How To Paint Loose Watercolour Mountains Using Cling Wrap, Loose Watercolor Tutorial

/ loisdavidsonart www.etsy.com/u... In this video I'm experimenting with a limited palette and using wax resist and cling film/plastic food wrap to try to create the texture of mountains. The wax resist didn't have much effect, but the cling wrap worked beautifully! Give it a try, you may be surprised at your results!
Materials: Saunders Waterford cold pressed NOT paper, 11" x 15"/28cm x 38cm, paynes grey, sepia, lamp black, some raw and burnt sienna may have already been on the messy palette, but not important. I tried drawing onto the paper with a candle for wax resist, but this didn't really show in the final result. I used various brushes including hakes, flats, riggers, calligraphy brushes, and some plastic cling film/food wrap.

[@mickael7778]

For me you are the best on KZbin for soft and wet watercoloring style. It looks like an Himalayan dream Greetings from France 🇫🇷

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much, you are so kind! 😊

[@pennyloveridge299]

Love this moody painting and the effects from the cling wrap

[@philippetacconi9550]

Waou. It’s absolutely wonderfull. The plastic film technics is very interresting. Thanks a lot to continue to inspire me. You have the talent of your art.👏👏👏

[@alann5225]

I wanna cry. This is so beautiful. One thing: the sound of the wind in the video gave me a crazy unrealistic vibe. I'll use your technique, thank you from Brazil!

[@TeriKozeluh]

This is wonderful! It reminds me of marble. Thank you!

[@thewayofreturn]

When you pulled off the plastic, the painting made me think of The Great Wave. The effects are interesting and I will try to see if I can create foamy waves with it. Your work and techniques are inspirational as always. Your teaching style is a joy to follow and I’m happy with the end results of my pieces when I paint with you. Thank you so much for sharing your creative process with the world ♥️✨

[@margaretrollins8386]

The outcome is quite sophisticated and has elevated my idea of what can be done with cling wrap. I really appreciate your narration.

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks Margaret, mine too, it surprised me, I will be experimenting a bit more now!

[@stanroberts7005]

That was a lovely painting it look like I was peering down at a semi active volcano great

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much Stan, I can see that too now you’ve said it! ⛰😊

[@JVSwailesBoudicca]

I am amazed at the effects which the cling film made. I just would never have thought about using it ! Thank you for this.

[@kendataylor6386]

I had a go today and made it a night time as sky was very dark. No where near as good as yours Lois - but I would be a bit lost without your tuition on here. Thank you - my mental health is much improved by your guiding hand and gentle voice! ❤

[@patriciahart4209]

A mesmerising tutorial for a beginner of watercolour painting. Watching the mountains appear was like magic and the use of the cling film added such a natural texture to the rock. Thankyou and I very much look forward to more!

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much, the magic of watercolour is what drew me to the medium!

[@johnstyron6543]

This is so exquisite. I love the experimentation and yet it all looks so well planned. The icy texture is incredible.

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much, it came together unexpectedly well! The magic of watercolour

[@artgirl6784]

It’s quite a neat hack that you shared I’m gonna have to give that a go.

[@genevievegraff2024]

Hello Loïs, wouah I like that painting so much ! Today it's snowing ...I am trying to paint it 🤞thanks from France

[@anitabhardwaj6647]

Thanks for sharing beautiful techniques. You are not only a wonderful painter but a great teacher also. Regards

[@nevillerowlands5866]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. it's just what i needed

[@gitimotevalian8717]

So amazing ,thanks for your shring painting🍃🍃🍃🍃🍃🍃🍃🍃

[@jeladuic3588]

I love your work❤

[@barbaramilbradt2188]

Amazing effects!!!

[@davidmolloy126]

That's fab', it looks like an Icelandic landscape, thanks very much.x

[@angelashaw5731]

Wow - I love this semi abstract style! The misty quality of the mountains in the background is stunning. Will definitely be giving these techniques a try - thank you so much for sharing. 🦋🌺🌿💗

[@enorramic2012]

Thank you for sharing your mountain techniques. I'm working on a mountain painting now so your techniques will help me a lot to create some texture. Thank you.

