Loose ink and watercolor sketching for beginners lReal-time tutorial

Whenever I feel stressed or stagnant and unable to work on the things that I should be working on, I try to start with something small and simple to get my feet wet, and that action creates momentum for more challenging things. It is always better to take small steps instead of procrastinating and never starting at all🍀
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Materials
Lamy safari fountain pen: amzn.to/3YYjNmI
Noodler’s fountain pen ink: amzn.to/3QYPeLw
Lamy Z28 ink converter: amzn.to/3Z7mqml
W&N watercolor pocket box: amzn.to/3UmMyXI
Princeton Aqua Elite brush: amzn.to/3qv41TB
W&N cotman brushes: amzn.to/43X6CE3
Sketchbook(Shopee Malaysia): shope.ee/2ffSxROKRN
Time stamps
0:00 Intro
0:45 Reference
1:22 Pen outlines
19:16 Painting with watercolor
27:57 Painting the shadows
33:21 Finishing touches
Music from Epidemic sound
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[@michaelyolch79]

"...but rather to capture an IMPRESSION of the scene that we have right here." A small statement that introduces a great deal of freedom to us who are perfectionists. Thank you!

[@cluster3859]

Exactly

[@lizpokorski6163]

I agree! I’m still trying to loosen up

[@XxXLesaXxX]

I agree completely , i dont create art because it wont be perfect, "i cant draw a building i cant draw straight lines" watching this video is so helpful ❤

[@Iceblu511]

As a beginner to watercolour, I found your style so relaxing and I sketched and painted along with you and it was a great experience. It was so good to be able to go at a pace that allowed me to follow along with everything. Feel so happy with my little piece! A lot of practice in store but I can't wait to keep going and see my skills improve.

[@mikesimmons8762]

I just stopped by and watched you make a nice painting that started my day in a peaceful mood.

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Glad to hear that!😊

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[@dreamwoodsbutterfly]

OMG, I can't believe I sketched along with you! I can't draw to save my life! Wow, thank you so much for such a clear and concise and patiently lead tutorial! I am blown away!

[@JilleeArts]

Lovely to hear that!💗☺️

[@user-du6wo4xn5j]

Thanks from Paris it s a pleasure seeing yours tutorials. I’m beginner and I enjoy it. I love your work with limited materials you can realize such beautiful pieces fresh modern very nice. Hope to see you soon 🤗🌷

[@rahulkuruma]

a big thanks from India. This came out so well on a cloudy Saturday evening.

[@SeasonedTravelrs]

Sketched and painted alongside you, really enjoyed the experience and enjoying learning this new style! Would really love more beginner and real time videos. Keep up the incredible, inspiring work!

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you very much, yes I shall work on more beginner videos!💗

[@alisyarazman]

So much wisdom in one video! Not only for drawing and painting, but for life too! 🥰

[@bethcrane5780]

Lovely to spend a few minutes with you and this straightforward painting. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you ☺️💕

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[@Roman-hx3qj]

You have made a rather dull subject look interesting and inviting. I love your style! Beautiful

[@MamaTomasu]

I concur. From the vid thumbnail I thought it was so cute and charming. When I saw the reference photo once the vid started, I was surprised how simple and mundane the actual location was. I def wouldn’t have thought to sketch it. And I def wouldn’t have been able to add so much character to the sketch as this artist has done 😊

[@suzannw9098]

This video is so helpful for me. I love watercolors with ink. Your descriptions of your thought process and approach really help me learn how to paint and sketch.

[@user-wg8dd9os5m]

it looks so simple and beautiful, thank you for being patient and giving advice, I really learned a lot

[@christinechyo369]

Your method and teaching is so soothing and gives me confidence! Makes it feel very do-able for someone who struggles with perfect lines/work. Thank you!!

[@asthepaintflows]

I love to watch you in action! You're so methodical in your approach to urban sketch and when you talk through it, it's so helpful and inspirational! Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift of art! Blessings.

[@theresaavery4670]

Love your style (and soft spoken voice😊). Thank you for sharing in real time!

