How to paint buildings and trees in watercolour easy watercolour

Watercolour Demonstration for beginners and more advanced painters. This demo shows you have to paint buildings, trees , water and reflections. / purewatercolour
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[@fransvanzyl9993]

It is the most informative demonstration for me, a beginner in waterclour, that I have come across to date. Congratulation. Incidentally: I am 78 years old, and I took up scetching with graphite and watercolour painting some 7 months ago. It changed my life for the better. I have a new lease on life!

[@teknitulaspacenoise]

Vriendelike groete van Auckland, New Zealand. Is julle nog in Suid Afrika, Frans?

[@femdogs2562]

This is so amazing to hear, i started at 19 and was worried I was a bit late to the game. You sir are inspiring, have a blessed day x

[@femdogs2562]

Mar Bro people like you deserve all the misery but no company, please get a life

[@judypersian3046]

Thank you for your explanations . This was a real pleasure to watch. I will follow you.

[@lisacanterbury873]

Hi Patrick, no I m not a painter. But I loved art at school, and now I ve started art lessons once a week. I m really enjoying it.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Lisa Canterbury Its funny how we love something at school drop it then go back later in life. I am pleased to hear your enjoying it any questions please don't hesitate to ask :)

[@barbaraverser1056]

I was introduced to you by Liron Yanconsky, from whom I also love to learn. I cannot wait to wake up tomorrow and start painting Diglis Locks, and to explore more of your website! Thank you for this tutorial. I love this painting!

[@michaelduxbury3525]

I used to paint many years ago and have taken it up again after having early retirement thrust upon me due to ill health. I enjoy watching your videos as I find them inspirational and educational. Please keep them coming.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thanks Michael I am pleased you find the videos helpful. I am sorry to hear about your health issues as you know watercolour is a rewarding and interesting way to spend some of your days. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@gretchengetsinger7938]

I'm a painter and enjoy the change of perspective I get from watching you paint. Thank you for great running commentary

[@danakolpin1289]

Great painting. The darker colors really make the difference. I learn every time I watch you. Dana

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thanks Dana, diglis lock is one of my most favorite places to paint Plein air

[@geoffgray2417]

It was a good exercise in keeping the painting simple but with all of the detail required so our minds could see what was a most pleasant scene ....I enjoyed watching and now to use what has be shown

[@francoisederocher]

True: a picture is worth 10 thousand words. I learn so much by watching you work and you make it look easy. HA HA! :)

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Francoise de Rocher Thank you for your comment. Once you have learnt the basics getting the right strength of colour, colour mixing, different techniques like dry brush and wet in wet it is relatively easy. The secret is just relax and don't put pressure on yourself to produce a great painting every time you sit down, experiment and have fun for me that's what its all about.

[@margaretcastleton1659]

Found this demo excellent for an introduction to a simple building and trees watercolour.

[@TIme2BelieveInMe]

I like simple! Lol. Especially when it comes to watercolor. Thank u for your kind effort in putting your painting process on video for those who are in need of guidance and inspiration to paint. Best wishes!

[@gloriavillarreal206]

Hi Patrick, This was my first time watching you. You make it seem very easy. Your a great instructor, and you explain ever thing as you go along which makes it easy to follow. Thank you

[@lisacanterbury873]

Beautiful, I love this picture, really tranquil. I love your buildings and skies, and water. All of it . Really enjoy watching. Always lovely colours too.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Lisa Canterbury Thank you very much for your positive comments. Are you a painter?

[@antonyhilton2218]

This just what I need as I'm teaching a small class in water colour I am a painter of meany years this helps teach this sort of simple style thank you

[@christinemontgomery8161]

Thank you very much. I found this very encouraging. You made it very interesting to see the detail that make a basic painting so special to a beginner. I'm so looking forward to viewing your other demonstrations now. Will keep me quiet for a good while!

[@mattybatty1234]

Love the way you broke it down and simplified it, the effect of working in stages like this makes it so much easier... And the overall effect is amazing.. Brilliant video, and thank you for sharing!

[@Luvmykidz03]

Beautiful painting and you are a great instructor. I am back to learning how to watercolor. Love it. Thank you for sharing your talent with us all.

