How to paint a house in perspective with line and wash

[@mrose6107]

Awesome! Why did it take me over a month of watching other limited value, overly chatty videos, before I finally found Paul. Wow, what a difference. Paul's explanations and demonstrations are more efficient and effective than any others viewed on KZbin. Something is wrong with KZbin's algorithms as I spent weeks looking for a good fit. The searches kept bringing up the same five or six artists that did not meet my needs. Then finally I came upon one of Paul's videos by accident and after that I immediately subscribed. His sense of humor is a happy bonus. Loved the Bob Ross tribute!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hi Maria - thanks for the lovely comment and delighted you have joined us - keep in touch!

[@sootherbelle]

Agreed, finally I get it

[@patriciakelly5451]

Gorgeous! I am totally inspired by you. Xx

[@TheRedMarquee]

Yes, there's a lot of "tutorials" out there from folks who have no idea what they are doing. It takes a moment to figure out who to follow and who to ignore.

[@virginiahoose9242]

I am 72 years old and this is the FIRST explanation of perspective that I’ve ever heard, which makes sense and gives you a method to follow. THANK YOU, Paul.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That’s great to hear Virginia 😋

[@zeyneperkan6200]

I want to cry because none of my attempts look like your beautiful drawings Mr. Clark. But i never give up! :)

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀 ... keep going, you'll get there!

[@henningwagner1099]

This 3 year old video will never get old. Fantastic! And great music too.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it! - thanks for the tip too!

[@madisonappenfelder]

You sir are my favorite youtuber for watercolors. Cannot thank you enough for not charging for this valuable information.

[@TinRoofVintage]

Oh wow, now I understand! I'm so happy - no more slanted, irregular-shaped houses and buildings anymore! Thank you so much! 🌹

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help!

[@margaretmartin6620]

Finally! I get it! Now I can draw buildings and stuff without getting a migraine! This is the best explanation I have ever seen. Thanks, Paul. I'm going to do this one, if it kills me! :) Love the autumny colours.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's great stuff Margaret! - take it nice and slowly. I do this lesson with my students and for some it takes a little time to sink in - but it's really worth the effort!!!

[@shashikantpansare6262]

Just what the doctor ordered, never thought too much about perspective, after watching ur video it makes sense to me, thank u

[@EraLuna13]

"Are we sitting comfortably children?" I snorted unexpectedly with laughter...must be the pain meds. Enjoyable and informative, Paul. Thank you. 🎨

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it Gina - always love reading your comments!!!!

[@jeanwillis7774]

‘Are you sitting comfortably children?’ Is most likely from a radio show in England,when I was a child in England..It was called ‘Listen with mother’ and it would start with ‘Are you sitting comfortably?’ Then I’ll begin’...So cute...love these classes...make so much sense.

[@TinRoofVintage]

Gina, I had a chuckle at that, too! 😁

[@olive_loaf]

Haha I think it is the pain meds! I just had my wisdom teeth removed and I did the same thing 😂 Such calming video though. My watercolor Bob Ross 🎨

[@fyl24]

A great teacher that makes you excited to turn up to class and to do homework! Thank you Mr Paul !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@caroledoerr6872]

I have never had such a good lesson in perspective drawing. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Carole!

[@Romcom356]

I understand perspective…well I thought I did. A seriously helpful explanation. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful April!

[@monica-NJ-123]

Thank you for taking the time to teach perspective , I’m learning a lot from your lessons , love your style of painting xoxo

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome Monica!!

[@andreamarr7213]

I remember my teacher trying to explain perspective to me and I finally just said I understood when I did not have a clue. After watching this I realize that it helps if the one teaching understands the principles. Many excellent artists just understand intuitively or they are good copyists and simply paint what they see. I don't think you get this instruction even in many art schools. Thank you so much. I learned a lot.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Andrea - nice comment and totally agree - you have to be able to 'see it' your self!

