Loose Watercolour Seascape

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Having watched this video back my feeling is that I liked the painting more before I added the rocks and the scraped out areas. Don't get me wrong I still like this painting but I think I'll be doing another one in the future that is more minimalist and moody and emotive and open to interpretation.
This was painted on almost a full sheet of Rives BFK etching paper 46cm x 76cm. 280gsm, white.
The colours used were
Cerulean Blue
Winsor Yellow
Mix of Cobalt Blue and Light Red
Mix of Cobalt Blue, Light Red and Winsor Yellow for the ocean
Lamp Black mixed with Cobalt Blue and Light Red for the rocks
Some Winsor Yellow for the bit of light in the bottom left corner of the rocks.
The brushes used were
2 inch Holbein Hake
1 inch Holbein Hake
Small round series 7 winsor and newton sable for signing the painting
Other
A razor blade to scratch out the lights
And of a spray bottle
Tissues
MDF board and 3M magic tape to tape the paper to the board and 3M removable tape to tape off the horizon.
Music
Things we wouldn't say by Michael FK
Dusk to dawn by Josh Leak
Better now by Philip Daniel Zach
0:00 Introduction
2:55 Start of Painting with Cerulean Blue
6:53 Painting the Sea
12:17 Painting the Rocks
#watercolour
#loose watercolour
#watercolour tutorial
Thanks for watching! I enjoyed this! I would love to do some painting on location!
Any questions just ask!
Cheers
Scott
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Paints
Winsor and Newton Artist Quality Tubes:
Cobalt Blue amazon: geni.us/WinsorNewtonCobaltBlue
Yellow Ochre amazon: geni.us/YellowOchreTube
Light Red amazon: geni.us/LightRedTube
Winsor and Newton Cotman Tubes (student quality):
Cobalt Blue amazon: geni.us/cotmancobaltblue
Light Red amazon: geni.us/cotmanlightred
Yellow Ochre amazon: geni.us/cotmanyellowochre
Tape
3M Scotch Magic Tape amazon: geni.us/ScotchMagicTape19mm
3M Scotch Removable Tape amazon: geni.us/ScotchRemovableTape
Brushes
Round Sable - Size 12 round kolinsky sable from amazon: geni.us/SAAKolinskySable
Imitation sable - amazon: geni.us/EscodaRoundSable
Holbein Hake Brushes: geni.us/HolbeinHakeBrushes
Equivalent Hake Brushe 2” amazon: geni.us/WinsorNewtonHake
Nylon Flat Brush amazon: geni.us/NylonFlatBrush
Travel Brush set with covers amazon: geni.us/travelbrushset
Mixing Brushes and other effect brushes amazon: geni.us/HogBristleBrushes
If you just want two hogs bristle brushes then the best thing to do is to head to your local art supplies store and buy them there.
Watercolour Paper
Arches 300gsm medium cold pressed pad amazon: geni.us/ArchesPad
Arches 300gsm medium cold pressed block which is glued on the outside so you don’t have to stick it down on a board amazon: geni.us/ArchesWatercolourPaper
Rives BFK etching paper. Probably best to source this from your local store so you can look after the paper and not have it posted unless you are buying a large amount of paper and it will be looked after. There is nothing worse than getting hundreds of sheets all with a indent in them. Having said that you can actually source this paper from amazon:
geni.us/RivesBFK
Some people have been extremely happy with the state of the paper when it arrived (and some not!)
I love this paper it is soft and lights are lifted easily from it.
Equipment Used to Film Each Episode
Camera - Canon 6d mark II with 24-105 lens amazon: geni.us/Canon6dMarkII
Iphone 11: geni.us/iphone11pro256gb
Rode Video Mic Pro amazon: geni.us/RodeVidMicPro
I also use: Rode Wireless Go Mic: geni.us/rodewirelessmic
Aputure LED Lights from amazon: geni.us/apurtureH198light
Aputure LED Lights with stand from amazon: geni.us/aputureledlight
Mac Book Pro for editing: www.apple.com/

