How To Paint Fine Lines In Watercolor (7 Clever HACKS)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Let me know if any of these tricks were new to you? Fine lines are great for botanicals try this next: Watercolor Flowers Realistic (10 Simple Techniques) kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2W7aJ6JeLOIidU

[@carollen5601]

Hi Michele I like the oil pastel and candle wax, very useful. I never use the masking fluid, I like the masking tape you suggested in other videos. Take care and blessings.

[@ameliabowler4876]

Had to try this out ASAP. Discovered that embossing looks extra-nice after gently lifting the area!

[@BelindaPort]

Most usefull tips, thanks Michelle. Love the dip pen idea!

[@SheilaAdrian-f7p]

I loved the tip about using a fountain pen for watercolor

[@aliciashackley5830]

Michele, thx so much for these great thin line tips. Hope you’re feeling better. 🥰

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

A little Alicia thank you 🙏

[@aliciashackley5830]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 😆

[@dorothygladsjo3510]

The oil pastel is genius! I can’t wait to try! And I need to run to hardware store and pick up a candle💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼

[@davidhogan621]

Really handy tips. After seeing this I used two narrow pieces of masking tape close together to do some ship rigging that was giving me problems. Laborious but effective! Thanks for the tip!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it helped!

[@extracucumbers]

My favorite tip was the bonus tip! You are by far the best teacher I have ever had. Thank you so much Michele for all your information and the attention to detail. I have learned so much from you and have gotten so much inspiration❤️

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Wow, thank you!

[@paint_me_blue-art_watercolors]

Was waiting for the video and voilà 🤗😀. Hope you are feeling better 💙❤️♥️.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes! Thank you, not quite 100% but getting there :-)

[@marymccaslin1690]

I do love this last tip best as I never consciously thought about it!

[@mariedesy-field7140]

The bonus tip was very useful but I also liked the candle or oil pastel trick. Fantastic. Thank you.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@cousinjesse4450]

Excellent options! Just starting out in my watercolor journey have only tried painting the line with a brush and based on this lesson I am using far too much water mix. Really excited to try the wax and masking tape technique.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Have fun!

[@monicadewit9766]

I can't wait to try the watercolour pencils along with the actual paint

[@MontyVideo969]

A trick I learnt when decorating the house is to make sure you press on the brush sufficiently to absorb any *jitters* one might otherwise have -this is useful when "cutting in" at a ceiling - but it can be applied to watercolour painting.

[@criss9607]

This is perfect! I had so much trouble doing fine details with watercolor! The last tip was just what I was doing wrong.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad I could help!

[@suel4269]

Thanks for the reminder about using Watercolor pencils! I use a glass dip pen to sign my paintings.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I sign mine in liner pen :-)

[@sherryscoloringandpaintingcorn]

you are consistently blowing my mind. I am still learning and am def learning a lot from you.

[@damecupcake]

Love the dip pen idea! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and also for the inspiration, Michele.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

So glad you liked it ☺️

[@zamorvex]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber is there a prefered canvas for water colour or could i use any canvas? the ones our shops have have a kind of square like texure. i believe the brand is "Crawford & Black" i think

[@valeriegehling4358]

Super ideas. Especially the nib idea as I’ve a few old ones I’ll try this plus several of your other ideas. Thanks

[@valeriegehling4358]

Wow! My old thin nibbled pen worked! Thanks, now to try my Aquarell coloured pencils, as you did leaf like. Thanks. Also to scratch/ use round end tool on paints! Thanks

[@delphinewood7519]

Number 3 was new to me: your wax resist fine line technique using masking tape and candles or oil pastels. I’m wondering if the wax in crayons works as well as candle wax. I also appreciated number seven when you demonstrated watercolor pencil techniques. “Watercolor pencils are here to make your life easier.“ lol I am looking forward to trying this more. Thank you for continuing to post. I always learn something new! 🌵🌵🌵🌵🌵

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes wax crayons should work, soft pastels or conte will not as they are too chalky, you need wax or oil :-)

[@oxiepidge]

I found for the tiniest details, the most affordable tiny brushes are cheap ones intended for model painting (eg. for Warhammer but not their own brand - eBay specials instead). as they don't get much use from me, the lower quality is less important due to the fact they're highly unlikely to get used loads. plus they're often sold in larger quantities.

[@marie4pocheswoodworkingmar828]

Loved your tips! I am a multidisciplinary artist and I am back at my watercolour and ink after 20 years without using it. It makes me a good refreshed technique!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Wonderful!

[@rebanelson607]

Hadn't thought about using a dip pen with watercolor. This was an excellent video. Thanks!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!

[@grannyslick1829]

The dip pen tip is brilliant! I'm going to try that today as well as doing my signature. I've got a full range of nibs that were my grandfather's. Can't wait to play!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Have fun!

