How to Paint a Rainy Street Scene in Watercolour

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Paint a Rainy Street Scene in Watercolour by Professional Artist Paul Clark
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[@GretchenBender-zl8nw]

Good morning Paul , you never cease to amaze us !!! This will be a fun little exercise I can’t wait to see the album fill up! Thank you always Paul , May God continue to bless you and Margot and keep you healthy and safe !!! ❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Very kind - thanks Gretchen

[@dmortelli1]

Thank you Paul for an amazing video! You do a great job explaining and also including information on the video visually. It shows the time and care that you take putting it together. The subject and technique was also amazing! Inspiring!! Great job and I look forward as always for another post. 🎨🖌️☀️🌙⭐️🌎

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cameroholic67]

It's always amazing to me how adding those few little highlights at the end with the white pastel pencils really seem to make the paintings come to life. Another wonderful piece of art, thank you for sharing and giving Wednesdays such a great start!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@angiemoore1644]

Watercolor Wednesday finally!! Been waiting all week for today and, as usual, you brought us another amazing piece. I’ve never painted a scene like this before but I certainly want to “give it a go!” You make it look so easy. I really appreciate how you take the time to explain color mixing techniques. I’m not a trained artist and I learn by doing and watching tutorials. Thank you for your time and effort- now looking forward to next Wednesday!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So pleased to hear Angie - thanks!

[@jilliandane3737]

The colors you mixed give a charming effect on the mood of the painting. A terrific way to illustrate rain falling on the streets. Many thanks to you again for another stunning piece of art and another great Wednesday of watercolor.

[@stampinturtles]

What a lovely painting!! And I really enjoyed watching you paint it. The lifting out to create the lights is so helpful. I’ve been commissioned to paint a lighted Christmas tree. So this technique might help achieve that light coming from the tree. Would love to see all three of your paintings side by side. Each one I’m sure is unique. Funny thing it’s been raining here for days now. Which is good because we’ve had a horrible drought. Not too good for the rainiest city in the US. Wishing you and Margot a mauvilous and blessed day. 🙏🏻💜

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lovely - thanks as always Jacquline!

[@warthog99932]

Wow, never tried an urban picture before and this one certainly looks a challenge, but as you say "what could possibly go wrong" . If it does go a bit pear shaped then there seems to be a lot of drying interludes that may involve a bit of gin. I have to say Paul, I have watched and tried to do justice to many of your paintings, in my humble opinion you are one of the best artists on KZbin, not only because of your fantastic paintings but the fact that you show every step of the way in detail, not that many go to so much trouble, and you also have a great sense of humour. I can not sketch for love nor money so it is so kind that you share your sketch's. Please keep up the good work, I always look forward to my Wednesdays. Cheers Brian.

[@deborahamaral8470]

I totally agree!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@AnnThorsson]

Wow! What an amazing tutorial and artwork. Thanks for the lesson on how to mix purples. And I love how you have captured the light, shadows and reflections. You are truly gifted!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@user-xt4ot5hb5s]

What a gorgeous painting. Love the colours(my favourite in watercolours), just wish I knew how to photoshop. Intensifying the colours on the right made the whole painting pop. You have just demonstrated, once again, that less is more(the buildings) which looks far more realistic. Thank you for generously sharing your amazing talent.👏👏

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So pleased you enjoyed it!

[@JaneofArc]

I love this! I've been doing sketches and studies of rainy day scenes like this recently. Those darker values you applied at the end pulled me right into the scene with more depth, and I love the richness that the washes just before that added.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@williambalogh9293]

Well done. This greatly exceeded my expectations which were quite high to begin with. Smashing. Absolutely brilliant.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ginabrees5865]

Really appreciate a tutorial that does not take too long to finish. Looking forward to doing this one.

[@DarietaBand]

Amazing lesson from amazing artist!

