Getting Started: Basic Watercolor Techniques

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Brushes shown, but not in my go-to brush list:
Princeton Select - bit.ly/36megMC
Robert Simmons Sapphire - bit.ly/3sZO0Br
Robert Simmons White Sable (not actually sable) - bit.ly/2Mw1S5y
Raphaël Kaërell Synthetic Sable (not actually sable) bit.ly/3opvuid
Silver Black Velvet - bit.ly/39rnfOr
Davinci Cosmotop - bit.ly/3iU2fmy
Pentel Aqua Brush - bit.ly/3af0Ym6
Bamboo brush roll - bit.ly/2Yr5Uip or DIY bit.ly/2MzIuV8
Brush washer - amzn.to/3agKXMm
As of 2021 I no longer use all the brushes shown - sometimes for masking fluids etc, but not in practice for my regular art. But here's what I recommend:
Synthetic blend watercolor brushes for crafters:
Silver Brush Black Velvet Round #8
• EH - bit.ly/2GFDawQ
• BLICK - bit.ly/3eALGdb
• AMZ - amzn.to/3nkyzQC
Silver Brush Black Velvet Round #12
• EH - bit.ly/33DfAbH
• BLICK - bit.ly/3536bvX
• AMZ - amzn.to/2UwAvJi
Mottler Flat Wash, DaVinci - bit.ly/3ofDUZp
Natural hair watercolor brushes for fine art:
Winsor Newton Kolinsky Sable Series 7 Round #10 - bit.ly/3k6MFTF
Winsor Newton Kolinsky Sable Series 7 Round #8 - amzn.to/2WjFI8e
Da Vinci Maestro Kolinsky Sable Round 14 ​- bit.ly/3r0ql1J
Da Vinci Series 17 Maestro Long Needle, Size 9 - amzn.to/2TZsFYs
Papers:
Arches Pads - bit.ly/36jfqIC
Arches Blocks - bit.ly/3pyDcrW
Arches Bright White Sheets - bit.ly/3oqMRiN
Arches Natural White Sheets - bit.ly/3chybjp
Saunders Waterford Blocks - bit.ly/375cTRM
Saunders Waterford Sheets - bit.ly/3iWpoVr
Pre-poured pan paint sets:
Children's paints:
Crayola - bit.ly/3pujux8
Craft Grade:
Sakura Koi sketchbox sets - bit.ly/39dnf4x
Gansai Tambi sets BLICK: bit.ly/3aAYQoU
Artist grade:
Sennelier sets - bit.ly/36jpMIu
Winsor and Newton Field Box bit.ly/36mkHiz
Holbein Palm Box
Daniel Smith Tube Watercolors - bit.ly/3eHr4jG
Schmincke Palette
• EH - bit.ly/3eyddMm
• BLICK - bit.ly/2GZU7m9
Half pans
• EH - bit.ly/3p48FlK
• BLICK - bit.ly/2T5LZCN
Spray bottle - amzn.to/3p2SZ25
White artist tape, 3/4” - bit.ly/3k5YGbS
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[@CubNan]

Best basics class I’ve seen on KZbin.

[@utterlynice1]

Thank you for going slow, explaining what you are doing and the effects you were going after!! Absolutely learned something and loved the time with you! Love watercolors!!

[@maryannelooney6214]

Whete are manners. Sandy your inspirational videos a month ago has guided me to get excited and approach this adventure with God and his word. I enjoy your instructional info and bible presentation of the words. I love this new bible study. Now I will pray . It's ok to make a mistakes. I am not perfect and I will learn . That God is in control, I am free to Express myself is what makes this so exciting.

[@yanlengng]

Effective, straight to the point delivery of a few techniques. Especially commendable is the absence of disturbing fillers and giggly chit chats that distract from the subject. Perfect!!

[@SandyAllnock1]

Thank you! I work hard at that 😍

[@jaymistry779]

One of the best and simple to understand beginners video. Thanks you

[@kathrynholden4223]

This is the best watercolor video I have ever watched. You are so clear and I feel I just might be able to do this now. Thanks, Sandy!

[@lynnb1108]

Thanks for the cloud idea lovely....plus the veins to flower idea..

[@Angie-pl3uw]

Thank you. This was an excellent tutorial, and you proved Carson XL can be worked with!!

[@ZealousZest]

8 years ago -- but still so awesome techniques! i can't wait to start the W/C class!!!! Lori

[@SandyAllnock1]

Have fun!

[@terrymunda5767]

thank you Sandy! I'm a new painter age 62,retired nurse, just love watercolor. your easy to watch and understand.plus I love everything you show me. it's my style and interest. also am a bible studies and Journaling is a passion. I'll be looking into all you offer online. I loved that brush your using wow ! God bless you!

[@dawnyoung9231]

Thank you so much. I stopped water coloring as it always was a disaster. Thank you for the tutorial and encouragements

[@MartinMartin-ho2zi]

Absolutely beautiful Sandy! Thank you for bringing more of your wonderful art lessons to people on KZbin!

[@cakeladyAmy]

How helpful this was!!!! I am determined to learn watercolor.

