HOW I MAKE WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS // Sketch to Finish

[@adriand1263]

Im actually so happy you posted this. for my high-school final piece, we have to research an artist and do a study on their life art, techniques methods .etc. Your work is so well thought and amazing, i had to choose you as an artist and my teacher loved you too! This video will be so helpful you have no idea. Thank you so much i love you and your art so much! Keep chasing your dreams! Youre a massive inspiration 💛

[@ivvnvvi]

i dont understand how his PENCIL lines are THAT SHARP

[@kelogsloops]

hahhaa i told you guys!!! i'm hella nitpicky

[@kayleighgalea]

IFKR

[@ruth540]

A sharpener

[@YaburuRunyaru]

if you've ever seen a .3 mechanical pencil, it is drool worthy :L

[@Annie-bj3tf]

I V A N 0.5 lead measures for click pens make the job!

[@kelogsloops]

I wanna hear from you guys! Do you listen to music when you create stuff, does it inspire you in any way? If anything, what do you guys listen to? For me, I ALWAYS listen to music, and most of the time I listen to slower songs when I paint, but there are times when even something like EDM can inspire something! Then the next piece, I might listen to something mellow. Right now though, I'm listening to a track by EISU & Enluv, "Just Friends" as I'm working on a new piece :)

[@garrettsmith7527]

i listen to classical jazz piano or lofi hip hop music.. even though you didnt really ask what inspires us.. i felt like sharing that recently ive been inspired by the living water in moana

[@kelogsloops]

i love lofi hip hop omg!

[@garrettsmith7527]

I KNOW RIGHT!!!

[@jessicaurr]

I always listen to music. I just hit shuffle and a wide variety of genres play

[@katenaru]

I can listen anything from someone talking about an art topic or music of any kind I paint whatever comes to my mind or an idea that I see in what is surrounding me and reminds me of my character

[@Bonbonshi]

you are the person who whispers his emotions to the paper.

[@Fingers990]

LMAO I've been following you on instagram and I've been addicted to your "will it peel" series on your story 😂

[@kelogsloops]

oh believe me, there'll be plenty more of that! WE'RE ONLY UP TO SEASON 1

[@Vexx]

Amazing video ! 🙏🏼

[@kawsarkeyan9258]

Omg I saw this comment now it's you vexx

[@kaeri7390]

This channel is really under appreciated....

[@raleighstewart3506]

Glad I’m not the only one who listens to the same music on repeat - it absolutely keeps me in a consistent mindset - otherwise jarring music changes would create chaos in my head and affect the work

[@janayahlaurelle9441]

Raleigh Stewart I agree, one time I did a painting and listened to all of Billie Eilishs songs about two or three times and I’m not a huge fan of her, but it really helped me stay in the same mindset throughout the whole painting and I never even thought about it like that until now.

[@boblyith]

@@janayahlaurelle9441 I like your choice of music... I can't listen to the same music over and over cuz I might go insane, I dunno, it's just how my brain works!

[@ljben5405]

the only problem with that for me is that once I listen to it like 100 times I get sick of it

[@mars-eg9wi]

Kelogsloops gets way less credit than they should, their art's absolutely beautiful, and they put so much damn effort into each beautiful painting, I can only wish that I had that profession, and I'm so proud and happy that they show us their art, we don't deserve. Thank you so much for the help Kelogsloop's, you've helped me improve every day and I REALLY appreciate all you're hard work.

[@auroradotpng]

for real

[@ReemAlhalyan]

So I watched this video last night. I've been struggling with putting the art concepts that I think of in my mind, down on paper. And I remembered your style and way of working and I clicked on this video. This is now the next day and I HAD to come back and leave a comment. Because watching this just unlocked something in me, in my process. Imogen's song is one of my favorites and I really wanted to sit down and listen to it, but I ended up listening to a song that has recently been my go to when i want to quiet down everything. The song is Exhale by Sabrina Carpenter. everything started to pour out of me, I had a notebook and a pencil and just let the ideas flow. I'm happy to say I've got my concept down and I am excited to bring it to life. Thank you for sharing this process. It was EXTREMELY helpful to me.