[@davidmolloy126]

Hiya Scott, I've been a subscriber for a while but don't often comment, but I absolutely love your work and you as a great inspiration to me. To me, this painting is a beautiful rendition of a peaceful seascape with a virtual flat calm and the water just gliding onto the shore so gently, hardly causing a ripple. Fabulous. Thanks very much Scott, take care, David. (England )

[@melaniemcconville1405]

The whole process of watching this painting develop actually give me goosebumps. Incredible...

[@louisscenti3813]

Scott this is so magnificent. I know you say it is more realistic than the style that you usually work in but this - for me - is such a perfect coming together of realistic and semi-abstract. Wow! Thank you.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Louis! I agree! I really like the tones of the sea that represent it fairly accurately and the loose brush work that from a distance work to create a representation of the landscape. I will continue to follow this path a bit more! Cheers Scott

[@VikkiStone-iq9ts]

Being new to watercolour painting and loving more free abstract results, this has opened up a whole new way of creating unique and fascinating painting, for me . Thanks Scott.

[@user-bi5ng8xj6h]

Love this painting 😊

[@liadhyoung2424]

Enjoyed watching your process so much!! The speed and physicality of it! Going to buy some bigger brushes asap 🤩

[@dianesaulnier9772]

I LOVE this seascape. I love your spontaneity.

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Diane! It’s one of my favourite paintings! 👍👍👍

[@clairewhittaker1282]

Beautiful...I love watching you work too, its fascinating...

[@erinmcdonald9020]

Fantastic! I learn so much watching you Thx!

[@Artsie2]

So much fun to watch this happen. You are amazing. And I know exactly how you feel.

[@tradingpostfarms]

I absolutely love your work, though I've avoided subscribing to your channel, because I never wanted my personal work to be quite so abstract, but I love painting this way, and its just so lovely. So I've given in, I've subscribed, and I'm enjoying your videos so much. Thanks!

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Elli! You can just take parts of the process and then apply it to the way you love to paint! Good luck and thanks for subscribing! 👍🙏

[@wittie28]

Thank you Scott. I just found your channel and fell in love with your painting.

[@mariastorm5950]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge!! Have been looking for right inspiration to start landscapes and so happy to find your work.

[@xandecriskim]

wow! you are incredible! tks for sharing

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Alexandre! Glad you liked it! Cheers Scott

[@liaclark2393]

love this painting , just amazing thanks for sharing

[@davidmolloy126]

Hiya Scott, I've just found your fab' channel and subscribed. I would never have thought of scratching out the horizon waves, really great video, thanks very much. David.

[@loisbrennan3967]

Gorgeous, love the colour mixes. One day after many more brush hours, maybe I could achieve something a quarter as good as this(in my dreams!),- definitely something to aspire to!

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Lois! I’m sure you will be able to! 👍👍👍keep brushing! 👍👍👍

[@heidiwiedemann]

I'm not really sure why but watching this made me weep. This is wonderful Scott. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Heidi, I am glad it evoked something in you. For me that is what art is all about. I too love this painting. It has something that not many paintings have. I don't know what that is....

[@bruceoronte8696]

Great job....you may have turned your phone to see the definition of the pic more..... But what a fun and perfect job....Cheers !

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Bruce! Yes I don’t know why I didn’t do that! I really like this painting! 👍

[@dalvacosta1017]

At the end I felt it like I was standing in a place of great peace.

[@ScottSwinson]

Nice! Thanks!

[@davedavies6372]

I love how you make painting an aerobic process. I can totally relate.

[@anniefranklin1731]

Oh I love this one! Thank you for what you do.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Annie! No worries! I’m happy you enjoy them! 👍

[@Milzoom]

stunningly beautiful !!!!!!! Scott, thanks for sharing this demonstration...!!!!