[@julieallbright5002]

Andrea Marr, lol I have done the same thing sooooo many times throughout school when I still didn't understand something, even after asking questions about 3 times for the same problem lol. I could tell if the teachers were getting annoyed by me not understanding something, so I always ended up saying, Oh Yes I See it Now, 🤣🤣🤦‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙆‍♀️🤷‍♀️ Honestly I still do that every once in a while. 🥰🤭

[@RockinRavenVA]

I can never get enough lessons on perspective, especially when they're as thorough and easy to replicate as this one. Thank you kindly, Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome RR - many thanks!

[@johnthulborn4713]

Many thanks for this video on perspective going to give it a try . Good explanation all the best to you

[@judymayes6456]

Just happened to see this tutorial mentioned in an art Facebook page and thought I'd look into it. Wow! What a treasure to find! Perspective has always muddled my mind (I'm 72 yrs. young) but this was very clear and concise. Did a little "lookey-loo" into your book , too, and find I must have it!! I'm not a total beginner (5 yrs. into watercolor or any type of art at all) but I find I'm never beyond learning more of the basics. I love this little painting as well and will give it a go. Thank you very your generous teaching. Happy New Year from California!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks and a happy New Year to you too in California!

[@barbaraonisko7441]

Best instruction on V. Point & perspective EVER! Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it helped Barbara!

[@robinboyle5786]

Watching you paint reminds me of my late husband. He was a lifelong professional artist and couldn't make a mistake. I've been an artist, and a journalist, and a mother, and for a time, a barmaid. Giggle. Until I retired I rarely had time to paint, now, I have long endless days to play. I do have to worry about eyestrain though after 8 or 10 hours hunched over the easel.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great comment Robin and thank you - you are not alone with the eye strain thing!!!

[@dandelion1239]

Oh this tutorial is fantastic!!! I watch you all the time & this one brings back memories from a high school art class I loved. I learned perspective from my teacher, but not this detailed & it was a long time ago. I thought it was such fun back then. Thank you for such great details. It sure helps to have a good teacher like you. As always, thank you again. Your ability & willingness to share means a great deal.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much and happy to help!

[@dandelion1239]

@ 🩵😃

[@ChristinaTodd1970]

Oh my gosh! So, so helpful. Perspective is the bane of my existence. Thank you so much for breaking it down in easy to understand language.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Christina!

[@lalaji747]

Thanks Sir Paul, for helping us get the correct angle to draw a house with the correct background, love your paintings. From INDIA 🇮🇳♥

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@lainareeves3755]

I loved learning about perspective. I understood a little more watching through this tutorial a second time. Thanks Paul for all you do for us!!! You and Margo are the greatest!!! 😊

[@MarleneRFlax]

I am so glad that I found you, thank you so much for sharing your experience, teaching in easy way.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@medwardbell]

That is the best explanation of perspective I’ve ever seen!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thanks Mark - great compliment!!!!

[@normaspande3141]

That lesson should receive an award. Applause please!!! Thank you for filling my art lesson cup again....

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@tonyrobinson1168]

One of the best perspective tutorials I have seen. Thanks Paul !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thanks Tony!!

[@jeanneanderson6593]

Paul, you are so much fun to watch as you paint! Thank you for all your teachings.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@izzatmahar5153]

Wow i never knew this detailed stuff about perspective drawing thanks for this! Loved the painting too. 👍🏽

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Izzat 😀

[@nancysimmons7714]

You are a great teacher. Thank you. ❤️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@deborahbarbaccia6813]

Hi Paul, I love your tutorials. Line and wash has become one of my new fav's😊. I've been wanting to paint buildings but was confused about perspective. This lesson is GREAT! I'm going to book Mark it on my computer. Probably watch it several times. Thanks have a great day 💕

[@darlenedybas9706]

Oh my gosh! That was wonderful!! Your a great teacher…thank you🌹

[@dilyssewell1907]

Brilliant, as ever. Knowing perspective and putting into practice not necessarily the same thing. I’ll watch over and over until it sticks! Many thanks for your inspiration and great teaching.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Dilys and good plan - watch it a few times and it will sink in!!!!

[@emmakay2986]

Brilliant explanation!!! Thank you! I enjoy your channel not only for your expertise but also because of your enthusiasm. Nice blend of education and entertainment.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!

[@joycewickman3249]

I love your line and wash tutorials. More please! I learned a lot with this perspective lesson, thanks! You're a joy to follow! Thanks,Paul

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you Joyce - definitely more line and wash to come!