[@chrislora8895]

Thank you! Just the right mix of explanations to enhance your lovely work.

[@jeannerestant7274]

Normally I watch real time videos at 2x the speed, but your video was soooo relaxing and inspiring I enjoyed it in real time. Thank you for posting andsharing your process with us!

[@alexisneronbancel5357]

I didn't expect such a result personally. Thank you for making things clear and enjoyable. I am very pleased with my watercolor!

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[@Butterfly2B]

Your process and voice are so soothing, really relaxing. Thank you. Beautiful interpretation

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you very much💓

[@elektrikshoks]

this video was exactly what I needed in my journey. thank you for keeping the process so light and loose and happy. will definitely be re-creating to learn this process from my own reference photos. ❤

[@user-lq5ge9lh8l]

this video was exactly what I needed in my journey. thank you for keeping the process so light and loose and happy. will definitely be re-creating to learn this process from my own reference photos.

[@VanessaPipiripingo]

I was thinking about how to paint a mediterranean house that are usually white and here you bring a way to paint white buildings. Thank you! Beautiful sketch ❤

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you!❤️ white buildings are not as easy as they look 🤔

[@alphabetsandmore8000]

I love the tenor of you voice and you create. It is so calming, Wonderful!

[@carolynjohnsen4360]

I appreciate your tips as you go along with the sketch!

[@susantippett3087]

I really enjoyed your video. I sketched and painted along with you (with lots of pauses). I like that you explain in detail what you're doing and the colors you are using. At the end I was very happy with my little sketch and am looking forward to sketching again with more of your videos. Thanks!

[@LeeRichardson808]

Really cool to watch the whole piece come together with your commentary. Drawing seems like magic to me, I hope to learn with practice!

[@shelbydenhof]

I followed this tutorial last night. I really like the style of this drawing/painting. I will do some more tutorials from this KZbinr and then maybe I'll have the skills I need to make paintings like this of buildings in my own town :)

[@mistygeller3193]

That really turned out so pretty! I really like how you explained the addition of the shadows! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you very much 💗

[@user-yi7ro7dy5m]

This is an inspiring tutorial, and the result is lovely and stunning. Thank you!

[@melwayne9323]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I am new to watercolour and urban sketching and followed along with you. Very enjoyable!!

[@robertadrsvensson]

You surely must have YT's most relaxing and pleasant voice and I of course love the way you sketch and paint.

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[@-Sarrah]

it looks so simple and beautiful, thank you for being patient and giving advice, I really learned a lot❤

[@JilleeArts]

You’re welcome ☺️

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[@user-jn1cn5fg9w]

This is really beginner friendly and finally give me the courage to start sketching with water color. My product is not perfect but it gives me immense satisfaction. Really grateful for your guidance.

[@tompritch56]

Have accomplished doing pen & ink drawings years ago, except never tried to watercolor. Your video inspired me to pull out my sketch pad again. Thanks for sharing. Love your technique!

[@Criscosta]

This is the kind of video i always wanted to find! I just started with watercolor, i am a beginner, and i wanted so much to learn urban sketches, this is the first one i am going to try!!! I can't wait to see the result, i think i am going to be able to follow this, so THANK YOU so much!!! I am SO happy to have found this channel ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@abigailkebede]

Woah, this is why I love watercolour paintings, they just have a texture that's hard to explain.

[@JilleeArts]

Indeed! That texture is special 💗

[@NilsFerry]

This is something i really want to try, so thank you for your patient presentation.

[@lynneross319]

Mesmerising to watch. You make it look so simple and achievable. Thank you. I have that same w/colour set, so might have a go at painting along.

[@lauramarrow7411]

I love all these sketched painted shops, so pretty Jillee

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you Laura💕😚

[@user-vh9lt7yj1v]

This video gave me the confidence to try out my watercolor paints. Now I'm hooked! Ty

[@jeromevalin7927]

Great talent, wonderful voice. Thank you for this moment.

