Does This Look Like Watercolor? Guess Again!

[@claychick100]

This is fascinating! Yes, I would love to see more! I love that you are willing to experiment with different mediums.

[@KarensHobbyTime]

This is the first time I have ever heard of water mixable oils, thank you for posting this.

[@cassiescreations9828]

Wow, wow! Amazing! I've heard of them but never knew you could use them like that! Your painting is beautiful! Thank you for experimenting!

[@candyvanstaveren558]

I enjoyed this video but I was waiting for the crescendo! That moment when you were going to do what no watercolor artist is able to do…adding a lighter color on top of the darks. I was hoping you would add some yellow or white to a dark area so that we could see if it stayed light or just blended in because of the water on the paper. I would love to see some more videos using this product. Making a waterfall, painting highlights on a rock, or doing a portrait and blending flesh tones would be great.

[@cristinahutchins1902]

Thanks for the tip on oil paper! I didn't know such a thing existed. I will definitely be getting some of that in the future. I love the painting that you created with the Holbein Duo Aqua Oil!

[@sippingteaSP]

Yes, I’d love to see more of this.

[@thejoydecision724]

I am much more interested in oils when they can do this. So cool.

[@snowpony001]

Fascinating. That was fun to watch. Never thought those results were possible. Experimentation is a great learning tool. Wouldn’t mind seeing some more of this as well as other experimentation once in a while. Thanks. Glad you and yours made it safely through Helene. Marty Owings posted an update video to let folks know which was nice 😊

[@Cattrix999]

I love that!! That is so interesting. I vaguely knew about water mixable oils.. but never seen a demo like this.

[@MusingsFromTheDen]

The watercolour-style trees on the first sheet have a quality I can't quite put my finger on, but it's nice. 😊

[@danemeow8]

More! yes please! ive been wanting to try these for awhile, and I dont really like the color shift and mixing of gouache, but watching you with these, i feel like I may like the water soluble oils better! Probably wont replace watercolor for me, but this has so many practical uses, not to mention if you have health concerns over some aspects of oil painting. Thank you!

[@doloresmanning9619]

Definitely do more videos on this medium! I never heard of it. After watching this video, I can see the advantages of drying slower, lifting and opaque highlights. Yet it still feels like watercolor painting.

[@meryle.hawkins880]

I’m amazed and I want to see more. I have never wanted to use oil paints but I am impressed with the results you have.

[@dianejordan1983]

I’m so glad you did this! I’m primarily an acrylic painter which makes it hard for me to use watercolor (used to painting light over dark as opposed to dark over light) and I struggle with oils because of the drying time. I am definitely going to try this with my water mixable oils! Thanks!

[@endertheawkwardemoji280]

love your short experiment can’t wait to see end result, I have used water mixable oil on this same paper with great joy so much fun , also panels and canvas, paper is my favorite. I started my painting journey with watercolor and it is still my first love in the mediums, it is like a great relationship, frustration with yourself for not understanding then elation when you get understanding that brings more depth to your love. Hope your audience agrees that your fidelity to watercolor will not suffer from showing us your skills with other water mediums😍

[@mindofwatercolor]

It's great to find fellow artists who love the versatility of water-based mediums!

[@hildapriore472]

😊so ,soo fantastic!!!! I must try this too..... Be blessed

[@janetlundstedt9350]

I absolutely love your adventurous curiosity! How fun is this! What a wonderful demonstration that your style can be used in another medium. Kudos! Selfishly I am trying to learn spontaneous painting with out making muddy messes. And hoping you continue to demonstrate your technique. Regardless of my goals, I hope you continue your curiosity and explore in the way that feeds your soul. Always a fan Just want to add that prayers continue to flow for the south and all this horror that everyone is going thru.

[@nancybrown8912]

Absolutely beautiful! I’ve used water soluble oils for years, but never thought to use it like this on paper. Definitely going to give it a try!

[@condorreades2148]

Totally cool. Definitely want to try. Always saw oils as opaque, slow-drying, hard to work with. This method is a whole new deal and would be fascinating to experiment with, having only worked in watermedia - acrylic, casein, gouache, watercolor.

