How to Paint a PERFECT Watercolor (as a BEGINNER)

[@tinyfacemcgee9211]

Amazing artwork. Amazing commentary. After taking your realism class I really understand better what you are doing! I’m going to put on some music and go into an art trance, even if it turns out like crud at least it will read as freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@LironYan]

Awesome!! So happy to hear 🙏😊 There are a lot of elements here that I also explain there, so it makes sense the two will connect ♥

[@followyourbrush]

Enjoying this a lot! “Engagement in the painting”…great quote.

[@YosemiteLee]

I love the way that you play Liron. Many artists do seek that brisk, free expression in painting. Some love the in-the-moment tactile enjoyment of the paint and brushstrokes but sacrifice realism. Others like plein air master Edgar Payne would create an entire 18x24” painting perfecting shape color, and value and then base the much larger painting from the tight, perfected painting. He said that he wanted to convey that he painted with ease and that he had more enjoyment of paint application after he had everything figured out. I’m still finding my way.

[@LironYan]

That's a great point, it seems there are different preferences. And creating a slow, detailed and realistic painting can be as engaged. I think I personally seek both (something I understand more and more as time goes on) How realistic can I make it with a direct approach (:

[@nancypeplau9747]

I think you are amazing to find any creative moment during this most difficult time! I pray for peace and safety of and your family and your country. Shalom

[@LironYan]

Thank you so much Nancy 🙏♥ Fortunately for me, painting is the one thing I can't stop doing, even if I tried

[@ramaehamrin]

What you said today aligns with the spiritual books I read. So glad I stumbled across you here on KZbin. Thank you for sharing your incredible gift!

[@LironYan]

Thank you so much & welcome aboard 🙏😊

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

Liron...what amazes me about your art is the connect or flow you move in your painting...from top to bottom...for that i suppose your quick judgement to choose exact colour or tones and mixing it so fast makes all the difference

[@LironYan]

Yes, that's where experience comes into the picture. I simply do based on what I see. That quick circuit is what allows the flow to come.

[@bparsons7337]

Thank you - this is so dynamic! I accidentally bought some hot pressed paper, which forced me to abandon the first wash, 2nd wash, 3rd wash plan and paint more like this - starting in the center and building out. It's much more rewarding, because you have to be so thoroughly engaged - no do-overs. I'm glad I didn't take the paper back.

[@stampinturtles]

I’m always telling my students to look at what they are painting. See it don’t think it. Lol. You are absolutely an art philosopher. You explore watercolor along with exploring ideas and thoughts. This painting is so intriguing and captures a feeling. I love it!

[@LironYan]

That's a great way of putting it! See it, don't think it. Brilliant 👏 Thank you 🙏

[@ScottFree45]

@@LironYan "You are absolutely an art philosopher" is also perfect to describe you Liron. Nicely stated @stampinturtles.

[@kimgalea6529]

Thank you Liron I enjoy watching you paint and I love all the different ways you teach us. I just turned on KZbin and you were talking about your love for Trevor Chamberlain. I also love his paintings. I want you to know we are praying for Israel and you. Thank you for continuing your work with us.❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@paulah317]

Thank you so much! Painting with you and standing with you in creativity and love. I'll be getting my mission gold set out today....It's been on the shelf too long!

[@LironYan]

Thank you Paula 🙏😊 I've been really enjoying these, didn't expect to love them so much

[@bethjames1088]

You make the photo come alive!

