how to paint and doodle loose florals + minimize paper buckling (beginner level)

are you still in a creative slump? this project is so easy, you will make batches of them! absolutely perfect for beginners as well.
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[@goldenbellsofatlanta1341]

I don't understand the "dislikes" on anyone's tutorial video. What is there not to like? I ask that as a serious question. This is your style, your personal work, if someone doesn't like it, move along. I just don't understand why someone would unlike it. I thank you for your tutorials. I wouldn't even know where to start if people like you didn't offer these how-to videos. I can develop my own style later, but I have to start somewhere, and I'm thankful that people like you are willing to offer this help. I'm inspired by what appears to be the ease of water colors.

[@susanstemmet6078]

Just found this video now. I am in awe of your work. I have just started doing some watercolour painting now at the age of 70 and today tried your flowers from one of your videos. (It was one with easy flowers) I was so surprised that I could paint them. Thank you so much. You cannot believe how happy you have made this old lady, especially with all the stress over the last year. I live in South Africa so can't get all the pens you mention but will do my best with what I have. I am so excited with all the videos I have to watch of yours now.

[@gmax758]

I agree with how helpful this video is. I am 78 and am returning to watercolor after many years. I’ve learned that I love using a flat brush. There’s something very liberating about this teacher. Thank you CeeCee.

[@Saige08]

@@gmax758 I am 72,and so excited to add watercolor painting to my well of creative pursuits. I am living my best life ever with time to do what delights and brings me joy. Thank you for these lovely and instructional videos that give me the inspiration to create. You are a wonderful teacher and I thank you for sharing your gift of watercolor painting. Much gratitude!

[@laurawgarts]

Doodles make them pop even more! Wonderful video, thank you!

[@shekitahackett6787]

I agree! I like the doodles. It adds interest to me

[@donnaperry1946]

I love this style of loose abstract florals. The technique is so pure, so simple. The result is astounding! I liked all the final result results. Each one created subtle differences in the final painting/bookmark. Thanks! ❤😊

[@kathleenmahan462]

I love the doodled book marks. They stand out remarkably. Thank you so much, CeeCee. You are inspiring.

[@margohill3149]

Yes, I still read books, and so to my friends. They love getting bookmarks and yours are a great inspiration. Also, sometimes I cut out book quotes (Google book quotes), and glued them onto the back. Things like “reading to the mind is like exercise to the body“ thank you ceecee!

[@susanmoulton4760]

I would never have believed that I could use my cheap Bee paper and get it so wet and it did not buckle. I was thinking it would not work because at first the paper did look very wavy while it was wet, but as it dried with the tape still on, it turned out perfectly flat. Thank you soooo much for this great and easy way to get amazing results.

[@sirgnome1114]

so relaxing tp watch and listen to you.....and inspiring....my favorite? The doodled ones....but then....they are all pretty. Yes....I still read books....what I love....is when I pick up an old book to read and come across a bookmark I had painted years ago!

[@sharonwatson4085]

Both are stunning but the doodled bookmarks won my heart! I appreciate your art tutorials! Please keep the “camera rolling!”

[@jeankellner4314]

I love watching you. I know I overthink and try to be too literal with everything I try to paint. I am new to watercolor and your creative style really helps me to see that loosening up and not being a perfectionist will actually help me to open up to discover and enjoy being creative. Bookmarks are great. I still read books too! In this tutorial, I liked the white guache ones best, but I do enjoy your doodles! So fun!

[@sharonhoward5283]

I am like one of your viewers, watching you paint is very soothing, and I fall asleep, but it is a good thing. I also love your music choices. 😊

[@Sheamarie]

I just found you. Love your book marks, I like both, probably I like the doodled ones best. I think they are your favorites too.

[@sheryljames7427]

I love them both equally. You made them look so easy, easy enough for a beginner so I'll give them a try! They will be perfect for a friend who is an avid book reader. Thank you for sharing your talent with us!

[@glenda7921]

I love the close up view, but as a beginner I would love to also see the palette & water , or basically everything that is happening when your brush disappears on the right.

[@esthercurnow4873]

Yes please!!!! Me too!!

[@marsleyholderman8917]

The pallet is there in the beginning and off and on throughout this video. She also mentions where she uses those colors.

[@miriammoore1261]

The softness of the nondoodled are the most beautiful. God Bless.

[@gilliancoates4182]

So pretty.

[@babettekesselhut6223]

I only just started water colouring and I am always impressed what the colours can do. When you started doodling I thought "oh no", but I really like the final result. The plain colour as well as the doodled ones are really beautiful. Thank you.

