How I Learnt to Draw Water

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In this video, I explain the techniques I use to draw still and moving water. From the importance of highlights to the random patterns of water in movement, this video is a reminder to pay close attention to the details, and above all, to observe the small stuff.
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[@oilonpaper]

"Water has a beautiful way of humbling me, every single time." Beautiful. 💙

[@tylerroach928]

For me the hardest thing about art is patience and consistency.

[@arthurlefevre7706]

motivation, confidence, perseverance: the three things that are for me the most important. If you fail, you must redo it, you have to be confident in yourself, be enough motivated to continue and persevere the longer the better.

[@sallysmiles6088]

for me, a little OCD comes in handy

[@Intdu826]

It’s not that hard if you have the right mindset for your work. Patience and consistency will come out on its own if you value the process more than what will be the result of your work. Just saying from my experience.

[@michealfoux]

right

[@KVKMosotho]

Lol you and i both

[@fanmanpro]

Now I know how to draw my tears from not being as amazing as you are.

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What a good comment

[@plabey]

What a great response

[@CapperCritic]

What a genuine reply

[@iversonpaulalay5514]

What a magestic advocacy

[@Weep1012]

Classic FanManPro

[@devchourasia4935]

You should start a vlog channel or integrate vlogging into this one. Believe me we artists are much relieved to see somone pushing it through their life everyday. Just a suggestion. Btw big fan of ur art

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@brickhouse7401]

Came for the lesson Almost left at 'it took 5 months' Stayed for the calming voice

[@JoyfulRelaxation22]

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[@alfredhoonter5955]

"It took around 5 months to complete" 😐😐 Aight imma head out

[@indigo4740]

I can't even imagine working on a single picture for that long

[@mimiii.o4]

I thought he said 5 mins😶

[@alfredhoonter5955]

@@mimiii.o4 😁

[@jaredthehumanbeing3271]

@Zwenk Wiel no, most of his amazing drawings took many months, it probably took him his whole life to get this good

[@riyagarg753]

I am also trying to make this water sketch art and it's been a month already working on it and half is done... Man it's really hard🥵

[@ndemutila]

I gave up on hyper realism years ago until I heard you say "Ja" in a video of yours. You gave hope to alotta people in Namibia where art is under heavy prejudice questioning its relevance and for that we're grateful. PS ek is nog steeds geskok van hoe goed jy is...

[@peachradvan5807]

Your art inspires me and your voice rocks me to sleep... in a good way. Never stop making videos please

[@brendawillems4804]

Peach Radvan i agree, but talking a bit slower would be nice!

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@user-zl6is7rb6k]

how about his looks ?

[@sadban6483]

Sikhwal Arts - by Piyush Pandey stupid self promter

[@orcamum]

Your personality level is just as high as your drawing level! You're a gem in our society. It's people like you that make the world a better place! Wishing you the VERY best in life!

[@necessitousfox]

your work is breathtakingly beautiful, I'm mad that I only discovered you now, you went straight to my top 3 best artists of the world, since I watched few of your videos, wow!! I hope you have many successful art exhibitions in the future, world needs to see these masterpieces

[@tiahnahgobel2738]

so good to hear a South African accent! Your work is incredible :)

[@oldfartdigi-art1363]

Jono, no soggy sentimentality here, just pure admiration. Of course, your work is astounding, but your calming presence has so much impact, that can’t be ignored. So glad to have just found your channel...thank you for sharing your talent with us. Kudos man...kudos. I’ll be following your vids very closely

[@SG-fi9ww]

Holy SHIT that is amazing! You’re so calm when you speak I could listen to you all day 😂 you’re so talented and I’m SO pleased you get to do what you love as a job. You deserve all the publicity and more. Looking forwards to the next one! :)

[@lindsaymitchell8899]

Please keep us in your busy schedule as your thoughts and technique to drawing are so inspiring. Thank you for your kindness in helping others to improve on our skills and looking at our drawings in a new light.

