How to Paint Loose Pretty Watercolor Butterflies - Set Yourself FREE

[@dalestorms911]

Hello Diane- years ago (I am 80) I paid a lot of money for a Beginners Watercolor afternoon at a famous Garden. As it happened the well-known teacher ended up with 19 of her regular students and me. She of course was thrilled and changed her whole lesson for the afternoon. Then she noticed me. She told me, “paint a color wheel”, and continued to have fun With her class. Somehow I got my colors mixed up in my wheel and couldn’t figure out how to make them pastelish. At the end of the class she held up everybody’s beautiful paintings. Then she held up my pitiful wheel and made fun of it and the whole class laughed and laughed! I never touched a paintbrush again........until there was you! I happened on you by accident on You Tube, and I have had so much fun painting birds and butterflies and little landscapes and flowers and leaves........thank you so much for telling me not to worry, it’s all good, and for being such a talented teacher.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I'm so sorry this happened to you Dale. That's a horrible thing to go through, and what a terrible teacher to do that to you. So glad you found me, and welcome welcome to the channel. Please enjoy the videos !! Thanks for sharing, and glad to have helped to heal the wound xxx

[@ceceliabeck8967]

I'm sry that happened tobyou. Don't let Noone take your joy. This person is no teacher!

[@Lizzie-us7ih]

❤

[@lindasaunders5448]

Thank you for teaching me to draw butterflies! God Bless you!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Happy to help xxx

[@fireflye10]

I love these butterflies. Thank you for showing me how to do it.

[@lindametcalfe9549]

I too really like your style of teaching, your not out to make everything perfect and that’s okay, you make us all feel like we can do it just have fun and don’t worry too much, continue as you are just as we like you. Thank you for all your KZbin videos you make I really appreciate them.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I appreciate that!

[@grammy787]

I have recently retired and just starting to learn watercolor. I’m learning so much from you! I love your work and your teaching method! Thank you.

[@lindadevuyst9311]

Your method is so simple and freeing…thank you❤

[@JsbB-q6p]

love the butterflies!

[@deborahjoy2013]

Your technique of drawing butterflies is a game changer!!!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks - thats really good to hear!

[@Heretolearn404]

I loved this tutorial and saved it. I want to thank a dear friend and have decided doing this will be my first, as they love butterflies . Thank you for making and sharing this.

[@DeanDriveSerenity]

Wonderful❤ I may actually try a butterfly now

[@lindajames7083]

They are lovely, I will give them a go. Many thanks ❤❤

[@alichtenwalter]

Thank you. I love butterflies 🦋

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You’re welcome 😊

[@ElisabethAbramson]

Thank you!! How very clever and informative. ❤

[@bevc8306]

Beautiful butterflies.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Many thanks

[@dotmorton4540]

Dot from UK I have just found your channel. I love your calm and relaxed manner. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. I have tried to master watercolor for a long time now it'd been decades, maybe you can teach me what others have failed to do. I love the loose way you paint. You have inspired me to have a go, again. Thank you for sharing. Lots of love from the UK, Dot x.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Dot! Welcome to the channel and I’m so glad you found me! I’m over her in France but of course hail from Blighty, specifically London originally and later Exeter. I hope you enjoy taking up watercolor again - it should be fun and I do try to make it accessible to everyone. Thanks for your kind comments, and looking forward to hearing from you again xxx

[@dianespero2202]

Going to try the butterflies. Thanks.

[@PeggyCrable]

So relaxing watching you paint. Love your style.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much Peggy!

[@kayphillipsmullins1782]

I’m 73 and have just discovered watercolor. I must say your videos have been most helpful with the drawing part! Thank you SO much for your explanations as you’re drawing and painting!! 💕

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Kay, thanks so much for your comment! I’m in live chat right now on our live premiere. If you have time to hop over and say hi I’d love to see you there! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHTQo3uXhpiajqs

[@aminahisrael5939]

Oh my, I have learned how to draw my favorite insect. AMAZING!!!

[@sharonwilliams652]

How delightful!

[@Liz.4485]

I played around with this one for a bookmark today, thanks Diane! And everyone! 😊

[@sandybrawner9887]

Beautiful and so delicate!