[@daisybuchanan4396]

Your rainy cityscape is my favorite! I can’t wait to try this one

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@barbaraonisko7441]

Wow the contrast of the figures … soo stunning… there is nothing in this pic that isn’t spectacular. The left umbrella with light on top…beautiful…

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@susanwinter5931]

Love the picture, the two figures, which looked so simple todrawand paint, looked like they would be walking off the paper at any minute, so clever.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - thanks!

[@jerryaubill163]

I love your work. Beautiful picture, thanks for posting.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!

[@anilvinayakan1701]

painting ! Loose and brave use of colours! Thanks for the Video. 🙏

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@personalgrowthcourseskmf5443]

Great exercise. I'm just getting started with WC, but I'll try this. Thank you so much!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy!

[@veroniquegauthier1427]

Wow !!! I love it so much ! Thank you Paul !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure!!

[@gloriapoling8148]

Reflections are one of my favorite things to paint wonderful tutorial I can almost hear the pitter patter of the rain. Cheers.

[@parvinarabestani6073]

Thank you Paul for this wonderful video 🍀

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@annalitvinova3021]

I can not express how much I am in love with ur works and video explanation!!! Thank u so much for opportunity to see it all

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊 many thanks Anna!

[@annalitvinova3021]

Wish one day to join ur painting holiday plain air @@ArtbyPaulClark )

[@j.b.abraham4175]

Absolutely beautiful. Very mauvey and moody indeed. That has been one of my favorite tutorials, I love that atmospheric feel in a painting. Thank you for sharing that.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lindabancroft562]

Brilliant tutorial, can’t wait to try it 👏🏻👏🏻⭐️⭐️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@SharonH11100]

By jauve ~ a perfect coincidence with the first RAIN of the year in San Jose, California! Quite sybaritic … thank you💁🏼‍♀️💕🦋

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for that Sharon!

[@schnook-in-boots1027]

Ugh ----- the weather. Been raining here in my little patch of Deutschland for nearly 4 weeks. Today the sun came out for a bit so painting has been put on the back burner for now. Need my Vitamin D. I learn so much from your vids ---- plus, you always make me feel like I can do it too! Thanks!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - many thanks ... stay warm and dry!

[@neilcarpenter8457]

Wow Paul you pulled another rabbit out of the hat with this one, so atmospheric I felt the rain i was so engrossed when l looked down I had spilt some coffee down my trousers!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ValerieClarke-rw1do]

Thanks again Paul for stretching me, being one who often gets too bogged down in detail ! 🙏😀👍

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure!

[@dennismoryc6892]

I loved the mauve rainy day scene. I brought my watercolors to Florida USA on holiday. I only have 5”x8” paper to try some small pictures. Thanks for all your tutorials.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Sounds great! thanks

[@SuchaDoofus]

Astounding Paul - you have have such a great eye and I really like how you explain your thought processes and adaptations as the painting goes on. Thank you for this inspiring video.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@lizhopewell0507]

Excellent Paul. If it took you three goes, I don't think I stand much of a chance on this one! Liz

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You can do it Liz!

[@snezanavlasotince7039]

Uhhhh....sooo beautiful !

[@mlarks28]

Great video Paul, Those figures really launch themselves out of that terrific backdrop. Lovely job.

[@87Erdbeerschnute]

Amazing Colours and beautiful scenery!!!! I have to try this one.❤❤❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Have fun!

[@Jewish-Bandera]

Dear Paul, thanks for great tutorials and support of Ukraine. Good Bless You, Happy New Year!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure! ... happy to help and same to you!

[@RicheUK]

Amazing piece of Art Mr Clark.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much!

[@christinerolf9348]

Hi Paul from sunny Spain, another great inspiring video,cant wait for Wednesdays to come, thankyou really apreciate your vids.😊

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@marie-claudehenrichon3743]

Such a great painting and demo !!!! Thank you ❤❤❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you too!

[@brianholka7004]

Amazing tutorial. Love the color scheme and the tilting of the board is a must. Going to try my own composition but using these techniques. Thanks as always!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@akritikuikel8506]

I have made the lavander field by watching your video. Right now i couldnot afford high quality material. So i just use normal drawing sheet and $4 paint from supermarket. And i just got amazed. It turned iut so so beautiful. I wish i could attach the picture here. Thank you so much for amazing tutorial.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great job! ... well done!

