How to paint light in watercolor with 3 layers

Well, you don’t really paint the light, but you preserve them with watercolor. But regardless of how it works, having a good sense of lighting can make things look more dimensional and convey the mood of the painting more clearly. So let's talk about it, and I hope this video will enlighten you and light up your day.!
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[@raynoladominguez4730]

Eric, You are a great artist and a kind and thoughtful man. I so appreciate your generosity in sharing your skills with us all and your inspiring words. Thank you and God Bless.

[@Satarupa902]

Painting is not just about displaying the end result but also the journey and thought process behind it.

[@hfarms5779]

Very important to think about light and shadow. Watercolor will always be a mystery but these tutorials uncover it slowly.

[@margarethurst8452]

Your videos are always, "just right." I appreciated the side-by-side examples that clearly demonstrated your topic here. It was very helpful. Thank you.

[@marlonsviolinprogress]

The smoke in the sunset painting came together like magic. Amazing

[@terrismith5649]

Thank you ! Your observations and literary relay of your observations are helpful to the beginning artist.

[@byronroper]

I ❤️ your Bob Ross Funko in the background. I have it, too!

[@vickylaw659]

you are a great teacher 👨‍🏫👍

[@gailtruscott5520]

Eric, thank-you for your clear instruction of how to rend light. By demoing the same scene side-by-side under 2 different light conditions it was by far the best explanation of the nuanced techniques I have watched. Also, in the sunset version, your approach to save the over worked steam by glazed over the sky at the point in the 3rd layer when the paper is almost dry, is an invaluable lesson.

[@yunzers]

Fantastic demo. Thanks so very much. You’re such a great teacher and I agree, you have an amazing voice. Love your work!

[@weill6872]

You were so good on capturing the right colors and values..!! Thx for the video !

[@fazan.art.]

Brilliant! Maestro!🏵

[@ljschlag271]

Thanks! A reminder of the importance to take the time to observe, before starting to paint.

[@dineshchadha2032]

It's good to see examples side by side. Thank you.

[@RobynMcIntyre]

Thanks for keeping the photo references handy while you work!

[@barbaragemin5117]

Very useful, as always. You’re a very good teacher! And your pun cheered me up, and we all need it. 😊

[@emrsngs]

"Just because something is lit by the sun doesn't mean it has a light value." I have struggled with this for over two decades and that simple statement suddenly made it click. Thank you.

[@valentinasampietro3074]

Thank you so much!! Your youtube channel is a treasure!!

[@HalfWarrior]

Always very pleasant to hear your advice Eric; thank you.

[@virginiarinkel7544]

These darks make such a difference. Thank you!

[@roberta207]

Love it!!! Thank you so much for this very interesting demo.. I will give it a go

[@sugarcane9425]

Always useful information and enjoy your exercises 👍

[@myrnalandersartist]

I've heard values explained before but this is just so good!! I had a real light bulb moment watching this! 🤯

[@debbiewalker2831]

Brilliant informative video as always. I am considering enrolling in your course because of how amazing your teaching methods are on here. And I've actually just emailed you regarding it.

[@Cafewatercolor]

sorry a bit swarmed lately, I'll reply you soon :)

[@kimberlymullaney1647]

Thank you..great teaching

[@thiefonthecross7552]

You're so good! Great teaching as well thank you!

[@monica-NJ-123]

Thank you Eric , I love trains and that might help with attempting to paint them xoxo

[@davidmolloy126]

Hiya Eric, Thanks very much for a superb demonstration and great advice, I love both paintings but particularly the early morning version. Take care and stay safe and well.

[@cherigreen4471]

Great job! I really love how they turned out and your explanation along the way!

[@barryryan5187]

wow! great tutorial, thank you!

[@DayByeDayChristine]

You are a great teacher!! Thank you so very much ❤

[@1fredricka]

Thank You for your information and the whys are helpful. Great video!!

[@rebanelson607]

Masterfully done!

[@amerxiast5090]

That art is awesome

[@leuvaart4982]

This is fantastic!! Really enjoy watching

[@JayKay0245]

Great video, many thanks!

[@lizwarner8524]

Wonderful demonstration - thank you!!

[@lonnieash]

Great tips, thanks!

[@pattycyr8662]

You are a great artist and teacher - thanks so much for explaining everything so well!