[@MariaNyceDesigns]

Love this! Thanks so much! Stay well, blessings always!!!

[@dorothyrose9262]

I want to learn this! You make it look so easy. Thanks so much!

[@suzangh4889]

Thank you Sandy . You are great.

[@maryannelooney6214]

Just starting my bible jounaling. Received ESV enterleven Bible. I am so excited. Praying for confidence to put that first drop of paint on this bible. It is a feel good Bible. Sandy having troubling gettinyour bible journaling books

[@JustAnotherNameYo]

This has helped me more than any other watercolor instuction I've seen so far. Thank you.

[@tammy5590]

Wow thank you Sandy. Very informative. I like when you explain things and why and how. Makes things easier. I appreciate your time and talent.

[@soniascott9543]

I have just stared painting and your instructions were very good. Thanks so much.

[@sherlockhoka]

Thank you for breaking down to the basics. Wonderful job.

[@spiffymomma9632]

Sandy, thank you so much for this video and all the testing you did! I'm new to watercolors and would love to see more watercolor tutorials from you! Your commentary is lots of fun too!! Well done!!

[@sabbreenie]

Thank you so much! This video helped me so much. I'll be starting my first watercolor practice tonight and so far, your video had helped the most. Thank you!!

[@CouzCat]

GREAT new series. A wonderful help & terrific companion to the water colour flowers series you've been doing. I have the Penny Black stencil you used in one of them so that was a video made in heaven. TSMFS!

[@terismith4333]

I do not feel like I have an artistic bone in my body.but started making cards about 3 years ago & would so love to do some water colouring as it is my favourite medium. Your tutorial has inspired me to give it a go. Thanks so very much!!

[@43En]

This is the most useful tutorial so far

[@doloresneilson5349]

Thank you so much! I am a paper crafter and have admired the results I have seen from watercolor artists. Your video thus far is explained THE BEST. When I attempt my first project, if I achieve any success...it will be because of you! For the first time, I "got it" as you demonstrate how the marriage of color and pooling of water works (and how wonderfully flexible it all is!). Thanks very much for sharing your technique AND YOUR TIME.

[@SandyAllnock1]

Awesome! There's also a beginners watercolor class on my blog - you're welcome to check that out too.

[@irenedavo3768]

@@SandyAllnock1 watching November 2022

[@Rebecca-bp2kk]

You've just saved my life! I'm new to water colour and I've watched so many videos, but your videos I have sat and just said to myself 'yes I get it now' thank you so so much ❤️

[@lisawarren5431]

Great video! Thank you! I got a BFA in Oil Painting in 2009 and only just today did I try Water Colors. I'm pretty happy with my results but looking for more information and techniques! Thanks again for the great info!!

[@jellypopcorn]

Ive recently peaked a bit of an interest in water-colour painting. always something i've loved but never been game enough to do myself. I always feel like im getting too old to learn things like this but these are super great explanations! keen to watch some more of your tutorials! thanks!

[@simplycraftyfrench5144]

Aww thank you so much Sandy for this helpful video, love it ! As I'm just starting my watercoloring adventure !

[@ElizabethCaldwell]

Your voice is so soothing and I love the music in the background. Also you are a wonderful teacher! Great tips - thank you!

[@maungl]

I so agree! Sometimes I turn Sandy on just to listen to her even if I can't watch the video attentively! 😉

[@helenlauro115]

Thank you. I am just beginning but am in love with watercolor magic. You have clarified some of my beginners issues.

[@kberken]

You have an excellent style and you're a good teacher. You don't waste time just making irrelevant comments like other videos do. I here to learn. Thank you!

[@SandyAllnock1]

+kberken thanks! I give credit to Toastmasters 😉

[@jaspermartin7444]

You have a really nice voice, thank you. Plus explain things very easily (and quickly, always a bonus), what a good teacher! WOW. Best demonstration of clouds I've ever seen, thank you!!

[@krewzy.]

Hiya Sandy I've been looking for more rips on clouds so was super greatful to see this lobe your work thanks heaps for sharing 😊

[@meeraahuja1594]

Very easy to follow tutorial. Thank you

[@CynthiaAva]

I love this. Thank you. Been wanting to get more into watercolors and explore with them.

[@Mali6na]

Its just what I looking for. Thank you!

[@nordagonce5595]

I have really enjoyed your tutorial. I am reviving my love for watercolors by learning from you. I am so excited to have stumbled upon your site and lessons. Thank you.

[@barbsummersengler5749]

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Sandy! I learned so much from just this, first, short video! I am so grateful! ♥

[@askgameramy6357]

Barb Engler I am sure u r but I am too

[@2281CozyBrickCape]

TFS. Love the different techniques that you’ve shared!

[@melissarodd4518]

I am so excited to do my very first watercolor project. Thank you for the great video!

[@PrettyFunStuffbyDiane]

Just starting with watercolor. Great beginner tutorial. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@lawlj1079]

You're awesome i like how u explain :D your clear and straight forward

[@spokanemom]

Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge!! I have learned so much from you. You have a terrific teaching style.

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[@jiaranaiv]

I really love this video. Thank you so much!!

