Abstract Loose Watercolour Painting // To Get You Started!

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BRUSHES:
Large flat brush + Size 14, 10, 6, 4 & 2 Black Velvet Brushes
PAPER:
Saunders Waterford Watercolour Paper 300 gsm on a block - Rough.
PAINTS:
Sennerlier: French Ochre (Quin Gold)
DANIEL SMITH: Green Apatite Genuine (Sap Green)
M GRAHAM: Paynes Grey, Quin Rust, Quin Rose & Turquoise (Black, Burnt Sienna, Permanent Rose & Prussian Blue
Plastic Card, Pipette, Salt (Table).
Washi tape.
Spritzer Bottle
Music: Frolic - E's Jammy Jams
Photo link: www.pexels.com/photo/10348493/
#watercolourabstract #watercolourloose #watercolorpainting

[@mahendrakondekar2679]

This is great learning for me. It includes all important water colour basics and other hacks. The painting appeals more than the photo

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! I’m so glad you found this tutorial useful. If you would like to access more exclusive and in-depth tutorials why not think about joining my Patreon membership. www.patreon.com/karenriceart

[@deeroyable]

Thanks! Your tutorials totally changed my approach to painting. I feel like I went from "copier" to "artist". You are a fantastic teacher!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you for sharing Dee! That is amazing!

[@The_Invisible_Man]

Love this one! You must love painting

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊 - and yes I do.

[@ransfordmclean7570]

Karen, you’re by far one of the best in my book.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@carlduffin]

What I like about your approach Karen is that nothing is rushed - you don't have to get things done before the paper dries.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@randallbartlett1369]

I love the freedom in which Karen paints. Wonderful misture of values and contrast!!

[@tamsinholland1297]

I fell in love with the violet in the background; it gives the whole painting that dreamy effect that I adore!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Tamsin, I am delighted that you think so!! 😀

[@alvirosy]

Yeah it doesn't look exactly like the photograph. Guess what, it looks prettier! Love the dramatic look on it! 🌊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! I am soooo pleased you think so!!

[@robbrown1790]

Gorgeous!!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Rob 😊

[@IMMA383]

Truly mesmerizing. Your loose landscapes are the best, Karen!.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Imma :)

[@ninakennedy5130]

Beautiful! Thank you!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you too!

[@maryannegunter115]

Another beautiful watercolor and tutorial. It's so calming to watch and listen to your mellow voice. I will attempt this soon! Thank you

[@elizabethgrant9833]

Love it! And thank you for your encouragement.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome 😊

[@HeiderosesPhotograph]

This reminds me of Falmouth S-Cornwall I have been in 1970, what a nice place this was. I did not want to leave this gorgeous fisher town, but I had to go back to school. Thank you for this wonderful tutorial.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Ann! I am glad it has reminded you of a special place in your past! 😀

[@kattdejager6102]

insantely beautiful, I love this, the greens are wonderful

[@cindylouwhobohl6983]

Absolutely gorgeous Karen! Love watching you paint! I love that when you list the colors of paint you are using ....you always mention what you can use as a substitute.

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased you like this tutorial and found the colour alternatives useful! 😊

[@angelawalker9793]

This is what I love about watercolour - it’s delicate and ethereal, and you have captured it beautifully. Thank you! My style tends towards realism, you’ve inspired me to try ‘loose’.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful Angela... I hope you give this style a try!

[@atombomb50]

love your lessons thanks

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@halinaopala7489]

Thank you Karen for this lovely and inspiring tutorial. Your painting is much prettier than photo.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Halina! That is so nice of you to say 😊

[@stephaniepegg5325]

Love it!

[@rinaamaya7382]

This is so beautiful thanks

[@KarenRiceArt]

I'm glad you like it

[@susanritchie9456]

Wow! Beautiful!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😊

[@graziellarocha8896]

Just a wonderful technic

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@carolwetherington429]

Beautiful! Thank you being so inspiring!

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome Carol! Thank you 😊

[@ellenc2527]

Thank you so much for sharing, I really love your work. You do such a wonderful job of explaining as well!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@ritaharker8792]

Really love this, it’s a stunning tutorial in atmospheric watercolour. Thank you so much for showing us how.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@IsleofWightBushcraft]

That’s really nice Karen.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@patriciadupuis9857]

What a terrific tutorial! It's so refreshing to be challenged by some abstract techniques, really stretching our creativity; it wakes us up! .I'm anxious to try it. As always, many thanks.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful, so pleased you like this tutorial Patricia! 😊

[@misszsazsa6288]

This painting turned out beautifully! Stunning, in fact! There is nothing I enjoy more than learning more loose watercolour techniques. Thank you!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@nh5083]

Love your soothing voice as you paint this gorgeous painting. I like how you explain and show different techniques also.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@katherinewinfree7831]

Absolutely beautiful! One of my very favorites of your paintings, Karen!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Katherine! I am so pleased you think so!!