[@scorbett4370]

LiRon, I feel that you have entered a watershed phase in your painting. You seem to be closing in on a confident loose, free, intuitive and beautiful style, your own style, of watercolor painting. Thank you for sharing your thoughts so well as this painting developed before our eyes. I wonder if the situation going on around you is in some way condensing your understanding of the medium, your strong feeling of freedom, your style. (Thanks also for sharing your reaction to Mission Gold’s Verditer Blue. I had seen that color several months ago and wanted it then but didn’t buy it because I saw it as a convenience color. It is truly attractive in your painting.) Thank you for being you! Stay safe, stay strong. In peace and love, Sheila. PS I hope Ruth is doing well, and your family too.❤💜

[@LironYan]

Thank you so much Sheila! 🙏😊♥ I really appreciate it. It does feel like an interesting stage in my painting journey. I've been gradually shedding more and more unnecessary elements and what is left is closer to my true style. I do still have a way to go, in the best way possible. In my vision I see where I can develop in a relatively short period of time from now. Even more flow, immediacy and uninterrupted watercolor magic. I'm not sure how the current situation influences it, but it definitely does. When I AM engaged with the process, I'm far more engaged than I used to be. Also, thank you so so much for bidding on the painting 🙏

[@scorbett4370]

About the auction, for me, I’m a bit bummed that I didn’t check back before the deadline. It’s beautiful and so serene. I love trees. You create a lovely feeling in your paintings. I am happy for the person who got it though, lucky them!

[@earthrooster1969]

Love your approach. It's art for sake of having a fun and let things fall in place with a sense of serendipity...❤

[@LironYan]

Thank you ^_^

[@donnabuttons1]

Excellent commentary... you verbalise so well that which, when painting, is almost impossible to describe. Bless you dear Liron. ❤️🙏

[@LironYan]

Thank you so much Donna 🙏♥ Happy that aspect of the lessons also improves

[@ConniePullella]

You really brought that photo to life in the most beautiful way! Love it!

[@LironYan]

Thank you Connie! 🙏♥

[@DianeMeadows-h9r]

Loved the way you simplified the car shapes-- it's so effective. Once again, Liron, your colours are so gorgeous and thank you for always so generously sharing. Beautiful, lively painting. Stay safe.

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

There is such a benefit in knowing what your brush will do. When I was teaching oil painting the first class on the syllabus was " make love to your brush" . I wanted everybody to know how to prepare a new ( or old) brush, what marks their brushes would make ( pressure etc.) , how much paint would be held ( especially with the changing viscosity) , then proper cleaning for extending the life of the brush. Play time..hello btush...,

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

I wish I had a photo of my late husband on his Harley to have painted....wide shoulders and fringed jacket and boots...flying in the wind.....,.stay safe Liron.

[@LironYan]

@Diane Thank you so much 🙏😊 Usually I have the most fun painting shapes directly like that. And I know that if I preceived them accurately, by not painting cars but rather details - a car will appear 🎨 @Marjorie - Indeed, knowing the range and capabilities of your brushes has a big part here! Would have loved seeing that photo & maybe painting it, sounds badass!

[@DianeMeadows-h9r]

You are such a master of your craft, Liron. I also have a Mijello mission gold set & the colours are intense, vibrant & gorgeous. I believe they are a Korean brand.

[@judithpool8177]

@ I am listening to this painting together for the third time. I do not know why but this demo, class painting together was exactly what I needed to get over my feeling Stuck in the result and not being happy by what the result was from yesterday's picture I painted❤.אין עליך

[@bethjames1088]

I love that brush!

[@silverleafmaple]

I love the inspiration! Nice to see you today, Liron. Your videos are making me more confident as time goes by :)

[@LironYan]

Amazing to hear, thank you Catherine! 😊🙏

[@katekorg]

Thank you for such a cleared description video! 🙏 It's makes me enthusiastic about my further practice 🥰

[@LironYan]

Thank you Kate! 🙏😊

[@btwilks]

Thanks for another great video, Liron - I'm so glad that the continuing, albeit intermittent, bursts of creative impulse provide some comfort as you navigate through this sad and worrying time. Hopefully we can all eventually return to more peaceful pastures - until then, stay safe friend - Brian.

[@LironYan]

Thank you so much Brian 🙏♥ Always appreciate the kind words ^_^ Amen to that

[@CarNerd7]

absolutely Lovely and Amazing piece!! I love your thought process and how free you are while painting!

