How to Master Bob Ross Enchanted Falls Painting | Full Tutorial with Paul Ranson

[@powerfulalienhun9143]

good job keep it up!!!

[@PaulRansonArt]

I hope so! - Paul 😃😃

[@erfikayi968]

I've never met anyone as close to Bob Ross as you, my teacher. I'm proud and happy to be your virtual student, and I enjoy painting with you. You're so cheerful and full of positive energy."

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to know that my teaching brings joy and positivity to your painting journey. Keep creating! Paul 😃

[@Nani-e7g1t]

So beautiful ❤ it's very classic style

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you! 😊Alda - Have a lovely week - Paul 😃🥰😎

[@ericaf.8921]

Hi, Paul! I really love these videos you've been doing that feel like one-on-one painting classes. I hope you'll keep doing them! This week's video was a milestone for me: I've never liked any sepia painting before... Not even Bob's! *Gasp.*😂 But I liked your painting so much I've watched it three times already, and each time I watch it, I like it more! I love the orange highlights on all the trees and foliage. I love the extra little water sprays at the base of the waterfall. (Tell Terri thanks for the tip!) I loved the composition. I also loved that even though it was a gorgeous scene, it looked like something I could attempt! Thank you so much for the demonstration of how NOT to paint waterfalls! Up to this point, I was too scared to try painting one. But now I know that if I don't like the way it turns out, I can just scrape it off and start over! And I've figured out that I can do that for any other thing I paint, as well! Thanks for another great video! Loved the feels trip! Loved everything! Have a great week!

[@ericaf.8921]

*field trip 😅. Looking forward to your next video! Best wishes from Utah!

[@PaulRansonArt]

I truly appreciate your feedback! It means a lot to me that you’re finding inspiration in my videos. I’ll definitely pass your thanks to Terri too! Keep painting, and remember, every masterpiece starts with a few scrapes! 😃😍😎

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thanks! Can’t wait to drop the next video. Hope you’re having a blast in Utah! - Paul 😃

[@dagored100]

Wonderful painting..i really like this kind of videos.. thank you❤

[@PaulRansonArt]

Your welcome - hope to see you soon - Paul 😃

[@geezermann7865]

New subscriber here, glad to see this new vid.

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thanks Gman - pleased you enjoyed the video - lots more to come too - Paul 😃😎

[@sylvia2553]

Glad you mentioned use what brush suits ,because I feel more comfortable using the filbert instead of the one inch brush not for everything though ! This has been a great tutorial paul thank you , ok what's next ??? 😅😂🐈🐈‍⬛🐶

[@nemfyoutube3603]

Ya man, amazing classic. So clean and full. Well done

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the classic Bob Ross scene - Paul 😃😎

[@PaintingWithYovette]

Beautiful Paul, I love that warm color color. 💕 🤗

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you Yovette - I always though the original looked a little cool so pleased its hit a spot with you - big art hugs - Paul 🥰🥰

[@GelatinousBoy]

Thanks for yet another great tutorial, I'm definitely going to give this one a try

[@PaulRansonArt]

Sweet! Hope you have fun with it! Let me know how it goes! Paul 😃

[@Ron_DeForest]

You are truly an unbelievable artist. Soooo good.

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hey Ron - thanks a million - Paul 😃😎

[@WilliamHedison]

lovely picture love the brown colours as the seasons are on the change time to copy them and get out with the camera to take some ref photos for future use thanks again Paul for passing on your skills and advice 🤩

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you found my advice helpful. Best of luck with your photography; I’m sure you’ll capture some stunning shots! Best wishes - Paul 😃😎

[@srm8866]

Super nice painting, Paul. I simply dig this style of tutorial video, had a lotta fun watching! Hope to see more of these in the future. Meanwhile, thanks for all you do, and I hope that you have a great day and upcoming week ahead sir. Cheers, _(__9:09__ - intended or not, that was funny, HaHa!)_ 😂

[@PaulRansonArt]