[@arlenemurphy804]

Thank you. Had lots of fun with these…

[@karenbarnes5020]

Once again, I love your style

[@eupatriciayiu]

Hi Diane! Thank you for this tutorial ❤

[@brendapayne3106]

Thank you Diane. Lovely lesson,

[@francoisejames2340]

Really enjoyed your very clear explaining watercolour lesson 👍♥️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@Stacy-rl9mp]

The idea of painting a butterfly seems so simple, yet I too struggled with the shape. Trying to make them loose, yet symmetrical was hard. Thanks for the help!

[@louisianaprepper]

Wonderful directions! Thank you.

[@tarrieduke6365]

Lovely lovely Aerie beautiful

[@patveicht7573]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you very much!

[@amandaterrio4823]

They are beautiful!

[@19Celia57]

Absolutely mesmerizing! mesmerizing /ˈmezməˌrīziNG/ adjective capturing one's complete attention as if by magic.

[@wenjewelchatterbox1127]

Thank you, struggled with that forever, now it's so easy. ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad it helped! Thanks for sharing!

[@dee4kids72]

Wat mooi! Dankjewel voor de tips vanuit Holland!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much!

[@stacygibson9572]

So lovely and delicate!❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Stacy!

[@jackdavis6064]

You have a primal delicacy that borders Victorian. I love the work. Thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I’m honoured by your comment! Thank you so much ❤️

[@POOKIEELIZAAAA]

Thank You So Much ❤

[@boyandbelugee]

Lovely butterflies!❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@00001fluffy]

Hi Diane, I discovered you yesterday and watched your tutorial on painting cute little birds… and I actually managed to paint some cute little birds, which I love, and have fun. School killed off any artistic streaks until recently when I have felt an overwhelming urge to do drawing and painting, but have no idea where to begin… your approach is perfect. I’m 51 so it’s not too late! Have you listened to Charlie Mackesy’s Ted Talk on art, on this subject… (just have fun, make a mess, be brave!) I think you would agree with him. Thankyou so much for reviving my faith in having some creativity that I can do and enjoy. I do enjoy your commentary ! 🙏🌈😁

[@carolyndaughton3373]

Diane, thank you for teaching me how to sketch a butterfly. I've been struggling trying to make my butterflies look like butterflies. Not only is your technique helpful for symmetry, it's a way more relaxing way of sketching them. You continue to amaze me. Thank you so much. Can't wait to get started on my butterflies :)

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Carolyn for your feedback, that’s great to hear. I’m always trying to think of ways of making things easy - for myself and for everyone else! It’s important the painting is a relaxing process without too much worry about the outcome. I’m glad it’s working for you! Enjoy your butterflies!

[@berylrose3213]

Very nice, a good example of How watercolour should be Done. Very helpful. Thank you

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

My pleasure and thank you so much for your comment. Happy painting! 😊

[@LadyJaneG]

Looki g forward to trying this sketching technique! Thank you!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Have fun! I hope you enjoy it!

[@maryphibbs8404]

Love this loose style.

[@4812jc]

Really like this one! Can’t wait to try it tonite!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Enjoy! So glad you are having fun painting!

[@roxanneloyst3733]

The tip for drawing the curve for the butterfly is great. Thank you great tutorial

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Ms1lonewolf]

I like this butterfly 🦋 tutorial. I'm try to draw them and it was hard until I seen how you draw them so now I did my first butterfly 🦋!!! I couldn't believe it!! I did the wrong colors though. I put top wings a really light solid blue and did the bottom wings yellow with red edges lolololol 😂. Black body. It looks good 👍. I have to draw more now I'm hooked!! Thank you 😊. You should do another butterfly tutorial. Jk FLORIDA USA 🇺🇸.

[@syr3n582]

As a newly watercolor lover, I'm so grateful that your channel showed up. I love your paintings. Going to do these butterflies ,now!! Ty ❤️❤️❤️

[@cynthiacairns9209]

Exactly the video I needed today! Thank you!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

So glad!

[@rosinaglynn7048]

Thank you so much. I'm totally new to painting and through your lovely, calm way of working, I am slowly embracing watercolour painting. Your videos are all so doable even for a newcomer, and your whole attitude allows everything. Thank you so much for giving this lovely gift of painting, you're helping me heal and grow a part of me that had never felt safe enough to create.

[@RamonaDeniseMorrissetteNagai]

Beautiful work ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks a lot Ramona! 😊

[@robinharrold4969]

I gave it a whirl in my sketch book. Gonna give it a try on watercolor paper. Soon

[@barbaraniemeyer1706]

I think I will try these. But you do make it look easy.. thank you.

