How to Paint a Fishing Shack - Motif No.1 in Watercolour with Line & Wash

[@lynneellis2647]

Paul Clark video and strong coffee....a wonderful way to start a Wednesday.

[@samiyrah4244]

Yassss ❤

[@maryannegunter115]

That's so true 😂

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help - enjoy your coffee!

[@eirenmist12]

Ahhhh....Motif #1...this sure brings back sentimental memories. When I was a budding art student, I made the trek to New England to immerse myself in the scenery where all the watercolorists I admired at that time seemed to hang out and paint. Of course, I made a special pilgrimage to see Motif #1, and the day I was there was very like the day in your painting, sunny and bright, a fresh breeze in the air, and the sound of the sea gulls surrounding me. Watercolor bliss ;-) Paul, you did the venerable building, the atmosphere, and yourself as an artist proud! So happy you took this challenge on!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great little story ... thanks for sharing!

[@penniecormier8770]

Love this line and wash! Thank you! Yes, it’s pronounced ’Bou-wee’ that ties to a lob-stah pot/trap. Each is a registered combination of colors belonging to each Lobster fisherman.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Oh thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for the info!

[@Naevegreybeard]

Canadian east coasters would pronounce it as Boo- wee and Lobster, so it's all dependant on where you are.

[@bettykeena4474]

Paul, thanks so much for this! I DO hope you enjoyed it as much as I did...It totally made my day, week, month....maybe year(?) Seeing it! My daughter woke me up on the phone "Did you suggest Motif 1 to Paul Clark???!!??" My relatives will begin to avoid me for the story! :) Thanks again! It came out so beautiful! ❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hi Betty - that's great to hear ... and thanks again for the suggestion!!!

[@jenniferburgess2533]

I look forward to clicking on your Wednesday tutorials, I tackle many, sometimes successfully and enjoy them all. Painting a glass of wine would be a fun challenge, preferably red. Then your choice for a "perfect time to take a break" would be an easy one perhaps.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Jennifer .... and suggestion noted!!

[@nancybrink3701]

Love this. We live about 3 hours from Rockport and frequent it quite often. I've always wanted to paint it. It's a beautiful town. Can't wait to start to paint!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Sounds great! Thanks 😊

[@jcfromupstate1693]

I love Rockport. I stay at a lovely B&B just up the street from the wharf, and walk very early every morning just at sunrise. Thanks so much for sharing your video!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for sharing! Sounds lovely

[@bobfitzgibbon6822]

Beautiful work. I have photographed Motif #1 but now will attempt to paint it. I lived in Connecticut in 78 and that storm collapsed the roof of the Hartford Civic Center where just a few hours prior there were several thousand fand attending a hockey game. By the grace of God, the arena was totally empty and no one was hurt. Paul, you were obviously born to paint and also teach. Thankyou.

[@emmablassel843]

This is the iconic color of Rockport ❤! New England is charming by its simple and rustic landscape!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for sharing Emma!

[@yipyip2020yip]

Thanks for your demonstrations ~😇

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like them!

[@KimberlyHendrix-o7x]

I was so surprised when I saw what you painted this week. I was there on the day you posted it and took several photos of the shack myself to paint. Now I can just paint along with you! Much more fun!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow!!! great to hear!

[@karenleahycrafting]

Thank you so much for a fabulous tutorial. We have seen this many times when visiting the USA as my brother-in-law lives reasonably close by but I never knew why it was called Motif #1. I am sending my painting over to my brother-in-law.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear ... I'm sure he'll love it!

[@michellefederico4510]

This was such a delight to watch! I grew up about 45 minutes from Rockport! I was 13 years old during the “Blizzard of 1978” that took out the original building. It is often called “The Storm of the Century.” We had 36-48 inches of snow in just over 30 hours, over the course of three astronomical high tides. I’ll never forget watching, on tv, home after home get swallowed by the ocean. There are several KZbin videos on the storm. However, my fondest memories of summer and of Rockport are of having lobster at Roy More’s fish shack, and a piece of strudel at Helmut’s as we watched the boats come into the harbor. I have more pictures of Motif no. 1 than I can count. It is a cherished spot for many in New England! Thank you for sharing it with your viewers.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great comment, thanks for sharing Michelle 😁

[@GretchenBender-zl8nw]

Good morning Paul , I’m always so excited to wake up on Wednesdays to see what you’ve got for us , and you never cease to amaze me! It’s been a struggle picking myself and my brushes up again and getting started this past month but this really inspires me , I love to paint water and boats ! Thank you Paul , and thank you for the history of Motif No 1, this really turned out beautiful! Many Blessings to you and Margot, thanks for all you do for the group ! ❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome, thank you Gretchen ... happy to help in any small way!