[@cherylscrivens3560]

Totally so helpful, Sandy! I've tried some watercoloring and now want to do more! Thank you!!

[@bonniewalter8609]

Sandy, great video! I am trying to pick up watercoloring so I can add this to my card making and this video was a great help. Thank you!

[@matriarchfacilitator]

Thank you so very much for an in depth tutorial. Its really appreciated!!❤❤❤

[@annielively7040]

Brilliant and easy!

[@anamsousaa]

This was honestly so clear and helpful. Thank you!

[@smoss4847]

Thank you! This series has been so helpful!!

[@ralphchristianson]

These are lots of great tips and wonderful results.

[@coatsiecoatsie]

An excellent tutorial....simple and straight to the point....thank you...

[@donnadacy5876]

Great lesson....This has been a very enlightening video. You explain everything so it is easy to understand. Now to get busy. Practice will be in my near future. Thank you so much...you are a great teacher. TFS

[@farahrizal2988]

Thank you Sandra! 😊😊

[@queenmab1999]

The Koi paints are excellent for beginners :)

[@igortikho]

Thank you Sandy, great video!

[@totalhyper72]

very nice use of tissu paper. beautifuly you described how to recover if some mistakes happen during watercolore working.

[@terrymonto4801]

You make this look so easy. Awesome!

[@ideenvoll8606]

Perfect- to explain something difficult on a simple way!

[@wendyamigh6917]

Watercolor pencils how yo use

[@askgameramy6357]

Ideenvoll yea I agree

[@thesarahdilemma9752]

Ideenvoll really you mean how to explain something simple In an easy way? (Jk)

[@rebeccafiveash4335]

Ideenvoll I agree. Perfectly clear explanation , in plain English, on how to do these techniques.

[@robinwhitmarsh128]

Great explanation!!! Love all the colors

[@christinesmith989]

Really helpful and informative video - thank you so much! xxx

[@glittergrandma]

Great video, your instructions are super. Many thanks.

[@astrea88]

hi im a beginner and i just have to thank u for this. all the other tutorials were very vague and just assumes we already know some stuff. and i like how this video was fun and very easy to follow! my art has improved dramatically. you mentioned you're a teacher. I'm guessing you're a good one! thanks! will look forward to more of your tutorials in the future.

[@happylittleflower7335]

This is so great! Thank you!

[@shelby5577]

Love your video's Sandy!!!

[@khaza1wolfgurl]

Your concise yet informative style of speaking, combined with the relaxing classical music in the background, makes this video VERY easy to listen to and absorb! ^^- (Almost like watercolor, itself!)

[@gillyslikejillysart7458]

Awesome! Explained so well!

[@matthewwood2453]

Thank you very much!

[@janets132003]

you make it look so easy...

[@marydiehm9354]

Thank you for these great videos! They have been so helpful and inspiring. I have been on the fence on even trying to water color, mostly because i had no idea where to start. Now I have the information i need to start. i also found that I have a Blick arts store just down the street from me...Hooray!

[@SandyAllnock1]

Mary Diehm Happy shopping! Blick is one of my happy places. LOL (Don't tell my wallet!)

[@krismua1209]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@jeanieferretti4203]

Great techniques! I'm not good at watercoloring but this may help. Thank you

[@pattiepan]

Thanks Sandy...I learned a thing or two...love that. pat

[@askgameramy6357]

Pat Posk I agree soo agree with u

[@MarionMayRabl]

That's a really nice and well explained tutorial! :)

[@mihoyoplsgagagah5380]

love it💓

[@SanjuThokchom]

really amazing...it's MUST for all beginners.....

[@lamontmccaskel6078]

Loved this

[@louibabia7791]

Thank you very much

[@dimpleasha245]

Really nice and helpful video!!

[@JoeSteinerIII]

thank you so much for this in the following watercolour video! You inspired the courage in my girlfriend and I to start getting busy with our own set that we've had sitting around for months. Keep up the amazing work!

[@tanjenniferj]

This is so helpful!

[@nonamenoname867]

Thank you!!

[@claims44]

Thank you so much!! Wonderful series!

[@askgameramy6357]

jeannie m AGREE OK IT SO NICE RIGHT

[@sTarRyNiiTeX]

very nice effects!

[@karentarolli3969]

Great tutorial!

[@meowool]

Thanks for the video - I didn't know you could paint wet on wet! :)

[@diyuwho2682]

Heyy! You should me happy, my school shared this video to my class and told to learn from you! Teach nice😉😜

[@SandyAllnock1]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@aaryamore7933]

its awesome d helpful for the growing artists...............................

[@trishschmidt8530]

I am subbed! Really good tutorial!

[@CharleRaeCafe]

Lots of good beginner information but I think the use of a flower for practicing all these different techniques is adorable .^_^.

[@augustjosh77]

Nice ! Thank you !

[@Cindy-cs5js]

Thanks for sharing.

[@MariaIsabelll]

super helpful!

[@hix72617]

amazing!

[@hygeiahealing6609]

Very helpful thank you

[@mifthalubis5554]

thank you so much! this is very helpful for a beginner like me! wish me luck...

[@Anya54321]

Very helpful, thank you