[@laurawaldie456]

Steve, I love this! I started out my painting journey using oils and some acrylics. But mostly oils. I gravitated to Layne Johnson and Chuck Black to watch their techniques. I then found your channel and switched to watercolour because I wanted something easier to clean up with no harsh chemicals. Then I was gifted some Cobra WS oils and I love them! I've been eyeing the Holbein Duo Aqua. I have used the Arches Oil paper, but don't like it. I use it for practice now. I will continue to use both mediums, so I would love to see some occasional WS oil videos. Thank you, Steve. I really enjoy your channel and I'm very appreciative of your teachings! Blessings to you and your family.

[@Hevynly1]

I'm so intrigued! Yes!! More of this, please! I'd love to see more techniques using these water mixable oils. I love the blend of diffused watercolor with the strength and opacity of oils. It's beautifully harmonious. I need a set now!

[@meldradriscoll228]

Love this! I used to use water based oils over 25 years ago too! Another advantage of using these is that you won’t have the awful fumes smelling up the studio!

[@bazutaartstudio]

This is so interesting. I have a set of Duo Aquas and have been using them as regular oils, minus turps but I absolutely need to give this a try. Thanks for sharing!

[@M0odyBlue]

So glad to see you back!!

[@kazfarndon4990]

Fascinating. I've only used them thicker, will give this a try..Thanks Steve..yes started with learning to use them on oil paper, felt less precious than using canvas

[@susanm7089]

Thank you sharing, interesting exploration. Glad to see that you are ok.

[@carolhoover-whippy2580]

I love it. I have been watercolor painting since 1989 in college. I am still watercolor painting. I love your water soluble oils. I have a set of them but never tried them on paper. Please do more demonstrations for us. I'm a long time fan and watcher of your videos. Stay safe in the hurricane. God bless.

[@kathsoulsby873]

First off I watched your other video so was grateful that you and your family were okay after the hurricane🙏 What a wonderful painting demonstration and perfectly timed as I have recently purchased the same water soluble oils. I have not heard of the oil paper though so am looking forward to getting some. I would like to see more of this on future videos..I enjoy all your content!

[@sharpmountaingames9303]

So glad you and your family are safe. And was nice to see the painting process as well. I use water mixable oils, but more traditionally. Nice to see other options.

[@hughrenetaylor5412]

Would like to see more! Very interesting! I would like to get some at some point.

[@lauriebowen25]

Wow! That was cool!!😮 It appears there are more advantages than drawbacks. Interesting how it can be so much like either media. ❤

[@mollymuzette5860]

I'm into experimenting with art media so I loved this! Thank you. And I'm glad you and yours are ok.

[@denisbernicky]

Thank you, informative demonstration.

[@hawkowldolphin]

Please do more. I think the spontaneous water part of it worked great. But then to be able to oil paint highlights, etc. is quite an advantage. I think mounting the Arches paper to a panel would really provide an oil experience. I just unsure about the oil drying on paper. But i guess Arches solved that. Loved it.

[@carolahenker2852]

The painting is absoloutly beautyful.

[@katemcallister2403]

So educational. Thank you!

[@sharilynnupsdell9195]

Much appreciated! I paint mostly watercolour plein air, but as I inherited water mixable oils, I have begun to try them out. This video opens new possibilities to combine methods of both. Yes… more please!!

[@ellieseibert7473]

I love the idea and you demonstrated how it works so well. Many of my art friends are oil painters. The way you did it shows how this product can combine the two mediums in a such a unique way! I am excited about trying this out now! Thank you for opening my eyes to another exciting product! 20:58

[@miafarone68]

Wow! I'm going to dig out my barely used water soluble oils from 3 years ago and give them another try! I would love to see more experiments like this one. Thanks Steve, glad you're safe!

[@Iwanttodrawachicken]

Mind blown! Can't wait to try it.

[@deborahraenelson]

So happy to see you again. And what a coincidence! I've been just getting interested in trying the water soluble oils out. Thank you! Thank you! Always trust your reviews and opinions on the products.

[@kathyphifer7546]

Those are so gorgeous. I remember meniscus oils from the 1980’s-90’s, but they didn’t move like the Holbeins you are using. Incredible!

[@owens711]

Really good, you can also use acrylic paints in a watercolor effect 🎨🖌️

[@Silbern_Art]

I don’t paint in oils often, but this has me wanting to experiment more with my own water mixables! You have so much valuable advice regardless of the medium, I don’t mind you mixing things up a bit

[@wyonnemetcalf5851]

Wow! I'd love to see more. Thanks for sharing.