[@joycejohnson7017]

Really enjoyed this …a quick painting before starting my day. Learned a lot about painting trees! Thank you so much.

[@ErinneKennedy]

I like how you keep using the word simple. Makes one remain calm! I enjoyed watching it!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Erinne Kennedy-Dock Hi Erinne I like to keep things simple Icant cope with anything other. Thanks for your kind comment :)

[@maggiemorgan8337]

Hello Patrick, Your instructions and demonstration are soooooo helpful. So supportive and reassuring. I even like when you recognize a mis-stroke, comment and show how you make an adjustment. I didn't even make a drawing, I just followed your process and had one "ah-ha" moment after another. I've always loved the ephemeral nature of watercolour but never cracked the way to make it more light-filled and fluid. I hated the way what I was seeing and sensing turned out heavy, solid and rigid. I will definitely be following your channel. Wonderful. Cheers, Maggie in Melbourne, Australia

[@61sgcust]

I enjoy your videos immensely Patrick. Watching you work and comment as you do is very helpful and is helping me as I return to painting after a thirty year hiatus. Many thanks!

[@marycaloiaro7253]

I loved this painting demo. it was extremely helpful. I will be back for more!!! I love the way you explain every detail. I am a beginner and your teaching has helped me tremendously. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Mary Caloiaro Thank you Mary. I am pleased your finding some value in my demos , I am even more pleased your going to come back for more :) Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@mapeandrews3951]

More than a year after you made it this is still one of my go to videos. I hope that you will keep making some like this from time to time. Like ho to interpret and simplify a scene and also how to choose the combination of colors so it looks OK. Thank you again!

[@adeleking6050]

Absolutely beautiful work....delicate touch....Wonderful !!!!

[@emismith2682]

Great tutorials Patrick! Thanks for sharing so much knowledge. I usually paint in oil but lately, I have been very curious about watercolor techniques. I feel that I can become a better artist just by practicing with any medium. Somehow watercolor makes me feel that freedom to experiment. Your art is very inspiring, beautiful!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

emi smith Thanks emi, I am the opposite way around i love to experiment at times with oils I really enjoy the control you can have over oils. I agree after i have painted with oils when i return to watercolour I have a new sense of freedom again. This is what makes painting such a endless fun. Please check back for more videos in the future.

[@rameshbandekar1557]

Very nice. Thank you very much for Teaching us.. God bless you.

[@sharonolsen6579]

This has been a truly educational video.. I have learned so much from it. Your simplification of the steps involved, and great instruction and commentary has been invaluable! Thank you for all the time and effort that went into creating and posting it! cheers! :)

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Your more thank welcome. I am pleased you enjoyed the video Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@fiona1269]

Thank you so much. This is a very good watercolour demonstration. I learned how to do a house painting now!

[@johnkelly3178]

Thank you very much I enjoyed it so much, i have just started painting not yet completed my first. I have found the hardest part is mixing the colours, you guys make it look so easy. Although you keep saying its simple i need more instruction but thank you.

[@Aparecida1289]

It's amazing...congratulation! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@barlasa6113]

Thank you so much for an awesome video. I appreciate all your hard work, style of teaching and nice end result.

[@suescraftstuff]

Thank you for this Tutorial. I am new to watercolours and approached it as if I were using acrylics, by painting each section bit by bit, now I know that you use layers, I totally love watercolour now and the effects I can achieve and the colour combinations by mixing !! will be following you for more great tips and ideas. thank you again

[@teknitulaspacenoise]

I don't think you overused the word "simple". By reiterating the word, you are reassuring newbies such as myself; and removing loads of self doubt and fear of failure. Warm regards from Auckland, New Zealand.

[@dawnbird4058]

Hi very nice... I’ fairly new at watercolour...love it....it’s exactly the medium that suits me... I am going to attempt this painting.👌

[@DavidSmith-kf3ey]

Thank you so much for showing your reference material...it makes it so much more enjoyable to watch the process when you know what the end product is supposed to be. Very helpful...tfs Marylin Smith

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Your welcome David thanks for watching

[@dlillianb1368]

I really like this one…. Very nice, thanks for all the tips and encouragement

[@ireneziegler5405]

Wonderful. I loved seeing the abstract paint shapes become representational. Is there a reason, other than technical, why we cannot see the reference picture as you paint? It would help me see how dark values over basic washes bring the ref picture into focus. Love your videos. Thank you for sharing your talent in this generous way.

