EASY Winter ❄️ Landscape in Watercolor/Christmas Card Ideas

[@DebOlsen-c4j]

I am an almost 86 yo; love your abstracts, the ore abstract the better. Thank you

[@peterplantec7911]

Hello usermq8fy… , I 82 and find watercolor a nice expressive medium. Octogenarians rule.

[@dennywicker]

Your AMAZING Ellen WOW hank you

[@glendaadams1481]

I started watercolor a week ago. Not a clue how even to start. I’ve subscribed to your channel and I’ve learned so much! I love your channel so much because you make it ok to not be perfect. I really like the way you talk through your videos, it really helps. You always say come on you can do this. Turns out I think I can. Thank you! I wish I could have some I’ve done critiqued to see how I’m doing. 💙

[@deborahgoodwin3426]

Lol.....Welllll.....I have to say Ellen, I gave it my best shot. And yes! It came out beautiful!! But, mine looks a bit like a major Nor'easter has arrived! Yes, just as you said, you certainly can get a tad carried away with splattering the guache! Happy Holidays!! 👩‍🦳🖌️🎄

[@ewwwobbie]

I am teaching watercolor to a small group of developmentally disabled adults and I am going to get them to try this. It’s amazing how well they do! I will try and show you some of their work sometime. They love your videos as much as I do!

[@freshasgucci]

You’re amazing I did it! You’re the best!!!!! 🙏🏼

[@elizabethmoorman7434]

You are the watercolor wizard a magic maker the jazz of art. Love it. I will certainly do it. Thank you.

[@eileensmith9199]

I love your style. You’re not making me feel bad for using inferior materials by preaching and your paintings are beautiful.

[@suzeca-22]

I painted this and it turned out really pretty. I'm a beginner and its one of the nicest paintings I've done i hung it on the wall.

[@cecilialofgren1396]

I’m learning SO much! Thank you! I’m very ill from osteoporosis and some days I can hardly move from my aching back...then I paint! Tomorrow I will try this! Maybe it will be ok and I can give it to my little brother who has helped me a lot lately, when I’ve been extra much in pain.

[@silvercharm9507]

Saying a prayer for you. 💜

[@SleepyCatCottage]

Being creative is such a wonderful way to manage and cope with life's challenges and difficulties...physical and mental. Time flies and pain is lessened. KZbin is wonderful for learning about art and the tutorials are fabulous. I put on some music or listen to an audio book and the world becomes a better place. My new project for the next year is to work with the exercises in Lorna Scobie's books all beginning with the title"365 Days of" ...Drawing, Creativity, Art in Nature, etc. they are actual work books with tons of stimulating ideas and exercises. Some times i am just not stimulated and don't know what to do in my "creativity center" so i have a feeling these will be fun and give me a kick start. Plus there is always something new to learn. My best wishes to you. Make art part of every day.

[@jeanettecook1088]

Sorry to hear about your osteoporosis... I'm 67, and fairly healthy, but I have times when my stress won't be relieved by anything but painting. I paint and forget everything else! People like Ellen help guide us on the journey... she has taught me so much! 💗

[@ErinEnoArt]

I’m so sorry to hear about your condition. I too suffer from extreme back pain, have compression fractures and severe osteoporosis. I started watercolour painting as well as a way to distract my mind. I even started a KZbin channel but, sadly, due to multiple setbacks, have not even been able to sit and paint for over 2 months. I hope your pain allows you to continue to paint and that you can enjoy your artistic journey ❤️

[@susanricke5694]

Ellen, thank you. I appreciate you. I have come so far by just watching you. You make WC joyful.

[@janicecosenza1812]

You’re amazing. Love this. ❤️. Xo (so happy I found you Ellen)

[@SilverSeaOT7]

At first glance I thought there would be no way I could do this, but after watching it I really think I can! Looks like so much fun.

[@ellencrimitrent]

told ya it was easy!

[@JustMe-pl4ej]

I love this. I also got a good laugh at the “ tap tap taps” to sprinkle snow…it reminds me of a scene on The Parent Trap when the twin girls showed their potential step-mom, how to tap two sticks together to keep the mountain lions at bay!!!

[@lyndaculp5060]

I love the snowflakes.....dropping it in on damp paper!! Fantastic!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Minbari209]

Hi Ellen, just wanted to say thank you for giving me the inspiration to pick up my paintbrushes again. I lost my way due to illness and then the intensive care and worry for my elderly dog as she came to the end of her life. I didn't think I would ever feel creative again but thanks to your tutorials I have now painted 10 Christmas cards and am looking forward to giving this a go. Stay safe..