[@waynealphonso7069]

I'm a artist myself, I'm truly humbled and inspired seeing this video.

[@stainedhands]

Yes, please do a video on social media marketing for artist, how you navigate the business side, and/or a video on your journey on becoming a professional artist

[@JonoDry]

Added to the list for upcoming videos! Thanks Devyn :)

[@TheGrandmaster1]

Jono Dry voice is ASMR gold.

[@Beautyofcolors]

Wow, you are very talented, your work of art is so intricate, it is just marvelous, have an amazing year.

[@beomjinkwoncomingfromapoin2127]

Always glad to get your technical recommendation. Thanks much.

[@mjkmajestikarts6363]

You're an inspiration, thank you

[@cbolivar3518]

You are an amazing artist, thank you so much for sharing your work with us!

[@emmy16661]

Your voice is lovely, it’s so calming and soft.

[@rehack7727]

I've been looking for this for a looong long time thank you so much, Keep up the good work Jono!

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This is for sure one of the most impressive talents that I ever seen

[@jaimecolodro1588]

Amazing channel, huge thanks for sharing this content

[@sydbarrett7511]

thank you for being such an amazing artist

[@SamSam-im1hi]

Has a soothing voice. I feel like artists get the most soothing voices

[@ayamepl]

I absolutely love your art and your videos! You are an inspiration for me, I could watch it all day long!

[@normalname8768]

Thank you for starting tutorials! ❤

[@amitrathorart9398]

Always learn from best like this 👍🏼👏🏼❤

[@juliandevita4950]

Just PLEASE keep doing what you are doing and upload here everything, you are more than awesome.

[@adlindanish4854]

So cinematic water splash. I really like it. Congrats @Jono Dry. I really like all your drawing. You're really inspired me 😊

[@anne-mariefineart7945]

Thank you! This is the video I was waiting for.

[@kavitabhandariarts205]

Thanks. Very helpful

[@crisalidathomassie1811]

Absolutely awesome. Thanks for sharing. Many blessings and much success in life.

[@denbrick2]

YOU ARE INCREDIBLE YOU WORK IS THE WORLDS BEST

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AMAZING ❤️

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Your videos gives me goosebumps..😍🔥

[@alphotheone]

Still learning at 70 and love your honesty and straightforwardness about what you have learned! Keep it up and wishing you the best of luck. Love you studio so j........................

[@untamedartist4948]

You are a great artist. I love your work.

[@kevinaustin0369]

Absolutely. Do share indeed. And thank you.

[@charliebird5299]

Wow. As always, sir, you leave me speechless. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@eddytheman1384]

Mind blowing work and art ! Thanks ! HPL

[@mathisgolik3636]

It's awesome to see that it is that "simple" in term of pure skill (contrast is the harder part) but the level it require to be able to draw that

[@alanhamilton2086]

Thank you for another amazing video

[@kktenneti2333]

All your videos are inspiration to every one and including artists. 🙏

[@Bobbziee]

Looking forward to upcoming video. The topics you mentioned in the end sounds perfect

[@walterpatterson5386]

You make such a complex seems so doable thanks.

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I love your videos !,❤️ I’m so grateful you explain in such thorough detail! Keep them coming please!

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You are so talented thank you so much for sharing the videos 😊

[@thealiartstudio9162]

Thank you so much for make this video, it's really helpful ❤.

[@guest7play614]

hey jono, I really like your videos! I am starting to draw, and even if I'm just a beginner you give me ideas on what to focus. The thing is, man, YOU are the one we want to see! your personality is so calm and you make every video so interesting, that even if you uploaded like vlogs or videos of any kind I know you'll make them very entertaining. I hope this year you find the breakthroughs you need in drawing and surprise every one of us as alwaysssss

[@jnewbypencilart3642]

You are absolutely amazing and I really do appreciate the how to’s you were posting they really got me motivated and away haven’t been prior to doing my drawings that I’ve been putting off for a while. Thank you

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Thanks for the great format. Straight to the point with just the correct amount of info. Made me subscribe :)

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Awesome! Tankcou for sharing ✌

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You are the best ✨

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Your work is unbelievable! 🖤

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From one artist to another... I respect the time and effort you " Jono Dry" put into your craft... Da Vinci would be mind blown.