[@karindodge9814]

Wow I never expected to see something in my area! I new it was locally popular, but had no idea. Beautiful!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Me neither - thanks!!!

[@PamelaKuliesis]

I’m so excited about this! I’m from Massachusetts. This building is quintessential “North Shore” 😊

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy it! thanks!

[@Diane_McDon]

South Shore girl here 👋Do you pronounce buoy or boy?

[@PamelaKuliesis]

@@Diane_McDon buoy! It was soooo great to see this! I left Mass 4 years ago. Living on the west coast now. I printed off the same picture a few weeks ago wanting to give it a go. I’m even more excited to try it now.

[@johnlang1933]

Dear Maestro…you’ve done it again…across hundreds of miles of ocean.. you have taught me things I never knew before!! The brilliance of your work and the comforting nature of your voice brings an “approachability” to watercolor painting that is rarely achieved or acknowledged…(oh,I nearly forgot…your number 12brush..?) She not only holds a belly-full of water &color..but has a point that makes it all look so beautiful and easy…!)I’d love to add one to my arsenal…I’m still saving up my pennies to visit Ireland someday…and now I guess I’ll have to make a trip to Sussex to shake your hand..Thanks again for your tutelage and inspiration…!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lovely comment John and thanks so much!

[@DrCarolFrancis]

As always thanks for all that you taught me in this video as well. I can barely wait to give it a go! Thanks. See you soon on your Sept retreat!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Carol ... see you there!

[@karenmenor1771]

Your painting and this tutorial were terrific! 😅 late to start tonight but I can't wait for tomorrow! Thank you very much, Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks, have fun Karen!

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

Oh wow didn’t know about Motive #1 at all either. A great line & wash painting for me to give a try with. Lots of textures to do, reflections, & a lovely variety of subjects combined in the painting- boat, buildings, stone walls, skies. Thanks as always for sharing your thoughts & how to paint 🎨 knowledge with us. Have a great day!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much Colleen .... you too!

[@virginiahoose9242]

I’ve been going to Rockport in the summer for over 20 years. We stay in a potter’s VRBO directly on the water across from this very building. I’ve been too intimidated to try painting it. Now that you’ve broken it down so well, I will give it a try. You make the most complex subjects very doable even for beginners. Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing your skills and paintings.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear and happy to help!

[@barbifreedle8210]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching you make this video. I'm learning so much from watching you paint. I'm up for a new challenge and a move forward in my watercolor painting and artwork.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You can do it! .... have fun!

[@paulafarrell1993]

I enjoy your tutorials Paul. I am just getting back into painting learning watercolour painting. I like the way you slow down your video tutorials, explaining what you are doing. I have watched many different artist tutorials now and think by far yours are the best. Thankyou - Paula from Australia

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's very good of you to say Paula - thanks very much!

[@joycewickman1148]

Lobster pot markers are made with "boeys"...each color combo belongs to a specific fisherman. Thanks for painting a treasure in Massachusetts!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for the info!

[@joycegilley]

I love the total feel of this lovely scent! Awesomely done!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@maryballesteros1179]

Well Paul, I live in the states (NY) and I’ve never heard of this place either. But I do look forward to painting it. Beautiful work, thank you 😊

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Cheers Mary!

[@maryrichinick7287]

Hi Paul! I was delighted to see your painting. I live about 40 miles from Rockport and I had painted the scene 2 months ago. Just watercolor, no ink but after watching the tutorial I want to try it again with line and wash.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - cheers Mary!

[@kathyfrye3658]

Paul Thank you for making such beautiful videos. When I am to ill to paint I watch you r videos all day. You are truly a gift to us all

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help Kathy!

[@johnchapin6149]

Well, you do inspire to pick-up watercolor. Thanks.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

I'm so glad!

[@lichunxu4342]

Hi Paul, this is a wonderful painting class! I just visited this beautiful place - Rockport, MA a few weeks ago, and I am planning to paint this famous building. Now I will take your lesson and paint it as line & wash. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wonderful! have fun

[@lucygeorge5423]

Paul, you make painting fun by breaking things down and identifying the main characters in your art. I turn to you again and again for ideas, techniques and inspiration many times. Bless you and your wonderful humor and gift!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you! ... great to hear Lucy!

[@caroleangel9287]

Cheers Paul! Loved this Line and Wash just as I have all the rest!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - thanks!

[@lindagreenwood9055]

Thanks Paul, another great pen and wash. Just got a new computer and you are coming up a treat on a new large ,high definition monitor!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Sounds great ... enjoy!

[@lindayoungartist]

BEautiful. I think I’ll try it soon. ❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Cheers Linda - have fun!