[@mgmccartney8513]

Sorry for the loss of your dog .

[@Minbari209]

@@mgmccartney8513 thank you for your kindness

[@sayusayme7729]

So sorry, mine is getting close too. Feeling as you my dear, it’s awesome. You inspire me too.

[@Minbari209]

@@sayusayme7729 thank you. It's a heartbreaking time and I feel for you. Take care of yourself .

[@mushiArt]

The thickness of WASABI! Bwahahaha! You are a hoot, lady! Thanks for the wonderful tutorial!

[@leahgraham1016]

Oh my! I'm a beginner and this is my 1st success! Thank you!

[@angelakilroy689]

Love love love it..Thanks heaps!! I love the misty effect!!

[@rajpereira7280]

Lovely beautiful.

[@maryserfass3230]

Your the bomb when it comes to watercolor tutorials..no one else comes close ..I always feel like an artist when I follow along

[@ellencrimitrent]

thank you!

[@alisonjeffrey979]

I absolutely love your tutorials! I'm new to trying out water colours and am amazed at the results I'm getting from following your lessons. You make it so fun and really explain everything well. Thank you so much xx

[@TracyS-e3j]

I just started two of these, and they are drying, just finished the snow in the air..what a fantastic background idea!! Brilliant, thanks so very much Ellen! Looking forward to doing the foreground shortly!

[@wendiebs]

THIS is the very first LOOSE painting I've ever done that I actually liked my results! Thank you so much!

[@afsanehzonnour4435]

Thank you so much,I really use your videos,i have been working watercolor for more than 10 years and i find your videos really useful👌👌👌

[@lisabaumeister9943]

I love your playfulness, encouragement, and compassionate words through this pandemic. Your videos have been truly therapeutic! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@ellencrimitrent]

I'm so glad!

[@tatianalima3876]

@@ellencrimitrent Your painting are beautiful, thank you for sharing. And I agree with Lisa, during this difficult times all we need is kindness

[@sharmilachakraverty6439]

This is really a masterpiece. You say easy? I'm going to give it a shot. The magic is probably the expensive Arches paper other than your mastery!!😊!! I have Canson and I'll try it on that. Thanks so much to make it fun.

[@2626michelle]

please don't stop posting these amazing videos!!

[@mariselaorta1981]

I amazed by the use of Scotch tape! I've been using masking tape and the watercolor seeps through a lot. Can't wait to try this tutorial.

[@AnnePetit-y3o]

I love how you demonstrate watercolor paintings. I have made quite a few. Thank you so much!

[@LeslieAverill-n7d]

So enjoyed watching this. I found the new Bob Ross! Can’t wait to try it.

[@IntheMemoryofPaulineRussell]

First painting I've done in 14 months since before my Mother Passed away last Feb. Very Good to be painting again this was so wonderful. Loved your tutorial. Thank you.

[@norahoulton8065]

Ellen you are quickly becoming my go to KZbin artist. I love your commentary throughout the video and your voice is very relaxing. Thank you very much. I will become a patron.

[@marycope2278]

THe bird is the icing on the cake. Beautiful. Definitely one for me to try.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Thanks so much 😊

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

"I'm goin' real crazy"...you go girl! 😁

[@TheTishaable]

You blew my mind with your beautifully haunting tree scape at the beginning of the video!! ❤

[@mariiakaplun444]

So great! Reminds me fairytale “12 Months”, where poor little girl goes for snowdrops for the Princess. And there in the forest she meets 12 brothers Months. For her kind heart they helps her. And Miracles happens to her.... Thanks for video. Its really simple. Draw for my family...

[@kassieniagara9141]

I loved this so much! I lost my dad 10 years ago on 11/18/2012 and my brother just a year ago on 11/11/2021. I put a cardinal in each tree to represent both of them.

[@DianeSchaeffer-hy5mn]

You are such a wonderful teacher, Ellen.I always learn so much from your tutorials. And I love your narration, humor and encouragement. Thank you!!

[@judigibbs]

I just did this AGAIN after a couple of years. Love it but struggled with the bird. I might have to make him into part of the tree; but lovely effects and you are easy to follow! THANK YOU.

[@nanomeow]

Literally painted upside down and created a masterpiece. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@bettyrogers9090]

I love the red against the winter scene. You always help me feel I can do it.