[@EclecticArtEndeavors]

Simple and beautiful! Quite inspiring, thank you

[@sudeepmukherjee4430]

Amazing video, your pen strokes are amazing from the slow ones to the swift ones. Will definitely try to follow along!

[@toonybrain]

I love your style. This is a charming work. Your narration is full of wonderful tips, too. Thank you.

[@stefanjost4019]

Thanks for the nice tutorial - I learned a lot ! For the „unknown“ word I have a little tip for you : you could start with „n“ in the middle of the word and center it according to the sign/building , then continue writing the 3 remaining letters on each side…

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you! That is a good tip, I shall try that and see if it works for me 😄

[@DracoCyn]

I have done my first sketch with you and I am super proud, it has turned out easy under your instructions and absolutely beautiful, thanks, thanks, thanks ❤

[@antonidworniak3112]

Hi, I enjoyed the instruction al video.Its good to see other artists at work. Thank you for sharing with us.i look forward to another one. A

[@colincocker3507]

Thank you Jillee you have got me started again, really appreciate your skills' cheers Colin

[@tk7263]

Like how you used your finger to match the angles. Awesome video thanks 😊

[@hlybry3]

You make everything look so amazing!!! Such talent

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you so much 💗

[@kaleykeiralily]

I just found you on You Tube and I really enjoyed watching this video! I love doing line and wash and your detailed explanation was so helpful. Thank you!

[@jennybrown2748]

this is a joy to watch. I had a go too.

[@maudhiemstra]

Thank you so much for simplifying the reference photo and making water colour so much fun ❤

[@JilleeArts]

You are welcome 🤗

[@manjirikharkar2599]

so simple, yet so pretty!

[@enjaycable]

Thanks for that. I really enjoyed your pace and painting along with you.

[@JilleeArts]

Glad to hear that!☺️

[@helenwood1]

Gorgeous and helpful video and thank you for making it!

[@fenascentes]

That is just what I was looking for. Thank you! You are very tallented and the way you teach is perfect. ❤

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you, happy to hear that!😊

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[@cherylkoh8077]

This is really beginner friendly and finally give me the courage to start sketching with water color. My product is not perfect but it gives me immense satisfaction. Really grateful for your guidance. ❤

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you, really glad to hear that!💗☺️

[@presleytan9548]

Sometimes some imperfections in paintings make it more realistic. Love it, I find it helpful in my sketches

[@89tequila]

I tried this yesterday! Thank you for these videos, they really help beginners like me build confidence ❤

[@JilleeArts]

Happy to hear that💗

[@brucewaine2246]

WONDERFUL! YOU ANSWERED A LOT OF QUESTIONS I HAD AND DIDN'T EVEN NEED TO ASK, FOR EXAMPLE: - THE PERSPECTIVE WAS NOT FOLLOWED ON PURPOSE! AND THE LINES THAT ARE NOT STRAIGHT, ALSO ON PURPOSE. AND THE FINAL RESULT IS BEAUTIFUL! VERY BEAUTIFUL! WHAT A LESSON! WHAT A WONDERFUL LESSON! CONGRATULATIONS AND THANK YOU! SORRY FOR THE MISTAKES AND I DON'T SPEAK ENGLISH!

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you very much💗 Your English seems fine to me 🙂

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[@Cheriearts16]

Binged watch your videos and you inspired me to go back to painting and finally try my hands at watercolors, I used to do oils. Thank you for your videos

[@JilleeArts]

Glad to hear that!☺️

[@hammill444]

I must be nice being this talented.

[@davidbunce7781]

another great one. thanks for taking your time to teach. It is always so helpful.

[@JilleeArts]

Thanks for always being so encouraging David 🤗💗

[@magaliblein3527]

Hello. I really enjoy watching you sketching and painting. I wish to be good like you! 😊

[@Rutleif]

I really like your style. Im going to try this out.

[@sharoningold]

Thanks for the video. I enjoyed watching your technique and the calm music.

[@charlotteherring1715]

Another beautiful evening watching you paint. Thank you for doing a white building! There are so many colors on this, but the building reads white!!

