How & Where to Start with Watercolor Painting for Beginners

[@Makoccino]

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[@annatsartsidou6683]

Watching this because of Corona virus quarantine, thanks for all the info✌️

[@annabjorkman1270]

same lol i'm really bored

[@ksimpp]

Same. Just bought some supplies!!!

[@Paola-mh9jo]

my watercolors arrive on saturday and i ordered them specifically for the quarantine lol

[@dawnlaughlin4873]

LOL same here, just ordered paints and paper. will come back to watch this video when they arrive

[@ksimpp]

I've learnt that watercolor is SO much harder than I expected..

[@HeidyOmalplus8]

I used to do art since very very young age. I quit and regret that since focusing on something else and abandoning what I love wasnt the right thing to do. I started again some months ago refreshing all that I learned looking for some relief to my depression and severe anxiety problems. I wanted so bad to do watercolor but didnt knw where to start. I found your video and it helped me so much. Ive been trying still quite a mes ha ha ha but Ill keep trying. Im a mother of 8, I always find my time and space to do art since its what helps me control my anxiety.

[@pietrarogedo1351]

Janice Inkheart I know it’s not much coming from someone you don’t know, but from what I read it’s amazing that you’re trying again something that you love after everything you’ve been trough, you’re really strong and deserve to be happy!

[@HeidyOmalplus8]

@@pietrarogedo1351 Thank You so much for your words. It hasn't been easy some days are better others are worst but I'll fight through it. Since I started art I've been better. It's difficult some times to find inspiration when I'm going through hard times, I lost my puppy and I wasn't able to do anything until like two days ago and even so I find myself with everything ready to start art and somehow I space breaking apart again....

[@pietrarogedo1351]

Janice Inkheart I genuinely hope everything in your path it’s blessed and encourages you to find the happiness and the lessons in what you are going through. I’m really sorry about your puppy!

[@HeidyOmalplus8]

@@pietrarogedo1351 Thanks 🙇🏽‍♀️

[@InaLouise]

I relate to this very much! Over the years I started detaching to my old hobbies due to the depression but now I'm trying to get back to it. I'm very depressed and anxious these days. I stopped crying when I started swatching my new watercolour 😂 I guess I'm off to a good start. saved me from a bad breakdown. I hope it gets better for us ^ω^

[@lambykin842]

looks at my crayola watercolors: 👁️👄👁️ “youll have to do.”

[@siyaluvs]

🧍🏽‍♀️same

[@kittykatwarrior5188]

I have some masters touch from hobby lobby 36 colors and it was half off so 19 bucks they are acutally pretty good I think me the artist is the bad one

[@ClassicalPianoisMyJam]

It’s worth it to buy better quality ones. Even just a little. I did and everything already looks better and is more manipulative

[@KJ-xx6xr]

try out ohuhu, 48 piece tube set is like 18 bucks. also if you like, I've been fond of a 15 buck set over in walmart craft section, its a travel pan style with a water brush, they are actually rather decent, and the brush is actually pretty darn good for a water brush, I like it as I can take it with me to work and paint on my lunch.

[@livathamohan]

😹

[@tchellyng]

Pretty great! I actually discovered that I don't have talent during this process, very interesting.

[@tiaramitta4734]

Yep same

[@tini3769]

me too :l

[@saffanta2471]

Same☠️

[@Getout634]

me too 👁💧👄💧👁

[@saarahmahtaab4193]

Same here!!! LOL

[@justinealberty8064]

This is the video I wish I had seen when I was first starting. It would have saved me money and nearly throwing in the towel when the cheap supplies didnt perform like I wanted.

[@Makoccino]

Awww that's why I'm making these videos! But at least you didn't give up and that's huge!!

[@marilynsartadventures3956]

Justine Alberty , I have cheap supplies but love my expensive ones the most

[@AUGUSTALLEN28]

"Agreed. I'm watching this video and noticing that my paper would not be able to hold up to those washes. I need better paper.

[@winterblossom4446]

#metoo

[@latiie]

Well, we all learn. Don't regret it because that's what life is all about :)

[@memyself3895]

These are my favourite beginner videos on KZbin, Mako. You have a gift for teaching. Beginners need the detailed verbal description of what you are doing and why and you do this so well.