[@TheGypsygirl809]

Love it!!!!!!! Great job, thank you for sharing your talent with us.

[@supriyatr7364]

Awesome👍i like your simple painting techniques 💖

[@gayelee1559]

I’ve watched this so many times, really beautiful ❤

[@connieostroha8423]

I love watching you paint this one Scott! I’ve watched it several times here and on Patreon, and never get tired of it! 💕

[@debraa3827]

You’ve captured the lights so beautifully! ❤️

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Debra! 🙏

[@cathydale104]

Absolutely beautiful in it's simplicity. All about the light. 😊

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Cathy! 👍🙏

[@maxinespence1able]

The simplicity is stunning Scott , thank you for sharing your work and your talent .

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Maxine! Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙏👍

[@carolinepotts5448]

Love this painting!

[@catbraunwell6450]

So fantastic. You make it look soooo easy! Thank you for sharing

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Cat! Not always! Thanks for watching! Cheers Scott

[@eleniphotos]

Bloody fantastic! ..."Sorry if I'm in the way." "What? You can't make yourself transparent?"

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Helene! That's true! but I could film from a different angle! Thanks for your support! Cheers Scott

[@katscreativelife]

Beautiful and really enjoyed watching your technique.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Kathy! Thanks! 👍🙏

[@thecatalunya1]

Thanks Scott love this painting this has to be one of the best ...

[@michellaval7302]

Bonjour, Super beau paysage de bord de mer. La preuve que faire simple avec goût et doigté donne quelque chose de magnifique et sans y mettre 25 tons... J'aime beaucoup ton style. Il y a du Turner dans l'air...😚😚😚

[@elizabeththurlow5993]

Wow, that is amazing. The colours are gorgeous. Truly beautiful.

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Elizabeth! Yes this painting turned out really well! I really like it actually! The best thing for me is that I have a recording to watch back if I can't remember what I did to paint it! Pretty cool! Cheers Scott

[@kathryncurry2662]

Loved that you did a more realistic painting this time! Beautiful 😊

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Kathryn! Glad you liked it! 🙏👍👍👍

[@suel4269]

Beautiful painting Scott. So nice when you love your own art. See you on Patreon!

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Sue! Thanks! See you in Patreon! 👍🙏😄👩‍🎨🖼

[@mireillemarcel3379]

@@ScottSwinson ⁸8

[@margaritatercerocollar9276]

Absolutamente precioso, me encanta

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Margarita! 🙏🙏

[@michaelbergfeld7288]

Scott...you are amazing. Thank you for your time and great work. Heather

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Heather! You are always welcome! Cheers Scott

[@margaritasilva708]

Si calming ! Beitiful, great to meditate!! Great job!

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Margarita! Glad you liked it! Scott

[@pamelaknott6707]

Beautiful. I particularly liked the sea. It looked fantastic framed and on the wall.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Pamela! Really glad you liked it!! It really did look very different to the photo when I stepped back snd looked at it in person! I think I actually like this one! 👍🙏

[@maureenkowalski1673]

Totally enjoyed your energy and watching how you went about this art piece. Love it!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Maureen! This is one of my favourite paintings of 2021! 👍👍

[@tenaures123]

Bravo Scott, et Merci pour ce spectacle où la nature et l'art se rejoignent vraiment !! c'est une magnifique aquarelle !

[@elizabethsodahl9659]

So nice to see Cronulla, used to be our “go to” beach when we were kids. Thank you for the lesson, like your loose style.

[@ScottSwinson]

Yes Cronulla is a great part of the world! Beautiful coastline! 👍👍

[@patsymccown2766]

Masterful!! I LOVE IT!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Patsy! 👍👍👍

[@malaki35000]

Thank you very much Scott, it's a different style as usual and I love it ! Now I can Say I finaly have a good day in my room at hospital 😁 thank you from France 😉

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi So Sorka! You are always welcome! I’m glad it has helped you while you are in hospital! Hope you are out soon! 👍😄

[@malaki35000]

@@ScottSwinson Hope too 😁

[@amazinglifecreation]

So lovely!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Maria! I really love this painting too!

