How I Paint Watercolour Greetings Cards To Sell, You Try.

[@exquisitelyelizabeth6531]

Wow. I love your art. thank you for sharing❤

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thank you so much 😀

[@ladyhecate9450]

Thanks so much about how one would go about creating watercolor cards. It was very informative and gives this mere beginner some ideas. Thank you for the time you took for demonstrating.

[@KuroiHato69]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate this tutorial!

[@rosemaryclark610]

It's a great idea. I did that while recuperating from surgery and gave them as little thank you gifts for people who came to visit or ones who brought meals. They really appreciated the personal touch.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Rosemary Clark Its a great idea also if people have limited space. Happy painting :)

[@marthiescholer4565]

Great idea

[@berylrose3213]

Love your ideas for painting these Cards. I have M.E. and cannot paint For too long at a time. So these are Great. Thank you God Bless

[@tracyheath6076]

People including myself love original painted cards .... This is an excellent idea !!!! Thank you !!!

[@doreenlorenzo2501]

Just found your channel.I haven't done water colors in yrs. You've inspired me.Thankyou from America.

[@HomewithNadineFlorida]

This is was very helpful. I appreciate you taking the time to do this.

[@gbenother8755]

Hello-- I recently found your KZbin channel and after viewing a couple of your videos, subscribed and watched a few more. I really like your style, your approach, and your commentary. You are performing an invaluable service for aspring watercolorists, and it is very much appreciated.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Gbe Nother Thank you for your thoughtful comments. I pleased if others can gain something from my videos, I remember learning myself it was a long hard road. Now KZbin is hear you can learn pretty much anything if you have the desire. thanks again :)

[@marycaloiaro7253]

Just lovely!!! I loved all of the small paintings. I especially loved the Christmas snow scene. I learn much from your videos and really appreciate your sharing with all of us. I also have made cards ,but doing them the way you have all on one sheet of paper is a Great idea. Thanks. Now if I could learn to paint as good as you I'll be really happy!!!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Mary Caloiaro Thanks Mary like most things worth doing its just practice, practice ,practice! I really enjoy doing the cards too its fun and relaxing you see results very quickly. Thanks for posting and please keep watching.

[@junewithers6283]

Hi, love the tutorial, I've been struggling with watercolours for years, yet never quite seem to get it 'right'. You make it look so easy and your cards are wonderful, I'll definitely be trying to paint some, thank you for helping others with your knowledge and demonstrations :)

[@tillygirl56]

Really good one. Thanks Patrick. I love making watercolor cards. People love getting them too. Like a gift and a greeting at the same time.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

tillygirl56 Watercolour cards are great fun for some reason they always look good seems hard to mess up! Do you sell yours?

[@tillygirl56]

I do, sometimes I just cut a little jewel out of a bad painting. The small part that really worked. I use deckle scissors, double stick tape and stick them to blank cards. They look great!

[@daveb123138]

tillygirl56

[@nancyangelwolf]

@@tillygirl56 That's a great idea. I'm a perfectionist, so I often am not satisfied with my art but I can usually find something within a painting that I am pleased with.

[@marceymanning9059]

Thanks for the idea. I have loads of photos from various places I've lived that would make good little paintings. I also like how you mention that this is great practice. I need more practice painting.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Marcey Manning Its good to have lots of reference photos when the weather is bad or i am not feeling like going out painting, out come my reference photos . Happy painting and feel free to ask questions any time :)

[@sanjayprasadku80]

Your paintings are so beautiful, specially the small ones meant for greetings cards

[@carolekratzke1892]

I painted all my Christmas cards last year,think I got 4 out of A3 size paper.I was really pleased with the results.It's a great idea,lots of good practice too.Now about to look at more of your tuition,thank you.

[@richardazone]

Thank you Patrick, I've pressed for time lately and have not touched my Watercolors. This inspired me to get at it and paint. Thank you.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

richard zone Hi Richard I'm pleased you feel inspired let me know how you get on. What sort of things do you like to paint?