[@mayloo2137]

You're my favorite teacher of watercolor paintings. I need this tip. Whenever I try to paint thin lines, my fingers get shaky. Nerves maybe? Edit great tips, by the way

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Make sure you rest your wrist, it really helps, don't hold your hand up in the air :-)

[@jaspermartin7444]

whoa this is a fantastic education, thank you so much!! if I had to pick a favorite (and it's hard cos you've opened up so many new possibilities here) I'd have to pick the one that is completely new to me, using wax or oil pastel. Well, they're actually all new, just FANTASTIC thank you!! 💖💛💖💛💖

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are most welcome!

[@monicadewit9766]

great tips; thanks so much Michelle

[@skigrommets]

i have sometimes used dip pens with masking fluid too

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes I am planning on trying that too!

[@youeyeball]

Don'tcha just love neat🎨tricks ? Thanks Michele ! 😉

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No worries 🙂

[@chrishayman1747]

Drawing nib is a great tip. I’ve just put it on my to buy list. Can’t wait to use it

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@michelleanne9530]

Thanks!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Oh thank you so much Michelle (great name), I am very grateful X

[@stephanieh930]

My fav is about applying masking fluid with ruling pen. I've always had a difficult time applying the fluid, I'll have to try it this way. I'm so excited that this might fix my problem and get me to use that little bottle of fluid that has been sitting on the shelf unused for half a year! I'll remember not to overdo it and put it on everything though ;)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I am considering a video testing different applicators soon...

[@davidmolloy126]

Hiya Michele, Thank you very much for some really great tips.x

[@cherylj.harris4967]

Always find invaluable information on your lovely channel. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge with us. When I apply what you share to my paintings, it makes all the difference in what I paint.

[@KathrynGoldman]

Here's another little trick to create small marks by lifting. Use an eraser shield and a Mr. Clean Magic eraser sponge to lift small areas of paint.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great tip!

[@believerkeeper956]

Michelle, thank you for sharing and providing valuable tips all with a lovely beautiful presentation, so clear to follow and remember, all tips will be used

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you so much!

[@umabord]

I loved all the hacks, I have also tried out many of them with great results! Thank you Michelle

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you like them!

[@wayneparker2593]

I love watercolour and I love dip pens but I have never used a dip pen with watercolour. Duh! Thanks Michele.

[@mar_gheri_ta]

Your videos are always VERY helpful ❤️ I'm so grateful for your help, I really hope your algorithm reaches Mars. I bought a scalpel some days ago with the purpose of making highlights and ripples, I will try it as well for grasses, what I've used so far is the back point of one of my brushes that's ends in a sharp point. I've heard that some sharpen it on purpose with a pencil sharpener to use it to score the paper but I hate the idea of ruining my brushes, unless they're cheap. I think a stick from the garden could do as well... It's all trial and error when you're learning and that's where the fun is!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! Onward to Mars!

[@marielouisedavidson4834]

Excellent information and tricks. Much appreciated. Thank you!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're welcome 🙂

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

So glad to see your feeling better. I love your bonus tip for fine lines. It was a huge help for me and figuring out just what I was doing wrong with my painting fine lines. Thanks for sharing this wonderful informational video with us.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks for your kind words ☺️

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber You are welcomed.

[@markwheeler6163]

like the nails very sparkly

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you 💅☺️

[@annettefournier9655]

Thank you Michele. I like the rake brush for fur. I have one rake brush. It doesn't hold much paint but it really is faster for fur texture.💜

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes they are very useful!

[@favorablyimpressed]

Using a dip pen with masking fluid will give the finest of lines. Once the masking fluid dries on the pen nib, it comes right off.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks, I haven't tried that one, am thinking of doing an applicator comparison video soon :-)

[@spek2554]

I liked them all 😊

[@Calme1918]

I like watercolor pencils for details the best. Thanks for the great tips 😀

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are welcome :-)

[@rebeccamontague9811]

I use disposable eyeliner "brushes" I get very reasonably on Amazon for my very delicate line masking fluid work, or sharp points. The tip is like a sponge material or such, not sure. Like a 100 or so to an order, and one order lasts FOREVER. You can wash and reuse or toss them after use.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

That's a great idea!

[@lindawiedemann5014]

Great tips! Thank you!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@susanpettit8751]

Thank you for a great tutorial!! Very helpful.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@christinacasteel3198]

Loved all your suggestions. My fav was probably the one on masking fluid. I do like it and have never had a problem but I don't do botanicals. I would like to start and it is good to know it could be a problem with leaves. Thank you💐

[@ochervelvet9687]

Thank you, especially for the dip pen tip. 👍

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No problem!

[@nancyloomis3046]

Thanks! This was very helpful!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad to hear!

[@hazelsmith9198]

Amazing lesson

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you liked it!

