Kinesava Cliffs - Roland Lee Watercolor Painting Step by Step

Paint this. Watercolor techniques of wet into wet and scumbling are key to creating a good watercolor painting. This how-to step by step painting video is great for watercolor beginners and novices alike. All of us have to start somewhere. My journey started over 30 years ago and after a successful career (I have sold over 1800 paintings) I am enjoying sharing with other eager artists what I have learned. In this video I clearly demonstrate 3 of the most important watercolor methods. If artists can develop these skills alone, their work will advance rapidly. I start off showing how I use a simple pencil sketch to plan my painting of Zion National Park. Then jump into an easy wet into wet sky showing how to let the pigments blend on the paper instead of the palette. As the painting develops I will teach you about "blocking in" the first washes, then "scumbling" to create texture. While I work I share knowledge and tips about how YOU can reach higher levels of skill through "brush mileage" and practice. And of course I describe all the materials and tools I personally use from brushes and paints to palettes and paper. Thanks for watching. If you enjoy this painting please subscribe to my channel and share it with your friends.
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MATERIALS I USE
1. Arches cold press 140 lb. Watercolor Paper
2. Eldajon Palette
3. Loew-Cornell and Princeton brushes
4. Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolors

[@marylemley5194]

I just discovered your beautiful paints and techniques!!! Im not so young but have always loved tutorials and painted some from books 20 yrs ago. You are so pleasant to listen to....thank you for sharing your great knowledge and watercolor style. Ive become obsessed with the Superblooms which i had no idea existed!!!!! Live the Princeton long rounds!!!!! Thankyou again!!!!!

[@charlesvanhorn1560]

There are infinite ways to approach watercolor painting, in my opinion, your style is the best. Thank you for an informative and well-thought-out video.

[@christieflynn]

Beautiful picture and detailed follow along.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you for watching Christie

[@rolandllee]

Thanks Christie. You are too kind.

[@iloveleannav]

WOW! This is amazing. So beautiful. Thank you for this tutorial. 😍😍😍😍😍😍✨✨✨✨❤❤

[@carolynchambers8716]

thank you s much for sharing your expertise with us. I love your paintings.

[@melgreathouse8211]

Love your style of painting. Hope to see new tutorials soon. 😊 Thank you! ❤

[@ninner196]

It is always a pleasure to see your work! As someone who is disabled and can’t get to all the beautiful locations anymore I have to rely on photos or typically sit in an area that isn’t the best view but try to make the best out of it even if it is all made up with the exception of basic elements. Your work is a treasure for experienced as well as new wc students. Thank you. Learning to do wc or any other medium is something that anyone can learn if they have the drive and desire to do so. Another point that I wanted to mention is that some( us😂) artists will be extreme detailists, nothing wrong with it at all but sometimes the work, hours entailed in accomplishing those works of art are not able to be sold. It is a fact as artists that we know. But if one is able to accomplish the hint of those details, save time and sell them then that is the difference. With most of my family and myself those paintings end up with our family and we understand that. Your work is gorgeous Thank you for not fearing to tell new ones about using the Phalo family and staining pigments as they are truly the base of transparent watercolor. 😊

[@meganj469]

Roland Lee Studio를 구독하는 수채화 애시청자입니다. 멋지고 아름다운 수채화 작업 동영상을 보여 주셔서 감사합니다.

[@nationalheritagenaturepark6651]

Every time I come back to your instruction Roland, you inspire and encourage me on my own watercolour journey. This time proved so enjoyable, especially the rounding and blending you demonstrated to get a true dimension of light, shadow, and reflection. Watching how you accomplish this is artistic poetry! For a time I am going to practice your style in monochrome, perhaps with the addition of another hue, until I feel confident enough to broaden my palette. I have become bogged down in muddy results which have been somewhat restricting of late. Enjoy your autumn, family, and friendships. Thank you for just being you! Kind regards Keith Fey, South Africa.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you so much

[@sherylchapman4168]

I do love your approach to this subject. The colors stay so fresh.

[@sundaysunshine2925]

I have been a fan of your art for many years. It has been my desire to have the opportunity to meet you in person. These videos are the next best thing . Thank you for making these available to all of us .

[@rolandleestudio]

Thanks so much. If you are ever in our area, stop by my studio.

[@predragdjokic3761]

Thank you sooooooo much sir Roland.Every second you share with us is a God gift sir.Thank you absolutely phenomenal superb.

[@rolandleestudio]

That is kind of you to say. I love to paint. every second is a joy for me.

