How to Paint Sunlight Through the Trees in Watercolour

[@suresh.karthikeyan]

You are one of a handful of artists on KZbin, who explain their techniques selflessly. It is the hallmark of a great teacher. Salute you 🙏

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's very kind of you to say - thanks!

[@gretchenmack-pq4fo]

Yes, Paul is definitely one of the few artists that give selfless instruction!

[@gretchenmack-pq4fo]

Good morning Paul from the state of Wyoming USA! Just wanted you to know I have been watching your tutorials for almost 2 years, subscribed to your channel as well. Gave up my art to raise a family, and just in the last couple of years got back into it. Stumbled across one of your videos and have been hooked ever since! I practice your techniques a lot, I paint along with a lot of your videos, and really have gotten my confidence back. So, thank you again for being such a great, and selfless human when you are teaching! Happy 2024!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much and same to you for 2024!

[@kimyarmuch120]

As an introverted artist, I really enjoy your succinct instructions without a lot of extra chatting. It's so relaxing to understand what you're doing, then simply watch you do it and learn. Thank you! :)

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you Kim!!

[@kathymckinstry1649]

Couldn’t agree with you more. Some of the artist I’ve watched talk constantly and I find it distracting. Paul’s teaching techniques are spot on!

[@nukenjale]

Lovely experience to see how magically morning freshness arrives on the paper

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Nikhil!

[@vee35233]

How beautiful is this!! Now that the secret is out, I might be able to bring a few rays of sunshine into my painting life - thank you very much for a bit of magic, Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wonderful! - go for it Veronica!

[@peterpearce3146]

Hi Paul I am aged 78 and unfortunately I have MS . I have found that painting gives me peace of mind and the challenge is really good for me. I have always enjoyed your demo's so thank you so very much for helping me. Peter.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear Peter - happy to help in any way!

[@godstendermercies6394]

Avoid sugar in all it's forms, carbs, processed foods, seed oils and dyes. Eat a mainly carnivore lifestyle. Get in nutrient salt. Heal and thrive 🕊❤️

[@Imma_rose2]

A cool rainy day in the US-perfect time to paint sun rays! You’re consistently awesome!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers Deborah!

[@bevhassall8809]

Thank you so much for helping us do this painting. I sat with my grand daughter and we did this together, it was a wonderful experience

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@monalisamackey783]

Beautiful painting! I really enjoyed this! I loved the soft music with birds chirping happily as you painted…perfect music for this tutorial!

[@melbillmc]

Thank you! I love that you shared the one you weren’t happy with.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for watching Melaney!!

[@redbeard365]

Stunning and wonderful. I long to return to England to see my family. It's a joy to listen to you teach. Thank you for helping us all become better artists Mr. Clark.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure Kris!

[@vanhnguyen1770]

I cannot SAY anything about a GREAT ARTIST : PAUL CLARK !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

many, many thanks!

[@TheWildAlexa]

THAT WAS BRILLIANT!! Thank you!!!! This may have the most useful watercolor tutorial i have ever watched! Packed with tips and tricks!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks 😊

[@maryhaynes5946]

Love your tutorials and your explanations of your techniques. Enjoying your sense of humor as well😀😀

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like them!

[@Deedster56]

Oh boy, this was a BEAUTY, Paul! Thank you so much for showing us how to achieve this truly magnificent effect. As always, in your inimitable style and humour, we are in good hands. Wednesday’s are now my favourite ❤️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks again Didi - always great comments!! ❤️

[@traceyschack3343]

I do so enjoy Wednesday’s. You make it look so easy. Thanks again Paul!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome Tracey!

[@rebeccahewitt1722]

I am usually a silent watcher of your channel, but I just wanted to say that I love watching your videos, and your techniques have taught me so much. Thank you for all your work!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you Rebecca

[@aukjevisser8651]

I watch from the Netherlands and can follow the tutorials well. I dow't speak English fluently, but i do understand. I am very happy with the examples and the good explanation. I learn a lot. I like your humor, the seagulls and matching clothes. I watch the videos over and over and hope to make them all. greetings from Aukje for now.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!

[@kathymckinstry1649]

I enjoyed watching you create another beautiful painting Paul! You’ve got some very complimentary comments here, congratulations for being recognized. 👏🏻

[@kimberlypeterson9274]

This was very helpful especially the clear ruler and tissue. The absolutely best tip was working from one point for rays of light. This will help many! Thank you for sharing.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it helped!

