How to Paint with Gouache with Sarah Cray of Let's Make Art | Watercolor Beginner Series

[@soannedotcom]

It’s fun for me that people need an intro on gouache. In France, gouache is what you use as kids during art class. Because it’s so versatile and because you don’t really waste anything. If you pulled too much paint out of the tube you juste let it dry and you reactivate it with water at the next class. If you go to France go to any supermarket and you will find a cheap pack of gouache in the school supply aisle.

[@olgaurueta542]

Great! Another thing we're behind on.

[@LetsMakeArt]

Oh how interesting! But now that I think about it - it is a great medium for kids since it is so versatile!

[@jengoodwyn2715]

I'm so glad that it's finally getting properly introduced to North America because I just love it!

[@lisaonthenet6794]

I wish it was like that in Australia

[@outofmymindart]

It’s a shame more countries don’t do the same. It would be far more user friendly than giving kids acrylic to start with.

[@af1946a]

I can’t afford to fall in love with another medium 😭😂 I’m so excited for these new gouache tutorials 😬

[@LetsMakeArt]

Haha we totally understand, buuuut Christmas is coming up :)

[@B1ackDahlia767]

Same! 😂

[@B1ackDahlia767]

*You can add white gouache, (titanium,) to any watercolor to "make gouache" in a pinch. It's more convenient when done in a little ceramic dish.

[@lisamccort6777]

@@B1ackDahlia767 thank you for this information

[@B1ackDahlia767]

@@lisamccort6777 of course! You're kindly welcome! I'm mainly a draftsman, but I adore watercolor & gouache. Here are a few things I wish I'd known to begin with, product-wise, in case it might be of use to you: I've heard "Marie's" gouache to be a great starter gouache, and it's supposedly pretty affordable. (I prefer Holbein, but it's extremely expensive!) Holbein, Winsor and Newton, M. Graham, & DaVinci offer giant tubes of titanium white gouache. I'd go for a large tube of W&N titanium white to start as you'll end up using it most, especially if you're mixing watercolor into it to create colored gouaches. It's a great trick, but it's not perfect. (I recommend titanium white/permanent white over a flake white or any other as it's not a 'warm' white.) I've personally tried the gouache made by Arteza, & it's not only affordable, but it is a great student grade gouache to start with. I use it all the time and save my Holbein for commissions, etc. As far as paper goes, I like to practice using the Canson XL watercolor paper rather than on pricey cotton, (again, I try to reserve the cotton for client pieces,) use synthetic brushes that are normally for acrylics rather than softer watercolor brushes, (because gouache is a bit of a heavier paint,) but that's all personal preference. I can say that Canson XL paper is a good choice economically speaking, as are the cheap synthetics. Above all, have FUN! 😉 *EDIT: Always bring your watercolor paint to your gouache, & never bring your gouache into your watercolor palette to avoid contaminating your watercolor palette with the opaque paint! ;)

[@ToniWall]

You’re such a wonderful teacher! I love your sweet spirit!

[@LetsMakeArt]

Oh thank you!

[@janerusch7820]

I'm late to the gouache party and I have been bingeing tutorials. This is the best basic explanation by far. I love the leaves in this video.

[@LetsMakeArt]

Welcome to the gouache party!! We're so glad you enjoyed this video, thanks for tuning in and creating along with us!!

[@kathleenroyles1347]

You are a very good teacher, clear, and methodical, which is good for me since I am trying to learn the basics of painting with quash looking forward to more of your videos

[@michelleannette7994]

You're such a sweetheart. I love how kind you are about learning❤

[@simmimon]

I love that gouache is becoming popular these days! I just got into it, and its so far my favorite.

[@barbarakoch5726]

I watched this during my lunch break today. I loved the information...I couldn’t wait to get home tonight and try it. What fun....so much to learn. Thank you Sarah for helping me grow, even when I didn’t know I needed to.

[@grandmasmith]

Wow! I have watched a LOT of videos on Gouache and this is the first time I've come away actually understanding this paint and how to use it. Thank you so much Sarah for taking the time to make this video. 👍😊

[@LetsMakeArt]

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you're enjoying this how-to video! :)

[@LetsMakeArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@simplelife9020]

This is one of the best vids I've seen for introducing gouache. The comparison to different mediums and the demonstrations are great. Thanks for the vid! 👍

[@andreagoulet7377]

Thank you! I’ve been looking for a basic comparison video like this. I absolutely love how much you emphasize being kind to yourself. I’m definitely someone who tends to beat themselves up if it’s not right the first time. ❤️

[@infinitynadine4664]

I have been an advanced watercolor artist for years and came across a project where acrylic paint was needed. I used acrylic in the past and I have been successful but it is a challenge. This time used gouache because its closer to watercolor in the sense of how it feels and going back to blend if needed. This video did help a lot with learning the first few things before I practice for the piece that was being made.