[@christineanderson4755]

Beautiful. I miss being able to attempt watercolour. It gave me so much joy. Sadly, I had a stroke so I am now left handed which is awkward so say the least. But after watching him paint I am inspired to keep trying. The satisfaction of watching him set down the colour and deal with results was magical. His technique and talent are very much light years ahead of anything I could achieve.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Christine! You might end up surprising yourself! You will make interesting marks with your left hand and this may lead to paintings you would never have painted with your right! Good luck! I think you should go for it! All the best. Scott

[@ScottSwinson]

@@joa8227 wow that’s really amazing that you still paint! I am really impressed! Sounds like good advice! 👍👍

[@angelashaw5731]

@@joa8227 Great that you are sharing your experience with others in such a positive way. You are right about persevering - something very similar happened to an artist friend of mine. Like you, he managed to adapt & continues to paint & sell his work🦋🌺🌿

[@bluebelledoodles7664]

Love it!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thank you! 🙏

[@feliciahuides9913]

Beautiful

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Felicia! 🙏

[@user-cp5ky2gt5s]

That's a good one

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Julien! I like it too actually!

[@Toontex]

Wow Thank you so much I have learnt an enormous amount in a very short time.Many videos show the working on the painting yours shows the whole thing(amazing how you paint whilest letting us all see what you are doing),very few videos actually also show the thinking including the magical moment of doubt transforming into action.The little asides like cleaning the ruler to avoid mistakes done in a non-patronising way make you a wonderful teacher. I have really enjoyed watching you work and learned so much ,so thank you very much.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Geordie Lad! From Newcastle I assume! My in laws live in Clitheroe not that far away! Glad you have found the videos helpful! I will always try and share in an open way my successes and my failures. But my thoughts are that if I am painting and thinking how I could paint it better next time then there is no real failure just feedback and learning! I will be spending the rest of my life learning about the process of creating artworks and watercolour and other mediums I'm sure! Cheers Scott

[@lindalabrecque9058]

Your the best !! You are my inspiration, thank you !! This is gorgeous !!

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Linda! I’m really pleased you like it! Happy painting! 👍🙏

[@br.talsania]

Lovely

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Bharat! 👍🙏

[@sergemassa2937]

Hi from France Scott. You're incredible. Love your watercolor. Thanks for sharing...

[@nancywillette8762]

You’re amazing!

[@vickylaw659]

so beautiful 😍

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Vicky! 🙏

[@brendasuppa4239]

Really beautiful - you really inspire me

[@ScottSwinson]

I'm really glad that these paintings inspire you to paint! My job is done!

[@annikaglavstedt5588]

Stunning! 👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏼🙏🏼😍😍

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Annika! 🙏

[@nanshey]

Amazing painting as always! I love this light red cobalt blue mix, i think I need to do some shopping :)

[@ScottSwinson]

Thank you! Yes one of my favourite colour mixes but costly as it has cobalt blue!! 👍🙏

[@user-vr2zw1ye9n]

Скот,я восторге от Вашей живописи!Ваши акварели очень гармонично смотрятся в интерьере!!!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Nelly! Glad you liked it! cheers Scott

[@fadisamman5546]

Thank you 🎖️🎖️🎖️🎄🎄🇦🇺

[@ScottSwinson]

You're watching a lot of videos Fadi! Hope you're enjoying them! Cheers Scott

[@sharynsiler7669]

Your painting is beautiful. I was surprised you didn't try to paint in the waves coming into the beach more, but I like it better the way you did it. It has movement and atmosphere without being busy.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Sharyn! Yes I don’t like too much detail! I love to try snd create how something felt rather than exactly how it looked! 👍👍

[@sharynsiler7669]

@@ScottSwinson that's a great rule of thumb. I live in the Rocky Mountains and see many more mountains than sea. Your insight is refreshing

[@shelinahetherington4661]

Love your work

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Shelina! Glad you love watercolours! 👍🙏

[@bsmith5404]

I love the painting, I love all the photos, such amazing and interesting light there that day. Wish I was there and wish I had the painting on my wall!