[@ruthm1384]

I used to do all kinds of art when I was young, but life was very difficult and it overwhelmed me and prevented me from carrying on with art. Now, decades later, through my own children, my desire to do art is being revived again. I just lack the confidence, I feel like "I can't", and like you said, don't know where to begin. Thank you for boosting my confidence. I can do this. I can learn. Little steps. Thank you!

[@kellymellott3997]

So, I never comment on KZbin videos, but I’m so excited. I’ve always wanted to do watercolor painting but I’m not an artist and I never knew where to begin and then I found your videos. I’ve learned so much in a very short amount of time. I purchased my set of watercolor essentials and followed along with this paint along. My paintings came out so pretty and I could not be happier. Thanks for providing the space for me to explore this lovely medium. I can’t wait to try more!

[@kubitte]

for the first time i watched a tutorial video without skipping. im gonna start watercoloring and just trying to understand how it works. this video made me feel so calm omg. gonna watch all of ur videos probably...

[@s.m.740]

Finally, a video that makes me feel confident in not ruining my art supplies. I was gifted beautiful supplies of premium quality but have dreaded "ruining" them for almost a year. Time to start creating! Thank you!

[@twoghostsinacornfeild]

In my art class today we had an hour to do a painting, watercolour or oil paint. I used your techniques that I saw in the video and my art teach said she loved it! Thank you so much! Have an awesome day! 🌺😊🌼

[@ChristalBarkman]

You are so friendly and inspiring! :) My 11-year old daughter and I can't wait to try your techniques because they seem so simple and fun. Thank you!

[@neotonia]

Well now we have time!! My 8 year old son and I are gonna start using the watercolors we got for christmas!!

[@ayshafatima7109]

The way you made these amazing masterpieces with such ease

[@sammyi2505]

I've been using your videos to help myself learn to paint since last year. Wet on wet is still a little rough for me but my wet on dry has really improved! Thank you.

[@Makoccino]

That's awesome!!

[@thejane598]

This is a great watercolor video! Thank you so much. Super relaxing.

[@lightsinthesky4989]

This is the most useful, comprehensive and easy to follow watercolor tutorial I have found so far! Thank you for taking the time to make this

[@hunana1180]

this video is very calm. And what i like abt art is that we cant expect the marvelous final result in the end after a long process

[@toddstrange9184]

5 views, 5 likes, ah, how it should be.

[@marilynsartadventures3956]

Todd Strange , cool comment

[@Yeewen88]

Too bad it didn’t last but more likes at least

[@kookiebuns2714]

Most satisfying

[@kimberlyglunz1383]

OK, I'm going to purchase what I need today and hope and pray I can learn to watercolor!

[@diegoochoa2294]

re ile be the 5th reply bud.

[@judyhoomalamalama]

thank you . I am just getting started with water colour and will b purchasing some supplies. I am so glad u mentioned the tape as I wasnt sure what is used to anchor down the work.

[@glamv2291]

Thank you for this I’m a hair colorist. During this covid19 quarantine I’m not able to work. The artist in me needed to color, watercoloring caught my eye.thanks for this during a hard time for me. I love the gradient effect, I do a lot of that on haircolor ❤️

[@LeilaLuaRastegar]

You are such a nice person .. just hearing your voice makes me calm ♥️

[@claviachu]

here is a cheap alternative instead of the fancy paper: you can use folders and instead of washy tapes you can use masking tape it'll be easier and more affordable

[@winnie9233]

thank you thank you thank you

[@Oof-bp4wb]

I use masking tape

[@usedtobemcytstan]

ooh i could try this

[@farisjauhari92]

What do you mean by folders?

[@henriheimonen7170]

Oh boys how good and inspiring video! Thanks for this 🙂

[@hala-oy9vq]

You're giving me very helpful tips to paint . I like drawing and painting w water colors but i didn't know how until i saw your channel. Thank you very much for helping me make my wishes come true ♡ Keep moving forward ♡

[@kayzheng4640]

This tutorial is really helpful. It got me to start and, more importantly, enjoy watercolor painting as a beginner. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheJournalCottage]

What an incredibly helpful video. How happy I am to have not given up and continued to search for someone who could help a new persons journey with watercolor. I will be ordering my supplies today that you have suggested. Well done. I’ve waited to order until I found someone who would suggest especially the paint brand and brushes I would need to get started and not get overwhelmed due to me purchasing the things that would not be helpful on this journey. Your instruction was also very very helpful. I’ll be watching all of your videos and add you to my address book so I can “binge watch” while learning more when supplies arrive so I can paint along with you. Thank you for sharing.