[@cindybohl9593]

Wow! Good to know Steve! I was in Hobby Lobby last year and they were getting rid of their Winsor Newton water soluble oils and bringing in their brand of oils. I was able to purchase 15ml. tubes of Winsor Newton water solvable oils for around a dollar or two apiece! So I bought every tube they had!😃 Haven’t used them yet however.( I am mainly a water colorist) You inspired me to try this! I love watercolor too but would also love to see more videos using water soluble oils too! So good to have you back! God Bless!

[@diannemiddaugh2478]

Wow, that was fascinating. Enjoyed your video. I'm glad your family is safe.

[@ospreys_view4798]

I alternate between using watercolor/gouache and water mixable oils. I started watching your channel for water color techniques and started using them with the oils. These techniques also work well on various painting panels. I’ve found some colors that will separate in beautiful ways when used in a wash, and even granulate. It is well worth playing with these paints.

[@Colorfulart101]

Love that you shared such an interesting way to use the water soluble oil. I never would have thought to do that!

[@jeanetteanderson3912]

So so happy you and your family are safe. Thank you so much for all your help and hard work 👍 ❤️ blessings from Ontario 🇨🇦 🙏 keep safe ❤️❤️❤️

[@simpleshoes]

I’m crazy for your spontaneous water colours, but I never thought I’d see you do with oils!! This was great!

[@carolregister148]

Amazing! I would love to see more. I have thought about trying them but was not sure what the outcome would look like. Great video thank you. I'm so glad y'all are ok.

[@Anembracedjourney]

It's beautiful. Definitely a medium I would try.

[@triciab8751]

I use water mixable oils a lot but I have never used them quite like this with getting the surface almost completely wet first. Thats really cool. I have used them transparently for under paintings using water because I started using them without the other mediums. I use the mediums now because I have them and because of the mixed info about using water as a medium. I do enjoy the water soluble oils and want to try what you have done here. 😊

[@PatHart-o8x]

Im a novice watercolorist so I’ll stick to enjoying that and watching your watercolor videos. I’m so glad you and your family are okay. I appreciated your update video.

[@margaretsummers3712]

I really liked your enthusiasm when you dropped that first paint into the water! Very interesting demo and product.

[@blueviolets2022]

Wow! That is awesome! Beautiful painting!!! As always. 😊

[@pjpony1234]

Like you, I used water mixable oils years ago and didn't like them at all and also like you I've been tempted to try them again. I would probably use the drying medium because I used it back when I was an oil painter and liked it then. I am waiting for some gift times like Christmas to order because I'm on a no buy at the moment, but I like experimental videos and wouldn't mind seeing these again. Have fun.

[@cindibritton1138]

You've inspired me...I want to play with this too...😊

[@somacarr7528]

Wow! It really looks like watercolor. I like the effects you got.

[@dneel468]

Love this painting. Yes more please.

[@KayGx]

Glad to see you here and doing well as you can. Really liked this and I bought water oils a few months back. So I'm going to experiment on my Arches with absorbent ground, since I don't have the oil Arches. Hope it works well. Thanks Steve..would love to see more water oils. Much prayers for all to have the strength to carry on their daily tasks.

[@annettefournier9655]

I've tried them on oil paper but did traditional dark to light. Excited to try with more water now🎉

[@carolynbanks162]

Yes please love the experiment I only have Windsor and Newton H2O mixable paints but will give it a go on some oil paper and see what happens

[@kerriprzeczewski4883]

Now I want some of those paints to play with!

[@karenpulver3004]

I had heard of these but had not seen anyone try them. Interesting that you can use so much water and get much the same effect as watercolor. I am wondering how they would do with plein air painting. Something new and fun to try

[@maryolin216]

Inspired to try these water soluble oils! I started in oils, then went to watercolor. And what you demonstrated today seems to be the best of both worlds. Thank you ❤

[@agathacaton7722]

Yes! I would love to see more. Thank you

[@mildredmickle4434]

Great video! I’d like to see more videos where you paint with water miscible oil paints. :-) I love to see watercolor painting videos, too.

[@lindaciciriello7458]

Oh dear!!! I have even more wannatry medium to drool over. Yes Please....experimentation is necessary to grow. And thank you.

[@WilmaBadenhorst-i8u]

That was great! Giving me ideas here, thanks😊

[@MichaelWhite-i3b]

God bless you and your family.