I truly appreciate your feedback! It means a lot to know that you're enjoying the videos. I’ll keep the tutorials coming, and I hope your week is as awesome as your comment! BTW - thank you for the coffee! I'll drop it in the paint funds for future videos. Now what else can I get up to? I have an idea! See you soon - Paul 😃😎

[@sylvia2553]

Watched your tutorial live paul and I can't wait to give it a go I love the colours very apt for the 1st of September , also that Maple tree in your garden is a sight for sore eyes 👀 it's just gorgeous 🐈🐈‍⬛🐶🌳

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Sylvia - it's been a mad day and I'm finally settling down to do messages - so much for an early night! My maple is my seasonal barometer - bare branches turn lime green in spring and darken in summer. Giving way to russet reds and golden brown. Its the most colourful tree and I love it. Have fun with this painting - now whats next ... any idea ... oh I know ... 😊😋😉🥰

[@sylvia2553]

@PaulRansonArt it's a lovely Maple 🍁 tree 🌳 and it must give you so much pleasure watching it change with the seasons, I have a bay tree in a pot lol it's a poor specimen but the small birds seem to have fun in it 😀 the squirrels that visit don't even give it a second look ! Yes what is next for your easle paul 🤔 ? 🐈🐈‍⬛🐶

[@PaulRansonArt]

@@sylvia2553 Yes, its one of the best things I've ever planted. Its at the bottom of the garden ( wilderness 🤣) and I see it from my easel everyday. My less than pleasant neighbour hacked off a branch some time ago. But being a tree it just grew two new ones! Ha! Our garden is a wildlife haven and Henny sleeps out all summer. We call him Jungle Jim! All scruffy and covered in grass seeds and slug slime! But he likes it. Poppy cat looks on with incredulity! So life in the studio moves on and I must return to my easel. Have a great week - Paul

[@sylvia2553]

@PaulRansonArt there's always that not so nice appreciative person sad really they are missing so much beauty that nature has to offer , I threw loads of wildflower seeds around in march and I had a lovely display fingers crossed they pop back next year too ! My dog would love your garden she loves going off rd in the park she's old now but enjoys every minute of our adventures 😊 she loves one of my neighbours cats and looks for him every day they rub noses bless them haha 😄, back to painting I look forward to seeing what is on your Easle for Sunday, dosent time fly ? Too quickly I hear you say ! Enjoy the weather 😎 it's lovely in London today 🐈🐈‍⬛🐶

[@jackcasement2892]

Another beauty Paul. Well done

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thanks Jack - your websites looking good! Paul 😃

[@acaccholi]

Thank you Paul!

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you Andy - Paul 😃😎

[@danyelhudon458]

I loved this video and explanation very much so! Tky so much! It was very interesting! From Quebec in Canada 🇨🇦 😊

[@PaulRansonArt]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching all the way from Quebec! 🇨🇦 - Happy Painting - Paul😃

[@deloreslundgaard5967]

Beautiful ❤

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Delores - Thank you so much for your kind words! I really appreciate your support!🥰😃😎

[@carolgrandmaison9563]

Wonderful painting..truly enjoy watching you. Have tried a couple of your tutorials. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@PaulRansonArt]

I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying the tutorials! It's always a joy to share my passion for painting with others. Keep up the great work Carol - Paul 😃😎🥰

[@obviously_manu]

Another great Artwork! And a big thank you. I saw one of your Galaxy/nebula paintings and was amazed how easy you "teach" me such easy and great simple ideas for painting. Lovely greetings from a small Village in Germany 😊🖤 Love your Paintings man! 😊🖤

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hello to you in a small village in Germany 🥰🥰I hope paiting comes easily - even when its a struggle. I see my mistakes as an opertunity to practice my corrections. I fix things as easily as they go wrong. I've had a lot of practice! Happy Painting - Paul from a seaside town in England 😃😎🥰

[@الله_أكبر_2-8]

Seeing you draw makes me want to draw even though I can't draw.