[@Baabammu]

Nice video ever keep them coming more man!!!!

[@xXisubscriberXx]

Thanks for the tips Jono, your videos are always inspiring. I would like to see how you draw such realistic looking trees/leaves.

[@hsrinivas5925]

Your my inspiration man! Keep going. All the very best!👍

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I am always in such awe of your talent and results. Absolutely brilliant!!!!!!!!😍😍🙃🙃

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Thanks for information 😊

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Make more videos man. I absolutely love your work

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You are Awesome!! ❤️🇨🇦

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I love your drawings so much! Amazing work, talent and dedication. Keep going... :)

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Feeding the algorithm, cause you need to be seen by more people. Breathtaking

[@aaronking6361]

Thank you for the lesson I'm going to look up your sponsor all so didn't realize how important.high lights are to a Water looking believeable.

[@adityapatel5887]

Your all drawings are so amazing.. unbelievable.. 😲

[@mikecapers832]

Great video. Directly to the point for artists to understand. Luv ur vids

[@JonoDry]

Thanks Mike! I really appreciate your support.

[@MaJelArt]

Great video, your art is on the next level good. Water is a humbling element.

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Your channel is exactly what I think a art channel should be

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Jono that is cool

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Your skills are so intimidating.

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Beautiful ❤

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Amazing!😍

[@surfit.]

Yes. More videos on your art style and your growth on becoming the artist you are . . . pleeease.

[@juliocesarnieva207]

You do an amazing art work, you spend a lot of hours, the secret is the patience you do a real art👍👍👍

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Something that everyone should actually learn from you is - How to be patient 😌🙏🏼

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[@furycz3455]

Great vid, keep it up, amazing art

[@butterscotchicecream7321]

Thanks so much Jono. I really needed help to draw water. I love your work. Keep me amazed. Sorry I forgot to thank you earlier.

[@sophiarose03]

Every time I see your work, I'm absolutely speechless...

[@rsunicretart6107]

Thank sir,for sharing your knowledge to us. I love the way you do sketch and i try to do by watching a your video.thank sir

[@keshanidesilva1728]

Such a handsome and talented artist... Never was drawn to graphite drawings till I saw your works. Great details, observation skills and brilliant use of light and shade.

[@joshuachildree3114]

Hi I just wanted to say I really enjoy ur vids they inspire me and I've learned a lot from them. Thank u!!!

[@nkosipapa1105]

U have my support and thank you for the water technique thoughts😎😎

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I really luv u and ur incredible work too❤️❤️❤️

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I admire you a lot

[@crystalwilder]

YES!!! I would love to hear about the business side of art and I'm so glad to hear your channel is growing too. Your videos are like an extension of the art and your work. Each video is artistically recorded and edited. Thought has gone into lighting and angles of the camera and it's done in a way that perfectly showcases you and your craft without it looking like your performing and I love it! Congratulations on a successful 2019 and wishing you an even better 2020! He says water humbles him every time...ROFLMAO! I hear you! I HEAR YOU!

[@stellaq3306]

Nekoshi Snowpaw Even his b/w reference photos are art in themselves! Sorry can’t recall exactly which video.

[@ethanrideaux8459]

Turning the drawing upside down was a brilliant tip. I can now more easily see where tiny flaws are when I’m doing more detailed work! Particularly portraits! Thanks!

[@donnagoode6923]

you might check out a book titled Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain for more tips like this. Also, looking at your work in a mirror can be helpful.

[@e.manuelstrada5278]

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