[@ccubito]

You have inspired me to begin painting again.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I’m so glad. Wishing you happy painting!

[@maryrakas4901]

I love your technique. Thank you for sharibg

[@lorrainepisano5646]

Thank you Diane! I love how you taught me how to paint this delicate beauties!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You're so welcome Lorraine!

[@carollatsch3216]

I used to paint butterflies for an anniversary card. I love your tutorials because you provide good techniques since I am a beginner. 😀

[@cathybreeding4603]

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing your technique. I am new to watercolors so this really helps.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

My pleasure 😊

[@kimfenton4676]

Love you Diane thank you, you relieve depression!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I’m so glad!!!!

[@bettyclark8249]

Thank you for sharing. It helps a lot. ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@cmonaco577]

Say What?? OMGosh!! I just drew a butterfly. Thank you Diane. I Love This!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

So glad. You can have a host of them now!

[@janiceblough]

Lovely… you make it look so easy.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@deborahbovee9468]

Thank you. Im very encouraged that I too can have success drawing butterflies. Your tutorial is brilliant.

[@lindablazier5648]

I have been watching you about 2 months, and learning so much. Thank you. Linda

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome Linda, so glad you found us and are enjoying the videos!

[@ButchCathie]

I can't believe you are a wonderful teacher to us how to easily draw us. I was watching the video. That's so many beautiful butterflies. I believe you are an amazing artist.❤❤❤

[@elizabethexley5190]

This way to sketch the butterfly is sooooo useful

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Elizabeth!

[@barrieasbury7975]

Enjoyed watching this video. Will be trying draw and paint similar

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful!

[@anni50ful]

I always draw butterflies from side on as it's easy but thankyou for this little trick I'm going to my art class this morning I'm going to dazzle them all with my new found skill 😁 x

[@angb1923]

I love your butterflies! You made it look so easy. Thank you for the video.

[@marcpearsall4225]

I loved this lesson! So peaceful, informative and easy to follow. Thank you Dianne!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You’re so welcome, so glad you enjoyed it!

[@kathyburke1117]

I'm going to try this technique!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Please do!

[@EvaMusquiz]

Diane! I not only just now watched your 'how to paint watercolor butterfly' vid; but the mail delivered my 24 kuretake gansai tambi set as I was watching your you tube!! COLOR ME HAPPY!!!☺ I've taken so many queues from your classes, along with your funny dry style ~ I love the little laughs you inject. And I love the sounds of the pets , birds and such thru the open window. Ahhhhh! A joy visiting with you, and learning from you. Hugs from Texas!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful message Eva thanks so very much, I’m so glad you enjoy the videos! I think you’ll find the Kuretake paints very fun to use and I hope you have great joy in painting with them! Hugs from France!

[@kimspencer-mcdonald6821]

Really enjoyed this video. You make it look easy 🦋

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@karenetaylor5758]

Yes, that has been my problem too. Thank you so much!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@patriciahorelick6450]

Many thanks again as I also struggle with butterflies…other insects as well…

[@connied8507]

Essy for beginners and the germ of an idea 💡 if you want more storyline. I 💕 this!

[@katieannjones89]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, Diane. Butterflies have terrified me for a long time, so I'll definitely be using your method in future.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Oh, I know, they are very daunting. Funny thing is, the more accurately you paint them (or in my case TRY to paint them!) the less they look like they could fly! LOL

[@elizabethrogers6897]

I am just getting started with watercolor so I am binge watching your videos. You are an amazing artist and I hope to get better with time. Thank You for sharing your talents with us❤

[@annwornell7510]

Once again THANK you for showing me how to get a loose basic butterfly shape, and again your helpful, and inspiring water colour technique. Awesome

[@cherylotto-cunningham1843]