[@alisonjames8082]

Really enjoyed watching this demonstration. Find it very helpful to watch your process.

[@LironYan]

Thanks for another beautiful demo! I was wondering - I've noticed for a while that you tend to use a relatively smaller brush, even for larger areas. Why, and how do you ensure the washes are even? I actually tried the same, and loved the fact that I can get a nice variety on larger washes (with a smaller brush), but it's also risky, as some of the wash may dry before you finish it. Thanks again, love all of your vids!

[@keithpayne4143]

Nice one Patrick, I really enjoyed watching 👍🏻

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Keith Payne Thanks keith. Have you also been watching Sort Of Interesting dan the guy with the narrow boat? I really enjoy his videos :)

[@harpaint]

Very nice. It's great that each one you do shows something new to learn. Thanks.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

harpaint Thank you and sorry for the late reply Just returned from a few days in the New Forest we were lucky with the weather too!! Its really good to hear that you have been able to take something from my videos. Keep watching more coming in the future!

Great video! You have brushes that are almost identical to mine 😄 This inspired me to paint a similar house near Bishop's Quay, here in Ireland. Thank you so much!

[@tillygirl56]

So much fun to watch you paint. Your process is so smart and relaxed. Beautiful!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

tillygirl56 Thank you very much. I've been out today cycling and doing some plein air painting still have to edit the video . Not sure what it will turn out like!!

[@tillygirl56]

That is another great thing, we get to see the beautiful area where you live. Can't wait to see it.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Worcestershire is beautiful. Yesterday the sun was shining it was a perfect day for painting outside. The video will be live on KZbin in a couple of days. 😊

[@nelidafelizia8395]

¡Hermosa pintura Patrick! Me parece maravilloso cómo trabaja los detalles en los árboles y la vegetación. Felicitaciones al gran artista!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Nélida Felizia Gracias de nuevo. Me gusta mucho las reflexiones de pintura. Más vídeos vengan por favor venga a por más !

[@raybeaumont7670]

Needs a shadow on the end of the outhouse? Light on the post is opposite to that on the building? I like the simplicity of the washes and the minimal detail. Great tutorial for beginners.

[@maniok1977]

Nice video to watch. As a beginner is very important to really keep things simple. You encourage me to continue painting 🎨! I'll definitely try this one!

[@DanielOliveira-lk3tg]

Perfect guide for watercolour enthusiasts. Thanks!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thanks Daniel I am pleased you found it useful

[@sherryburnett6088]

I loved it! Thank you. Lots of useful tips.

[@drewstallard5485]

This was a wonderfully helpful video. I love your style of painting!

[@rscott7005]

Wonderful! So inspiring!!! I will watch this one again and again.

[@dennisergas3777]

Patrick very nice technique. Thanks for the demonstration.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Dennis Ergas Thank you for watching I am pleased you find some value in my videos :)

[@kennytowns3309]

Nice work..it looked like you were enjoying working on this composition

[@rosamillard4911]

Thank you so much Patrick, another great video. I have been watching your videos throughout lockdown, from simple clouds to scenes like this. It is amazing how much improvement has been made and all thanks to you!!!!!!!! Also you used to live in the Scillies???? We have been going there all my life

[@elizabethbradbury7765]

I think you are brilliant and inspiring. Thank you!

[@reemsmith3556]

Very beautiful! , thanks for posting.

[@cotswoldsretreat5670]

A lovely demonstration Patrick. You make it look, what's the word I'm looking for? Simple! You have a nice pace and flow; unhurried and relaxing and I can learn a lot just from that aspect of your painting alone. Can you please advise if you have a link to the drawing or picture so that I may have a go myself. Best regards.