[@LetsMakeArt]

So happy to hear that the video was beneficial for you!

[@kathleenbrite4234]

This was so informative! I’ve been trying some projects with gouache but was really confused about how it worked. This was so clarifying and helpful. Thank you!

[@adrianaacevedo9049]

There are not many detailed gouache tutorials on KZbin, thank you for this 💕💕

[@LetsMakeArt]

We're so glad you enjoyed it, Adriana. Thank you for tuning in! :)

[@gracievandiver3728]

What a wonderful and thorough introduction to gouache. Thank you. You answered all the questions I didn't even know I had! So helpful!

[@cassandrabriggs9133]

So excited you guys are doing gouache! I got some because I was drawn to the "like acrylics, only not a giant mess to clean up" aspect, but the huge flexibility of how you can use gouache is a little confusing when you're a beginner. You're such a good explainer -- can't wait to see what you explain about gouache, next!

[@sandyglanton5063]

Thank you Sarah for the Gouache tutorial and for a month of Gouache! I know some people aren't happy about it, but I LOVE that you added something new! Would you consider doing a Gouache line of subscription boxes? I'd sign up! :)

[@LetsMakeArt]

This is a great idea. You never know what mediums we may have percolating in the background.

[@LetsMakeArt]

That is a great idea! If only I had more time...but maybe that is something we can do in the future with a different teacher :)

[@deetsak]

You must be a mind reader, I’ve been looking into gouache lately and was looking into tutorials and happily saw your video

[@GlossandSparkle]

I love how vibrant and pigmented the colors are! ~Gloss and Sparkle

[@OrganizeCreateDecorate]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I used gouache once in art school and never tried it again. It's been so long that I forgot anything about it and was afraid to get started. I'm not now! Thank you again.

[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

I've known about Guoache for ages but this is the first comprehensive explanation I've ever heard about how it works and when it's best to use it!!! All I ever heard was that it is opaque and still water-based. LOL I can't wait to see the planned tutorials.

[@nkguenther1]

Have been doing LMA tutorials on my own with pan paints since May, but decided to order the September box so I can learn how to use goache. Very excited to start the tutorials and to have my first LMA box including reference photos and written instructions.Thank you, Sarah!

[@LetsMakeArt]

We are so excited for you to be a part of these projects!

[@gracieosornio9291]

Thank you! This is wonderful of you all, I've been wondering about gouache and wanted to explore.

[@Linda-qq5mg]

Thank you for covering so many important points about gouache. It seems to be a wonderful medium!

[@catherinefarley5694]

Thank you for this lesson. I have a set of gouache and recently noticed the color was opaque. I'm so happy that now I have a clear understanding of its usefulness.

[@janetmuehe6177]

I love Sarah tutorials!

[@phyllisd3705]

Thank you, Sarah, for this intro to gouache (and Keenan’s pronunciation assistances). Your demo comparing watercolor processes to gouache really helped. And I like the leafs example, which shows another way to do the Hide and Seek project. :)

[@anngillan2369]

Thanks for the informative introduction to gouache......I didn’t know what I was missing.

[@LaurenMilla]

Such great timing! I started watercoloring because of your subscription box back in November, and I found gouache a few months later, bought my first set from Arteza. I love playing with them, but watercolor makes WAY more sense to me, so gouache can get frustrating. I'm so freakin excited that a whole box is dedicated to learning all about gouache! And also, I am SERIOUSLY loving how the boxes are evolving. Sarah, your style feels like it's evolving and getting incorporated into the boxes and it has been SUCH a pleasure to watch it unfold. All the boxes have become so interesting and I am just loving the process.

[@LetsMakeArt]

Thank you so much Lauren!

[@jumanas4012]

thank you for being a light spirited inspiration

[@lasarod]

I didn’t even know I was missing out on this medium! I can’t wait to try it!

[@suerhodes7830]

GREAT TUTORIAL Thank you. I have BEEN WONDERING about gouache..purchased a large set I came across at a consignment store .. It said watercolour but I knew it was not your typical watercolor.. I'm so excited to try it...😀

[@LetsMakeArt]

So excited that you can explore your supplies a bit more!