[@pirjoraila4605]

I have used dip pens some time and they are great though like you said sometimes time consuming. I started using them with ink first but they do work just as well with watercolors and the effect is much softer. The calligraphy tips are useful as well when you wish to make variegated lines. It can be very beautiful and natural when the line is not entirely the same width all the time.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes I like them much better than liner pens!

[@christinebravomom5711]

I'd appreciate a video about sign painter brushes.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Noted :-)

[@MoooMooMoo]

Thank you!❤❤

[@wendyanash]

Wonderful thank you

[@anntansey8577]

Great tips!

[@fernandsavoie6641]

Thanks Michele, I really love your videos! You have a new sub…👨‍🎨

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yay, thank you!

[@DazzlingAction]

I would of never thought of using a dip pen with watercolor

[@carolmorgan3996]

Really helpful video, thanks

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're welcome!

[@susanorban3059]

Very helpful video! Loved the wc pencil part! But all very helpful! Thank you so much! Susan from Arizona♥️🌵

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are very welcome!

[@laurenb9479]

Wonderful tips! I never would've thought to use a dip pen with watercolor! I remember using them with India ink in a high school art class but that was over 20 years ago now, lol! I'm glad to know there are cheap ones that will work for this because I'm thinking it would be fun to try with my kids too, so I may get a few ;)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

That sort of thing is great fun with kids :-)

[@lyndamitton4496]

Love the candle technique…would kids drawing candle work (white of course)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes, most types of wax crayons or oil pastels will work. Candle is transparrent of course, other types may not be, but all will resist the paint.

[@hougrel9514]

Thank you so much for this video. Have you ever heard of the wax in wax release not aging well - discolouring or anything like that.

[@hougrel9514]

Release = resist - spell checkers!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I haven't, I think it's fairly stable :-)

[@marthalg.8199]

Gracias por compartir tu conocimiento, es muy ilustrativo y me gusta mucho. Saludos afectuosos

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

De nada :-)

[@moniquesmith5501]

Great ideas

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! 😊

[@geoffmitchell6515]

Thank you

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're welcome 😁

[@kimohara7868]

Super helpful tips, thank you!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks for watching ☺️

[@CJoyArt]

Hi Michele. I was waiting for your credit card technique, so that's another one to add to this list. I appreciate you! Your videos have brought me farther along in my practice!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Ah yes, that's a good one too!

[@Magic65750]

Great!

[@LoriF25403]

love these tips

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks 👍

[@teresahedall]

Thank you! Great tips 😊

[@teresahedall]

The one with the dip pen I did not know about. I am wondering if my glass pen will also do well with watercolors.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Certainly worth a try Teresa!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks for watching!

[@evelynpeavy]

Which technique would you use for whiskers on kittens or bunnies?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

A lot of animal artists use white acrylic ink with any of the application techniques shown here, alternatively you could use Titanium white gouache, or of course black. Dip pen or tiny brush would work well.

[@evelyne7071]

Nice.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks 🙏

[@masudulalam]

Great

[@pamtudin1]

The most generous and helpful video. So many questions answered in full! Thank you

[@karenaglipay5658]

Can u use dip pen with masking fluid.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes you can, I will be doing a video on masking fluid tools comparison soon.

[@lisariordan2784]

This was great! Thanks so very much. Do you ever use Derwent Inktense?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes I do 🙂

[@meeraahuja1594]

Awesome tips. Thank you for sharing. However, I find it difficult to use watercolour pencils over painted surfaces. What could be the reason?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Have you tried using them on wet paint? If they aren't releasing much pigment or making much of a mark it's usually a sign of low quality. Watercolor pencils can be bought seperately from art shops and online, you don't need to get a full set, so you could try a different brand :-)

[@meeraahuja1594]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Will try again.

[@jasong3109]

very good

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks 🙏

[@PENFOLD1962]

Can Masking Fluid be applied with the dip pens?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

It can, yes

[@crystalgillis9296]

The tiny brush is also called a detail brush.

[@lyndamitton4496]

The corner of a Credit Card works well too!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yes, that's a great tip :-)

[@debsals8917]

Little lines..what a challenge

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks for watching :-)

[@christinebenjamin-young732]

Very informative tutorials - thank you. Unfortunately I find the verbal delivery a bit difficult to listen to when instructions are being given, but when chatting a more natural flow of speaking is easier on the ear.

[@teresahedall]

Have you tried to slow the speech down a bit?

[@christinebenjamin-young732]

@@teresahedall no. That would be worse. I think it’s that she is concentrating so hard on explaining things clearly it interrupts a more easy delivery. Not a criticism just an observation 😊

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I do tend to talk fast, you can actually slow the speed very slightly in youtube settings and it won't make too much difference to the quality. Lots of people do it for accents or stuff that's too fast for them :-)

[@MargaretBarberCL]

Say your name more often. I had to search to find out who you were to find your videos. ❤

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Okay :-)

[@melissamortimer4457]

Love the dip pen. Thank you!