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi B Smith! Thanks! It is a pretty cool painting! I will put it up for sale on my website in a week or two. Do you want me to let you know when I do? I do free shipping to most parts of the world and my watercolours are still very reasonably priced ($300) for this painting including shipping. Thanks for watching! All the best with your painting. Cheers Scott

[@bsmith5404]

Do let me know, @@ScottSwinson 🤩

[@eduardobello7513]

Beautiful.

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Eduardo! 👍🙏

[@petermarin8381]

Hi Scott, I am a subscriber, and love the way you teach. You have a way that makes watercolour much easier to get my head around. I recently painted a local seascape using your methods, on a half sheet, and it was instantly sold. Great result, thankyou.

[@Tigers25]

thank you 4 showing HOW u work...greetings from berlin

[@susanmarcoux7005]

That was wonderful! Thank you ❤

[@ScottSwinson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PhoebeMostafa]

Lovely seascape! Thanks so much. I learnt more, mostly about leaving so much nice white space for the light. I'm going to find out about the scraping you did at the last.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Phoebe! Yes the leaving of the whites is such a lovely way of having light areas rather than painting them back in later with some kind of white!

[@carolinafernandezoro733]

Awesome!!!!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Carolina! 👍🙏

[@sherrywebster1675]

Thank you Scott. Love the way you share and create. From a Wollongong Shellharbour girl ...

[@grace2me100]

Oh the angst! I so went on the 'journey' with you. I've avoided the process for so long, taking baby steps because it makes me feel so uncomfortable. Seeing you deal with your conflict in real time gives me tentative courage to tackle the dreaded blank page!

[@Guylangloisartist]

I like it 🤩

[@Pthalobluezz]

i love it

[@davelester1985]

nice frame job

[@begonalusarretaarrizabalag8445]

Hi Scott... Amazing

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Begona! 👍👩‍🎨

[@hotrongminh3696]

very nice. thanks🎉🎉🎉

[@mlstar1695]

TOTAL PROFESSIONAL 👍❤💞💯🌠⭐

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks ML Star! I don't think I"m a total professional. But I do like this painting and the colour of the sea!

[@mlstar1695]

I am worse than Tinkerbell at trying art 🎨 😢 . Glad I found you ❤ I took a class in Rockford , Illinois, Tom Linden I have a total dislike for man .

[@solecontreras6597]

Thank you! I enjoyed it very much.

[@ScottSwinson]

You are always welcome Sole Contreras!

[@rentedtux1883]

Awesome one Scott!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Matt! ( I think that’s right?!) 👍👍

[@rentedtux1883]

@@ScottSwinson sure is 🙂

[@donnastrohmeier8739]

Just found your channel. Really like the way you work, with bowls. Like your set up too. 🙏 Will definitely subscribe.👍

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Donna! Thanks! and Thanks for the sub! It is a great way to work if you enjoy painting on a larger scale and freely with free brush strokes and strong tone! Good luck with your painting!

[@francinelarocque7333]

Very good, Thank you!