[@nickeynon4086]

Fabulous paul definitely having a go at this one

[@pegsmith8401]

This is an amazing painting. I absolutely love it. For me it's the best I've ever seen you do.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@billclouter3880]

Wow! Purple Gin. who knew? Thanks for another great tutorial. Looks challenging but I might just have to give it a go. Barb

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Have fun Barb!

[@beatmessify]

Another masterclass, which is so interesting just to watch. The best part is that your students ask the right questions, and all your KZbin subscribers benefit. It's the perfect combination: talent and live students.

[@dorooutoftheblue]

And there is the video I've been waiting for all wednesday morning ... 😄 As always, a lovely tutorial! Thank you so much! It's fascinating, how a few strokes with the white pencil bring it all together in the end.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much!

[@mrredithhall7115]

Paul thanks for lesson, purples & mauves

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure!

[@dazzlingshining1061]

Thank you very much. I enjoyed watching your style of drawing and painting with watercolors

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@lherzog27]

Thank you! We live in a very dry area of our country! Very inspiring and informative as always! We value your help as always! Layer upon layer and spritzing for texture! Awesome!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you

[@MariaGolikova17]

Paul, thank you so much for such an inspiring tutorial! I love this dampness in the air, this floating, elusive light and magical shades of mauve!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@anindoador5290]

Your artworks are so amazing sir. Love from Bangladesh.

[@user-oo3jz6ep5b]

So Beautiful Drawing ❤😊

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

Dont know how i missed this but so glad i found it , gonna give this a try. Thanks Paul! Cheers! 😊 🥃

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@CrystalCurry-dm5gw]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@cheribarh3681]

How beautiful!❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! 😊

[@01bmw325xi]

Really liked your direction regarding how each time you did this it came out differently and your group found this piece difficult . Good advice.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@beanie5677]

Fabulous painting……as always

[@moniquebreau71]

My goals!!! Stunning!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much!

[@theresedaamen4172]

Thank you so much. I am new to art. I have done 4 colour paintings and have so much to learn. I really enjoyed your tutorial and painting techniques.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@Goaks8128]

Reminded me of 'movember' :) Thank you, finished product is amazing.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like it!

[@ericbromley1309]

Hi Paul, great tutorial as always. Rainy scenes can be challenging but rewarding when they work.

[@conniemesce4093]

WOW, so beautiful! ❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Connie!

[@sharontoombs753]

Amazingly beautiful. Thank you❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@user-qu2rk1om9d]

Just many thanks.

[@melindaelliott6680]

Beautiful ❣️I just love your painting and style of teaching. I'm a bit of a perfectionist and tend to focus on the details too much. I'm new to painting and tried to paint loose style with not much success. You're style is somewhere in between and I just love it. Get well soon ❣️

[@arundel6640]

❤❤❤❤❤ it..... I can't do anything with humans or animals. But you've shown me, how to do it!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear!

[@joannepeyton1654]

Hi Paul: This painting is fabulous! The way you captured the mood of fog, headlights, wet streets, and figures in the rain is amazing. Love the fact that only five colors were used. So appreciate you helping out with the drawing part. BTW, your cocktail looked luscious! Thank you so much for sharing. 💜😎🇺🇸

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it Joan!

[@johnsullivan4413]

Thanks so much, Paul! When I woke up today I said "Yes!" and gave the day a thumbs up because I knew it was watercolor Wednesday!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome

[@zenkittystudiowithdarklily1110]

Lovely. I love the purple and golden yellow colors. I will try this. Mauvevember! How clever.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! 😊

[@pandurangansatish2973]

What a coincidence ! It is monsoon time where I live.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lol!!! - stay dry!

[@1fredricka]

Beautiful my favorite color, Thank You for sharing your amazing skill!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@SebA-qh4rd]

Such inspiring teaching! Thank you

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@GKganesan]

I am just starting out in painting. At the age of 64. I loved your ‘teaching’ video. Thank you ever so much. Greetings from Wet and Rainy Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!!!