[@MalamikArt]

Such a beautiful way to visually describe the oasis we build for ourselves internally. xo

[@MichealFair]

Beautiful my friend 😂

[@seraphblade2597]

The gold leaf and metallic accents bring a whole new dimension to your artwork, they’re so beautiful!

[@ivygraye]

That amazing in tune falsetto singing at 1:06 thooooooo 😂

[@deaviin3214]

Honestly there's nothing more refreshing than hearing another artist speak about being a perfectionist and nitpicky and how they cope with the difficulties that come with this kind of attitude. Your work is absolutely stunning and I thoroughly respect and appreciate the patience and thoughtfulness that you put in each of your pieces.

[@deaviin3214]

ALSO PEELPORN

[@killiankonzett5749]

Your art is just amazing. When I look on beautiful paintings I think, wow that's nice. But your artworks are just mindblowing.

[@khenkhenn]

It’s actually has been a year of me procrastinating about trying to start using watercolor. The reason why it’s been a long time is because I’m afraid of trying something new because I’ve been too comfortable at just sketching. There’s always that feeling of giddiness bc I’ve always wanted to use watercolor but then again there’s always this worry that I would not be able to get out of my comfort zone, that I wouldn’t be good enough at using watercolor. But you’ve actually inspired me to start using watercolor and not be afraid of getting out of my comfort zone because that’s how we learn to better ourselves so thank you so much🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@jaymin1573]

Dude I can’t. You’re so talented I’m screaming.

[@sweetlotus6712]

Music usually keeps me in...the creative mood. The rhythm of it releases all the creative juices in my brain and lets me think of compositions and ideas for when I'm drawing, especially sketching. Not to mention that I love listening to people talk about a specific subject and I listen to them as if I were with them in person. Just like in this video, I was sketching a piece while listening to you speak of your process. That's pretty much it!

[@StartArtSmart]

You are one of the BEST watercolor Artist. I've seen so far... Wow!

[@jayecandiceramintas2623]

Music and drawing is what makes it whole in a different level!

[@alex00rs]

hope one day you will publish your own artbook

[@mayleespann4552]

I was honestly encouraged as an artist to hear how the art you were exposed to growing up shaped your style. I’ve just never been particularly comfortable with doing sharp lines, and sometimes I feel bad about it. But considering the art I grew up with (e.g. Alan Lee’s work) my style makes sense! Thanks for sharing

[@rflowers360]

Omg the peel porn at the end! Just haah. 😌

[@kelogsloops]

hahaha it isn't a kelogsloops video until theres #peelporn!!!

[@asashiyamada6482]

That's the best part of the entire video!

[@juliai3956]

I usually listen to something that matches the feeling of what I'm painting. Bouncy music for cartoons, peaceful music for landscapes, hard music for action scenes, etc. Love your work, btw. And it was definitely insightful to watch the process. Thanks!

[@percybolt22]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO DUDE! I'm a novice using watercolor and I have you to thank for inspiring me to try the medium (Thank you lol).I 've been trying to come up with an appropriate work flow for the longest while so this definitely helps loads!! Thank you so much!

[@bulkeh]

I adooooore Gustav Klimt. I have since I was a wee one--I got a book filled with his work, really beautiful color photos, for $6 at a clearance sale when I was 10 years old, and it started an obsession that has never faded. Your art sparked the same "ooooh" feeling I get when I look at Klimt's work, which is why I had to click on your thumbnail. I do listen to music when I create! I feel like music bypasses logical structures and other limiting factors, which is essential for accessing creativity.

[@AoiNoStar]

Thumbnails Sketchbook Flip Through! :D

[@kelogsloops]

A HUNDRED TIMES YESSSS!!!