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Francine! 👍🙏😃

[@alanparker4989]

I think I would need a couple of large glasses of ......something to be able to paint as loosely as you do, however it would never look a tenth that good. Great work. Many thanks for sharing.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Alan! Yes! I do do that on occasions! lol! It works both ways! I find it really difficult to be detailed and precise! different things come easily to different people! I've always been good a making a mess. Now I have been able to gradually evolve that mess into something that has some structure! Thanks for watching. Cheers Scott

[@johncowburn4444]

This is a lovely painting Scott, going to have a look at your Patreon page.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi John! Thanks! Yes check out Patreon! There is almost a full introductory course on there now and soon will be a second course. I hopefully help my Patrons to understand the medium of watercolour so they can paint what they would like with more confidence and joy! Thanks for watching. Cheers Scott

[@johncowburn4444]

@@ScottSwinson Hi Scott, do you Patreon videos have spoken commentary on what you are doing?

[@ScottSwinson]

@@johncowburn4444 hi John, yes all the Patreon only videos have spoken commentary about what I’m doing! And I try and explain why things happen! 👍👍

[@ryanvanderley3943]

This guy is cool

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Ryan! I'm sure you are too! 👍

[@oorshoo]

I think it's beautiful.

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Rikke! 👍🙏

[@elizabethkoeman1149]

Love,love,love this painting and the light is amazing! Out of this world but happy it is not!

[@rameshtalegaonkar341]

Veryboldandbeautifulcolorss

[@ScottSwinson]

Thanks Ramesh! One of my favourite paintings of 2021!

[@nilaxijoshi5331]

Nice 👍

[@kathypedreira6256]

Beautiful as usual, maybe a little more white to show waves. Kathy

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Kathy! I know! I was pretty tempted but sometimes I go too far down that path and can’t return! 👍👍

[@kgeddes7356]

Very nice 👍 Hope your mobile phone is insured against paint damage! 😀

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi lol! Good question! The mess I make! 👍👍

[@mialam8242]

thanks a lot

[@cece_h]

It’s a bit like being a mad scientist, isn’t it. I would like to have seen a straight-on closer view but once I saw the painting hanging, it was stunning.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Cecilia! I know there was not as much detail visible as I would have liked! The top down view is good for that! 👍👍

[@cece_h]

@@ScottSwinson I went back and watched again on the TV (big screen) and I could see much better. In fact, I caught just a little of that cerulean peeking out at the top. Great effect.

[@filliere4576]

A purely technical suggestion about laying down tape: before you peel tape from its roll turn the free end of the tape upon itself, sticky upon sticky, for an easy to find lifting tab when all is complete. Otherwise, I'm quite enjoying many of your video outcomes. Thanks.

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Filliere! Thanks for the tips! And I'm happy you like the outcomes! Cheers Scott

[@julieschwindt8753]

Just absolutely wonderful Scott! Your work just takes my breath away. THANK-YOU for sharing! Have you ever seen the easel called Artrisel(sp?)? It's manufactured in Aussieland. You can have your board in just about every angle, position and height you can possibly think of. You can spin the board you have your paper on around etc. It's pretty amazing. Not as amazing as you, just thought it might be of interest to you. :-)

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Julie! Thanks! One of my favourite paintings of 2021! I had a look at the easel! Pretty cool! It could probably work well! Especially when I start painting outdoors more! Thanks! 👍👍

[@karolfrench5816]

As an admirer and having huge appreciation for your dedication and skill. Is it ok to take one of your photographs and use it as inspiration for a painting. Scott ?

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Karol! Of course you can! I'm not precious about images of my paintings for people to use to inspire them to paint! I have been doing that with other artists for years! It's how we learn! Cheers Scott

[@harmonygraceart1796]

Scott, this is so lovely. I really love watching your techniques and being along for the ride as your paintings come to life. Just a quick question about the razor scratching bit…does this rough up the paper at all? I’d be so squeamish to try it. Oh, and the tape idea for the horizon is truly brilliant! Thank you! 😍

[@ScottSwinson]

Hi Harmony! The razor if used with a metal ruler and lightly will not roughen up the paper at all but if done free hand and too deeply it can gauge the pater a bit! It takes a bit of practice but is totally safe! It is really important to have the paper totally dry before scraping, especially if you are new to that process! Good luck! 👍👍