[@Makoccino]

Awww thank you so so much for your sweet comment! I hope you'll love the supplies! It's always a personal preference so I hope the ones you picked are the right fit for you! I looove my casaneo brush, it's my go to brush now!

[@ArdikaPercha]

I watch this because my daughter art project, but when go through this, I found my child hood experience. I think I want learn again, thank you the video suitable amateur like me 😀

[@galaxycleric]

These videos are so good and helpful, I recommend them to friends who are interested in watercolor! Spreading the knowledge!

[@Makoccino]

Awww thank you so much for sharing!

[@marilynsartadventures3956]

I already know watercolour painting and still learn something from all her videos!

[@anythingcre8ive]

Thank you for the great tips and painting example. :) I definitely like the idea of the tape to fix the paper.

[@Aka-wy7iw]

I feel so inspired! Thank you so much for this video. You are amazing at ur job and great teacher too. Thank you

[@Makoccino]

Thank you!!

[@sidharthbasu9701]

Nice and very helpful video

[@pinkbowb]

Thanks! 😊 Im 12 and i recently started painting and this helped alot! ♥️♥️

[@mohar358]

Same

[@anjaleeviswanadha9733]

I watch many water colour tutorials but I personally feel yours are the best as u always mention the art supplies u used. Thanks alot mako

[@HollowMux]

Each and every video resonates such a warmth and positive energy. Whenever I see a new video notification , I know I'm in for a great time :D Keep doing the great work mako

[@Makoccino]

Awww thank you so much for your support!

[@marilynsartadventures3956]

I love her videos too

[@theart498]

nice watercolor lesson for beginners. Thanks for sharing.

[@raabiarashid2803]

You're the most motivating and encouraging KZbinr I've ever come across😊

[@mathu27779]

I really used to do paintings like a child But now after watching your videos I dont know I really correctly did just like your painting it's like a miracle 😇

[@MusingsFromTheDen]

They're beautiful! I particularly like the figure in the boat. 😊

[@lindsayvicars]

This is a big moment! My first educational video on my new hyper fixation! I will be buying all the best supplies tomorrow to learn this new talent. (if I stick with it long enough for it to become a talent)

[@Itisheylel]

2:39 that’s a very beautiful hue

[@yeheeart]

The watercolor technique you show is a kind textbook that is very easy to recognize for beginners.

[@CoolBeansUchiha]

This is a wonderful tutorial for starting off with watercolors! There were so many things I learned from this video thank you for sharing!!!!

[@elpidalestrange8766]

Thank you SOOOO MUCH! You help me to learn waht I need to do a good painting and how can I do a good painting! I have no words! Your are the best!

[@ajb129]

Hi, I have just started painting (literally a few days ago), thank you so much for this informative video! I look forward to watching more of your content

[@courtneyklumper5736]

I followed along with this and just finished my paintings! Thank you for the great explanations of technique, colour mixing and use of water.

[@Aka-wy7iw]

The painting looks simple but so neat and is full of heart which just brings the whole concept to life. And yes, I do need to manage my time in terms if school and art. Thank you Mind Reader for the next the vid in advance

[@robintait5174]

You are a fantastic teacher. Thank you so much.

[@ray6136]

this helped me so muchhh thank you! Your such a great teacher, and I love how positive you are! I'm getting better already thanks to your videos! :D

[@gerardbudzynski1564]

Very nicely and clearly shown how to start

[@acerituraj4153]

Another great video Mako :D I'm really eager for the next video as being a software engineer it's often impossible to keep up with hobbies. Also I want to thank you for spreading the knowledge for people like me who love to paint but never actually went to an art school. I would love to get my drawings reviewed by you some day since I find you an excellent art teacher :)

[@Makoccino]

Awww ❤

[@sharadtandon6384]

@@Makoccino I love you're panting

[@sharadtandon6384]

I love you're panting from aanya

[@trumpisawhitenationalist5571]

This is so soothing to watch! Thx so much my daughter loves her new watercolors and we've been looking for new projects 💗

[@dyeybab807]

Thank you Mako, I learned to use watercolor by just watching your videos. It helps me hella huge. Now, I'm thinking to start my own channel just to share my learnings to everyone. 🥰 More power!