[@arnieosborn]

Great lesson. Perspective has forever been my dread.... now I can't wait to start a new project so that I can practice this process.

[@LindaEBrown]

That was perfectly understandable at last! I can see how it all works now.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Fab Linda - pleased it helped!

[@prikshitverma3885]

Thanks, Paul for making this so easy!!!

[@donnabrooks7783]

Yeahhhhhh! I finally understand perspective! Thank you so much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

I'm so glad Donna! - Yeahhhhhh too!!!

[@margaretbutcher]

Brilliant. I have 3 books relating to perspective and your video is the first time I have understood it. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome!

[@gaylevandorn7746]

Loved this! I turned it into winter for a Christmas gift. Thank you, thank you! I am so ecstatic that I found your tutorials.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome Gayle!

[@ritaswift8313]

Now I think I can do this, such a joy to watch you and hear your commentary as you go, such a lift to my day. Thank you for what you share.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome Rita - happy to help!

[@LizzyBorden100]

This video was so helpful. The perspective was really enlightening. I followed along step by step. It turned out pretty good. Thank for the lesson.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it helped Lizzy and thanks!

[@tamra9124]

Goodness that was the best perspective lesson I've ever seen! Thanks Paul...no more guess work!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you liked it!

[@melodybriggs188]

Thank you so much Paul! Such a great lesson on perspective, and it has really helped me tremendously. When I looked at my drawing, I could tell something was not quite right, but never knew how to correct it. This makes so much sense now!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful melody - many thanks!

[@DottieGreco-g4f]

What a great tutorial! I don’t think I’ve ever seen or heard a more comprehensive, yet simple way of doing perspective. You took the intimidation out of two point perspective for me. I’m a relative newcomer to your channel and I am really enjoying all of your wonderful tutorials. Love your style (in every way that can be ineterpreted)!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful! - thanks so much!

[@ericlang7408]

Your mini lesson on perspective is priceless! The clearest, simplest and most educational I have seen, thanks! Honestly, I don't get why you don't have more subscribers given your artistic and educational talents... Hope that number of subscribers goes up quickly, it would be well deserved!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thanks Eric! - only been doing this 6 months so plenty of time to grow!!! - more to come!

[@jeanbloom7513]

I've read and have seen demonstrations of drawing perspective before. This was the clearest one yet. Your video's production is very well done. Now I need to get off my arse and get painting!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lol! - go for it Jean!

[@carolrost9245]

Thanks to your instruction, this one turned out pretty well for me!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it helped Carol!

[@carolbenson6524]

Another picture of yours that I came across and really like and will try to paint it this weekend.😅

[@loriwalker-brandon9163]

I truly enjoyed this pen and wash tutorial and the perspective drawing instructions/tips were very helpful - thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Lori - many thanks!

[@marthacaballero1106]

Oh my God! Simply amazing! Fall is my favorite color! So, it is midnight and I have seen two of your videos back to back. I will have to go over perspective and points tomorrow 😂 Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear Martha - enjoy 👍😀

[@dorothyminor7581]

Thanks again for a great lesson! I’ve always been able to draw but perspective always gave my left handed brain a cramp! I’ve watched this twice now. I’m going to give a go now! I’m always sad when your lesson ends!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help Dorothy!!!

[@jeannettesmith5492]

Thank you Paul for the refreshing course on perspective drawing.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@luksicmaja5966]

I finaly find a perfect enplanation of what i needed.Thank you so much fot this video!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Luksic!! - cheers!!!

[@lilybelle6495]

Damn finding this video was like striking gold! So much to learn here; I'm sure I'll rewatch it many times. I feel so indebted to you for providing this.

[@cherylhorta4131]

WOW!! I am sure I'll have to watch this at least a dozen times before I get it right. The explanation of perspective you gave was great. A bit conry at the start- glad you don't carry on too much :) Your book should arrive today and I am anxious to get into it. I recreated your poppy field and I was quite pleased. Actually, I did 2- one from another youtube artist but yours is much more pleasing to the eye. Thank you for your instruction. I am having SO much fun.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great stuff Cherly, many thanks - let know how you get on with the book!