[@annaleejohnson7876]

They are both beautiful! I LOVE the doodled bookmarks best! Thanks for this tutorial!

[@idlewildwind]

I like the doodled ones best! Also, I think they look awesome laid out next to each other with the white background around each! Actually, instead of bookmarks, you could cut the painting and glue them up like that, maybe with some different widths of cut-outs. Reminds me of split panel quilts!

[@khardin23]

I love these! I think I like the doodled ones best. And I love bookmarks, too. One thing I do with cards people send me is cut the front covers into strips for bookmarks. I can pull one out and remember the card and who sent it to me. And I'm not just throwing them away.

[@annenglish2935]

They're both beautiful... ! Prefer just flowers, no ink! Thank you for sharing your gift with all of us 😄🌴🌺☃❄

[@friasmarty]

I love both but if I have to pick one I would say the non-doodle are my favorites! Thanks for sharing

[@happylucky7590]

That is a really smart trick/tip! Wetting first, that is. Thank you so much. And, your painting is so beautiful!

[@jackiecornwell5257]

They're absolutely beautiful! I love them both. I'm pretty new at watercolor painting and have never seen your technique of wetting the back of the paper and taping it to glass. I'm also trying to loosen my paintings up a bit and this is so helpful. I'm definitely going to give this a try as a few last minute Christmas gifts. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@lindsv]

Can't decide! They are both beautiful in their own way. Thanks for demonstrating.

[@skullingtonfly]

They are all gorgeous. I could not possibly choose which is my favourite ❤️

[@jolac46]

I love the result. Love both with and without doodling.

[@maricarbo]

I like your loose style and I’m going to do this tutorial to loosen my style up. My painting style is too tight.

[@karenhoward4761]

Even if I never try this I find this video very relaxing to watch and listen to.

[@annabodhi38]

You should have a contest and give some of your bookmarks away... I love them all. Thank you for the video.

[@jenmarcoli]

Absolutely love them. I’m a new painter and can’t wait to try these out. Thanks for sharing!

[@deborahcain3201]

Love your paintings.....I feel inspired to give it a try....I am a card maker....but these are sooooo pretty....love the way you trimmed them to be bookmarks and then showed them on a white background with spacing!!!!! thank you for the inspiration!!!!!!

[@annahitajasavala5854]

I loved the bookmarks all set out in a mix of doodled and non doodled - like a triptich or multipanel . very inspiring, thank you.

[@sherriwagner1483]

The doodle bookmarks really stand out for me! Thank u for sharing

[@anni50ful]

I do this style quite a lot and I make bookmarks so I'm pleased I stumbled upon your video, I do like the doodled one's best they are all lovely,Thank you☺ 🇬🇧

[@carolwieland2481]

LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! LOVE THE DOODLED ONES. I PAINT INTUITIVELY ALSO NEVER DRAW FIRST. I ALSO LOVE THE UNDOODLED ONES THANK YOU!!

[@judichristopher4604]

"WOW" BEAUTIFUL... I am so glad I came across your video... This shows just how you take different pens and accentuate each painting strip. "Amazing" Thank you so much for sharing these technique(s).

[@chrisreinhart5072]

I really enjoy watching you create beautiful pieces of art. You make it look so simple. I like the non-doodled bookmarks the best, although I love your doodling. It looks softer without the doodles, so it really depends on the look you are after.

[@anoos13]

Beautiful. I love both the doodled and the non- doodled. The loose florals have a lovely relaxing sense attached. 💐

[@marshamcdonald179]

These are so whimsical and fun, Cee Cee. Thank you for sharing your skills!

[@shirleybalinski4535]

Never painted before but, I'm ready to give it a try!! Love the none doodled ones best!! I'm a Senior but, I think I can do this!! Thank you.

[@margretmartin7572]

Love these!! All of them - drawn to the red flowers - thinking of poppies! ❤️

[@marilynrollo6278]

Doodles really add! Yes, they pop! TFS, this was fun to watch...quite inspiring to try!!!

[@angelau1194]

Just beautiful! I think the doodled ones just have the edge and yes I still read books - I love the feel and smell of them.

[@jennasosa7740]

I actually love both and I like them in alternate strips on the white background. It adds to the impressionistic feel.

[@coreyblackburn9953]

They are beautiful i love both the doodled and non doodle ones the combination pink and golden yellow is so pretty

[@lindawagoner3331]

I like the non doodle best myself and I still read a lot of books.. I think you like the doodled the best. Truly I love them ALL. Thank you for sharing.