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

First thing, I’m so glad you & your family are safe & well. Secondly 😮Oh my goodness with the gorgeous results of using this water soluble oils colors! The testing painting looks amazing & like a Louisiana Bayou painting. I have been curious about these too.😂Now I want to get some to try out! They look like a great medium for using by themselves or for mixed media art. I also didn’t know about the Arches Oil Paper. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful information with us. Enjoy your week!

[@kimberlyanne8055]

So grateful that you and your family are safe- I was worried!

[@jannettebeatsonberger2516]

Grateful to see you safe and sound.

[@sondramoore9996]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@josephprimavera2545]

First I've heard this. Thanks for sharing!

[@annenglish2935]

I've had an interest in water and oil paintings... just never saw anyone use them!!! I'm a beginner in watercolor, but really appreciate this fantastic display of creativity!!! Thankful for the past update... and Marty's video as well. God bless you!!! A California Gramma ❤

[@TheGypsygirl809]

if you hadn’t told me I would have said thats watercolor like your other paintings. Yes show us more. There is never an end to what we can learn and I’m ready for more.

[@barbaralefort8097]

Wow! That is so wild! Thanks for trying new methods and materials for us. Hoping the next storm heading your way doesn’t hit you! May the good Lord protect you and your family. May He have mercy on everyone…. ❤❤❤

[@siennaonthenet2127]

Thank you, I was curious about this medium. Now I know a little bit. :)

[@suesherek6075]

I've been afraid of this medium, but this gives me confidence to try it!

[@celiabell9466]

Really interesting! Love learning about new things even if I have no plans to use them.

[@Renilou2]

I really enjoyed seeing this Steve! It's so inspiring and beautiful work as usual.

[@susiegraham3671]

Love this!!

[@eileencollins3126]

I am very happy to hear you are ok. This is interesting and I would like to see more. I had a set that was my dads, and gave it to my grandson, who was painting with oil paints at the time, but I would like to see you push this medium to it's limits. I love to explore different mediums, and enjoy your processes.

[@susanreinersuedahl]

This is great! Would love to see more of this. I use WS oils and would like to see more watercolor effects. Glad to hear that you are doing ok Steve from H. Helene. Hope H. Milton leaves you alone.

[@jeanneaguirre6980]

Grateful that you are OK !

[@dalecochran4418]

Very cool! Thanks Steve. Hope cleanup is going well for you.

[@loofyllistd]

Firstly, it's great to see you here knowing you and your family are safe. I love these experimental videos! It looks to be a fascinating medium to explore, though it doesn't have that magical luminosity we all love so much in watercolour. It just looks 'flatter' somehow. I wonder if it could be used after a traditional wash for the detailing to give the best of both worlds? I think it's something I may have to explore a little. Thanks for the super informative video.

[@evangelineadams4885]

For a long time I wanted to work in water soluble oils, then I paricipated in an outdoor show about 20 years ago. A fellow artist discovered his paintings had totally faded during the few hours we were outside. So I've stuck to watercolors.

[@lunajoy4624]

the depth of the colors is beautiful. the colors seem richer/deeper than watercolor?

[@katzsteel]

Love it! Would like to see a traditional way too I.e., more opaque.

[@personthatmakesstuff4186]

I love this! I want to try it. Especially interested in the paper and how easy it seems to be to lift paint. Thanks

[@kathrynoreilly6064]

Interesting, especially when you get time to make changes etc

[@ninner196]

Very cool Steve. I was always taught that those were just water cleanup oil paint and I suppose that the same thing held me back. I used to love to oil paint and had to deal with less chemicals. It’s very cool and all the same potential is there which is great. I mentioned it to my older family member artists these type of oil paints and when I said that they existed I got the “what?!” reply and one keeps saying she misses oil painting so we know what’s coming 😂

[@sandyb4693]

I love this technique and am thrilled that you can get this effect from oils. (Water-soluable oils are on my wish list). Thanks for sharing and I'd love to see more of this medium.

[@janetholley1004]

I love it!!!

[@ckdesign429]

I love Arches oil paper, love love love love!! There are a few people who don't trust it, as the oil does soak in, but I love the soft velvety finish. I have some paintings that I did about five years ago, I should pull them out and see how they are doing.

[@TeresaReeves-s2i]

Yes, I would love to see more. I use to paint in oils, but every body in the house didn't like the smell. So I went to watercolors.