[@nicolemarie6273]

I painted this today and I learned a few things. I kept needing to add water to get the paint to keep running to the edge. I learned that I needed way more paint than I usually use! It took me beyond a 'hesitant' threshold, which was great. I wanted to use it for my Christmas card this year, but I will try another one before I decide. I kept backing away to get a different perspective and see if it was good enough and when I realized I was in the living room and my painting was in the dining room I started laughing. Try try again! I love the blues and greens of this! Thank you, Ellen. :)

[@nildavalencia5524]

it is the best and loveliest Christmas card painting. I will do this for sure. Thank you for making it easy, we can do it!

[@adoradearable]

I love this! I'm a beginner too. I saved this video and will be watching it often. I adore the cardinal.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@i.hery7]

One of the best tutorials I have ever seen. I immediately tried it. It is amazing. Wow and thank you!

[@leneprior9392]

You are so fabulous! Your talking about technique as well as your thoughts are always great. Blessings to you and family

[@kaceeboxers3580]

Love watching you paint. Beautiful wintry scene for a card. Thanks for sharing. As soon as my paints arrive I cannot wait to try this, along with many others you have shared. So happy to have found your channel.

[@SilverSeaOT7]

Came back (2022) to say that I did make a couple of these last year. Coming back because I want to make more this year. They turned out so well! I impressed myself. Haha-And I’m my worst critic. Probably the prettiest Christmas cards I’ve made. (Thanks for your great instructions.)

[@lisafoss1555]

Ellen I love your personality. You make it look so easy. I love your paintings! Thank you!

[@weddingofalexanderharrison3232]

thank you for amazing lessons!

[@amyvw5612]

This was auch a famtastic tutorial! I've NEVER tried watercolors before, and my picture turned out amazing! Your commentary helped so much. Thank you!😀

[@michellegray4737]

I painted several of these for Christmas card 2020 and they came out amazing!! And my first watercolor ever.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Wonderful!

[@kimdavenport2485]

By far you are my favorite watercolor artist!!!! Thank you for your inspiration!

[@janiceharrison1316]

Just found this Ellen, it's getting near that time of year again to start thinking about holiday cards... cheers!

[@bxtterflies2732]

I painted this...And Wow it ended up being beautiful! Please make more video's like this!!

[@elizabethueltschy8924]

I painted this and made them into cards. They turned out gorgeous! Thank you!

[@vickigower8125]

I love this. I have tried it twice now and though my results are not horrible, they don't compare with the beauty you captured in yours. I have rewatched your video now and I see where part of my downfall was, so hopefully the third time will be the charm. Thank you for sharing your gift with us!

[@lucinamorpurgo8506]

You’re a true artist!!!! Your work is fantastic! I don’t paint but I watched this whole video and marveled at how well you work. It’s like magic. And you’re so relaxing to watch. I saw some videos of a Polish girl that was painting but I couldn’t stand the way she just kept babbling on as if she liked to hear her own voice. Not like you do. The things you said and the way you expressed yourself were perfect. Calm and relaxing. And fun. In the other videos of that Polish girl, she kept on saying she loved everything she was doing! Every stroke!!! It was very bothersome. I appreciated your character so much more and your way of approving your work as you go along, in an intelligent way. Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent. (P.S. I have nothing against Polish people!!!)

[@lauravangroenendael4511]

I am really really enjoying these tutorials and painting with you. Am so happy I found this!! Thank you Ellen!!!😊

[@ericalachappelle3008]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I loved it! At work, I was recently put in charge of teaching one watercolor class a month and one acrylic class each month. I need tutorials like this so that I can get better in order to teach my participants . I know I'm not really qualified to teach watercolor. But, we all have fun and that's what matters. Thanks again!❤❤❤❤

[@Gracia2108]

Thank you for sharing. I really enjoy how you explain each steps. This is really nice and soothing. I love it so much!

[@citizenoftheworldsz9]

love your videos, you show that you don't need to know 100% what you are going for and that it's ok to make mistakes and twick it on the go, thank you so much!!

[@bettemc]

Thanks so much. I love your approach and attitude. You are very gifted and generous.

[@ishwaryafromgallerymalory8076]

Aww, the way you explain your process is so fun . 💖

[@dawnanderson2422]

I just did followed this tutorial and it turned out nicely! Thank you! SUBSCRIBED!

[@leticiasanmiguel3649]

Love your work Ellen! I've been painting for years (self-taught), and have really been wanting to learn watercolor. Your tutorials are wonderful and very helpful. I'm less afraid to try now, and have done one of your mini landscapes which turned out pretty good. Thank you!

[@Miastrong930]

Winter wonderland. Looks great.

[@ellencrimitrent]

thanks!

[@gennyhunt4167]

This is the prettiest holiday card tutorial I've seen! Thank you!