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Thank you so much!!! It was so adorable!

[@poppyhali3648]

This is the first of your videos I've seen. Very helpful and informative. I look forward to watching more. Thanks!

[@ashleyevans3330]

So good!!!!

[@jude1515]

Pretty painting.

[@dawnabsolom2168]

Thank you Eric, You're explanation was very helpful.

[@saharm2454]

Amazing as always 🙏

[@ahmedelmansory8672]

Thanks Eric for your effort. Really beautiful and FRUITFUL tutorial. Greetings from Egypt, with love

[@charlottebech64]

Very helpful. Thanks😃

[@sandradonofrio413]

Thank you.

[@georgemalesky9462]

Thanks!

[@user-vh1ig1te8s]

Thanks for this teaching. I found it very useful as a beginner

[@hemagopinath4418]

Hi Eric..Loved the demo...comparing the paintings made understanding the concept so much easier...Thank you for sharing this with all of us..stay blessed

[@heavanaart4049]

Eric, I have just discovered your channel, your teaching is clear and concise and I am learning lots of valuable lessons to take away. I love your calm and generous manner, your videos are so relaxing to watch. Thank You.

[@robertaustin6538]

Excellent video

[@KL-kj5gg]

Very helpful. Thankyou , God bless you.

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Thank you teacher 😇

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Thank you..Great teacher🥰

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Thank you!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼♥️♥️♥️

[@stanTrX]

Thanks

[@bluelagoontipplerloft6130]

Awesome

[@kerstink1100]

Thank you very much for this very useful tipps. One thing I 'd like to mention: as in the sunset picture the light is shining from down behind the train the steam should be lighter beliw and much darker in the upper part, I mean? Love your tutorials 🌺🌈

[@MarciaBaldwin]

You are AMAZING

[@Cafewatercolor]

Thank you ☺

[@Neorhim]

Hi Eric. This is very informative and thoughtful. I wonder why it is so important to “always connect your middle values”? Any insight you could share? Or a video where you explain why it is so important? Thank you. This is beautiful.

[@trisht5064]

Great tutorial 👌 i will try harder to see 3 layers not 10😄🙈👍 thank you have a great day

[@angelikabehlig1558]

Hi Eric, thank you for showing this two different versions! That was really interesting. I have another question: I saw in your Insta the wonderful painting of the young lady you did with procreate. It would be nice if you can show this painting process also in your yt channel. To add a nft for the painting is easy or difficult? Greatings from Germany Angelika

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I bought your course and I love it! Please help me paint seagulls

[@bjornjohansson4911]

Dear Mr Yi Lin. I will thank you so much for making these tutorials that I love to watch. However I use to love to paint myself, but my desire went away due to Mr Putins disgusting attack and war against the friendly, and democratic Ukraine some ten days ago. All my happiness fell flat to zero. Anyway. It feels very good to see you paint, and listen to your beautiful voice that radiates love. I needed that. I will re-watch many more of your shows. Many thanks, and love from a swedish old man.

[@watercolorsinbloom]

Very nice..I'm terrible about saving white space or light space.

[@Cafewatercolor]

takes a bit of confidence to "not" paint something at times :)

[@danlin7023]

Eric, 你好，很喜歡你的影片！可以多介紹展示你的工作內容嗎？

[@fmc6592]

Amazing tips. I do put too many details early. Was nice to see u keep it very simple. Question for you, is there an app or software that can turn a picture into 3 shades of grey, so we can better visualize what would be highlights, mid and darker tones.

[@RajmahendraR]

One question, I am have just started learning Watercolor and not much experience in Drawing. When ever i draw i use to add grid before i start drawing. say i add vertical and horizontal lines in 25, 50 75% and i start drawing to see the actual center and where object sits is this good to do it.... in beginning to draw ? When i get soft copy of image i draw this grid in photoshop Guide lines and in my paper and start draw.

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Lol. Dad pun. So true

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😂

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[@rosalindkeep9360]

Colours for the train in the morning?

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You are a great teacher! I'm Spanish and as you speak quiet and clear I understand everything very well!!! I'm learning a lot with your vídeos. Thanks you very much!!!

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Lol… your a dad!!! 😂

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Dad jokes 😆

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привет

[@budakart]

You dont paint or preserve. You dance.