[@PaulRansonArt]

Please give it a try. Just start with a simple thing maybe a tree! You see I didn't draw anything in my painting but I look at trees - so maybe just paint instead of being concerned with what you don't know - Paul 😃🥰😎

[@الله_أكبر_2-8]

@@PaulRansonArt You were right. Today I tried to draw a sunset. I didn't draw it well, but I tried. It was really fun, thank you for encouraging me to do this. I have now added a new hobby🦋🥀🫶🏻

[@user-kl2ss8zs1n]

❤❤❤❤

[@PaulRansonArt]

many thanks - Paul 🤗

[@Gloria-qy3dd]

Love the waterfalls,nice painting. Like the mixes

[@PaulRansonArt]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the waterfalls and the painting! There's something magical about mixing those elements together, isn't there?

[@Gloria-qy3dd]

@@PaulRansonArt absolutely precious

[@jgb5814]

Very nice !

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you very much!😃😎

[@tylersterling1786]

Yay!!! I've wanted to do this kind for a while! But the other one is an oval and I didn't feel like I could do that one. I'm so glad you found a way to do it in a rectangular style! I am totally going to follow along and do this one! Thanks so much!

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Tyler - yes, ovals were very much the in thing years ago but fell out of favour. It gives the whole scene a different feel for sure. Have fun painting your version of Bob's classic waterfall. Best wishes - Paul 😃😎

[@tylersterling1786]

@@PaulRansonArt As I'm getting ready to paint it I realize I don't know how to make the orange color you are using. Is there a way to make that from the standard colors or did you buy a specific orange? Also, is there another way to make the branches in the backdrop that doesn't require the linseed oil? This paint is just SO beautiful and I really want to try and make mine similar to yours.

[@PaulRansonArt]

@@tylersterling1786 the orange colour I mixed was Indian yellow and red. So experiment with what you have. I tend not to buy specific colours because it's easier to mix my own. You'll need some solvent to thin down the paint for those little branches, Bob would use a drop of thinners. Just be sure the paint is not too thin because the branches almost disappear. Hope this helps - paul

[@SRTW67]

Hi Paul! I’m so glad that I was able to catch the video today.(a bit later) I truly enjoyed watching again as if we were in your studio. So cozy! And of course, I learned so many great tips. I have also made Christmas brown- but not.. I used cad red light too. I do not know what water mixable red is available- that would be a perfect match to BR bright red. I’m curious if you know any good water mixable oil brand that is good besides Windsor Newton Artisan. Very limited in colors. I love the effects that the Christmas brown makes on your painting. Thank you for showing the correct method of holding the fan and strokes needed to make beautiful waterfalls. I love Teri’s tip on how the water breaks up toward the base. The little bits added made such a difference! Thank you for another awesome video! 👏🤩🤗🖌️🎨

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Stephanie - phew just catching up with you. If you have alizarin crimson and sap green that makes Christmas brown too! But don't use Veridian Green which makes a black colour. Hookers Green just looks like a flat mud puddle. Experiment and see what works! I use Winsor and Newton but they have a big selection here in the UK. The other brand is Royal Talens - Cobra these are great too. And yes, those careful observations make all the difference. Happy Painting sweetie 😃😎

[@SRTW67]

@@PaulRansonArt thank you so much! ☺️ I have Aliziran Crimson. I look forward to painting this a bunch!

[@oreosryumme]

Alright, Paul! I see you 👀♥️

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Dani - Thanks for the support! I appreciate you watching and being part of the journey!😃

[@jgb5814]

Your work is amazing and the way you teach is spot on, can I call you Bob instead of Paul? 😅

[@PaulRansonArt]

Bob has a nice ring to it! Just remember, if I start teaching you how to tie a bow tie, you might have to call me ‘Professor Bob’! - best wishes Paul .. or is that Bob.....😃🥰😎

[@onthe_tlctip]

Hey Paul! Glad to see another one of these videos!! Thanks so much!! For the Christmas brown, is there a big difference between using alizarin crimson vs bright red? I don't have any sap green right now so can't try for myself but noticed in other videos usually its crimson and sap green (unless I'm imagining things). Also, would you ever consider painting a woodsy scene with some mushrooms? I really want to try painting some chicken of the woods mushrooms. Beautiful big yellow and orange cluster mushrooms that grow on old dead logs in the forest!! Seems like it could be a lot of fun. I have some pictures of some I took last fall, if you're ever interested in the idea and want some reference photos. 🙂 Thanks for another great video! Really enjoyed this one, as always. Have a great day, Paul!