[@rstout42]

Patrick I’m wanting to get back into landscalpes again and it is wonderful watching you tibv

[@malcey12]

Hi Patrick. I've just found you on KZbin. Wow I love the way you paint. I've just started to paint watercolor. Have you written a book on watercolor painting?

[@stephenwelham]

Lovely simple approach to very effective watercolourRegards steve

[@lindagreenwood9055]

Thanks Patrick-enjoyed doing this painting though I find I cannot get a good strength of colour as you do-I am sure I don't use enough pigment !

[@vklim7723]

thanks man! I love ur works!

[@TheSentinel3000]

Gorgeous! You make this look deceptively easy even though it's not.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thank you. Its just practice in the reach of anyone that wants to learn. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@patriciaharris2896]

Brilliant as always, love you style.

[@ginatexasgirl9438]

I like your work...very nice. Thanks so much.....

[@sergemassa2937]

7 years later... Hi Patrick. How do you do? Great watercolor.

[@sueabel6239]

Great demo. I can't wait to try it. What brand is the pointed brush with the light coloured handle?

[@lizinfrance1]

Enjoyed all of it,

[@garybarker9139]

The sword edge brush is good because it can hold a lot of paint and still have a fine point for detail.

[@veronicaalvarado979]

Beautiful 😻

[@MadRushMusic]

Absolutely brilliant! Inspirational. 😊

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thank you , I’m pleased you enjoyed it.

[@yorkieterrior15]

really enjoyed watching this, and am hopefully going to have a go. What is the the brush you used (not the dagger, you explained that one)

[@nuckkingfuts]

Patrick, do you have a video where you talk about your supplies ? Or what you use for your backer board , and what size sheets are you using. This painting is probably my favorite so far. Though I like all your others this one strikes me for some reason. I don't know. Anyway , when you draw plein air , do you ever struggle with the scaling of what you want in a painting, to fit on the paper and look right.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Tmakmak I dont have one yet but i am going to make one. I think it would be a good idea to have a 5 min video showing my painting kit for plein air and studio based work. When I get back from the isles of scilly next week I will make one. Thanks for the ideas :) I have been using 1/4 imperial sheets for demos and mdf for backing while painting. I will show in more detail in the video.:)

[@elizabethkostojohn1067]

Excellent video

[@hua_wa]

Very useful! Thank you so much!

[@TooleyPeter]

Very well done. And simple.

[@mjshaw718]

Beautiful painting, it doesn't seem very "simple" to me but I'm going to give it a try. Thanks for sharing :)

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Marilyn Shaw Hi Marilyn thanks for your comment. Just give it a go and if you have any questions come back here and ask I will do my best to help. If you want to be kept up to date with other videos, courses and current paintings please visit my facebook.com/PureWatercolour

[@hardenbergia]

Very informative. I have one question - the post in the foreground, should it be darker on the other side ? I mean if the house is darker on the RHS should the post be the same or am I missing something? P.S. I am an extreme newbie to water colours

[@funpathik]

Thanks a lot for making biggner watercolor tutorial

[@susanstenning9776]

I enjoyed watching you paint this scene. I'm a novice and I would have liked to see the picture you were working from along side your painting to see how to interpret it and be a guide for how I should look at a scene.

[@MrStevie57]

Thanks Patrick really enjoyed this.Do you think the end of the small building should be in shadow?

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

***** Thanks Daniela for your remarks. It makes it all worth while!

[@starbase009]

Hi Patrick.Love your loose style of painting very much. I am a bit confused with regards to the shadow on the wooden post in front of the painting. Based on your building (cottage) and other objects the shadow is on the right side but on the post its the opposite.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Sylvester Fernandes Hi thanks you for your comment, I am pleased you like my style of painting, I'm not sure what went wrong with the shadows on the post i must have had a funny moment. Thanks for pointing it out. :) If you want to be kept up to date with other videos, courses and current paintings please visit my facebook.com/PureWatercolour

[@jacquelinedesusbielle19]

May I ask you to have the picture of the cottage with the trees and water around because I can't see properly what you have done. And it is important to see what we are doing. I love your way of doing watercolours. Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge and explaining what you do and mix. I am a newbie with this medium and am starting with you.