[@evamariameszar3299]

Loved both of them! I really like loose florals, they are my favorites in some cases. Specially for beginners it’s a good way to start! Thanks for your teaching 🌷🌻🌼🌺

[@beadchck]

I can't have a favorite! They are all my favorite. Thanks so much for your instruction!

[@ladyofwildrose]

I LOVE the doodled flowers, 2nd from the end is my favorite. Hard to choose as I love them all and they look so great together! Ohhhhh...love the orangy red/green ones too! Love them all! ❣ ❣ ❣

[@esmeduplessis941]

I can only say wow. To choose is difficult. To me the doodles are more precise and modern and the others more dreamy. I like the fact of not overthinking, I can really get lost in overthinking. Thanks!

[@vickibrown2619]

BEAUTIFUL 😍 My favorite were the doodle. So striking with the black but the others were lovely as well.

[@julieleach9787]

Thanks so much for giving me a kick up the butt, artist block for 3 months

[@phillmaryhodges8091]

I enjoyed the demo, especially the tips about working quickly and not over-thinking the process. I have often scribbled on blah paintings to add some emphasis and perk them up but didn't know until now that it is an acceptable technique, so thank you.

[@sherryseiden8408]

I love your free and easy brushstrokes! SOOO beautiful!

[@juliehardy7510]

I like the paint flicking as it randomises the flowers. X

[@sharrycrna]

I am a non painter, but just created an amazing hummingbird after watching a few of your videos. Thanks for the inspiration💕

[@robertacrowley6927]

Just lovely. What a great approach and tutorial. I cant pick which I like better. These are both fabulous.

[@aurelieboisbunon2169]

I prefer the doodle ones, I think it gives a nice modern touch. Thanks a lot for the idea, I did it with my daughter and we both enjoyed it!

[@brennakohlhase4194]

Definitely should be in your top 5 videos-this is something anyone can learn to do-the best warm up exercise and also a great way to use up extra paint if you like to keep a “clean” palette between sessions! Love 💕

[@terrizattera1800]

Beautiful and inspiring. I love the doodled ones.

[@evcruz928]

Beautiful! I love the watercolor + doodles ❤️ Thank you for another inspiring video.

[@wendymaybury2132]

Only discovered your channel this week and I absolutely love it. I also really appreciate how you explain everything, consequently I'm having a go after a very long time. So thank you very much X

[@FannaTurano]

I am completely new to your yt channel here, and wanted to thank you for an idea that spawned a really lovely painting! You were misting your paper, using a small flat brush to create flowers. It was so pretty, I set up my painting area to recreate yours. As it is with ALL artists, we can never ever paint or have a final piece like the original artist! But! What DID happen was very cool! I misted my Bee 100% cotton 8x10ish spiral notebook on one page. Feeling puckish, I grabbed a few tins of Prima watercolors. And the final result was BEAUTIFUL. (my husband's opinion). I accidentally created a water scene resplendent with an usual baby blue clouded sky, fall trees, sloped grass hill, and a pond/creek area. Then I walked away. And my wc fairies stopped by and finished it. When I returned 2 hours later, I was astonished. So thank you very much CeeCee, as you helped me to add a new way to paint to put into my painting repertoire! And while I was unable to create your water drop flowers, I did a few more paintings in my new style (borrowed from you!), and love what's happened for me. I've not felt successful for some months, and this made me feel like a watercolorist again! :)

[@creationsceecee]

that's wonderful to read! thank you for visiting and i wish you many hours of creative fun!

[@DianeClancy]

Wonderful and inspiring, CeeCee!! I like the non-doodled the best. Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@inkynfrost3183]

I always love your doodles, they add so much character to your work :) I would enjoy seeing more watercolors enhanced with doodling!

[@sharondavis6775]

I love the doodled ones--the doodling adds a different layer of interest and talent. I love the idea of a library person giving out the bookmarks! I think any patron would be thrilled to have one.

[@leenesbitt519]

Absolutely stunning - I am mesmerized while watching you paint - love the doodling

[@josephinegrima308]

I love both but prefer the doodled ones. A very inspiring tutorial indeed. Hopefully when I try my hand at this, I'll get a similar amazing result. Thanks.

[@phyllismarony8948]

So glad I found your channel. Just binge watching today. Love your style. Can't wait to see more.

[@elkemariariesen]

I love all of your tips, grateful. Loose painting and loos doodling, I am flashed. You infected me with doodling, it’s so relaxing. Thanks 🤩

[@cindyward1256]

They are all lovely. They make we want to grab a book and do some reading...after being creative!