[@PaulRansonArt]

A.crimson and sap green works just the same as bright red and sap green. But some greens like veridian green make black so try a few different colours

[@onthe_tlctip]

@@PaulRansonArt Good to know! Thanks again! 😀

[@Angel-kc1cr]

Good afternoon Paul. Interesting video. I enjoyed watching it. I'm sorry I was a little late to see the start of the premiere. And sorry for writing this comment a day later. Some things took a little longer. Watching the video I heard it was a version of the Enchanted Falls painting without the oval frame. Sometimes things look a lot different before you realize that it's just our perception that's different. I enjoyed the video and saw some interesting effects that I would like to try in painting. I would like to tell you that while looking for this on the Internet, I accidentally came across a paint that is made from marble. At least that's what it's called. According to this, the shade of white is transparent. Perhaps it can serve as a substitute for zinc and lead white. I will send you a picture on Instagram. I'm still holding on to those messages I sent you. That the use of fillers could be a good substitute for lead white. But this could be another ace up his sleeve. Well, I won't prolong the message any longer. As always, I wish you a nice day, a peaceful week and happy painting.

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you David - I messaged you on Insta - Have a great week too - Paul 😃😎

[@hero0fcanton190]

These minimally edited videos are great! Sometimes the more edited videos feel too polished and too perfect.

[@PaulRansonArt]

Glad you like them! Yes, I think I enjoy them too. The edited ones take a long time to make and film so I think I may make more like this - a fly on the wall style. I think it shows more of the thought process - maybe that's something I need to keep under my hat! 🤣🤔😎

[@user-kl2ss8zs1n]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@PaulRansonArt]

many thanks - Paul 😃

[@peterwilson3116]

Hi Paul great tutorials, quick question on liquid white, I got some came in a plastic tub and is very thin even when mixed well, when left for a long period it seperates with oil of some sorts on the top, also when I mix it and apply to canvas it dries out very quick, have you seen this before ? should I remove some of the oil to make it bit thicker ? thank you

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Peter - the liquid white is supposed to be thin and oily so don't remove any oil at all. Over time it will stiffen a little so the oil needs to be stirred in well each time. If you take some oil out now it will be like concrete before you finish the pot! Now for the issue with the dry canvas. The number one reason why this happens is because of poor priming. Some 'double primed' canvases are so bad they act like a sponge and suck all the oil out of the liquid white leaving a dry almost powdery residue. Is that what you have? I bet it is. So, if its a new canvas ( especially if its a brand I've not used before ) I rub a small amount of the edge or back of the canvas. Leave it 30-40 minutes and test with your fingertip. If it's still nice and oily is primed ok. If not then go ahead and apply a good coat of gesso or acrylic to the painting surface. Then you should be go to go. Lastly, check out my playlists all about getting started with oils. I show you a few different ways to save ££ $$ by making paper 'canvases' to practice on. Hope this all helps - Paul 😃

[@peterwilson3116]

@@PaulRansonArt cheers Paul, I do use cheap canvases so that makes perfect sense, I will re coat with gesso, much appreciated

[@amiek9269]

So beautiful. Thx for uploading. What country are you in? I love the accent. ❤

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Amie - I'm a Limey - yes English! Thank you for your kind comment. I'm delighted you are enjoying my videos - Paul 😃

[@TheMetal441]

Gonna try this, would buff titanium maybe work as a colour for the border instead of black?

