000]

It’s beautiful! You’re so good at that! 🎨

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much and a very happy holidays to you and your loved ones xxxx

[@Priscilla721000]

@@DianeAntoneStudio Happy Holidays 🎄

[@josieanonymous961]

Lovely!

[@sandrasheets9185]

I didn't know how to draw a dragonfly and now I do. The painting comes next. I love videos like this from start to finish. I'm just learning watercolors

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀 So glad you enjoyed that! Great idea to start with a dragonfly.

[@davidrachlin3557]

Absolutely spectacular. I can't wait to try this on my own with my new set of Kuretake watercolors.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful!

[@trishalivingston1051]

I love this wonderful online class, and remember how I used to illustrate all my biology homework way back when. I had the most amazing teacher. She was Irish and I sometimes used to see her outside church with her easel painting flowers and trees in people's gardens. I loved her. She had long red hair, and I think became a well know artist in Ireland. I was about 12, and she was the best teacher I ever had. Watching you brought back lovely memories. And after covering my rent at the end of the month, I'm going to replicate this and get the materials you recommend. It's lovely, and I can't wait! :)

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Trisha, what a lovely memory. It’s amazing how our childhood teachers can stay with us all our lives, isn’t it. Your teacher sounds like a wonderful person. I also tried to incorporate art into my lessons at school, but it didn’t always go down well! If you are going to buy paints, can I recommend a set which I didn’t know about when I painted that dragonfly? The Kuretake paints from Japan are wonderful to paint with. I have the set of 48 colors but you can get 24 as well or 36 which is plenty. Here’s a link in case you can’t find them: amzn.to/3KfIxRO Hope this helps !! Happy painting!

[@dlillianb1368]

❤oh my goodness, I found my favorite channel…. I became so relaxed watching this. Dragonfly….my favorite. Love this… thank you for sharing this with me!🎉!!!!!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome to the channel Lillian! So glad you found us and that we help you to relax!

[@mjv7100]

So talented!

[@jeanniemartens7113]

I just adore all your visitors.

[@Truthfully7]

This is beautiful...glad I've found your site. Thank you for sharing 💯💯💯🥰🥰

[@SGColours]

This dragonfly is alive... Fantastic.

[@barbararoberts4894]

What a joy. I've just found you, wonderful. Barbara UK

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome to the channel Barbara! So glad you found us! Happy New Year x

[@movewithcathy5283]

I absolutely love painting with you!! Tks for sharing your talent. It is amazing

[@lindaloiselle8251]

Great thanks

[@SAVED55S]

I could watch you paint for hours. Thanku for showing us how to do a dragonfly. I'm off to look for more of yr tutorials.

[@angeliquejones9505]

I saw a dragonfly this morning. This tutorial came up and wow, glad I clicked on it. Beautiful. Enjoyed watching this dragonfly come to life and found the music relaxing to listen to. I will try. Thanks for your generous teaching. Love it.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

What a lovely message Angelique, and I'm so glad you found the channel! Welcome, and have fun painting our huge range of tutorials. All the Watercolor Nature ones are here on this playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLVksoedXAAmdDg-N837h6yCgUJWs08hB1 and there are also another 200 other ones!

[@MoMaryR]

Binging on your videos to try and get inspired to paint again. Your dragonflies are wonderful. Thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful to hear this!

[@sandichurchill4797]

This is a very calming and stress free technique. If followed, it forces looseness. We often get so uptight for fear of failure, but failure is the best lesson sometimes. All said and done, it's only a piece of paper and small amt of paint, but the lessons you learn give a valuable sense of return. Thx for sharing your talent.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I really appreciate your thoughtful comments Sandi, thanks so much!

[@jennyreynolds30]

Absolutely beautiful

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@leslietempleton9422]

So beautiful. I really enjoyed watching you paint. Thank you for sharing :) I love dragonflies. I have been practiicing with watercolor a few months now and I am so in love with watercolors. I will enjoy practicing this one. ❤

[@laurieh9388]

So pretty.

[@posiesutton2009]

Still a favorite❤️

[@doriweishaar4901]

How lovely ! Dragonfly is my youngest daughter's spirit guide (we are native American Indian) and she's a professional artist. I'm always looking for a new way to create paintings etc of the Dragonfly for her birthday & holiday gifts. Thank you for a lovely rendition. Be well🦋

[@PamStrawn]

I loved painting the dragonfly. You gave so many great ideas to give the painting so much depth. Thank you!