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

How to paint watercolour greetings cards to sell. facebook.com/PureWatercolour

[@frederickmorley5894]

Pure Watercolour Patrick Ley-Greaves

[@mandymandyshu2738]

hey Patrick, thanks very much for the video again, i just made my first watercolor landscape after i paint the ocean scene with your tour,and just want to let you know your video is encourage me a lot with my own work, apart from i am learning new skill from them , after i see how you paint your picture i am less nervous about making mistakes or ruining my pictures, in the end of the day every mistake is a step toward to the best one :) thanks

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+mandy Mandy shu You have the right attitude Mandy, mistakes = learning and that must be good. Thank you for your comment :)

[@JessicaCinNY]

I love your little paintings! Could you do a demo of the upper left painting sometime? It looks like the trees are framing some kind of pond or field. I'm a sucker for little things and miniatures so anytime you want to do more demos of these little paintings, I'd love to see them. Thanks!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

JessicaCinNY I will do a more in-depth video on card paintings shortly Jessica. Thanks for your positive comment :)

[@patriciabrander237]

I make lots of cards and find they are much appreciated. Only sometimes do I set out to paint a card. More often they are made from cropped sketches and experiments which would otherwise be consigned to the bin. I find it liberating to know that I'm not wasting expensive paper or paints, and as a last resort there are always the backs!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

I should have added that in the video cropped sketches work well as cards. Watercolour paper being so very expensive we don't want to waste anything!

[@cotswoldsretreat5670]

Thank you for sharing this idea Patrick. Even if we don't produce mini masterpieces that can be sold at least it affords a good opportunity to practice.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Cotswolds Retreat Hi, Pleased to see you have a reply link now :) I'm sure with a bit of practice you could be selling yours if you wanted. Look forward to seeing your work at some point.

[@cotswoldsretreat5670]

Patrick Ley-Greaves I managed to trawl through the various settings and found what it was that was stopping anyone from replying to my comments. It wasn't obvious by any means!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Cotswolds Retreat Thats great you got it sorted. I saw on youtube its common problem.

[@Voohoooo]

Hi .. I like your idea of painting cards and presentation.. great art..trying to do the same..thanks

[@dinahsoar6982]

I love thee. There are some easel and frame dies available for use in a manual die cutting machine. That might be a nice presentation too and they could be display by the receiver because of the easel.

[@judyweigl9604]

Hello, I have just found your channel. I love your style, your tutorials, and your approach to your work. Also, you remind me of my stint in England. I miss it very much. Thank you for these.

[@susancollins6181]

Really enjoyed the video I must try this haven't painted for a while .I have all the materials I need just needed some inspiration thank u sue

[@engelinasimmons4686]

Great ideas ... love your cards ... you make it look all so do able Many thanks.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Engelina Simmons Thats the good thing it is all so do able. Thanks for all your comments :)

[@JEHomestead]

Lovely watercolors! I am just learning to paint with watercolor's and just found your channel and subscribed:) TFS. Judy

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

you won't regret learning to paint in watercolor. If you want to learn more join me at Purewatercolour.com and join in the forum where you can upload your work for critique, take part in my watercolor tutorials. Hope to see you there!

[@Outandaboutwithpoggy]

I can imagine you sitting outside the Mermaid on the sea wall in St Marys , enjoying a pint with your Pochade box in hand, last time there was 2001 doing botany forays, very interesting video, I"ll give it a go, thanks for sharing , Mike

[@francoisederocher]

I do that too, for birthdays and special occasions. More fun , and faster, than going looking for a gift and everyone really likes them .

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Francoise de Rocher I do the same can save a small fortune - my mum loves them then should we I'm her son !!!

[@patriciaharris2896]

Thank you so much Patrick, very useful information I might try this!

[@CraftingMyWorld]

Really love this idea - and I love your paintings! Newest subscriber and looking forward to viewing more of your videos :-) Thanks so much!

[@VynilNostalgia3018]

That is a lovely idea. Thanks for sharing!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

mario.fine.art Your welcome Mario, thanks for taking the time to drop by and commenting.

[@sharonlabarge4115]

Thank you Patrick, I was looking for a project for myself and grand daughter, this is perfect.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Sharon LaBarge Hi Sharon thank for you comment. Your right its a great project to do along side children also. Have fun and should you need extra info you can contact me here or at my website www.purewatercolour.com or Facebook facebook.com/PureWatercolour

[@jwilson6315]

Hi there, do you buy A6 or A5 aperture cards if the A4 sheet you paint on is divided into 6 paintings. Can you please tell me where I can buy the cards you buy? Loving your tutorials and the compositions you have chosen to paint. Thank you

[@Bearwithme560]

It's a bit of a shame when KZbinrs don't go back to answer questions from the past. I also wanted to know how he glued the pieces on/in. And l can't find aperture cards in our largest Canadian craft store.