[@Makoccino]

Yayyy!

[@mongolmcphee7791]

Ace. Thanks for doing this. I literally bought my first kit yesterday and had no idea where to start. Will start playing around with your ideas tonight. Keep up the good work.

[@shre9]

Waiting for this since ever. Love you Mako ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Can't wait for the next video 😍😍

[@josephseguinii632]

I was researching between what buying a bunch of sketching and drawing pencils to what type of art painting to go with before spending the money. Thank you Mrs. "Claude Monet " or thank you Makoccino

[@Jessica-xz4fm]

This is fantastic! Thank you so much :)

[@yvetteleslie3556]

This simple way is very good for beginners,

[@IIIIOTL]

Thank you for these videos Mako! I've been out of touch with my creativity/art for the past 5 years (I was forced to study physics in college :

[@hannahacao2122]

Thank you for the tutorials 😍Your the best Art teacher👍 😎👌✨ Watching here in Philippines

[@Drawist2.4]

If u like abstract art these steps are really helpful for me: 1- TAKE A CANVAS OR A PAPER AND MAKE IT WET WITH WATER 2-PUT RANDOM COLOURS AND TAP THEM ON UR CANVAS OR PAPER 3- BLOW OVER THE COLOURS WHEN THEY ARE WET CAUSING THEM TO SPREAD 4- LET IT DRY And ur masterpiece is ready!

[@amalanenigoalexis4685]

loved the way of work and simple narration. Thanks

[@ILuvvArt]

Just finished watching this video with my daughter... Thank you 😊

[@Makoccino]

Awww ❤

[@aljabrial-iraqi6245]

you are beautiful, as beautiful as the paintings you paint Thank you mako

[@vane_lao]

This is gorgeous! 🤩 Thank you so much for the information

[@dottiekiley2171]

Best step by step I have seen. Excellent job.

[@Isabelle-yy2xp]

im 70 like! under the 100 :)) Loved this video, I'm totally gone try this out

[@bararich8]

Thank you for this warm welcome in the world of watercolurs! Only thanks to you I managed to paint the pictures from this video and I'm pretty happy about that! Thanks a lot!

[@moonnader2002]

She is like a talking rose with all that red color 😭😭💋🌹

[@Makoccino]

Awww

[@archanaashok1980]

Wow , i liked the video , thanks for it because it was first difficult using water colors but now it was easy because of the video , thanks for it and hope you make more videos like this too

[@aasyaceagain]

♥_u always slay that lipstick with ur wonderful hair 😱 ALSO OMG U READ MY MIND!! I really was searching for a video!_ ♥

[@Makoccino]

Awww thanks!

[@aasyaceagain]

@@Makoccino No problem! Ilysm♡ Keep being Awesome 😍❤

[@pragyaroy2967]

It really precious to find a guide like you....❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gentlecard_tom]

6:22 I have a question, I tried doing this but it ends up having a lot of streaks from the brush. Does having a larger brush work better? I also end up adding too much water and the paper started to warp. How do I prevent warping or adding too much water when doing wet on wet?

[@winterblossom4446]

more expensive paper is what you need. practice on cheap paper. Create your masterpiece on the good paper.

[@superstar-su7fg]

You should use watercolor paper or some hard drawing file paper .., maybe this could be your problem. ......

[@lifeismusicparnadonkers]

I love you,re video,s Makoccino. You,re water colour paintings are amazing

[@Chris_M_Romero]

Hey Mako, would you make some tutorials on how to work with liquid watercolors? Greetings from Chile. No + AFP #ChileDesperto

[@marilynsartadventures3956]

Cristian Moya Romero , I found I learned something with every picture I have painted

[@stanleychin720]

I love it!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@rebeccacannon172]

I like "copying" what you do to get the technique down and then put my own twist on it and create original things

[@shader26]

makoccino, thank you from a total beginner. Excellent video. You don’t waste any moment in there, every second is filled with information, and you explain and show very well. Your video could be a how to make a video video! This helped me a lot!