[@constanceohara3191]

So, this was b4 my time (with LMA, that is), but Sara you make everything so much fun and exciting that it's hard to get afraid of new things you haven't even tried! I can't wait to get further into Gouache!!!

[@LetsMakeArt]

You can do it!

[@patlambert6787]

This tutorial was so helpful. I have gouache paints I purchased but haven't used yet. I'm really green, not really talented but have fun painting and hope I can get better. I really didn't know what a good choice I made buying these paints. Thanks for the great explanation.

[@LetsMakeArt]

Glad it was helpful! Remember to allow yourself to play and experiment. You have so much talent hidden just beneath the surface.

[@michelleramsey4302]

The best explanation by far. THANK YOU. New subbie

[@pamlong5914]

Thank you for your simple explanation of using gouache. Sometimes it’s just so hard to find those on KZbin!

[@lesleyfyfe2664]

O.M.G.! This is exactly the video I needed! I just bought my first tube of gouache and I wasn't really sure how to approach the medium. So THANK YOU! Thank you for explaining it in such a great and easy way. And by the way, your camera guy, (sorry I can't remember his name!) is fabulous! He has the best comments. And he's right, that was a gorgeous blue.

[@sheilaholland8380]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! Very clear and easy to understand. I look forward to trying them. I already have some, but was intimated to try them. Now I will, thanks to you.

[@lyndaanderson2158]

I had no idea gouache existed. I love it.

[@LetsMakeArt]

It's so fun!

[@toritarantino187]

Your husband's(?) occassional commentary cracks me up lol. He's in such awe over everything, I love it!

[@LetsMakeArt]

We all get so excited by art and the neat things Sarah teaches.

[@missytamik9209]

Thanks Sarah for getting me excited about Gouache!!! Can't wait to try out your lessons with it!!!

[@meloncoly3999]

I was thinking about buying acrylic paint but saw water color and was hoping I would find something similar to both,thanks for this.

[@LetsMakeArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lisamccort6777]

I love it when you show new techniques and cannot wait to try the gouache. I have some white gouache so thank you @Barbra Loveless for that information.

[@Oceans1974]

Fantastic! Can't wait to receive my paint and follow along with Sarah!

[@LetsMakeArt]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@soobinnieeeee]

thank you so much for this video!!! i’ve been wanting to work with gouache for a while since i found the himi gouache set a few months ago, but i wanted to get myself familiar with the medium first since to me it came off as intimidating to work with. this really helped :) thank you!!

[@lynncooper1781]

What a Beautiful video,thank you for sharing this.I love gouache and when i'm out of it, i simply use the white paint that comes with the watercolors and dab a color i want in the white paint with no water(careful,not to much)and simply start painting,Beautiful gouache colors.I'm still reading upon it,cause i want to know more about gouache and your presentation is awesome thank you.🌹

[@paulinesmit8364]

You are so sweet. Love your enthusiasm and easy instructional tips x

[@vickilawhorn8284]

Thanks for this introduction to gouache! I've dappled with oil pastels, and these techniques seem very similar. White is go-to! Can't wait for our first tutorial!

[@leighb8218]

I just started using gouache and playing around with it. So glad you will be doing tutorials on gouache painting! I love your watercolor tutorials and can't wait to try these!

[@mariannekeller7504]

Thank you so very much for this informative video! I have gouache but never knew how to use it. I am looking forward to seeing your new projects using this paint! Thanks again!!

[@ralarfaj6591]

THAAAANK YOU VERY MUCH! I liked this intro a lot, it was helpful for me, a beginner.. I think it’s wonderfully excuted 🤩 thank u again for this vid and for sharing your experience with the world! 😍🎨🌎

[@heatherwhitlock-shoppa8938]

Can’t wait to try it!! Good information. Thanks for sharing the Pro Tips, too.

[@potterthepainter]

So excited for the September projects. Thank goodness Christmas is only a few months away so I can put all the gouache colors on my list!

[@jude1515]

Your video was very helpful. I tried this on a small piece of watercolor paper. I was trying to get the effect of oils. The ocean theme turned out well but I am wondering if this 3D effect I was trying to get will eventually lift. I love the leaves you painted.

[@RicheUK]

Great video, many Thanks I have a beginners question :). If I already have a watercolour setup can I just buy a Gouache white and mix it with any desired colour to make it opaque?. If so, would there be a need to so many Gouache colours? I have a feeling its more complicated than that :)

[@debbieinruskin8563]

Lots of good info here Sarah. AND now I can even pronounce gouache. Thanks

[@LetsMakeArt]

Haha it took me a long time too!