[@dees.8713]

just recently discovered your channel and love it! I would love a tutorial on painting old houses & barns. Also, I love close-ups of wildlife painted in their natural habitat or farm animals. Thanks for all the tips and inspiration!

[@mamapata08]

Stunning! The best artist and the best teacher! Greetings!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you Paty - greetings!!

[@nanettecolbourne7595]

Had to have an unwanted break from your tutorials but back again and loving every minute. I've missed you! Thank you Paul

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Welcome back Nanette - missed you too!!

[@sharonrose160]

This style of painting seems to be the heart of watercolor and it’s magic and it’s fun to do which I am finding is important to me these days. Can’t wait to try.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@DianaWinch]

Thank you for such clear and helpful information on painting sunlight through trees.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vickyking3408]

You make it look sooo easy,what a wonderful talent you have and a joy to watch, thank you Paul

[@nadezdagarden]

Paul, I enjoyed painting this 'Sunlight in the forest' with you. I think that this picture is symbolic - the light of the sun rays breaks through the trunks of trees, especially in our hard times. Thanks for your talent. Saint Petersburg

[@sunainaupadhyay9995]

This is incredibly beautiful morning sir. How could one can make so easily the most difficult tasks ? U can do everything here on earth as up above the almighty God. The effects of beam and the boughs look awesome.the colour choice is marvelous. On the whole u r a rare artist who cam teach difficult ones so easily.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks as always for your lovely comment Sunaina!

[@wryter93]

I'm in love with your work. I painted this along with you, after watching it 4 times, of course. It was a blast and mine actually looks decently close. (A little too heavy handed on mine)Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wow, thank you!

[@kathrynoreilly6064]

You just light up my day with your painting, Mr Sunshine

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Lovely to hear - thanks Kathryn!

[@vickipritchard2082]

I am now a fan and student of yours, having only watched this one video so far. You make it fun, pleasant, and easy to learn.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome, thank you! ... and a BIG welcome Vicki!

[@leannepattullo9765]

Oh Paul , this painting really touched my heart - at the moment my father passed away I looked up to the sky and the light was bursting through the clouds in just this manner so every time I see light rays like this I think of him . I am so thrilled to see how I might be able to try and pant something like this - thank so so much ! You are awesome !

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Ah, that's nice Leanne - so glad to help.

[@sruthiy7461]

I am trying almost all of your paintings.. they are turning out to be amazing 🎉

[@debbiedennisart]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful painting. I love when the sun comes through the trees.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear Debbie!

[@squadiodatamj5998]

A (another) fully satisfying tutorial, Paul. Many thanks (again). The paint-along went as well as could be expected with a significant interruption (= completely dried) when I was slinging my variety of colours onto the wet paper. I will be painting along again. Good stuff!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it - many thanks!

[@aileencura4795]

Am a fan Mr. Clark. You are so generous with sharing your techniques. Thank you so much.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

So nice of you

[@רחלתמרי-כ9נ]

Thank you. I love your paintings, your accurate instructions, and your English humor!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like them!

[@chukkyinsights1459]

❤I always love to watch how sunlight scatters through trees and makes light and shadow... I love to paint it. That sunlight beam reminds me of my Demise sister smiling at me 😢

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help!

[@sandyreuter2550]

I love this painting! Love that you use all those techniques for achieving the beautiful painting. Thank you for sharing all of these with us!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@rosakuan9660]

HI Paul , I am watch your channel from Taiwan , Asia , can’t say enough a million of thanks for your lesson which driven me to pick my brush and give it a go , the last time I tried to paint was 30 years ago ….guess what , this time I can really enjoy the painting and love what I come up by following your steps ,,,,, love your humor and encouragement.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That's very kind Rosa - many thanks!

[@sherryculler8313]

Thank you for the step-by-step detail with wonderful instruction. How I love to learn and was delighted to watch and explore my own fun painting with you. Such a sweet blessing.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@sueabel6239]

Another great tutorial, Paul thank you. I'd love to see a tutorial with a canal in it.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Hi Sue - thanks and suggestion noted.

[@kathleenramsey2966]

Absolutely beautiful! Stunningly gorgeous

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nancywhite2014]

Thank you Mr. Clark for sharing such an illuminating style of watercolor painting 🖼. Beautiful.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it Nancy!

[@nancywhite2014]

@@ArtbyPaulClark I could also say enlightening. Another pun escapes. 😉

[@maureenreed8162]

Paul ive learned so much from you. My work has improved and my confidence has grown in just a few short weeks following your 3 T’s - tips, tricks and techniques. You’ve such a wonderful, simple yet thorough way of explaining how to do things. Thank you so much.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Fantastic Maureen - have fun!