[@richardaceves816]

Wonderful watching, you have/are giving me many insights and ideas that i now want to go and practice myself, do my own brush work as you say,, thank you

[@rolandleestudio]

Thanks for watching Richard

[@mbrownie22]

This was fascinating to watch, yes the negative painting can be tedious but it gives it a sense of realism unmatched, thanks for sharing your technique and talent.

[@rolandleestudio]

I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@robinleech3278]

Love, Love, Love your paintings and instruction! Hoping to see new tutorials soon? Thank you SO much!

[@gigikat333]

So inspiring for me. I started painting a few months ago. Though I am only in my 20s, I spent my whole life telling myself I wasn't talented enough to try. I wanted to paint some landscapes from places in Utah I visited and found your work and WOW! I hope someday to have the skill you have, being able to sell. Your videos are so helpful, thanks for putting these up for us to learn!

[@rolandleestudio]

You ARE talented enough. Keep it up.

[@rolandllee]

HI Grace. Utah is a fantastic place with lots to stir the imagination. Keep on painting. You will get there.

[@marylemley5194]

Don't wait until your 65 like I have!!!!! It's tougher!!!!! Keep going!!!!!

[@pau1more1]

Thanks for sharing. I don't think the negative painting is tedious. I'd rather have the full, unedited video.

[@darvoid66]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching you create this beautiful vista. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge as you paint.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you for watching.

[@karenmcelroy9571]

I'm so grateful you are sharing and teaching us! Your work is just stunning.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you Karen

[@rolandllee]

Thank you Karen. I am so glad you are enjoying the videos.

[@lisawilson5079]

I wondered how you painted in the dry environment...I love watching and learning

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you Lisa. I appreciate you watching. Keep on learning.

[@yayacuculis7929]

Your paintings are amazing and I love ow you explain what you are doing. Thank you for sharing.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you YaYs

[@jenniefrench1338]

So happy to see you painting! I really enjoy your style very much. The negative painting gives so much life to those darkened areas and great flow. And I haven’t found a better way to do the clouds then the way you teach how to do them. Thank you again.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thanks Jennie. Yes, the negative painting is really important for watercolors. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@mariafiermonte1555]

Many thanks for the time you gave us and for the patience with which you explained every single detail. Your paintings are wonderful and are a source of inspiration. I will practice with negative painting. Thanks again. Greetings from Italy

[@rolandleestudio]

Thanks. Keep working on the negative painting. It will come.

[@patferguson572]

I Love your paintings. You are a wonderful artist.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you Pat.

[@DanBuell]

Amazing painting, style and tutorial - you are such an excellent teacher!!!

[@rolandleestudio]

Thanks Dan. I'm glad you liked it.

[@teresamitchell-banks2286]

Brilliant and beautiful. Thank you so much for showing us how you paint. Wonderful

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you Teresa.

[@pradeepbabu12]

Amazing work! Thanks for sharing!

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you for watching.

[@woraluckrattikarnchalakorn6421]

Beautiful and amazing painting, thank you so much.

[@rolandleestudio]

Thank you for watching.

[@heathergraham652]

Amazing

[@rolandleestudio]

Thanks so much.

[@stuartnisbet8061]

thank you

[@oksusha2000]

All your paintings are so beautiful. I wonder what brand pallets do you use? It has an interesting shape.

[@rolandleestudio]

I use Eldajon palettes available online

[@kurodiamhanaa7668]

Really glad to watch a new video uploaded and I like how you explain carefully steps with accurate tools/brushes and the way you mix colors toguether at a good motion in order to follow peacefully with our eyes as I am a beginner in watercolour ! Did you let all dry the sky before adding the blue color for clouds or it's still wet on wet ? This is always sensitive part for me or maybe I stress out too much, focus is one thing... I use at the moment only CP Montval Canson papers. By the way, I tried to send a PM in FB and Insta but I know you are busy with the artistic schedule... Anyway, I will have hopefully my first individual exhibition so it's a big deal for me to improve more. Take care of yourself ☘️

[@rolandleestudio]

Thanks again!

[@DanBuell]

Is the clean palette on day 2 mandatory? How often do you pour a new palette?

[@rolandleestudio]

hi Dan. I don't add new paint. I just wipe out the mixing wells so they are clean. Thanks for asking.

[@williamjoos2026]

What is the angle of your board?

[@rolandleestudio]

The angle is adjustable and I do change it frequently if I'm not filming. But ordinarily about 30 degrees or less.

[@Artsie2]

Please make some more KZbin videos