[@tracye1866]

Absolutely love this one!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like it!

[@patsmith3939]

❤ enjoyed this one a great deal...passes on the mood a great deal. I could hear the rain before you did the sound. Hope to try soon. Thanks! Parick😊

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@patlatour2465]

Wonderful tutorial thank you for the exercise in mixing blues and red I understand now how they can go vibrant, I will give it a try for sure thank you for making my art journey enjoyable.❤😊

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@phillipclouse7718]

Wow! Just discovered your channel about 2 weeks ago. Learning watercolor and this is sooooo different than my meticulous pencil work. I think I will attempt this according to your video. Love your work!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@wendiebs]

Gave this one a go. I've never quite tried this style. A unique experience. Maybe not my favorite. I think detail/ control is best for my brain! 😮 great teaching as always tho. Thank you

[@yiolapitta7222]

Very successful ! It looks like it's telling a story.....

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

I think so too! ... many thanks!

[@thewritejohansen8054]

I'm gonna stay in on a Saturday night and binge-watch Paul Clark videos. Wild weekend plans! Thanks for a great video and for generously sharing your knowledge!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure - hope you enjoy them!!!!

[@geoff8062]

Amazing Paul thank you

[@janetarrant1]

Loved watching this. Just started painting again at 77.After 60+ years in Surrey, I'm basking in 30° and sunshine here in South Australia. Blue seas, red parched earth and cliffs, hazy mountains and some green farmland.

[@robinwashburn8804]

Ooooooh! This looks fun! Hard. But fun.🤭

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Go for it!!!

[@lilybelle6495]

Every time you showed the finished painting in the corner I thought it was the reference photo! That's incredible. The detail you got on the backpacks without really having many details at all... that's mind blowing. I have learned so much from your book and your tutorials. A thousand thank yous.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much! - delighted to help!

[@charlottemccartney9076]

Very helpful explanation of colour mixing at the beginning and as usual, a great painting!! And I must try some of that unusual looking Parma violet Gin!!🍸

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

It's good stuff!

[@geoffmitchell6515]

Thank you Paul

[@monalisaamin6440]

Thanks for the rainy painting

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊

[@hollyboysonboyson960]

As always Paul Clark...Brilliant and Esquisit, from America!

[@jlighthouse9458]

Lovely painting ! Thank you !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you too!

[@conny7185]

😊Dankeschön Paul für diese wunderbare Vorstellung !

[@mariamata6700]

Beautiful, very good

[@pavlabedrichova747]

I've been looking for a walkthrough for characters in a night lighted street, this is perfect. Exelent, Paul! thank you and hapy new year!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks, you too!

[@josephcollins6033]

As I watched this I had to remind myself several times to breathe- from amazement and also fear. I keep thinking, "Oh, he is going to yell at me for "fiddling"!" This is an incredible lesson in many ways. Your paining made me gasp. Thanks a million, and here's a coffee. 😘😘

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks J - glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the tip!

[@marie-laurereinisch6305]

😮 Tank you Paul ! Again a great lesson of patience with all the different layers to apply with drying time in between ! Looks easy ,but of course it’s not😂

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So pleased to hear - thanks!

[@zalwanizz]

Wow..as if you know i needed this. Thank you Paul. I am fascinated by city scapes painting which i find so difficult to learn. This is one fantastic tutorial. Layering and lifting. I will try that. And i am always in awe how you could achieve such good looking colours with basic primary colours.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome

[@ann-cathrinehaglund8749]

Wow!!! I had so much fun painting after your lesson today. Thank you for this lovely tutorial!!!

[@parthapratimghosh3166]

Marvellous, amazing painting

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@elaandersson5888]

Lovely painting ☔💜🎨

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear - thanks!

[@indranichaudhuri4678]

Mesmerizing episode. It is a wonder to watch it come alive with every brush stroke

[@rositsazlatanova1146]

The figures look so real!