[@marjoriepark1198]

Thanks so much. Lovely and extremely motivating for my next project. Marjorie from Georgia US🌈

[@leahevergreenart]

Oh wow! That is so cool. I never would have thought to use a wax crayon to save the white of the paper.

[@deirdrehalstead6963]

Simply gorgeous and soooo inspirational! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent, love your style Karen. 🙏💕🙏

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Deirdre! :)

[@ropi8739]

Lovely, absolutely lovely!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@ashleyjohnson334]

Thank you so much for sharing. Absolutely loved watching you paint.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@chrischurchley7003]

Lovely and loose - you have some great textures and great colour choice. Thank you 🙏!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Chris! It was so much fun to paint! Especially as it was from my own photo 😊

[@marialunatorres7581]

Karen fantastic very colorful work and a good visual exercise Thank you very much

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased you like this painting Maria! Thank you 😀

[@francinepitarch6061]

Absolutely beautiful. You make it look so easy. Your blessed

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Francine! So lovely of you to say!😊

[@danielleleclaire9974]

Fantastic atmosphere, i love the colours you choosed and the way you represent the cliffs!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Danielle, so pleased you liked this one! 😀

[@catherineadkins2774]

Another great tutorial! I love the abstract landscape and the techniques you show us! It’s beautiful! As a beginner I have trouble being loose with my painting. These methods will be helpful!

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased you found this helpful 😀

[@antiochfoxlake7]

Absolutely beautiful. I am inspired as usual.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful!

[@christineriley8832]

This is very beautiful. Thanks for this tutorial. I’m definitely going to give it a try.

[@KarenRiceArt]

That is wonderful Christine! I am so glad it has inspired you to have a go! Have fun 😊

[@adrianlucashernandez9324]

This is wonderful! I'm thinking of returning to watercolor and your methods are very fresh and inspiring, thanks for the video!

[@KarenRiceArt]

I am so pleased you think so! I hope you get a chance to paint in this style with watercolour 😀

[@aMAZEingU]

Love this! Great demonstration of various techniques. Feeling inspired!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful! So pleased!! Thanks so much 😊

[@karolfrench5816]

Very precise THANKYOU it’s good to have a narrative this way. What happiness art is. To see and create. Wonderful

[@KarenRiceArt]

Glad you enjoyed the narrative Karol... thank you 😀

[@lherzog27]

Beautiful work! I love water colour and the unpredictable nature of it! You are an inspirational teacher! Thank you!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! 💕

[@julieo8017]

Your tutorials always get me inspired and motivated Cheers thank you so much

[@KarenRiceArt]

So happy to hear that Julia! Thank you!

[@gailbryce5842]

Thank you so much Karen, absolutely beautiful, so inspirational, looking forward to this on your patreon channel

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Gail... hope you enjoy the longer more in-depth Patreon version... should be published later today 😊

[@pamelaknott6707]

Really beautiful Karen. Your videos are always so informative and full of helpful tips. Thank you for your time in doing these.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are most welcome Pamela! So pleased you find the tutorials helpful 😊

[@SarahNewburyArt]

Wonderful Karen! I love how this turned out with all the different textures. 👍🏻🥰😊

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Sarah 😀

[@sarahnorthrop9823]

I painted this today! I didn't know I could paint like this. Thank you Karen, your tutorials are so clear and easy to follow. I'm new to this and have yet to master the sparkly water effect I think I need to invest in the correct brushes too! I thoroughly enjoy your videos and I really enjoyed painting this. 😊💖

[@aliciadaniels5712]

Xawesome

[@elizabethmorgan2513]

This is BEAUTIFUL! I’m going to give this technique a go! So well done!👏👏👏❤️

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy painting this one

[@Pepper4545]

Love the music💞. Love the painting.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@miraschwartz168]

This is soooo beautiful Karen. Tank you for all yours tutorials.

[@KarenRiceArt]

thank you so much Mira 😀

[@philliparthurjones9405]

Excellent andmind blowing the detail is unreal PJ Tassie

[@eepaulsen]

Love this. It’s beautiful

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank yo so much Elizabeth, I am so pleased you think so!!

[@barbaragemin5117]

I really like this one Karen. Also, this time, because the paper caught the light source I realised just HOW wet your paper was! The page was not just wet but flooded. This is important I think, as it’s not always clear just how wet the paper needs to be to get those lovely runny effects. Lesson learned. Thank you Karen.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Barbara! So pleased you like this tutorial and found it helpful... especially in regards to how wet the paper was... I will try to discuss this in more depth in future. Thanks so much for pointing it out 😀

[@tacaheca]

Wow, the preview looks amazing. Can't wait to watch the Video. Thanks.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Hope you like it!