[@dulcieogilvie5786]

Lovely! Will HAVE to try this!

[@thestourvalleysynthesizerc6543]

It kooks great with the clingfilm texture and minimal colour palette

[@oorshoo]

Beautiful.

[@moniquederwig4737]

Thank you for sharing your technique!

[@ranjanachand9306]

Beautiful

[@maggimarmion3836]

It’s great I am going to give this a try ! 👍😊

[@mendyhand3895]

Very nice monochromatic! -Messy Mendy 👍❤️🙏🏻

[@kristapedersen1828]

Wonderful... thx for sharing your process

[@madhursrivastav]

Extremely beautiful and a happy surprise after removal of film. Will definitely try and also try some table salt

[@msterdam]

Wow what a nice idea with the plastic wrap. Super creative! Nice work!

[@rafah520]

This turned out stunning!!!🤍

[@Skirliegirl]

I had reasonably good results using the Horadam supergranulating paint; it really goes very well with the cling film technique.

[@pambirch778]

This is incredible- beautiful, effective and so creative.

[@debbiemartin9005]

This is absolutely beautiful! These are definitely not my favorite colors, but I really love the way it looks like glaciers with a lot of mist! Now I must try this technique! Thank you! ❤

[@aqsariaz6790]

Superb 😍 😍

[@sarahstevenson2384]

Beautiful, I love the effects the cling film produced.

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks, me too, I must experiment with it some more! 😊💐

[@lynneboll4259]

Fabulous!

[@cherrysimmonds5836]

Fantastic Lois, so interesting and informative. Thank you 🍒

[@kathyb521]

Wow! I tried cling wrap a couple weeks ago and made what looks like glaciers, I know it still needs darker areas. Your video not only showed me how to put darks in but I’m super excited to attempt more abstracts. Thank you!

[@MsMerlin333]

Awesome painting! Thank you :)

[@Leanna_Weber_Art]

Wow that turned out so beautiful. So in awe of your talent

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment!

[@epompei]

Thank you, this is really interesting to watch!

[@samchartrand8226]

The effects are stunning. Thanks for the tips

[@alphaomega6684]

This is truly gorgeous and mesmerizing to watch. Thank you. I can't wait to try it out. Just gotta get some food wrap. I am so impatient, I might just try it with a plastic bag.😉

[@leilaskye8143]

I love using candle wax as well as ink. Thank you for this demo. London

[@mariaisabelvera1048]

Just Wow! I love it. Thanks for showing us how to do this amazing work. ❤

[@sandrakasper4123]

Thank you so much. You have made my day!

[@georgepatrickbennett7412]

Beautiful 🤩

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much! 😊💐

[@darleneadams1574]

Really admire your style and techniques. I've always been discouraged with my attempts at watercolors, but since watching your tutorials I'm much happier with them and emboldened to have fun trying your looser style. Thank you

[@siddharthpanchal718]

Very effective, but totally unpredictable results, in this kind of experiment. But you shaded the right areas perfectly to create an awesome painting.

[@Hagar_le_Horrible]

The cling film really worked out well. Very interesting effect.

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks, lots of fun to experiment with!

[@Hagar_le_Horrible]

Started using cling film for waves too. That can be nice as well.

[@karinlease3544]

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you!

[@SergeyLebedevArt]

I really like your original technique. Great job.

[@karolfrench5816]

Amazing control and understanding achieved only with dedication and practice. THANKYOU for the inspiration

[@garmallinson2351]

Extraordinary! Thank you.

[@kathleenburke4728]

It’s beautiful

[@brightstreamify]

Stunning! I have come to admire your choice of sepia and Payne’s grey.......combined they give such beautiful shades, and blues! Lovely! And thank you 🙏

[@LuciaDeGiovanni]

You are such a wonderful painter - thank you for sharing your techniques, I loved the result and how you explained each step.