[@PaulRansonArt]

Absolutely. Obviously, you'll need to mask off and paint the border in Buff then mask that off and paint the main field in black so you'll need to do your prep well in advance. Best wishes - Paul 😃

[@TheMetal441]

@@PaulRansonArt glad you've said that as that's exactly what I thought I'd need to do so that's given me a nice confidence boost 😃

[@theliamofella]

Hey Paul , this is Liam from Birmingham uk, I have been painting for about 6 months now and don’t about 20 paintings already with some success (relatively for me) but today I have tried 3 times to start a painting (starting with one of your paintings (the one with the yellow ochre and black sky with a mountain) and for some reason after applying liquid white the colours are not blending, I had a new bottle of liquid white that was cracked , so I used an old bottle but the colours are not blending, and the paint quickly feels dry , I’ve tried applying more liquid white and less liquid white, and have ruined 3 canvases,I’m wondering if the problem could be the canvases, they are from Ashley houseware and apparently are primed , I only asked you because you are from the same part of the world as myself, have you got any ideas please Paul ? Thanks Liam

[@PaulRansonArt]

Hi Liam - I've had more failed paintings than enough - almost always down to poorly primed canvases. The clue was that the canvas felt dry - maybe chalky? before you get anywhere. If it's a brand that's new to you ( even then I've still had a few duds) then I test the folded back edge of the canvas with a little liquid white. If it's still good after 30-40 mins I'm happy to carry on. But more often it's just a sticky chalky residue. All the oils dropped into the canvas. Now, you can wash them off with thinners then soap and water and leave them to dry before giving them a good coat or two of gesso / acrylic. Lastly - I use my paper DIY canvases made with lining paper. Check out my video on getting started with oils from the playlist. It will save you a ton of money and easy storage too! Hope this helps - Happy painting - Paul 😃😃

[@canalpan9]

[@PaulRansonArt]

😃😄🥰😎

[@eddy.d7175]

Dog? that was obviously a rabbit😉

[@PaulRansonArt]

OK so maybe a rabbit ... but there's definitely a gorilla and a mermaid! Happy imagination - Paul 😃😎

[@ericaf.8921]

I thought it looked like a fruit-eating bat! 😂

[@PaulRansonArt]

@@ericaf.8921 its amazing what the imagination can 'see' - Paul

[@hans6422]

Don't talk just paint

[@PaulRansonArt]

Thank you 😃

[@ericaf.8921]

Hi, friend! From your comment, I'm guessing you are an intermediate or advanced painter. I'm just getting started, and I admit I'm a bit envious! It must be so amazing to not need commentary in painting videos!! For those of us newbies, we absolutely LOVE Paul's explanations. For that matter, we love his voice, his easy-going and relaxed manner while he teaches us. We love his sense of humor, his field trips, his way of making every painting look like something we can do, no matter our skill level... We love his expertise, his choices of painting demonstrations, his top tips... We love that he shows us how to correct mistakes as we paint, and the way he gently helps us let go of perfectionism so we can find the joy in painting. We even love his cat. 😅And the cool thing is that besides us newbies, even professional painters, like Yovette (who also does wonderful painting tutorials!) watch Paul's channel. To those of us who come back week after week to watch his videos, it definitely is to learn more about painting, but it's also because Paul feels like our artist friend; our mentor... Perhaps even our borrowed English Uncle. His style might not be for you, but if you stick around and watch each week like so many of us do, I'm guessing you'll discover what we have all discovered: Paul is a gem. And as an artist-teacher of 20 years, he has a lot of wisdom and insight to share for painters of every level. Thanks for checking out Paul's video! Have a fantastic week! And best wishes in your painting!

[@PaulRansonArt]

@@ericaf.8921 Hi Erica - such lovely words. I've always enjoyed sharing and giving away what I know to anyone who wants to learn. I had great teachers who were generous with their time and knowledge so I feel it's my duty to pass it along. I think my mistakes or happy accidents as Bob would say are an opportunity to practice my repair skills - so actually I welcome them ... sometimes 😂 Have a wonderful week and thank you once again for you kindness and support - Paul 🥰🥰😃😃

[@ericaf.8921]

My pleasure!

[@hansoloist9756]

Everyone ignore this comment. Keep doing EXACTLY what you’re doing. Ignore people like this. Your channel is perfect as it is. Change NOTHING. 👍