[@dorisschmeichel2949]

Lovely, lovely painting!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Doris! I am so pleased you think so!

[@nancytestani1470]

Cool..

[@kathleenhoward7070]

So beautiful! Thank you so much!

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome! Thanks Kathleen 😊

[@ritadave7375]

Amazing and inspiring, love your innovative ideas.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Rita!

[@gabrielleannacormierart]

Such an interesting process! And beautiful results ❤️ thank you for sharing!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@vimim5088]

The green looks so fresh..Beautiful👌

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@MerrrryBeth]

Gorgeous Karen!!! This is my new favorite!! 👍❤️❤️❤️

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful! Thank you Maribeth!

[@rejanearagon6215]

Your painting looks much better than the photograph!! I love this so much! Thank you for the tutorial

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much!

[@mandygreen9152]

Again Beautiful! thank you Karin!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Mandy! 😀

[@ranias76]

beautifull Karen ,thank you for posting.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome! Thank you Claire 😊

[@rosiefarrell3833]

Fabulous and so loose. Thanks, Karen

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Rosie 😀

[@nanditamishra2871]

Very beautiful. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Nandita for inspiring me to paint again in this style! It has been so popular! 😀

[@pattycyr8662]

This is great - love it!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much!

[@jennywhisconier7777]

Love!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@helengill5481]

Wow just a fantastic tutorial :)

[@annejameson3425]

Gorgeous!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@paulinejohnstone5043]

Thanks Karen for another brilliant informative tutorial....hoping to implement some of your techniques in a current painting I’m struggling with at the minute 😁

[@KarenRiceArt]

I really hope this helps Pauline... good luck with your painting 😊

[@dalvacosta1017]

I've really enjoyed your painting. One of these days I've found old pics with my family on a beach with beautiful cliffs like this. It's sthing to watch with no hurry. Thank you for your gentle approach. Hug from Brasil.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wonderful! Thank you so much Dalva! Greetings from the UK 😊

[@christinehill6887]

Beautiful!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Christine

[@cherylweaver5129]

Beautiful !

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Cheryl!

[@clareclemens4849]

I've just found your channel and found this painting so inspiring. Thanks so much.

[@KarenRiceArt]

You are so welcome!

[@cathyintally]

I love this very much. Much better than photo!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Wow, thank you for saying Catherine! 😊

[@camerabug2]

Lovely 🥰

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@carolstefan7662]

Love your paintings Karen!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much

[@josesantiagodevicentemarti4031]

GREAT...!!! 👏🎶📽️🖌️🎨🐬

[@fuzzydragons]

wonderful piece and the card does create really nice texture once the paint is dry 🙂

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much 😊

[@thebirdartistscottage]

Your tutorial was right on time, Karen, because I’m on my way to the Oregon coast this morning! Our coast looks quite a lot like the location you used in your photo reference here. I love how accessible you make this. Your approach looks like it will really reduce any anxiety so anyone can take this scene on. And wax resist, the salt, and plastic card are such cool techniques to experiment with. Fun!! I can’t wait to give this a try with some of the photos I talk later today! Lots of love from Oregon! - Tara Kate

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Tara Kate, so glad this was timely and that you liked all of the yummy techniques. Have fun at the coast! 😊

[@susanhepburn6040]

Thank you very much.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Susan 😊

[@lilianwong3181]

Dear Karen Beautiful art work! You are such a great teacher. I learn a lot from your channel. Thank you very much.

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Lillian!

[@rejaneschmuck9217]

c’est magnifique ,j ’aime beaucoup votre style !

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I am so pleased that you enjoyed this tutorial! Happy painting 😊

[@manonparadis1314]

Magnifique

[@srinivaskulkarni645]

Wow Karen! That's a lovely painting. Feel motivated to pick up my Brush again after a long gap

[@KarenRiceArt]

So pleased this has inspired you to pick up your brush and start painting again! Good luck and have fun 😊

[@janelloyd7601]

Fantastic Karen. Thank you

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much Jane 😊

[@annemiekebelgraver7400]

Lovely! 👌

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@ashleyevans3330]

Very beautiful! Great job!!!!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you 😊

[@petermanns92]

Karen, this is wonderful! ❤️👍

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you Peter! 😀

[@jilld8787]

Lovely!

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks Jill

[@artplace5976]

Absolutely wonderful painting!))

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@kimdavies4542]

Love this , will be having a go. 😀

[@KarenRiceArt]

Thanks so much Kim, really pleased you like this and I am so looking forward to seeing what you do!! Have fun 😊

[@josesantiagodevicentemarti4031]

GENIAL...!!! I LIKE ALL YOU DO...👏🎶📽️🖋️📖🖌️🎨

[@kimgalea6529]

I love this thank you so much❤

[@KarenRiceArt]

My pleasure 😊