[@jules06830]

Thank you, i had so much fun, I love your style of teaching and painting! My paintings are so much better when i do your tutorials.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@narayanstar7787]

Very nice inspirational video. I feel like painting now.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Go for it!

[@ann-mareegreen6023]

Watching you paint was so serene and your loose style is gorgeous. Now to practice. Thanks for the inspiration. Xoxo

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Ann-Maree, that’s so kind, have fun!

[@g6enyng]

I so enjoy just watching you draw and paint so effortlessly, it is so calming to watch and so inspirational. I want to try out each painting you post. Thank you for sharing your passion with us.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@kimpayne2664]

This was so much fun. I am just retired, cake decorating for 35 years, so I've drawn a lot and mixed a lot of colors. This is surprisingly similar and yet so different. Your instructions are very good. I'm parked in front of my computer and pause and start your video a lot.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

That's great! I'm so glad you're enjoying it! I'm sure you've picked up on a lot of similarities between cake decorating and painting since you've been doing it for so long. It's always great to have a creative eye so that you can pause and start the videos and pick up on the subtleties of the process. Thanks for giving it a try!

[@margmcgill1645]

Thank you. Loved the bubble practice.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You're so welcome!

[@KarenSobeck]

I volunteer at an elementary school . I just started watercolor painting and I do a picture each week for a student. I just did a dragon fly and had a difficult time with the head. This was so helpful and I look forward to more. I think I'll paint the little girl another dragon fly with what I learned in this lesson. I find watercolor painting to be very relaxing. Thank you!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Karen and thanks for your comment! I’m so glad the tutorials are helping you with your student! Dragonflies are lovely but can be challenging! I’m sure your painting will be lovely!

[@aprilcolley85]

I love watching your techniques in making this little guy come to life.

[@susanturner139]

I am not feeling well, but watching you paint a dragonfly is the best dose of medicine I could ask for! Beautifully done!

[@Joeyaway]

❤ wow❣️

[@artbyfaith]

I am going to try this! I love it 😍 Thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@wimjanssen2181]

My 238 th. You changed your playlist. I couldn't find the 200 natural world videos any more, but after a little search I found a new part of the playlist which I will work trough . This one has a very good amount of vieuwers and I also liked it. 😊wim

[@suzannesaulnier4042]

Gorgeous….can’t wait to try 🥰

[@larissawrites9954]

I love this tutorial

[@debramitchell5208]

You asked if this video was helpful... Absolutely, yes! You have the wonderful ability of simplifying the "how tos". I so appreciate every one of your videos. Thank you. ❤

[@kathyestes6577]

I’m just seeing this 3 years after your beautiful tutorial. I have never painted and my hands aren’t terribly steady but I’m thinking about learning watercolor. It’s not critical but I don’t think dragonflies have antennae. I could be wrong. I guess I better go look that up! ❤️

[@debishaw9355]

I love your style! I’ve done a few cards to hopefully help people smile. But I give you all the credit. Thank you thank you.

[@karenwade-hz4be]

Dear Diane, I’ve been watching your paintings every day. I’m in the middle of making a quilt and make time to sketch a painting with you. I’m anxious to finish my quilt so I can paint my sketches. And maybe do a painting. Thank you so much for your inspiration in art. I watch you every day.

[@cindypaulson5576]

Beautiful! I Love painting this type of art on wood panels with Inktense Pencils.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you very much!

[@elizabethdavis2483]

Watching you paint is helpful, relaxing, and inspiring. Thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

My pleasure 😊

[@meghanvonlinden6960]

Diane I cannot thank you enough for opening up the world of watercolor for me. I've wanted to play in this medium for such a long time, and the way you teach, the pace, your instruction, everything about you makes this possible and FUN. Art should be fun, and I have recommended you to my friend who is also learning to paint for the first time. Thank you and your daughter for putting these enchanting videos together. Real time. Gentle. Enjoyable. I wish I could post a picture of the dragonflies you've helped me created. You are a gift to the art world.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Meghan, thanks so much for your lovely comment. It's very helpful to me to hear what I'm doing right on the channel, and encourages me to continue! I'm so glad you are finding the videos helpful. Thanks also for your support in spreading the word, it means a very great deal to us. Happy painting and best wishes xxx

[@angievanwyk8161]

Wow stunning thanks fir sharing diane

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome Angie!