[@ivygraye]

YESSSSS

[@kaantarhan4675]

Listening to a song on repeat to stay in the right mood for a painting hits the exact right tone for me! Completely agree, I do it all the time!

[@blablablah12d]

I usually dont listen to music when i draw, just because i constantly found myself distracted with all the noise. For me drawing in absolute silence ( usually in the night) is the best way for me to draw.

[@mystlady85]

isabella i absolutely agree. In every way possible.

[@Capristar]

The aesthetic that you bring into your paintings has always been so inspiring to me

[@zion6570]

i listen to music for everything, literally when im reading, writing a story, drawing, painting, sometimes even on repeat just to keep that same mood going as i do so, relateable hahaha

[@CiarraStebbins]

Beautiful painting! Yes! I pretty much always listen to music when I work. It helps me focus and block out the rest of the world. Just like you said-it also helps to inspire ideas and pieces for me! Half the time though, the music will kind of fade away when I get into the zone, but it’s nice to still have the rhythm of it playing in the back of my mind.

[@nahianhoque44]

The finish product looks sooo good and creative ❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍

[@chor2336]

You know that "pure magic" thing you felt? Thats exactly how i feel about your art. I came across one of your pieces on Tumblr and I was só amazed, i was really sad that i couldnt find the artist att that time. But now, suddenly i find this vídeo. Your are makes me feel like i am looking into a mirror thats able to reflect my soul, and thats wonderful. You inspire me, and I hope to be able to do the same to other people one day.

[@blackswanvante]

Even the Artists words from the article excerpt is art wow what a well spoken and talented person The little painting/sketch is better than anything I would make 😭

[@sagesnape8416]

So interesting that this piece can mean many things. For me, I instantly thought of myself being protected within my comfort zone of silence, with outside noise being blocked from entering. I am someone who _despises_ noise; I can't even listen to music for too long (which is the exact opposite meaning of this piece, yet I still feel relevant to it, ya know?), I can barely watch TV, my nightmares consist of just background noises, and I hate human voices in particular in any scenario. I live in a quiet suburb area for this reason, and I felt the familiar comfort I feel in total silence when I saw this artwork, which has never happened before because my washing machine is running, and my severe irritability was momentarily suspended. Thank you. Your piece connects to people in different ways and has a thousand different meanings. You sir, are a true artist.

[@Michelleaneous_]

I'm doing GCSE art and your videos really help me so much! I loved the gold leaf metallic idea and the execution was immaculate! I tend to listen to music when I do my own art and it inspires me so much however we have to have a reference for every single little detail in my art course which makes it horrible to do fantasy art which is wat I tend to be inspired with

[@MariaKarita]

This video helps my artblock a lot. Or not artblock, I have been afraid to pick up art again for about four years.. I had a huge depression and after I got well again I went from drawing/painting almost everyday for 23 years to hardly draw at all, I have been doing at most two complete drawings a year after that time. I am and have always been a perfectionist. Thinking it is all in one go or nothing, and my fear of failing is so big and have grown bigger! I watch other videos and they mostly stars with the lineart which is already perfected. And watching your actual process helps a lot. The way you have a sketchbook and then process over trying varies of ways, and palettes. Thank you!

[@mariakellner2221]

I love working with goldleaf also ,masking fluid ,most people don't realize it's a glue ,it has a shelf life ,like you i learned the hard way ,if I use it now i always test it on a scratch piece of paper ,the same as what I will paint on,tfs this gorgeous piece,i listen to music sometimes.

[@MichealFair]

Good❤❤

[@izellahkramer2785]

I listen to music as well when I draw or paint. listening to music makes me fantasize and create stories in my head that I later want to work out. I listen to all genres as they give me all different ideas, take me into different worlds. I really like watching your progress and as always your art stays amazing!

[@DrAdnan]

Wow this was brilliant work. I wish I could paint like this.