[@janinewilson8647]

Amazing painting showing movement in this Liron. I want to thank you for the tip about using the whole of the brush ( as in doing her helmet) rather than just the tip of the brush. I have struggled there but now thanks to you I have a solution to practise. You and your family are in my thoughts every day. Thank you again.

[@LironYan]

Awesome, so happy to hear ^_^ There are so many small "tricks" like this, and discovering them makes the process inherently freer. This is why I recommend heavy experimentation, these nuggets, when discovered spontaneously and through one's own experience are even more impactful.

[@patlatour2465]

Thank you for this, I do not have any art formation but this hit home as I paint this way by just exploring and using what I have, so interesting to see you paint and see how you take your painting to the next step 😊my love of flowers has taken me into very many different directions they are my favorite. ❤😊

[@LironYan]

Amazing, happy to hear! Exploring what you find fascinating simply leads to more interesting results and growth ^_^

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

For me watercolour is unique because of the glow and tonal variations look untouched by us...its spontaneous on paper after the brush lands pigments on the surface

[@derekcutsinger3511]

I really enjoy this format. Thank you!

[@artieross9537]

Liron, I love your style.

[@LironYan]

Thank you 🙏😊

[@lisabennett5078]

Love your ability & willingness to talk about your process. This explains why my white horse last week turned out so well, about an hour and completely engaged with him. You do know you can turn any reference photo clothes into the colors you want (like blue and orange), seems you never pull that card. And wondering why you didn’t tape this down? It slipped a bit, seems like it would have been useful.

[@LironYan]

Thank you Lisa! 🙏😊 As for the colors, I sometimes make minor changes. But I usually snap photos of things I like, so no change is required for the most part. As for not taping, I find it easier to pick up the piece of paper and tilt it to control the flow. (As opposed to picking up the entire board). Just a quirck I started having lately haha, not sure why but I feel closer to the painting if I can directly grab the paper.

[@lonnieash]

Nice painting and narration Liron!

[@LironYan]

Thank you! 🙏

[@K5VGU]

Very cool! I think part of the journey for me is actually picking (or framing) the subject in a meaningful way. How much effort is used in composing a painting for you?

[@LironYan]

Interesting! This was indeed cut from a larger photo. But it took about 20 seconds. This one was easy because I know I wanted her to be the focus and in the center. But if I have multiple points of interest, I tend to go for something a little more nuanced (usually the rule of thirds works well for me). But even that takes about a minute. I think at the end of the day - it's a sense / taste that develops with some experiment and trial and error. And at that point it's effortless ^_^

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

Liron...every medium has its own potential...engagement with the painting could be more in other media too..however i suppose the intensity of the moment has to be watercolour as Time and precision in deciding exact tones..quickly creates the timeline...maybe...

[@LironYan]

Yes, exactly! No doubt every media has its own form of engagement. The one difference is the short timeframe that allowes for more in watercolor, as an inherent quality of the medium.

[@followyourbrush]

Beautiful aspect of laziness! 🤣❤️. Love it!

[@LironYan]

Haha indeed 😝

[@justins8404]

this painting turned out amazing! i have trouble with making the sketch underneath my paintings, which makes them fall apart

[@LironYan]

I've been recently enjoying completely dumping the sketch stage and simply painting directly (: Will talk more about it in upcoming vids. As for this one however, I was lazy and traced it ✏

[@jodyrao2461]

Love your videos so much! Thank you , think of Israel every day with support and love.

[@LironYan]

Thank you so much Jody 🙏♥ It's been a tough year or so, I really appreciate it

[@Patrickkind78]

Liron my brother, this was excellent. Can you do a picture of Jewish men praying at the wailing wall ?

[@LironYan]

Thatnk you so much my friend 🙏 If I find such a scene that visually inspires me - I sure will!

[@ScottFree45]

💙🙏

[@christshandmaiden]

Beautiful

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

Its called scooter in india 😅