[@asphotography6443]

Dear Paul .. Thank you, your technique is fantastic !!! | Alex

[@anitaday7537]

Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us. Your tips are great i have learnt a lot. And your humorous touches are the best ! Thanks again.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome Anita!

[@KalaiSelvi_thestar]

Oh wow. Another difficult subject made to look easy by Mr Clark's magic. Thanks.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@timfriesen6744]

How I love waking up on Wednesday and know that there’s something new from you to try, thanks!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much Tim!

[@janetdoleh5034]

I learn so much from you and enjoy your cheerful presentation. Thank you.

[@IshtarPainting]

I had bad day today, but when reached to your today's video I feel better already with more hope. Thank you for sharing such amazing videos of my favourite hobby/watercoloring

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

I'm so glad! - keep in touch!

[@penelopemartin3597]

Really enjoyed this tutorial - I had an idea for a painting which had sunlight through trees but had no idea how to do that effect with Watercolour. Then I got a msg on my phone for this tutorial. Serendipidity! Can't wait to try this out ! Enjoy your bits of humour also.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful Penelope!!

[@vitamigues6455]

It's very hard to find tutorials for painting techniques that actually work. Thank you so much for the help. I'm excited to get to work on this new technique.❤

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@paulafoore8684]

Paul, I appreciate you so much! Thanks for sharing your talent. You are a wonderful teacher!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

I appreciate that!

[@ericbromley1309]

Hi Paul, just watched your watercolour, sunlight through the trees... full of atmosphere... great!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@deborahlane8685]

Seen some beautiful sunlight reflecting through the trees while walking in the new forest but was not sure how to put them in until now thankyou paul.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Happy to help!

[@karenarmendariz2858]

You always WOW me! How you turn a white piece of paper into something so beautiful is just awesome. 👍😁

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Karen 😀

[@hiralparekh1187]

Your teaching technique is simply amazing and the variety of adding textures is super helpful. Scaffolding the instructions is helping me practice watercolor being at the beginner level. Thank you

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You're very welcome!

[@scrappy3759]

Love love love! So beautiful- Thank you so much for sharing your tips and tricks and letting us watch your process! As a novice, it can be difficult trying to wrap my mind around how to do the layers and what techniques to use to get the desired effect. But as they say, practice makes perfect! I will give it a whirl~

[@scrappy3759]

Well…I can’t say my painting turned out as good as yours. lol And that path was much harder than it seemed it would be. Why do my “dabs” not look the same as yours ?!? Will have to try again!! 😅

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much!

[@青い空-b3n]

Hi, I am echo from Japan, so enjoy to watch your videos since 6 month ago, learned a lot of painting skills from you , and how to easy painting , thank you so much! See you next week!😄

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Awesome! Thank you Echo from Japan!!

[@riesalipschitz3035]

I have an art lesson today, on Zoom…we are still in lockdown! Our subject is a boat under the trees….and after watching you painting, there will be rays of sunlight coming through those trees…just the inspiration I needed! Thank you Little Miss Sunshine!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

That is awesome! - many thanks!

[@chrishushion1527]

Thank you Paul! I really appreciate your teaching style- sharing colors, brushes, pitfalls etc. your voice is pleasant to listen to, and the background music is lovely, making watching your video, a pleasant experience as well as a great learning one. I’m a beginner, painting, almost a year and have much to learn. Thanks for your help from south of Phoenix Arizona, USA!🌵🏜️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are very welcome and a big thank you 😊

[@Doodkapje]

Fantastic! Perfect for our indian summer days we're blessed with. Thank you for sharing!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Cheers - yes, lot's of lovely sunny days recently!

[@barbarahutchins9267]

More Paul Clark magic!!!! This one is spectacular.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Many thanks Barbara!

[@juliehigh8743]

I look forward to your videos every Wednesday! This one is especially timely as I've been trying to figure out how to paint sunlight coming through trees in the background while the foreground trees are heavily shaded. After getting tips from your video, I think I'm ready to give it a try! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, and always making it so fun.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

I'm so glad! - thanks Julie!

[@6862211]

Love it! Thanks for your time in teaching us!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ellatingstrom6680]

I've found a new favorite channel in you. You're a great teacher!

[@juliemountford4724]

Most helpful tutorial for a beginner like myself, i have been struggling to keep light in my paintings, and will go and practice this now. many thanks and kind regards, Julie

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@melindaavila498]

Stunning! Absolutely stunning!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😁

[@peggywilliams6011]

Thank you so much, Paul! I've tried many times to figure out this technique on my own. Thrilled to see how you do it!