[@8.9views84]

Literally every single time I draw, paint , watercolor I ALWAYS LISTEN TO MUSIC! It just inspires so so so much. Its great

[@bittersweetmax]

this was so therapeutic and inspiring to watch! really, thank you for sharing your creations and your process with us. 💛

[@kay8791]

I not often listen to music, but when I found track exactly about mood of my piece, listening it is such exciting! That's what I mostly love

[@mariluna2686]

I love your paintings, I want to learn to paint but I'm so lazy, I have watched your tutorials already and I learned a lot but have yet to look for my own paint styling. I draw animes! I listen to classical music when I draw, it keeps me focused and let my brain or thoughts relax and aligned (?)

[@reannaarakua38]

I 100% listen to music when i draw, paint, design, sew and build. I also completely agree that listening to music while creating helps to maintain the same headspace, especially if the artwork is inspired by sound but i also think it helps to translate sound into a visual. i think your work is really cool. thank you for sharing!

I love this SO much!! The video concept, the painting, the voiceover - EVERYTHING!! I know exactly what you mean with the fear of that at first brush stroke/line on the paper 😂😂🙈 Keep up the good work! Super inspiring!

[@anoshaanwar1143]

Your story telling is so soothing ... and the painting is oddly satisfying . Peaceful process to even witness.

[@garrettsmith7527]

damn ive missed you... its been so long

[@kelogsloops]

I'M SORRY!! I've been trying to get videos out, but I've been so flat out bombarded with all these pieces i've had to make for shows, I've even somehow managed to injure my hands :'(

[@christineingram55]

WOW..just stunning..the article in the magazine does not do her justice..your work is beautiful as well as intricate ,I loved the gold leaf and the addition of the gold lines which were perfect,had they have been heavy it would not have been right..You told the story beautifully there was no need for words 😀

[@MichealFair]

Long time my friend

[@ivvnvvi]

UR MY ROLE MODEL

[@kelseychurch539]

I listen to music every time I am either painting or drawing because it inspires me and helps me focus on my artwork and lets me zone out and help form the ideas in my head and put them on the paper.

[@wiggy5700]

Can you do a tutorial on the initial line drawing? I’m ok at abstract form water colour, but rubbish at drawing and thus actual objects. I would rather paint actual objects or landscapes.

[@rmb3211]

Thank you for sharing your process. Your work is so ethereal and delicate. Stunning! I find reassurance in the fact that I'm not the only one nervous about masking fluid! And yes - I do listen to music. I usually put one song on a loop and listen to it over and over while I work before switching to another song. This is meditative to me. The song blends into the background and I'm able to focus on painting. Thank you again for your videos!

[@julianazhou1403]

Kinda a dumb question, how do you make the gold leaves adhere?

[@swathymk7105]

Juliana Zhou I wanna know too!

[@robinmaine2052]

Special gold leaf glue that you had with a brush, it need to "dry" 10-20 mins then you put the gold leaf over it and only stays where the glue was, so with the brush you can do different shapes

[@andresgarrido11]

i love listening to flamenco (south spain traditional music) while painting, it gets you into a great mystic mood!!

[@akriteepathak5779]

I am dying to know which song you use for your outro Please please I beg you

[@lyss.akemi.tattoo]

I love love love all your work. Amazing job! So beautiful!!!

[@Cheeso888]

"I was awake at some crazy hour...6 am." Goddamn kids.

[@AmandaWiley]

I feel the same tie between music and art. I so often find inspiration in a song, or sometimes an album, and I will listen to it on repeat the entire time I'm creating. Some may think it will get old listening to songs on repeat, but I can listen to them for hours, days, and weeks until the piece is done. I'm so excited to hear someone have a similar connection and process!

[@arthurkui6667]

what is the music at the end

[@rainbowxwolf]

You sir are an amazing watercolor and general artist. I am just overwhelmed by your beautiful paintings! :)

[@sansvillz4467]

#AlwaysOnYTSquad

[@kelogsloops]

I LOVE THIS SQUAD !!!