[@mariaalzamora7164]

Hello Patrick I loved your video and style plus I even joined your facebook page. I will attempt for the first time if everything goes according to plan, my first watercolor. I did buy the Inktense blocks from Derwent so, I am a little nervous but anxious to try soon. Thanks for your ideas.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Maria Alzamora Hi Maria thanks for your comment. When starting to paint in watercolour just go for it, try not to feel intimidated by white paper. I hope you have plenty of painting success if you get stuck you can always come along to the website and join the free membership where you can access the forum. There you can ask any questions you may have. Patrick

[@rogerponsford7552]

could you please confirm the brushesthat you use in this demo. i have been painting in oils since retiring but the technique is very different and in this beautiful weather it's not easy to be inside painting so valuable to learn to pain with water colours.

[@ezequielruiz2488]

Very nice. I thank you your didactical class.☺

[@colinswan5035]

Magical!

[@pesto12601]

wonderful teacher.. thx for the tutorial!!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Thanks Pesto, Diglis Locks is one of my favourite places to paint in my hometown of Worcester.

[@edwardlea8755]

I believe that I have found my tutor in Patrick...this is how I want my paintings to turn out.

[@FionaBland]

Really enjoyed watching your beautiful video. How do I get on your website to try and do your painting. Buildings and Trees please.❤

[@MrCtate0617]

Love your work man, makes me want to try harder! Cheers bro!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+MrCtate0617 Thats all it is, is practice if you need some inspiration and your not already a free member of my website think about coming along and signing up www.purewatercolour.com we have lots of full tutorial videos and a members forum where you can get support and encouragement from other artists. Hope to see you there!

[@afaelnar]

Nice tutorial.

[@carole.kratzkd6992]

Very nice,I like your work. What was your palette for this? What are your most used colours? Most enjoyable tuition,thank you.

[@patriciabrander237]

Thanks for posting, very helpful, especially the commentary about mixing the colours. I have one suggestion, and that is that you list the materials that you use, for instance the type and size of the sheet of paper, the colours and the sizes of the brushes. I have watched your general video about materials, but Unfortunately you skip over the size of the small mop brush you use.

[@googleuser9888]

Hi Patrick, really enjoyed watching you paint, I'll be having a look at your other videos! Just wondered whether you stretched your paper, or is it not necessary? What kind of paper did you use? Sorry if you've already had this question! Many thanks!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

I don't usually stretch my 140ib paper unless its a special commission or I know I am going to use loads of repeated wet washes.

[@ronatholl]

Good painting and advice thanks

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

ronatholl Thank you I am pleased your enjoying. Thanks for commenting.

[@elvirasoares543]

Wonderful and Thank you to teach us.

[@salonphoenix]

Oh my god you look like a more handsome version of Simon Cowell and your painting skills are unbelievable. Thanks for your time teaching me how to want to begin to begin to be a beginner!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

Bridgette HellNeaux I'm flattered Bridgette :) I'm pleased your enjoying the videos I wish you all the success with your painting. If you have any questions please feel free to ask here or at www.purewatercolour.com

[@eunicemiller6766]

Beautiful work.

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Eunice Miller Hi Eunice thank you for taking the time to comment, beautiful dog by the way. I have a border terrier "Toby" :) If you want to be kept up to date with other videos, free courses and current paintings please visit my facebook.com/PureWatercolour

[@eunicemiller6766]

Thanks so much :) I love her to pieces as I am sure you do yours :) I will check out your page mine is Folsom Mill Studio if you see a new like from NH :)

[@BeckyWilcock]

I'd like to know what brush you are using - size & brand. I have never seen a ferrule which looks quite like it. I am truly enjoying your demonstrations. Well done you! Becky

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Becky Wilcock Hi Becky. My main brushes I use are Isabey they hold lots of moisture and point up very well. There made from squirrel hair. I m glad your enjoying the videos please stay tuned more coming soon!

[@PatrickLeyGreaves]

+Patrick Ley-Greaves (Pure Watercolour) forgot to mention the sizes i have 7,3,0,2/0

[@matroberts1526]

Good video. It would be helpful if your pallet was in the frame to show the colors being mixed as you paint.