[@fgatgor76]

So informative! Thank you.

[@LetsMakeArt]

You're so welcome. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed this video. Thanks for tuning in!

[@charlesfavano7424]

i was wondering can i take a small tube of gouache and mix it with in a 2 oz jar of water so i can use it for either painting or for airbrushing mainly create it in bulk?

[@stacygibson9572]

Thank you. This was really informative. Will you be doing gouache tutorials in addition to watercolour in future or will you alternate between the two? I really enjoy the watercolour tutorials on Wednesdays and would miss them.

[@LetsMakeArt]

Hello Stacy! We're going to be painting with gouache throughout the month of September, but we'll be back to watercolor for our October projects! You can check out all of the projects we have in store for next month right here: www.letsmakeart.com/products/monthly-subscription-box

[@jakkirook6959]

Thank you so much……that really helped me to understand gouache

[@dalener.rowley3580]

Thanks for the tips! I have a couple of questions: 1. What does it mean to "work out of the tube?" and 2. Will those of us in a dry climate run into trouble with it drying before we can complete a project?

[@LetsMakeArt]

1. Working out of the tube means you put paint straight from the tube onto your palette and immediately start using it (opposed to squirting paint from a tube onto your palette and letting it dry before you start to paint with it ) 2. Gouache does dry fairly quickly in general so it is possible it will affect it, if it does then maybe keep a spray bottle on hand so you can mist your work and keep it moist if you want

[@mayaws7339]

Sarah, great comments! I am just starting with gouache, must be the new fad!

[@LetsMakeArt]

It is such a fun medium!

[@yeespace17]

Thank you so much 🥰 for the introduction 😊 ~ So happy to watch it ☺️!

[@LetsMakeArt]

I'm glad you like it

[@darlenesfiddlin]

Thank you! What an awesome demonstration!!

[@ceceb0207]

Thank you Sarah. This is so helpful. Can’t wait for our September projects to begin 💜

[@tammyste1]

Thanks, I really enjoyed the introduction to gouache. Lovely colors 💕

[@marinaraarts]

thanks for the tutorial, i just got gouache for Christmas and im nervous to try it out 😅

[@akira-kc2oc]

i was planning to buy gouache but i was kinda hesitating cuz i didnt know how to use it and then i saw this. THIS IS A HUGE HELP, THANK YOU!

[@LetsMakeArt]

So happy this could help!

[@ArtWorkOfDR]

U don't have to add white to layer with gouache unless that's the look u are going for but u can do thicker layers and u can go light to dark or dark to light even though dark to light is harder if ur not careful they night mix with the under layers

[@annapurnayeluripaty7119]

Good class..thank you

[@donnaleifels3856]

Thank You Sarah great information can’t wait for the tutorials 💕💕🦋🦋

[@barefacedquestions]

I like the tray that Sarah used for mixing color. Is it a roast pan?

[@LetsMakeArt]

Sarah uses our Butcher Tray in the size medium. If you click the link below you'll be taken to the spot on our site where you can check out this awesome palette. www.letsmakeart.com/products/butcher-tray-palette?Social&

[@monica-NJ-123]

Very helpful video , thank you 😊

[@barbaras.7135]

Fantastic video. Thank you.

[@barbarabrown6818]

Sarah, could you use plastic kitchen wrap over your leftover paint on your pallet, to keep from drying out, until you want to use it again? Putting it directly over the paint and sort of sealing around each puddle??

[@LetsMakeArt]

You could do that but this paint is reactivated with water much like watercolors. You can re wet them and continue working with them later.

[@Leanna_Weber_Art]

Yeahhhh I just got quash recently

[@janetwalsh7025]

Is the back paper watercolor paper? Thanks great explanations! 🌸

[@LetsMakeArt]

It is! It is the black watercolor paper from Legion which you can find on our website if you want to give it a whirl!

[@9159bsbs]

Hi Sara, thank you for another great tutorial. I have some gouache but have never really used it yet. Btw The video messed up a little around 15:47 (or was that just on my end?) so wha did you say?

[@monicasud1]

im so excited to start a new type of painting!

[@lyndagunderson6895]

Thanks so much for this. I’m so glad to learn about gouache! I’ve always wondered about it. Can white gouache be used mixed into a watercolor and work the same?

[@LetsMakeArt]

I don't see why it couldn't - but I haven't researched it :)

[@ChrisC-ws5od]

@Lynda Gunderson Yes, it can. You can easily tint white gouache any color you like . However, you need to be careful not to contaminate your traditional watercolors by dipping back and forth between the white gouache and the color in your pan or palette. I always use a separate water jar for rinsing just the white.