[@livinglifeinthenorth8512]

Thanks for sharing your talent! What poundage is your paper when making cards? Thanks

[@tsansbr]

Magníficos tutoriales. Muchas gracias.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

tsansbr Muchas gracias por tu comentario . Me complace que haya disfrutado :)

[@marilynjenner]

thank you for showing me this...I do make my own cards but your way is easier.. :-)

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Your welcome Marilyn i am pleased the video helps.

[@saylonee]

Lovely! :) Some really great tips and techniques there! Thank you :)

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

saylonee HI, I'm please you found some value in the video thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@AeriolNicols]

thank you Patrick. These are great. Do you use a full sheet divided or a half sheet

[@SharonCullenArt]

Nice little paintings. Where do you find your round cut out cards?

[@crystalheart9]

How lovely! Thank you for the demo:)

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Your weclome thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@garymcguire8529]

Loved the video and learnt something, thanks.

[@marilynchandler5511]

You are amazing and inspirational....thank you

[@barbaragemin5117]

Great idea. That's my next project! Thanks Patrick! I just need to get the ideas ( can't make things up but need reference pics)

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thanks Barbara, there good fun to paint and a good way of making original art affordable. Thanks for commenting.

[@CynthiaTrombley-jz9dh]

When mailing someone one of my handpainted cards I always apply cold wax to it so it won't be destroyed if it should happen to get wet in transit. I was thinking of applying a thin film of wax by ironing a piece of waxed paper over them to seal them. I imafine that would do just the same and be much less expensive. Any thoughts? Do you wax yours?

[@sandramorrow1620]

what a great idea I think I will try that some time soon thanks for that I am always watching your videos

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Sandra Morrow HI Sandra give it ago lots of fun and they can be good sellers too :)

[@anni50ful]

I live in Cornwall and have started to exhibit my work , I find I have to drop my prices at craft fairs etc . The art group I belong to exhibit our work once a year in a gallery where my painting sell at triple the price of the craft fairs so I know its not that my paintings are rubbish ..life is strange .. Maybe card making is the way to go for me ..

[@lizzy9975]

Maybe just sell at the gallery and ditch the art fairs?

[@a.humphries8678]

Love this video. Where do you sign it, ir present it to be original art? Also, do you stretch the paper? Thanks.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

I just put PLG on my cards. I never stretch the paper for cards I don’t feel It’s necessary.

[@shakespeare4117]

Thanks Patrick. Looking forward to the course. I'm not on Facebook - I don't understand it either, and as for Twitter?!???

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Chris Alves It will be good to have you along Chris. The platform that is hosting my course seems pretty straight forward so far so accessing the course should be pretty plain sailing!

[@impish22]

Can you show how you attache the painting and frame to the cardstock?

[@__Salty]

7 years later ... Sub and a like , and Thank you.

[@dianejarvis270]

Hi, I really love this video and have subscribed to your channel. Please can you advise me the best way to get started in using watercolours? I am an absolute beginner. Many thanks.

[@BushcraftOnFire]

Question Patrick... DO you sign your paintings? Or do you put your address or contact info on the back of the card in case people want to order more paintings from you? Thanks in Advance

[@shereentimmerman4164]

Love you watercolor palette, might you know who makes if?

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Hi Shereen its called the Liz Deakin pallet nice deep mixing wells highly recommended.

[@shereentimmerman4164]

Awesome! Thanks so much

[@rachelgaughan99]

Do you put any kind of setting spray on your paintings? I'm concerned my paintings may be damaged or the colours may bleed in transit!

[@toffee6438]

hi patrick i like the idea of making your own cards, were would i purchase these cards. thanks. love your work and explanations...

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

jeff Lewis I bought the blank cards from a company in the Uk called craft creations. www.craftcreations.com/ then I just paint the pictures on ordinary watercolour paper and put inside the card. Hope that helps.

[@lindaknox9908]

What is your name? I don’t see it anywhere. Charming cards.

[@JudiChristopher]

.... OH, I like the bigger card, too, mounted on the Greeting Card... How much is 9 pounds? You have no idea how much I appreciate your help... ;)

[@sanjayprasadku80]

Please use Google to find out how much 9 pounds is...