[@elizabethgoodhand7828]

Really helpful video on perspective and water colouring. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome!

[@philipdown3147]

Paul thanks for sharing your amazing detail in achieving a brilliant end result, greatly appreciating your videos to inspire others how best for improving our clear and detailed paintings too. Thanks greatly appreciated stay safe

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks as always Phillip. glad you enjoyed it!!

[@michaelkrastman143]

Thank you so much ,Paul! Thank you for your time and best lessons.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like them!

[@jackieade1427]

Great to see this lesson Paul. It certainly refreshes my memory and is a lovely picture.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it Jackie - definitely a South Street exercise!!!

[@teresaluna1936]

You are the best!!! The easiest presentation of two point perspective I have ever seen! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@carolrost9245]

Thanks very much. Glad to have a refresher course on perspective, specifically relating to this drawing. I'm really excited to try this painting.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome Carol - go for it!!!!

[@neilw642]

This is a fantastic tutorial for anybody learning to sketch. By following the perspective instructions step by step I've been able to produce something that actually looks realistic. Thank you !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@petrakojundzic1733]

You are amazing! It is always a miracle for me to see how you have a perfect feeling for the right time when to stop with details! I am always in danger from overdoing my paint and than it doesn't look good. Thank you very much! 💓🎉

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Petra - I agree, knowing when to stop is a real challenge. I've ruined many paintings this way but it will come with experience! 👍

[@OkieSketcher1949]

A good review on perspective. A great example on how to put in trees and shrubs and make them appear to be real. Thanks again.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marlenejones6266]

Great lesson on perspective for us newbies. I knew some of it but this helped put it into perspective.....lol. Awesome work. Now we cant draw a building and have it look normal

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Marlene - many thanks!

[@cherylhorta4131]

Yes, I remember way back when hearing terminology Paul used and his explanation for why it is what it is makes perfect sense.

[@jeffstevens7921]

That was a revelation. Amazing. I have not received any kind of formal teaching in any kind of art / drawing and that lesson was brilliant.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wonderful Jeff - delighted to help!!

[@Egan3651]

This was wonderful!! I am new at watercolor and have been struggling quite a bit!! Thank you soooo much!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Jenny! - if your new to it, be warned, it's very addictive!!!

[@user-kg5ki7ef2s]

It’s really a great way of teaching. The sounds of the birds and cows at the end are also very interesting. I appreciate and enjoy this kind of teaching. Thank you very much.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many many thanks

[@tonibradshaw7589]

This is lovely...I can’t wait to have a go x

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Go for it Toni!!!

[@JoanAldis]

You make it look so easy I cannot wait to get started thanks Paul.

[@kirstenhoopes7898]

I have watched this so many times. I have been practicing it and I think I am getting it! I have never actually understood perspective, so thanks! Do you explain this in your book as well?

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Kirsten - don't worry, it always takes time to sink in! - I do explain this in by book but perhaps not in so much detail.

[@melaniebaynes2730]

Fabulous! Thank so much!

[@kathymckinstry1649]

Thank you Paul for all your instructions in perspective and painting and anything else you share with us. You are by far the best painting teacher I have found on KZbin. You take the time to tell us everything and make your video fun and informative. You tell us the color’s and the ratios. So important to any beginner like me who wants to succeed in following your lessons. Even if they aren’t the same when I do it, it will be close. I’ve been teaching decorative painting in acrylics for 40 years and know the qualities of a good instructor. You are one fantastic teacher!!!

[@francissmith9443]

I'm working on a similar type of painting: my childhood house in the USA.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great stuff Francis - hope it helps!

[@carriepolster399]

Thank you for the lesson.

[@susiedelay999]

Great lesson! You make it look so easy! Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome Susie!!!! - cheers

[@dianehill4019]

Second time watching this vid. I'm understanding perspective so much better. Awsome and thx Paul

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear!

[@tezoodle]

Paul - thank you for explaining perspective so well ... I think I have finally got it! 👍😀 I love your painting.

[@peterpearce3146]

Always a brilliant demonstration. You are among the very best teachers Paul. Thanks.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you think so!