[@mikasartarchive]

Thank you for this! 😭 I recently bought gouache to try it and it kinda stresses me out because it dries so quickly 😭😭 this video helped me learn more about gouache, will definitely follow the tips! omg thank you so much, this is very informative! 😭😭💖

[@LetsMakeArt]

Glad I could help!

[@javierlara9494]

Thank you for this video, is just what i needed. You are an amazing teacher saludos desde México 👍🏻🇲🇽

[@LetsMakeArt]

You are so welcome!

[@madelynsmith8281]

Thanks for the tips. Just bought my paint the other day. Can't wait to get started. Looking forward to the project videos. 🎨

[@suel4269]

Can you mix it with liquid watercolor? Or paint on top of it with watercolor? Looks like fun!

[@LetsMakeArt]

You can absolutely mix it with watercolor and paint on top or under or whatever! It's all up to you Sue :) Just keep in mind that if you mix it with watercolor, depending on how much you mix in, it will make your watercolors more opaque

[@suel4269]

Let's Make Art I was thinking to add watercolor to it to change the color of the gouache.

[@kathryncoleman7945]

What sort of container do you use to mix up your gouaches? It looks like some sort of casserole dish. Thank you and kind regards Kathryn 🇦🇺Australia

[@LetsMakeArt]

Here is a link to the butcher tray we recommend using: www.letsmakeart.com/products/butcher-tray-palette?Social&

[@barbarakoch5782]

I am so happy to see this. I feel less intimidated by this now. Thanks

[@LetsMakeArt]

Don't be intimidated. It is just paper. The point of these projects is to have fun and try to learn something new each day.

[@earthyurbanite]

SO EXCITED FOR THIS 🙌🏼

[@rezwanaalamgir2221]

So if you want to layer a light gouache tone on a darker gouache tone you should mix white in it, in order for it to show up ?

[@LetsMakeArt]

That can help!

[@alexislaurin5299]

What a great informative video! Thank you so much! Do you have a favorite gouache brand (or multiple)?

[@LetsMakeArt]

Sarah likes to use Holbein Designer and Acryla gouache.

[@amenabayou8555]

Thank you so much for making this!!! I was looking for something like that for hours💗💗💗

[@LetsMakeArt]

You're so welcome!

[@xiaociao8205]

Can you create a tutorial using gouache for painting clouds the fluffy ones 🥺

[@LetsMakeArt]

Hi @halamanann! You are in luck. Sarah did just this tutorial in September. It is called Dreamy Clouds. You can watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYOmk4WXgb-pqKM

[@xiaociao8205]

Thanks! 💙

[@rizkafaulina590]

Can we use acrylic paint??

[@pearlizeddesigns116]

So excited for this month's paintings! Thanks for the intro!

[@sarahtremain8134]

Wow so glad I’ve found your channel life saver😘

[@LetsMakeArt]

Welcome!!

[@wilmamccoul]

Just saw this! Thank you. I just bought the white to use for my watercolor painting. Was great for what I wanted. I have a question: can you mix gouache with a watercolor? Like, can I mix my white with a yellow or orange?

[@LetsMakeArt]

Yes you can!

[@kookmania1405]

thank you. I was hoping to get into this medium.

[@LetsMakeArt]

You’re welcome 😊

[@mariajoao4144]

Great lesson, thank u.

[@renujha6373]

Can you please explain what is poster colours

[@carolrhodes3991]

This was sooo helpful! Great video and thank you soo much!

[@jblln9667]

After painting gouache can you top it with sealing paint for finishing touches?

[@LetsMakeArt]

I would not advise it. The gouache used are water soluble and can reactivate and damage your painting.

[@jblln9667]

So i will just leave it? Do you have any recommendations to seal the art when using gouache?

[@JoyAloha709]

I use Dorlands wax to seal my watercolor paintings. Maybe it works for gouache too.

[@TheMcefalu]

This is a GREAT video! Thank you for introducing us to gouache. I've been playing with it on my own but your explanations were so helpful to tie everything together. Please periodically do gouache boxes! I read that hot press paper is better for gouache because it is smoother than watercolor paper and the gouache paint will spread better. What do you think?

[@LetsMakeArt]

That is definitely something to try out! It makes sense that they would work together well.

[@lizzy9975]

I actually just used acrylic paper when I used Gouche. It was fine.

[@patnichols2629]

Does it work well on canvas