[@janettepolt2815]

Yes, God bless you for helping us newbies!!

[@kimtaylor7230]

I first painted your birds on a branch and had good success. I then attempted your poppies, only to realize I enjoyed watching you paint them more than painting those myself. When I decided it was much more relaxing to just sit and watch on that one, I made myself some peppermint tea and was swept up into your voice, the music and all the beautiful color. Thank you for providing not only instruction while I join you, but also for providing a wonderful and peaceful escape from the busyness of life.

[@wyloecksketches]

Stunning! I'm gonna try this one today!

[@debhalld9794]

Back yet again to view this one. So much to learn here.

[@debbienye3001]

So beautiful. I am just a beginner, you are easy to follow

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks and welcome!

[@sherylosullivan9619]

It’s a chilly but sunny day here in Western Australia. Perfect day to paint a dragonfly I think. Thank you Diane.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Oh yes!!!

[@sherylosullivan9619]

@@DianeAntoneStudio and I’m just about to start painting now! It’s still freezing outside, but the sun is splashed across my paddock.

[@sherylosullivan9619]

@@DianeAntoneStudio didn’t love my first dragonfly, but I did like the three little ones I painted onto a bookmark. I’m still trying to get the hang of just having a TINY bit of paint.

[@kathystein4309]

Please continue to share your gift with us! I am new to watercolor and have told many friends about you. What a peace filled way to begin each day. Your tips and techniques are helpful to all experience levels.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Kathy for your wonderful comments. I really appreciate you sharing me with your friends and I want to say that it is so helpful to us that you share the word. So glad you are finding the videos helpful and I’m hoping to continue for a good long while yet! Happy painting!

[@cecilleespiritu3554]

Thank you. I am so joyfully blessed by your gift of sharing.

[@aliceclearmanphd984]

Magic. Quite simply, magic.💗💗

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much Alice!

[@aliceclearmanphd984]

@@DianeAntoneStudio I calls 'em as I sees 'em, Lass.

[@beshooketh9333]

After reading the warm comments, Ik I MUST attempt to create this glorious dragon fly You seem like a kindred spirit. Tis a joy to behold

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi be, thanks so much for your lovely comment! So glad you enjoyed the video and I hope your dragonfly turned out beautiful! Best wishes for the upcoming season!

[@Mina_Susnjevic]

Lovely lovely lovely!!! ❤❤❤ Thank you for the tutorial.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You’re welcome 😊 Don’t miss tonight’s video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4uwm6CHZZVgqJosi=JKh2S3Oxr3wRxqQf

[@sylviagoubert9050]

❤merci beaucoup très beaux wahou magnifique dessins

[@aidamalayeva7071]

I am a total beginner and so happy with the outcome. It was a real pleasure to follow your tutorial 🙏🏼

[@bevc8306]

Amazing dragonfly, so relaxing watching you paint. ❤️❤️❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@msgail7232]

Love seeing live scenes from your home!

[@shellycordts]

I have to say this is the most beautiful painting of a dragonfly I have ever seen. I stumbled on your videos and now had to pause this one to tell you I am crying watching you paint this. Dragonflies are special to me and this speaks to the deepest part of my heart. Thank you for your gift and for sharing it on KZbin!♥️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀 for your heartfelt comment. I’m so glad the painting spoke to you and I hope the tears weren’t too painful. Best wishes and a warm welcome to the channel xxx

[@karenk490]

Thank you Diane! Such a beautiful dragonfly. You captured its movement.

[@gailpacker5090]

enjoy watching your style of watercolor painting.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@janbirberick4463]

Sooo glad I found you. Love your work and can't wait to try!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome to the channel Jan, so glad you found us too! Hope you have great fun when you give it a go!

[@mariapazacchiardo]

Thank you dear Diane! You not only inspired and guided me in watercolor beauty but also to donate to Be a Voice for Animals. This is exactly why I am learning to paint. I have a children's book story on this them, clear in my heart but not the skills enough to paint it yet ...but I am learning partly thanks to you! 🤗🙏💝 The transaction to Be a Voice for Animals did not work here on KZbin but I will try another way directly to them. Thanks again! 💖💖💖

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Maria, and thank you for your donation. A bit worrying that it didn’t work on KZbin, I will have to check that out hope things go well with your children’s storybook! What a wonderful exciting project to have!