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you Charlotte! 💕

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[@blackfgb]

Thanks for the lesson. My wife does watercolor and suggested I take it up as a hobby. Great tutorial!

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[@richardcrowe3286]

Beautiful sketch - very well explained and enjoyable to watch.

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you ☺️💓

[@user-xd2ej6rn9l]

Watching your videos Learned something new every time. Thank you.

[@JilleeArts]

Glad to hear that😊

[@carmengomez-munoz4723]

enjoyed watching this video ! Beautiful work !!

[@kmmara41]

So peaceful and relaxing; thank you so much for sharing ing your style with us 💙 from Colorado USA

[@carsofmilano]

Thank you so much for the video, I just started picking up on sketching this video gives so much help

[@impogame]

thank you for this omg i listened to literally this and another real time video of yours while I'm doing my poster painting project, helped me and it's a really very relaxing video :3 nice and amazing art

[@sesiosesio7585]

I enjoyed a lot with your easy way to do these things!! Thanks from Spain!

[@JilleeArts]

Good to hear that 💗

[@akshayak2121]

We are so waiting for your amazing painting.... I am so 🥰✨excited

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you so much 😀

[@anthonym.pacelli1960]

Beautiful result thank you !

[@Tim2pointoh]

that was great. I've been looking at doing some urban sketching and you made water colour look so easy!!!

[@user-qz1bi4xk2n]

Nice demo. At 28:20 slanting only happens to the shadows of perpendicular edges (like overhang side edge on the wall or a post shadow on the ground). Shadows from a parallel edge to the surface will remain parallel regardless of the angle of the light source (horizontal edges would always be horizontal, and a post shadow on a vertical wall will always be vertical).

[@sagarika5223]

i sketched along with you and it turned out pretty good! thanks a lot for this video

[@jemmavonhoff1548]

This was so relaxing to watch. Looks amazing too.

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you ☺️🩷

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Loved the video!! Amazing to paint along ❤

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you!

[@anya_dayo]

Im starting my first sketch book for loose ink and watercolor! You tips and instructions are supperr duperr useful

[@JilleeArts]

I'm so glad!❤❤

[@jenniferdoyleart]

Love how it turned out. Thanks so much my friend ❤

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you ❤️☺️

[@MizzyDixie]

Great tutorial and video. Thank you.

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Thankyou! I watched and now will try to work with you .

[@JilleeArts]

Welcome!🤗

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I love the color of that Lamy!

[@JilleeArts]

I love it too!

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Your tips and instructions are very useful. Thank you so much

[@JilleeArts]

You’re welcome, will do!

[@SwetaO2Iwavy]

Thanks ❤, I kind of discovered your channel late , your videos are so helpful for beginner amateur artists like me. Thanks for the amazing content.

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you very much💗💗glad they were somehow helpful to you☺️

[@finley624]

That's beautiful, thanks for making this video

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you 😊💗

[@sy23453]

Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you & you’re welcome🤗

[@rgve3144]

What a fantastic sketch/painting! You have really helped me start sketching and have inspired me so much! Thank you!! I was trying to sketch a restaurant (exterior) from a town I used to live in years ago and thought how you would have sketched it. Then I wondered if maybe you could draw some of your follower’s suggestions (places/buildings to draw). That would be so fun! Like maybe pick one once a month 🥹😍🙏🏼.

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you very much☺️yes I do try to read the comments and make videos/improvements according to suggestions💗

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The tutorial is good... I tried to draw along with you and my piece came out really well. I enjoyed it a lot. Subscribed... Thank you.

[@iosmusicman]

Inspirational. You also have a beautifully soothing voice ❤

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Love your work. I want to try it.

[@briankailimai5665]

You are a very talented artist, you pictures are amazing. I really like the simplicity of this piece compared to the reference image.

[@Mamowa]

I always want to be able to do it. I hope I can draw like this one day. Your video is inspiring and you are so talent. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@JilleeArts]

Thank you💗You can do it!👍