[@SusanLS08]

Knocked it out of the park this time. The techniques you used this time were great. I never would have thought about doing that technique on the pine. I absolutely loved it. Thank you, thank you, thank you. ❤️

[@loiswakeman7488]

I think this is so beautiful! Can’t wait to try it at my newly formed group of painters.

[@psoik]

Thank you....I used part of this painting to make a bookmark for a friend....thanks for teaching in a way that makes the joy of painting possible for us beginners.

[@kamp2523]

Thank you, for your encouraging words ! You hypnotize me with your positive words like, it's very easy especially for beginners. this gives me hope.

[@narayanstar7787]

Thank you,this is so pretty and seems do able for me ! I like your teaching style. Thank you for taking your time and explaining things along the way.

[@mlauren564]

This is fantastic! I've done this scene on cards with variations and my friends love them. I usually go nuts with cards for the holidays... Thanks so much, I love how you are so encouraging. Would never tried this on my own.

[@catrinanerey1596]

Lol....you be you. Love watching your videos. Yes please...I would like to learn to do snowflakes.

[@karenalver269]

Thanks for your beautiful artworks! I'm self taught watercolorist and I'm learning a lot from you! God bless you!

[@MarilynParker5865]

Love your videos...I still call myself a beginner and since it has been a bad health year...I have painted many of your tutorials as bookmarks to enclose in cards..thank you...the way you wield that brush gives me confidence..wonderful!!

[@heianwoman]

One of the loveliest. Can’t wait to try.

[@ellencrimitrent]

Have fun!

[@basenkaua]

Dear Ellen, I seldom paint after watching a tutorial, but I've tied to follow this one and am really pleased with my result. Thank you so much for such a simple to follow yet really sweet turorial.

[@monikag7321]

Nice winter painting

[@ritabattaglini8623]

Christmas trees are wonderfull.

[@vespa4jen]

You are right, Ellen! Super easy and your instruction makes it so. My painting exceeded my expectations😄

[@viewfromthetop176]

Enjoyed this beautiful, simple and superb tutorial! I am looking forward to trying it out! Thanks so much!

[@kathyrupp4126]

This was the year for me to find Ellen! Enjoying your tutorials so much...this was my Christmas card this year!

[@candacecarson9568]

So glad I found your videos. I’ve painted acrylic for a years but lately I have been playing around with watercolor and I needed some direction, you’re tutorials are easy to follow and the tips are perfect! So thank you!

[@АллаКутилина-ц2ш]

Hello. Thank you for your tutorial! So great to get up early in the morning and while the family sleeps create beauty!

[@dianejohanson98]

Just found your channel, a year later. Loved the tutorial. Always wanted to learn to paint with watercolor. I am a landscape oil painter and also paint with acrylics, but I always had a mental block when it came to watercolor. Made no sense to me and I only made a mess. Your tutorial seemed so easy, I’m going to try watercolors again! Thank you!

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thanks for this video. I don't have gouache, so I used white acrylic paint, and it turned out well.

[@dianeperkins364]

Can’t wait to try this! Thanks a bunch.

[@sabinelloyd8532]

I have just bought watercolours and even with the wrong paper this was fun and easy to do.

[@Winstonsmom]

This is so lovely! The colours, the style, everything! Great tutorial!

[@dfrenchorn]

My family sent me a watercolour set for christmas, so I painted this on rough watercolour paper to send to them as a christmas card to thank them!!! Very proud of myself it was easy and still challenging enough to be fun! As well as beautiful!!!

[@louisestaats234]

Nice!

[@cherryberry2423]

Thank you for this it was so much fun. Please do more seasonal watercolors

[@jpallen719]

I really really like your work…. Learning a lot….

[@charlesdbg9424]

Super Ellen, j'adore vos tutoriels, even if you speak a bit to quickly for me, but not a big deal !!! I love the way you explain, seems (and some times is) so easy. Thanks to you I rediscovered an old hobby !

[@juliadixon-smith5416]

Wow ! Skye looked so lovely. Really enjoyed watching this video with the wonderful autumn colours. Living on S coast of England it’s a long journey to travel up there and last year was manic for campsites so I never got there. Third year I will be up there next year by booking sites a year ahead and you have really inspired me to go and see places that are new to me. Love watching you painting and drawing. Thank you so much for inspiring me.

[@judigibbs]

Another lovely card to make for VERY special people. Thanks Ellen!

[@johncrane9478]

Love this painting

[@lucialange9193]

Thank you very much for the wonderful painting lesson. I have rediscovered my joy in watercolor painting. It gave me great pleasure and I love your humor! I look forward to painting more together with you.