[@Ishika_Verma]

Do you read minds!? I have a competition coming up andd this is super helpful! Thanks mako😭❤️

[@Makoccino]

Aww yayy! Good luck!

[@Ishika_Verma]

@@Makoccino thanks :D

[@marilynsartadventures3956]

Ishika Verma , 😀😀😀

[@artofnature7153]

Watch my painting also u will get more ideas

[@sparkymeow3651]

This tutorial was great and helpful...... thanks makoccino ✅

[@rozamgamingxfreefire8815]

Hey mako...did u remember in your last video i asked for a heart❤..

[@jivikam1809]

Mayko...your art is as beautiful as you..May god bless you and fill your life with abundance always❤️

[@lumityluminals]

6:38 did anyone notice the accent change or is it just me

[@manimalathingalaya2817]

Thank you so much for giving me idea to start watercolor painting . You made my first step to start painting

[@lemonxllama]

me: i can do this........ my hand: NOPE!!!!!!!

[@shubhchopra2270]

Enjoying my learning. Thankyou.

[@Makoccino]

Happy Saturday! After getting so many questions about how to start with watercolors and what should you paint, I decided to make a video all about that! ► Don't forget to grab your FREE Guide about Watercolor Painting for Beginners here: makoccino.com/how-to-start-with-watercolor-painting

[@manmohanshukla7686]

Hey mako m vanshika nd Ily ❤❤ y dont u try some crafts i mean just a suggestion! 💞❤❤

[@coffeebeanz873]

i downloaded the free guide and that's AMAZING! thanks♡

[@jandmhampton2006]

Very helpful!!

[@jennifersmallwood]

I love ❤ just trying to recreate picture two. Fingers Xxx. I tend to overdo pictures still 😂 but am learning fast. Thanks for this video- ❤

[@Makoccino]

Want to learn watercolors with me? Join me inside my watercolor course for beginners & let me personally help you get started: makoccino.com/roadmap

[@Hikin8919]

ok

[@MikeBrown-cx2xr]

What brush do you recommend?

[@niveditan1172]

you are so good in painting thank you for making it so easy mako😍

[@Makoccino]

✨✨✨Want to learn how to FINALLY learn how to paint with watercolor to incorporate a creative hobby into your life without feeling like you have to be born with a special talent, burst with ideas or feeling overwhelmed? Then sign my up for me FREE online live masterclass to reserve your spot: makoccino.com/masterclass Can't wait to see you there!!✨✨✨

[@karenmcguinness5036]

Hey, I LOVE your work & art SO much! I am new to watercolours & your videos are helping me so much! I will check out your masterclass x Importantly ~ I am wondering what size of brush you use? Kx

[@mumblesandwool1243]

What if we can’t make it to the live stream? I will JUST be getting out of work at that time

[@chrisandkaren9557]

Nice video !!!

[@alejandrapalacios6525]

Thank you for this video, I am learning to paint by myself , is a way to take away my mind from the news about covid 19 . It will be marvelous is you can do some easy proyects for begginers

[@aida087]

@Awenda That is amazing that you know all of this, thank you for sharing and I will look into this in depth!! I learned about the color wheel through reading up on Psychology and "color theory" as it relates to color having an effect on a person's mood and overall outlook of their environment!! Also, I learned about warm and cool colors which definitely make a difference!! I've been dying to try watercolor painting since my Art 100 class and I finally got the nerve to purchase the supplies!! Can't wait to try!!🥰

[@rebekahpratt3255]

So imformative in all the right ways! Thank you!

[@mxhmagicY33]

Thank you!! It's beautiful!!

[@viannkhailcasamina1394]

I JUST TOTALLY LOVE YOUR ART

[@kimumare6987]

I just tried it right now and.... BEAUTIFUL 🙈 thank you😀

[@m.skhalid7899]

thank you so much for this video and free guides

[@yaqoobbawany]

Hello first thanks for all of your info here i have a quote Painting is a way that expands my mind open my eyes and full up my heart 😊😊

[@Cupcake-ls6mx]

U don't know how much this helped me I can't thank you enough

[@esseluro-esininsekergunces2154]

thank you so much for sharing your art and all the info i am so excited