[@sgeorgia4729]

Thank you for the clear lesson on perspective! A lovely painting, too! It reminds me of my grandmother's house.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@annenglish2935]

Very clear and precise lesson!!! Thank 😊 you for making this beginner friendly (even for a gramma), by George, I think I've got it!!! You also have an Italian village painting, with homes every which way and multiple levels... it may be easier to download - HA! On to the Italian countryside I go! Love from a California Gramma...

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you Ann! 😃

[@ediemewhinney4201]

out of my art class in my younger years how to draw a building is the only one I do remember......Thank you for the refresher course.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Pleased to help Edie!

[@Lulubird0162]

At long last!! A watercolor instructor I can connect with. I've tried so many different channels and couldn't connect with the instructor. You've got whst it takes to float my paint, am learning so much from you. Am working my way thru all the videos while patiently waiting for your book to arrive.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wonderful! great to hear Lulu, delighted to help!

[@cpnoboat7659]

What a straightforward explanation, easy to follow, and what a nice guy! Thank you! I'm glad I found your channel

[@suemauer5965]

Best lesson in perspective I have ever followed... but I'm only 74 so who knows what lies ahead!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hi Sue - glad to hear that ... never too old to learn!

[@wendydean1025]

Hi Paul. I am very new to drawing and painting and the thing I love to draw are buildings. However, my brain has been unable to grasp perspective. I have watched numerous KZbin videos promising ‘the only video you will ever need’ etc and practiced over and over. Because I didn’t understand it my drawings always looked terrible. I discovered your channel a few days ago and absolutely love your work and the way you teach. As Tina would say…. Better than all the rest 🎼. Today this video popped up and I got it - immediately. You showed perspective in a way that my brain could understand and I am so excited to start my first scene in perspective 🎉. Thank you so much Paul.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much and delighted to help - have you seen this recent video of mine - more good stuff about perspective at the start! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoGWYoVtnqycnrM

[@lavenderlock7568]

The best lesson in perspective drawing. Very enjoyable and most informative. Love your art. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@amel2784]

Excellent, clear quick and concise guide to draw a structure in perspective. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@renk.1321]

Oh sir, I hope I can give you 1M likes. You are an angel. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow thanks Ron - a million likes would be great!!!

[@ginaelias358]

This is the best vanishing point tutorial I’ve ever seen. Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thanks Gina!

[@evah50]

Thank you Mr Clark , drawing buildings this way is brilliant .. thank you again.

[@notafan1275]

This is soooo brilliant! The bit about finding the center of a rectangle with the help of diagonals is exactly what I would have needed a few days ago when painting my barn... And I have the feeling that drawing the ink lines "broken" might prove just as important in the future. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@soniachahal139]

Thankyou so very much Paul, for this precious tutorial. I struggle with this aspect. When I first started sketching and drawing , I struggled to bring those curves and angles. Suddenly it dawned on me that I have to bring our Geometry lessons and Physics into art !! Now wish I had paid more attention to those two subjects. Seems inevitable in our daily life. Be it gardening or painting or anything else. This has been very helpful. Of course I will watch this a few times to understand it. Could we request a few more tutorials on perspective , eye level , point A,b etc. You explain the best. 💯 Thankyou again 🙏🙏🙏💞💞💞💯💯💯

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help!

[@arundel6640]

Your brilliant at explaining how to, put it all together. Think I'll go back to your style of sketching. Rather than the boxes, for a while. Thanks for your demonstrations, it's going to help me an awful lot again. Cheers dude. 🤝👌

[@robinleech3278]

SO helpful!!! Paul, you're the best!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help as always Robin!

[@Ganystark]

It was always a challege when I draw from a vanishing point with perspective. Thanks for the great lesson Paul. You are a good man.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Rita123xyz]

So great. I needed this lesson.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Good to hear Rita

[@martinwebb3394]

This was really interesting to a total novice like me Paul. I've heard about perspective but never really understood it - you have explained it so well👍. I'm learning so much watching your videos - everyday is like a schoolday! I just need to spend more time doing rather than watching. Thanks again. Martin

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jop8625]

This is one of the most helpful videos I have seen. Thank you Paul.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks! - delighted to have helped!