[@karinsderholm2973]

The best teacher, ever... Thank you😊😊

[@nancyganjoosingh]

Excellent tutorial, I badly wanted these tips as I am painting a tree with sun beams bursting through. Thanks Paul for sharing.

[@salilsart8197]

Thank you, Paul, for your tutorial.you are a great teacher.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Very kind 😄 cheers

[@pinkruchi]

Thank you Paul for these wonderful tutorials

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you like them!

[@Klecksfabrik]

Absolutely fabulous! Not that I'll be able to lift, splatter and let loose like that, but I'll have a go! Love getting to know all those techniques! Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Go for it Johanna!

[@sandytorento5048]

Thank you Paul for the beautiful suns rays. I'll give it a try. Also you asked about future tutorials. I love old alley ways for a suggestion thanks

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Cheers Sandy - Alley ways on the list!

[@JoyAloha709]

Thanks for another interesting tutorial, filled with fun, creative and effective techniques. Happy to say that today I received from Amazon a set of pastel pencils, that I ordered due to your frequent use in the tutorials. You’re my watercolor guru!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Wonderful! - great to hear Gila!

[@annabellezamora2525]

Another awesome tutorial, another gorgeous watercolor! learning a whole bunch from you! you are suh a great teacher and lots of fun too! keep safe.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@elenajiva8297]

You are an amazing artist and a great teacher!! Thanks a lot!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you Elena! 😃

[@lyndamcnally6263]

Wonderful demo Paul. Thank you! I’m going to tackle this today!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Have fun Lynda!!

[@barbaramilbradt2188]

Turned out beautiful. I want to try painting sunbeams now.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Go for it!

[@joannaryan9805]

Gorgeous love this demonstration

[@maureenbusch224]

Referring to your reply to Robert Cook, I was surprised to learn that you attempted this painting three times. You are a superb artist/teacher, you make it all look so easy, so you have renewed my confidence. Thank you for your time and another great tutorial.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀 - and yes it often takes me at least a couple of goes!

[@donnagoode6923]

the ethereal music is perfect for this painting

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks Donna!

[@radhanair2388]

Grateful for this demonstration. Love the composition and the painting ❤️

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks so much 😊

[@lovewillwinnn]

You just came up in my feed and I have to say you are my favorite of all the watercolor teaching channels I know! You are the master! 👩🏻❤️😍‼️

[@PhooKayChi]

Marvelous painting. I learned very much from this.Thank you.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

My pleasure 😊

[@kathyrieck9567]

Your painting is absolutely beautiful, Paul! Can't wait to try this one, but if it's half as good as yours, I'll be pleased! You are inspirational!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You can do it Kathy!

[@everyoneisanartist6]

Thank you, cheers to the sunshine!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you too!

[@marzenamania7266]

What a beautiful painting! I love watching your tutorials. All your paintings are amazing! 🤩

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much 😀

[@HSkyler]

Paul, that is just lovely! Simple, yet elegant. I'm definitely going to try this one. Thank you!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Have fun!

[@anneschmitthenner6540]

OMGOSH!!! Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talent with us!!! I just love watercolor paintings and so cool to see how you paint!!!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

You are so welcome!

[@OLAA513]

lovely wednesday with another great painting ,useful technique and nice music.thank you paul🌹

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it Ola!

[@ramkrishnaswami5347]

Beautifully done Paul. You do it so effortlessly - and it looks amazing!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you so much Ram 😀

[@stephencooke3926]

Thank you Paul for another superb demonstration. Lovely effect with the light shining through the trees.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@deborahlane8685]

Loved it. Ive seen a lot of beautiful sun light through the trees vuews as lve be walking in the new forest.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thanks for sharing

[@solarpanelcleaning-t9d]

Lovely mood you created!! Love it I can hear the birds at sunset...

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@paulafoore8684]

We’ve recently moved to an area with walking trails in the tall piney woods. After a rain shower, with a few puddles on the paved trail and all the fall colors and the late afternoon sun, it was such a beautiful picture. I would love to try and capture it.

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Great to hear ... and thanks for sharing!

[@gailhompeschbrett3306]

This is wonderful! So many great techniques wrapped up in one lesson. Thank you!!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnversey6955]

I really enjoy watching your art class demonstrations. Although Ive painted for many years, I keep learning new techniques from you and this is improving my painting no end!

[@ArtbyPaulClark]

Thank you very much!