[@clairescribner4102]

I loved seeing your process and had to listen to Hide And Seek on repeat and dramatic dance around the living room with my toddler afterwards! That was a good time so, thank you! Her and I also went to see that show with Klimt in SF and I was also crazy inspired- even though I knew his work from photographs, I stood in front of that plaster wall for like 15 minutes in complete aww as if understanding him and what he was trying to do in a whole new way. It was spiritual, for lack of a better word. I just came across the brochure for the show in an old sketchbook yesterday so this video feels especially poignant. Thanks for sharing and helping inspire me!

[@katenaru]

When i paint is always kinda messy and sketchy sometimes I do neat lines and end with a softer/smooth result When I really REALLY focus while painting​ the music that I listen ends and I always end in silence 😅😂

[@Mighty_Mae]

Yes I do. Like you, it puts me in my own space and music just allows my creations to flow. There was one time though that I listened to an audio book while working on a class project. I had to create a piece in relation to the book, so listening to it helped and also influenced the piece a lot

[@Ianthe22]

I think he overdid it with his perfectionism. The lines were right, but he did it so squeaky clean, that it became concept art. He even describes it clearly at the end 8.56. It's a shame, for me atleast. On the other note about music while working on art: If i know for sure what i am gonna make, then yes. And or else, during, exploring, sketching, competitive setups it varies a lot. Because even though there are music that fits what i will work with it, there is no music that fits 100% to the work. So, depending on how long the work is, it will require many stops or replays. It does take some attention now and then. If turn on music that i use as "fuel" to work with, it both gets me "going" and also burns my energy up faster. It can help me get going for hours, but i feel like over 8-17 hours or more, it does drain a lot of energy. I usually then have two options: end it with some music and then go to rest or sleep with some music in running. If i sleep with the music running it keeps, i usually wake up some hours in. It helps me keep feelings and thoughts on where i have reached with the work.

[@nadiam.8029]

I was 15 seconds into the video when I subscribed... it happens rarely but your style, the way you explain things really convinced me to binge watch your channel

[@pheapchin]

what type of inks do you use? the metallic ones

[@WaterBendingMaster07]

I NEED TO KNOW AS WELL WTF. THEY LOOK LIKE THE COLIRO METALLIC SHADES

[@isisyanqi]

I think he said it's acrylics

[@loganandrews4378]

Simply beautiful. Music and art go hand to hand. Beautiful.

[@arielcalvert]

that one dislike was an accident

[@mattakubodimasen10]

OMG I HAVE BEEN FOLLOWING YOUR TUMBLR FOR MONTHS BUT NEVER KNEW YOU HAD A KZbin CHANNEL!!! THANK GOD THIS WAS IN MY RECOMMENDATION!!

[@christina1553]

yup... i liked my own comment lol

[@bitemefox9102]

It's good to pat your own back every now and then!

[@viaval1648]

Couldn't relate more to what you've said abt repeating music over and over while painting a piece!! It really sets the mood for me too

[@ArtistJane]

I listen about 98% of the time to music. I channel my art through it and use it as a tool to capture a mood. I adore watching your videos, as your process and techniques are fascinating. Your art is hypnotic and intriguing. Thanks for sharing!

[@norayogini]

I genuinely LOVE your tutorials here on youtube. As a newbie to watercolors, and I aim only to do it for my own pleasure, I find them so inspiring, and helpful. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!

[@Millemmia]

I really appreciate how honest you are!

[@-seanobi-]

Thank you for bringing up the music on repeat process🙌🏾❤. It definetly helps to keep the mood i need for what im working on.

[@bluerthanblue_1565]

never stopped saying WOW while watching the whole video thank you man

[@dragonk9048]

Music has been a massive influence on my art ever since I can remember! It really helps w getting into the mood of ur art and it helps me relate to the piece a little more personally

[@afreena3574]

Sometimes I come back to this video when I feel uninspired or lonely because each word you say makes so much sense and it all just brings me back to the point of why i'm here and why I want to be here. How I've gotten this far. thank you for such a nice video! and thank you inspiring me.