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment 💕

[@mariaschumann8694]

Wow!!!! Is beautiful!

[@LuisaMLara-no4tt]

Absolutely stunning

[@kbatwe55]

Lovely method.

[@lisafred1362]

Gorgeous. Thank you so much.

[@GrandmaAbby1]

Stunning. It was amazing to watch these mountains come to life.

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks Abby!

[@m072049]

This is fantastic Lois! most enjoyable application to create unexpected texture!

[@anuradhachatterjee2075]

It's incredible...thank you so much

[@williamconcepcion4635]

Excellent drawing very good ideas for making decisions about different ways Thanks you

[@marianneolofsson1910]

Looks absolutely stunning!!!

[@connieostroha8423]

Love the effects you got from the cling film and how you brought them out even more! 💕

[@naomiwaldman3972]

I tried to follow your tutorial but it came out different but very interesting and stunning without me realizing NThank you so much for your great explanation I love painting now more than ever ,

[@robertaustin6538]

Very effective. Great combination of hard and soft edges.

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks Robert, I’m beginning to realise that a combination of the two is equally as important as contrasts! 🌊😊

[@flyerfilms9449]

Thank you so much for this. I've given it a go and absolutely love the result!

[@louisepage3842]

Interesting texture, thanks for sharing.

[@artgeometrix6346]

Wow. Impactful, energetic. Awesome job.

[@judithlarkin600]

I have used cling film before, but never for mountains! Thank you Lois, for this great demonstration! Fantastic!!

[@philipdown3147]

Thanks Lois for sharing how in your mountain range experiment, great result after only using minimum colours. Greatly appreciated enjoyed the video as always stay safe

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks Philip, I’m glad you like it 😊💐

[@triciabennetts6578]

Wonderful Lois - thankyou for sharing! 😄

[@juliebergacker5680]

Wonderful

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@HanhNguyen-su2yb]

Amazing 🙏👍💐❤️

[@lourdesbielsa8345]

Beautiful painting! Very creative.

[@sarahgranville]

Brilliant Lois. Such a great effect with the cling film. You’ve inspired me to have a go x

[@pamelaherlihy4880]

Thank you Lois, for sharing. Love your work and all the explanations you give with each painting. I am a big fan.

[@pinkflamingo5628]

Such an inspiration, thank you. I’m working on letting go and letting things happen. 🌺

[@cynthiakeith8760]

Thank you for sharing your skill and insight... lovely painting.

[@danielleleclaire717]

Fantastic result, it's very, very interesting!!!Thank you for sharing.

[@thekerryg74]

You always do such beautiful work Lois, thank you for sharing your techniques x

[@theswedishgardenamateur4271]

Thanks for a lovely painting💕

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks, you are welcome!

[@kevo625]

I love it 👍

[@magnoliabird]

Fabulous

[@jennyreed2597]

I find this painting so exciting I must try!

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks 😊💐

[@zoe999mu]

Thank you Lois, you are inspirational x

[@gerdunnibye8553]

Wow! Just wonderful ! Thank you for sharing. It means a lot for a beginner like me.

[@heatherr5669]

I absolutely love this, fantastic 🎨🥰

[@griffinharvey3910]

Absolutely STUNNING!!! Thank you so much.

[@lauriemarch5173]

Love your work, your experimentations and the wonderful way you have of describing the details of what you are doing. Thank you so much!

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks for your lovely comment! 😊

[@luisaavelar4134]

Superb! From Portugal, thanks for sharing 🌹

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks, you are very welcome! 😊💐

[@leeojascastro711]

Fabulous, thank you!

[@LavishHim]

Stunning! 💕👏🏻💕👏🏻💕👏🏻💕

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks so much Danielle!

[@andrewfrost8866]

Absolutely wonderful results, very attractive!

[@LoisDavidsonArt]

Thanks Andrew, fun to experiement!