[@gbear768]

well I am a pen-aholic so I love the doodled ones, but the "plain" ones are also gorgeous! Gosh, I could just watch you all day and paint right along with you, as I often do. Lovely work!

[@snapout_of_it2079]

Your sooo inspiring! These turned out beautiful. I really like your doodling, it adds a whimsical feel. Thank you so much!

[@utakarshkumar5378]

It's difficult to say which one is more beautiful. Both are amazing

[@MMMMGood15]

Absolutely love this technique and can’t wait to give it a try! Especially like being able to create bookmarks as they make fun gifts and gift cards! I love your “doodle” paintings the best! Thank You! 🧑🏼‍🎨🎨 👩‍🎨

[@robinb7060]

all were great, but the doodles spoke to my heart. Thx for the video!

[@Vish-Maria]

Thank you for the tips! I never thought to use glass this way. I'll be trying it out!

[@creationsceecee]

it totally works for me. as long as you tape your work properly. make sure the edges of the glass are dry.

[@margaritavillacorta790]

I love the process and the end result. Great inspiration, thank you

[@xxMrsHuntxx]

The doodled bookmarks are my favourites, although I think they are ALL extremely pretty. Most of all, I love your laugh, it’s so infectious and natural. Can’t stop watching your videos, I’m a digital designer with not a lot of spare time, but you’re making me want to dust off my watercolour paints! Thank you - I’m inspired.

[@lobnachsa7735]

I at first was thinking the ones witout doodles were the best but actually the ones with doodles are amazing too. I love both. And yes I do love reading too. Thank you 🙏

[@ginahall7583]

I've never heard of wetting the back first to prevent warping. Genius! Thank you, not only for the tips, but for sharing this amazing project, and your incredible talent! The bookmarks are gorgeous! And yes, I still read physical books, too. Nothing better! 💜

[@susanmary4752]

I'm a doodler myself so I'm drawn to those but those red ones are stunning!! Love watching you work.

[@WildIrishToes]

These are stunning! My favs are the doodled ones but they are all gorgeous!!!

[@terryadams8413]

Oh those bookmarks are beautiful. Just beautiful

[@paulasherrod6835]

Your work is outstanding! It's a joy watching you work. Your vision and creativity is exceptional !!!

[@lyndakrozell7018]

I love them both , but I favor the black doodling .Thank you for the great lesson !

[@deannamunro8148]

Love the freedom in this - even when you used your markers, that sense of fun was still there.

[@sentwithlovefromrita3406]

I love the undoodled ones thank you so much for inspiring us to just have fun with water color!!!! Beautiful

[@DBeamW]

I've painted WC for years and this the first time I've seen the paper taped down and moistened on the back! Brilliant! Wonderful video! Thank you!

[@Barbarawr]

Do you still create an your WC or could you achieve a table? 😂

[@jeankennedy6598]

I always taped mine down. So much better to work on

[@amymartin8404]

Both versions are so beautiful, but I absolutely love the "character" of the doodled ones!

[@karenb8809]

These are so beautiful. My favorite are the doodled ones. I just love the details. Thanks for sharing your talent.

[@Linda-qq5mg]

The bookmarks are really gorgeous! Thank you for sharing these.

[@marilynblum8106]

They are all beautiful I love them

[@LisaThill]

First time seeing your art..really want to try, thank you for the inspiration.

[@soilgrasswaterair]

It made me so happy to hear you also read books. These days I have much less people to ask for books to read, and discuss books with...usually it’s Netflix this and Netflix that. I love to read outside in a park, at cafés, and it’s the last thing I do before bedtime. Edit: Spelling error.

[@dkd1231]

You are not alone

[@macreato911]

You are amazing! I am painting now! Wow. I can’t stop painting. Cards and bookmarks and a few small prints for now. What fun! Thank you.

[@Pasadenahitop]

The very best video I’ve seen to date. Excellent presentation talking over a video. Nothing tedious, no dreadful chat and very careful and measured. And the style and finished product-beautiful. This will be my go to for quite some time. Thank you.

[@tanisconway7810]

Loved this video - I'm always drawn to the doodling so those ones are my favourites! More please!!

[@lkam1351]

I like both, but prefer the non-doodles. Love your vids. Your voice is calming and relaxing, as is the music. Ty

[@Cchouette]

Good tips : Wet the underside of the sheet of paper 💡👍🏻 Thanks 🇫🇷🙂

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

I like bookmarks, too. All are lovely! Even though I love doodling, I like the non-doodled ones the best.

[@theresawatamaniuk6930]

Oh my CeeCee...these look fabulous!!! love them both but I am leaning towards the doodle florals...love your loose lines!