[@nataliafernandez8644]

ugh love the new video! so pleasing to the eye and the effort with the thumbnails is amazing. I just grab my speaker and blast music to whatever I'm obsessed with at the moment. It just loosens you up and makes you go with the flow.

[@oardi]

I really love the atmosphere, the gold color in contrast with the dark colors and as well as the gradients in these little master pieces

[@ayleesier2831]

I like to listen to music when drawing or painting because it gets me into the right mood and helps me focus on what I am doing. The music I listen to usually always reflects what I want to show in my work

[@sagehankey9151]

I get the whole listening to a song on repeat while working thing. A ton of the art/writing I do is based on music and so I listen to a lot of songs over and over. I have this one song that I listen to on a loop if I'm writing or painting something because I just know it so well that it drowns out everything around me so I can concentrate. (Love your art btw!)

[@PoppyPatternsPDF]

I love listening to music while I draw or paint. It made me laugh to hear you say that you listen to a song on repeat because I do that too, lol, it sounds crazy but it’s THE best way to keep the same mood in your style. I also really enjoyed listening to your commentary on this video. ❤️

[@estefaniacastillo2322]

Love love love your work. I'm a beginner and your videos inspires me a lot. Thank you so much @kelogsloops I love listening to music because keeps me company and take me to another atmosphere.

[@moonlitnight2372]

While painting I always listen to flute or piano instrumental, I seem to get more inspiration from music with alot of emotion. Thankyou for sharing your artwork, it gives me and most likely alot of other people the determination to keep on putting creativity on canvas.

[@nekoeyes]

I haven't painted with watercolors in so long, seeing you has inspired to paint again. Thank you.

[@francofilliart6381]

That was beautiful! The way you talked about how music influences the whole process and your mind, as well as listening to a song on repeat to savour the feeling/mood. This was truly brilliant.

[@purppurp]

why was i not subscribed earlier? you are so inspiring! just when i was losing hope and stopped creating this is the push and motivation i needed. not intimidating at all, pure motivation. You are a remarkable artist and i aspire to be as creative and confident as you!

[@artualpseu3691]

I recognized Larriva's art from any where. AND I love your work, you are another great artist in the world that makes watercolor art something amazing and you take watercolor art to the next level

[@juulrikkers424]

I totally get that feel as when i'm listening music looking at the piece, I do listen while drawing and painting, because music is the most inspiring thing for me & the thing that keeps me company during all the hours alone at my desk 💫 I can ultimately enjoy those hours

[@juulrikkers424]

Also, I think this video is finally pulling me out of my damn art block (art blocks are so evil, guess I should get up at 6am for inspo? Hahaha)

[@dreendreen1137]

Your words always inspire me to get back to painting,I lose motivation constantly and thats lead me to inconsistent progress. Thank you!

[@dopehat868]

Wow how fascinating! I’ve been sketching portraits since I was a little child and only now am I looking to paint. Hearing a passionate artist explain their process so elegantly is incredibly beautiful and inspiring. I also feel calm just hearing you in your creative zen state. Man I love art!!❤️❤️❤️

[@Piiruru]

I absolutely love all your paintings and admire how much effort is put into each painting.

[@mexivenus3173]

I used to always listeb to different types of music whike I draw. It helps me add more detail and feel more interested in the drawing. I just love your drawings and paintings. They always put me in a creative mood

[@starlightxxxxx]

I admire you and your work soooo much. You have NO clue!! Your art is just so so gorgeous and this piece especially made me happy. Especially the peel and the brushing of the gold leaf towards the end, loved it. Loved it all!! You're amazing!!!

[@lilytealatte8927]

I can’t NOT listen to music, it’s my whole source of inspiration and the only way to really encapsulate myself into this artistic mindset. Like a bubble of creativity!

[@minerallux362]

You make me so happy. I had lost any inspiration for drawing a long time ago, and thought that I can't draw anything that would make me proud again like before. Thankyou now I am inspired.