[@LindaKing-nq6ut]

Wonderful composition ….so well painted….love the line &wash..perfect technique for this type of scene

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@gloriawachel917]

This is just fabulous - I never head of this place either- Thank you - beautiful musc

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stevemilone1302]

Love this! My husband is from Gloucester, MA - next town over from Rockport. I've been to visit Motif1 many times so I'm gonna take a bash at painting it! Thank you Paul

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Please do! ... have fun!

[@swimgoddess-r1u]

Hi Paul Karel here I painted Motif number 1 around 20 years ago but I used Acrylic. Much more forgiving for mistakes but now I would try watercolor. I've never tried line and wash but as you say in Jolly ole England, I'll give it a go.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Have fun Karel!

[@RicheUK]

Great Tutorial, great result!!, Thanks

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@charlottemccartney9076]

I really enjoyed this colourful painting. Great instructive and inspirational as usual!!👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Diane_McDon]

I live about 30 miles south of Rockport.and I I always pronounce them boys. And yes, EVERY one who lived through Bizzard ‘78 vividly remembers it. Nice little history spattered into your tutorial., thank you, Paul.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for sharing! ... great story Diane.

[@maryannegunter115]

Thank you for this great video! I love it, especially the sky you created. Sky and water are my favorite things to paint😊❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Mine too! - thanks!

[@robinwashburn8804]

Thank you! The red blend for the structures is PERFECT! Can't wait to try this,!❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@vickiarn]

Great painting. I visit Massachusetts very often; it's very close to home. Thanks, I always look forward to watercolor Wednesday.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear ... and what a great place to live!

[@maggiemaggie5139]

Hi Paul I shall be definitely trying this painting . I have been to Rockport in Mass it’s beautiful. It’s where they filmed the Perfect storm movie . Good memories Thanks x Margaret.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Sounds great! thanks Margaret!

[@JanetMCostigan]

Thank you for this lovely tutorial Paul. I learn so much from each of your videos. I've been in a little bit of a painting slump lately and this one really inspired me to get going again. It actually reminds me of the fishing sheds in many coastal villages in my home province of Newfoundland. That red colour is very common here too.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@jadedjhypsi]

You have reinspired me to finish my watercolor I got stumped on with the water ;=)

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Go for it!

[@meryle.hawkins880]

Most beautiful watercolour. Watching you brushing watercolour paint onto your paper makes me want to run for the hills

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@borleyboo5613]

Lovely painting. I love that part of the USA and I’ve always wanted to visit.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@josephcollins6033]

Never heard of it! But, I like it! Thanks, Paul!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🐶🐈🙂

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Pleasure J!

[@janetlundstedt9350]

What a wonderful surprise. I live very close to motif no.1. Your painting is wonderful and I will give it a try. ❤️🥰❤️. Thank you Paul Yep buoys. Which do mark the lobster traps. Each lobsterman has their own colors and numbers on the buoys to identify which bouy belongs to them. Well done!,

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Cheers Janet ... thanks for the info!

[@MrSquidArt]

great peace as always paul ty for sharing

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@veredcc]

Wonderful Video, Paul. I enjoyed every minute! Thank you❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mchris1020]

Very nice! The white pen adds some great detail--bought one to try after seeing you use it. Thank you!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you think so - cheers!

[@chribourg2317]

Thanks Paul! Great video!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you liked it!

[@joeaikins3735]

Another amazing demonstration. I love your line and wash paintings. Thanks Paul. Cheers!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@paulsmodels]

Excellent! 👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@radkahomola7545]

Line and wash is my favorite now. I am amazed by your perfect lines Paul and thank you for your amazing teaching. I will get it try of your Fishing Shack tonight.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - have fun!

[@KathyAnderson-q2d]

Hi. Paul Thanking you for another great tutorial. 👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675]

Another great painting! Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@chandanamozumdar8053]

Wonderful tutorial. Can't wait to try it

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@cajsheen2594]

Well, today I thought you would be imbibing Port on the rocks. Love the music and a lovely study again! Thankyou! ❤ XXX

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lol! - many thanks!

[@jlighthouse9458]

Beautifully painted , thank you !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!

[@C4D00]

Many congratulations on the beautiful work!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!

[@debrasanders1505]

Once again... Amazing. I absolutely love to watch your tutorials. I don't get to follow along as much as I would like, but I always follow along. 🤓👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@cindyenglert.az51]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m more of a line and wash watercolor painter. I do love all your teaching videos.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ddudley8950]

Hello Paul! Another beautiful and interesting painting. Thank you for sharing the historical background on Motif #1. Always excited for your Wednesday tutorials! Thank you for always inspiring me and others.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@karenmenor1771]

Great! I haven't even watched this yet but I spent years in MA and have been to Rockport on several occasions with family! I will love painting this! THANK YOU, Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure Karen!