[@mariapazacchiardo]

@@DianeAntoneStudio thank you once more! 💖💖💖

[@andreastromberg5971]

I could watch this video all day❤

[@alessiamarconi2730]

My mom and I, along with my little ones, attempted this. We love the way they turned out. The peaceful music, along with the simple instructions as you go along were perfect. We appreciated the colors being named as well, though Im sure our pallet was limited. We watched once straight through and then again little by little as we attempted it on our own pages. It was the perfect length too. Enough to challenge their attention span, and short enough they were able to finish their artwork. My mom and I took the advice of letting it dry for longer along with the addition pencil medium. Thank you for a fun afternoon! We cannot wait to try more.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Alessia this is one of the loveliest comments I've ever had! So glad that your family is enjoying the videos together and finding a little peace and joy in the creation of a beautiful painting. As a former primary teacher it gives me great pleasure to know that my work is reaching youngsters and helping them develop a love of nature and of art. Thank you so much for sharing my work with your family, and greetings to your mom! Blessings x

[@patriciaf4612]

Absolutely stunning. Beautiful journey

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you enjoyed it Patricia, hope you have fun painting the dragonfly!

[@kimberleyjackson-brown1884]

I need something in my life to bring me joy that I can do for myself and I think this watercoloring might just be it. I have been practicing for days, and my pictures look CRAYYYYY-ZEE, but I am enjoying the process. Thanks for sharing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Kimberly! If you’re paintings look so crazy, I guarantee you’ll end up having masses of fun! When you look back in a few weeks and see how much you’ve improved you’ll be thrilled to bits! Keep at it!

[@wandaeades7274]

For the first time in weeks I may watercolor today. You inspire so many. I love everything you paint. I was so upset when things didnt go as planned but I just need to enjoy the painting. I take my art too seriously!!!!!!

[@marialuciacardosovieira6047]

Amo seus trabalhos. Você é uma ótima professora..

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Maria, I really appreciate your comment xxx

[@anajuditepolatto5258]

Trabalho maravilhoso, parabéns! Agradeço a sua excelente didática!❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Ana, I really appreciate your support!

[@irenegoyette9086]

This is one of my favorites, Diane! Cheers!

[@nhacdanhchoban-musicforyou6212]

Great sharing my dear have a good day

[@irenegarcia7356]

Love it. No boundaries love your style. Art has No mistakes.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

That's right! Thanks for commenting xxx

[@toniscott1029]

So very beautiful and peaceful!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you very much!

[@paulaluizaschowartz9516]

I haver no words for such beauty! Thank you so much!

[@ingerdegrow]

Beautiful. I love dragon flies

[@barbaraklemenz3749]

❤❤ Thank you so much

[@Thepetpedisock]

So peaceful.

[@HeatherValentineMsFoodie]

I am so mesmerized by this❤❤❤

[@MMGARC]

This was absolutely lovely to sit back and watch you create this beautiful piece. Clearly, it opened my eyes in seeing how tense I am and how free you are with your paint brush. I will be watching more of your techniques. Thank you for sharing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you for your lovely comments! I’m so happy that you’re finding the videos helpful

[@davidshepherd2722]

G'day Diane I'm all the way from the Land Down Under Australia, Love your beautiful River Deagonfly, take care and thanks once again 😊 David

[@susanritchie9456]

How beautiful! Thank you for sharing your talent!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!

[@sharonsciandra816]

I enjoyed this so much, a budding watercolorist growing in confidence watching you.....Thank You...

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful! It's my pleasure and I'm so happy for you x

[@Galbereth]

Such Ethereal Beauty! Love, Mel 🍰🌻

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

We have a competition running to win an original painting by me at the end of each month. Go to the Community tab on my channel profile to find details. Also we have FREE DOWNLOADS on my website dianeantone.com of sketches for many of my videos. Plus check the description under each video for affiliate links. Not only does this make your shopping easier, but our small commission (which costs you nothing) helps us run this channel effectively. So please consider using that feature but most of all please like and subscribe and hit the notification bell!! Happy painting!

[@elkemariariesen]

Top offer. Thanks

[@gemmi1]

Wow wow wow wow wow!

[@sallymartin6184]

Thank you🙏❤🙏

[@leeannsolice7473]

Stunning! Your work is so organic and gorgeous - thank you for that amazing lesson.

[@beverleyellis6358]

Love these dragonflies 💐⭐️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much Beverley!

[@NormanHall-vw1yd]

Amazing how easy you make it look . Love watching your videos . Thank you .