Hello once again!! I so loved this video the first time i watched it 8 months ago, But it seems I have I have zero memory on how to use your method of making butterflies. I've been looking for many months and finally found this tutorial again! So I saved this tutorial and have decided to make myself a journal of the techniques of my most favorite artists. You are my first artist in my journal. You are also my very favorite watercolor artist of all I've ever watched. I find how you talk so softly and teach so clearly makes me want to run away to paint despite my lack of abilities. You encourage me. My biggest hurdle is keeping my spirits up when what I turn out looks like a hot mess 😮 !! I am working on being realistic about my results. Nothing is going to happen overnight. Did you take lessons as an artist? Or did you learn by trial and error? Were you born artistically minded? My daughter is an artist and she says anyone can learn. I can only wonder. I know I have the view and sight of an artist. I feel my heart beat in color and images. Yet putting it down in a medium it can be seen by others is a true challenge. Photography helps, but it's not the only way I crave. Taking what the soul sees, what the eyes see and making the translation to the physical is hard; a very special talent. You very much have this.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Cheryl, sorry you had so much trouble re-finding that video! If that happens again, please do send me a message by email and I’ll give you a link to it. I don’t know how familiar you are with the way KZbin organises (haha) the videos but it’s very confusing. Here’s a tip though. If you are looking for something of mine, go to google, and type in diane antone studio and then the key word of what you’re looking for. Example in this case would be “diane antone studio butterflies”. You will hopefully get a result which brings up all my butterfly paintings. You can click on the one you want and it takes you straight there. Hope this helps. On your other points, you sound like an artist to me. I think you’ll get there, just keep painting, that’s all you can do. I didn’t train at art school, I am what they call “self taught” and I don’t think I have any particular talent, I have just always tried to learn. I have been interested in making anything and everything since I was a small child, all crafts fascinate me, painting is the most accessible thing, something you can do wherever you are. I’ve travelled a lot! What you think is a hot mess, someone else will love. We are our own harshest critics. If your daughter is an artist, so are you, otherwise how would she have become one? Sending you love and appreciation and much encouragement. You will get there.

[@debcavan]

I just ordered one of your books. I am very excited. Love your style

[@debcavan]

My goodness that was easy to download. Thanks.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Yay! Thank you!

[@vanessabroad4051]

Beautiful!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you!

[@marciannekuethen4362]

I so enjoy every one of your videos. I’ve watched you draw birds, tulips, poppies, and more. You love everything I’m interested in too! Your way of explaining, your tone, your style are all incredibly relaxing and I’m learning a lot. I’ve always struggled with butterflies so this will definitely encourage me to try these loose ones.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much! It's very kind of you to say such kind things and I really appreciate your comments. A new easy butterfly painting is coming up soon! Happy Painting!

[@kimtilbury1600]

I loved painting these butterflies thank you

[@barbaramain6381]

And another surprise for me on my journey to create (easy) cards for my charity project! Love watching you, so many thanks!!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome! I'm really happy to know that my little paintings are being used for such a good purpose as your charity sale. Thanks for letting me know x

[@williewiner4161]

So loved this!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you!

[@helenbates5940]

Great tip on how to draw a butterfly… it worked!! Your painting is beautiful.

[@TheLolkerr]

thank you for your lovely videos... I feel so comfortable following your gentle and easy to understand explanations of what you are doing ... I am overcoming my lack of confidence in my painting and am trying lots of new things!

[@KurtDeegan]

Diane your channel is inspiring and so enjoyable. Thank you for sharing your gift of creativity.

[@liliameister6558]

Очень спокойно и доходчиво обьясняете,спасибо. Интересная техника, хочу попробовать. Радуйте нас дальше своими работами!

[@debpaolucciojanomethreadar2357]

Very clever 🌹

[@cherylbarnhart9967]

I loved this tutorial on butterflies

[@tamyranash5984]

❤❤❤I love your butterflies!

[@wimjanssen2181]

My 141 th. I painted this one a while ago but that was before my challenge. So not bothering the season I watched it with pleasure again. ( your paper wasn't absorbing at all so it looks😅) Thanks for the drawing tip and have a ice day 😊wim

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Yes that paper was weird!!!

[@Jean-qf4ug]

I love these simple videos that turn out so beautifully! Thank you!!!!

[@donnajones2332]

I’m so glad lessons stay up since I missed this one and I love it! Thank you for the “c” shape tip!!! You are such an effective teacher ( from a teacher who recognizes such things!) I just appreciate learning from you so much!!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@janetchisholm7020]

Thank you so much......not sleeping too well....so watched your butterfly tutorial. Very calming and will be painting butterflies tomorrow.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful! Sorry you're having trouble sleeping. I always listen to a Michael Sealey recording when I go to bed (he's on KZbin) and he makes me sleep like a baby. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXinhqKdf9KlgqM

[@lauraningen8184]

Love watching you paint, so relaxing. Your sketching is so delicate too. Thank you for inspiring me to get out the watercolors.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Laura, hope you have fun!

[@artchristinedenton4253]

Thanks!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much!!❤️

[@dominiquebercot9539]

Je débute, et vous m’aidez beaucoup. Merci!