[@eduardosuarez4239]

Excelentes tus trabajos con acuarela, gran maestro pictorico .....🇲🇽🇲🇽....

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks!

[@samiyrah4244]

I love your videos and always look forward to Wednesday mornings ❤👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Yay! Thank you!

[@Sherlock2022]

You certainly do learn something every day!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Good to hear!

[@BEATRIZBARRUETO]

Amazing! Thank so much! Greetings from Brasil!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you too!

[@karenmenor1771]

Great piece of history with the painting and Rockport! I was not aware! Thank you for the information, Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@TJPruitt]

One of my new favorites of yours Paul, thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So pleased to hear!

[@sueking3870]

That is lovely Paul. I enjoy line and wash and will use your techniques to improve mine. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks

[@karenmenor1771]

My favorite...watercolor and ink!!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear!

[@pokey3010]

Cheers to you too and thank you so very much for the wonderful, beautiful cozy painting music and cocktail recipe! 🥰

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help!

[@pokey3010]

I am so glad you are happy doing this for us, I have learned so much and am so happy!

[@Miaishere-one]

I just finished the last 2 vidios with my friende and later she started deatealed greaps she said it helps a loooot and i am just like Luke. But i just do what i have in mind and i always keep your tips and words in it. I love your vidios and me and my mom love lerning from you. And evry time i draw i fill like i am better and better with water color.❤❤ Thank you for all your help we always can not wait for the next tutorial.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's great! - happy to help!

[@beverlydavis7613]

Hey Paul, I like to see you make a sketch your own by taking out or adding in some parts that make the painting more interesting. The subjects that you use are interesting as well. I am learning a lot about " line and wash' and Water Color painting.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hiya - check out this recent video ... it may help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5_QdKyKZa6Fqq8

[@desmond9168]

Thanks again for a thoroughly absorbing experience watching you paint such lovely paintings!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@geoffmitchell6515]

This is brilliant Paul thank you so much

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much Geoff!

[@ludivinegaron]

Great a « Line and Wash » 😃. I can’t wait until this evening to start drawing. Big challenge for watercolor ahead… Thank you for the story of Motif N1 👍 You are great as usual ❤&👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@saimasaima837]

quite an inspiration ..the song was good too..................and I keep thinking can artists make a good living?

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

It's hard but it's possible!

[@MargaretTruss-t2q]

This is a great tutorial thank you. Will definitely have a go at this one!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy!

[@billyrobertson3302]

You're the best Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's nice - thanks!

[@lorriewatson7423]

Happy Wednesday Paul! Awesome job! I look forward to trying this one, several times even, til I get it right Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You can do it!

[@susanapinheiro284]

Wonderful! Sempre maravilhosa tua pintura! Amo ver cada pincelada!❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

many thanks!

[@vickiarn]

Thanks!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

BIG thanks Vicki!

[@Łucja1-k1s]

Thank you, I did it and it turned out very nice! 🥰

[@christinemayopowers]

Fabulous 😊 lots of techniques and tips! Thank you very much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@christinerolf9348]

So enjoyed it, thanks Paul, lovely painting. Perfect subject for a melting day in Spain

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - thanks!

[@parthapratimghosh3166]

Amazing, wonderful painting

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@carriepolster399]

Terrific Paul as always. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@patsyvacek51]

Always love your tutorials.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - thanks!

[@scarlettgoeman6198]

Always such a nice time in your company… At the moment on mode Mamily, but I reserve all your wonderful tutorials, to try to do my best, when I shall be more free 😅 thank you so much have a wonderful holidays !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome ... you too!

[@Tone367]

Lovely

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Cheers!

[@DianeMeadows-h9r]

Thank you Mr C for another gorgeous demonstration.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@franfarrer1500]

Love your work you make it easy for me to follow along. ❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@meeraahuja1594]

Good evening. Line and wash fir the Wonderful Watercolour Wednesday. Thank you so much. It is amazing how you can paint around the tiny details with a big brush.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@christamader3945]

Vielen Dank Paul für das wiederum lehrreiche Tutorial. Ich könnte dir stundenlang zusehen. Auch möchte ich mich ganz herzlich bedanken für die Aufnahme in eure tolle Facebookgruppe. Ich komme fast nicht zum malen, weil ich alle die tollen Bilder betrachten darf und noch so viele Tutorials anschauen möchte. Herzlichen Dank auch an Margot und allen Leute, die im Hintergrund arbeiten. Liebe Grüsse aus der Schweiz

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Danke Christina!