[@barbararivera2380]

excellent. Thank you

[@rosemaryclark610]

I have a question about copyright. If we paint your lessons, are we allowed to sell them without infringing on your copyright? I know we can't paint your work exactly, but I want to be fair and honest.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Rosemary Clark Thanks for asking Rosemary. There is no problem with you or anyone else re-painting my images. I must say I'm flattered you want to :)

[@susanmurdoch]

@@PatrickLeyGreaves thank you your very kind

[@sanjayprasadku80]

@@PatrickLeyGreaves You are very kind

[@gillianbc]

Also remember that if you want to sell your cards for profit (UK), you need to register via HMRC www.gov.uk/working-for-yourself?step-by-step-nav=01ff8dbd-886a-4dbb-872c-d2092b31b2cf

[@classicartfoundation639]

@@gillianbc sod the VAT man

[@bolton544]

i love your videos!!!!!!!!!!!!! : )

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thanks Janet for your positive comment.

[@jude1515]

I love where the edges are natural without the border. Do you varnish your cards to seal them?

[@mikel4510]

Good lighting - what are you using?

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

nothing more than daylight. The camera I use deals with the light very well. Cannon G7x mk2

[@valquitral8342]

Just discovered your art. Love it but what happened to your FB?

[@Beba_Danja.]

Not heard well - what was the yellow that you picked for the beach color? Thanks in advance!

[@rs5570]

He said lemon yellow I believe.

[@mercyvasq]

Great ideas thank you

[@carolkd4018]

Not only did I learn about making these little masterpieces, but also a couple of English words to think about.... and use to confuse other American English speakers: thrift (maybe I would know that if I lived near the sea...) and faff. Latter made me laff. 🙂

[@ola_bandola]

You sir, should start art streaming on Twitch!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Maybe I will give that a try. Thanks Ola.

[@lizzy9975]

Even back in 2015 - where are you buying mounts from for 50p????? Asking for a friend.......

[@stardust3349]

What paper do you use ?

[@bosechotka]

Sir, would you please tell me how you cover your painted card with plastic? What type of plastic material you use and how?

[@kimsargeant8126]

They look like acetate sleeves to me.

[@susannah1948]

Lovely

[@andreasart1417]

Fo how much do you sell your A6 cards?

[@cayuseHP]

thanks for the Inspiration ☆☆☆☆☆

[@danakolpin1289]

Are you greeting cards blank inside?

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Yes they are Dana :)

[@gulldaw272]

Where do you sell these?

[@ronatholl]

good lesson thanks

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

ronatholl Your welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@thisthat3538]

TYVM 4 sharing :) Hug

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

This& That Your welcome thanks for taking the time to comment :)

[@arlenemurphy804]

must try this!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+A Murphy Its fun give it a go and great practice, thank you for commenting :)

[@JudiChristopher]

This sooo good...Great information... question: I live here in the USA... how much is 5 pounds in American money? ... and what size is that card? >>> "Thank you" for a great tutorial and helping me to understand how to sell my greeting cards..

[@sanjayprasadku80]

Google can convert the pounds to the American money for you.Why not use Google and find out how much 5 or 9 or whatever pounds is in US dollars?

[@allahkabandaibneadam9841]

Thank u

[@TeylaDex]

Under 5£ a card and you still make money with it? Those cards are really expensive here and paper is also not free... where do you get those cards with envelopes and plastic envelope cheap enough to make actual money with that? And the shop you sell through doesn't want any money?

[@halibut1249]

Are you selling all rights in the artwork?? Including the buyer's right to reproduce and sell unlimited copies?? Might want to check if you're automatically protected by copyright law, or need to say something more, or don't care. Otherwise your artwork might go commercial at some greeting card company without any compensation to you, the original artist.

[@JudiChristopher]

9 quid? or 9 pounds? What is the difference... and how much is that in an American Money.... ? ... ;)

[@sanjayprasadku80]

Quid is a slang for pound. Why keep asking how much pounds are in American Money? Jusst use Google. It will tell you exactly how much it is in 'American money'...

[@rs5570]

@@sanjayprasadku80 Very annoying, I agree.

[@rs5570]

Are you for real?

[@sanjayprasadku80]

@@rs5570 She is for real and has never heard about Google

[@Dolfina36]

If you think that I would buy product that interfere with my pleasure of looking FIRST of it, you got to be kidding. I hate commercials putting in my face!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@rs5570]

What in God's name are you saying?

[@tracyheath6076]

People including myself love original painted cards .... This is an excellent idea !!!! Thank you !!!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Your welcome Tracey thanks for watching and commenting