Masking Fluid Techniques (Amazing NEW tricks!)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Let me know if you are going to try any of the tricks in this video, or perhaps you have new ones to share?

[@bluedeva]

Using a silicone shaping tool is also really brilliant to apply masking fluid without having to gunk up brushes

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you, yes I have one of those, I actually prefer my ruling pen for precise application :-)

[@czechzican]

dipping your brush in soapy water before dipping it in masking fluid protects it from getting gummed up

[@dorteeisen8445]

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[@suzzmail]

I love the spatter and also credit cards. The paints look interesting esp glimmer effect. Good to know that brand of mask can stain. Love your classes!

[@ashleywright8686]

Love the term “cotton buds” We call them Q-Tips 😊🇺🇸

[@imsosmart942]

I just bought a bottle of masking fluid and I thought what am I going to do with all this stuff? Well, now I know!

[@pennytoomer869]

Please don’t stop calling them rubbers that’s what they are. I will continue to say rubber. Love the tips. Love your channel

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

My assistant sighs every time I say that I have to call them erasers because of my American audience :-)

[@danielalondongirl933]

Why? we are english and we say rubbers! They hve to adapt just like we adapt to anerican videos with american words!

[@marianlawrie8614]

British ! We Brits call them rubbers .

[@BrazenHearted]

Tolerance people. Learn it, live it, love it! Just to offer another viewpoint: We Americans seldom say rubbers anymore, though some middle aged Americans may still get the idea, certainly most whom are younger than 55 yrs of age were converted to use the words condom and eraser back in the 1980’s. Similar to the massive confusion of pants vs trousers vs underpants as compared to England’s Pants vs Trousers and knickers. We have a subset of pants that are called trousers, but all trousers are pants, and nobody wears underpants or underwear outside of trousers or pants. Perhaps you might try putting inadditional effort to be more open minded considering some of England’s popular colloquialisms are quite vulgar here like c uh nt for generally any adult human or f agg for a cigarette, or ff agg ott for a type of meatball. Here those words are so offensive that it is often considered a form of hate speech. Let’s just all try to get along? And “Have a lovely day!”💕💞🥰😊

[@marysharp9635]

thank you Michele for this video of these amazing techniques. this session was a lot of work for you….very appreciative , clear and informative giving me the confidence to practice them and to get the tools to apply the fluid….🐈‍⬛🐾🐾

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chandanapathak1602]

These would be wonderful for illustration of children's books

[@vanessawood6810]

I ticked "Like" but it was more like "Love". Thank you for this video. All sorts of ideas.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@kathiegettinger8374]

Thank you! That was such a great study on masking fluid. My favorite was the bus card and cardboard - a great way to shape birch trees. 😉👏👏👏

[@dilemmix]

Wow, I learned something new, I have never worked with masking fluids!

[@cynthia0dlin797]

Just bought masking fluid! Beginner watercolor painter at 71. Will have a great time experimenting! Thanks so much for the free demos.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No problem Cynthia, good luck!

[@arttulip100561]

These are fun and crazy beautiful. Going to do all of them. ❤❤❤

[@softlanding138]

Those Jackman colors are gorgeous!

[@MrAnimatronicJesus]

So happy I found this channel --brilliantly clear, concise & practical advice.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@elleneade9164]

I am really glad I watched your tutorial on different things to do with masking Fluid. It has opened the door to many possibilities for me now. Thank you too for how interesting you hit your videos.

[@karengates925]

I have masking fluid on hand and did not have a clue how to use it. Love the leaf imprints. Thank you for all your great ideas!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JA-el3ml]

I'm new to your videos Michele (May 2021), but I've learned more from several of them than I did in my high school, college or university art classes (didn't take that many). SO informative! Especially about drawing perspective, equipment and techniques. I am learning so much. Thank you so much for being generous with your time and knowledge. I can't afford your classes right now, but these certainly help!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Lovely to hear this, J A! Glad to help people out and share my knowledge.

[@JA-el3ml]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber I've passed on your KZbin videos to my friend, too, so we can do some practice painting sessions together. Thanks so much Michele, Jan in Seattle, WA

[@lvg2005]

Nice and~ inspiring video Michele!

[@ashleywright8686]

The potato carving looks like starfish. ❤

[@AnitaMargarita100]

If you load a brush with very soapy water, you can do your masking and rinse it right off! I only use a cheap crafting brush (not a fine one!) and it works great! Just get the soap up to the ferrule. Thanks for the video!

[@ashleywright8686]

I really enjoy your videos. 🇺🇸

[@merryinserendipity7352]

Malaysian here! We learned british english, so we called it rubber. But it seems as we get older we watch american tv shows and read off the internet that our vocabulary just morphed into saying eraser instead xD

[@judyserrano4983]

great video---can't wait to try some of these techniques!

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

I’m really enjoying theses masking fluid techniques and tips for using on watercolor painting. I have got some great uses for my upcoming jumping fish painting soon. I am going to be practicing quite a few days to see how these work for me. Thanks for sharing this wonderful & fun looking video with us.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Jumping fish sound great!

[@fernandsavoie6641]

Thanks for sharing, Michele…love it!

[@GriffithsJacqueline]

Dip your brush or toothbrush into a strong solution of washing up liquid & water before masking fluid & if using it a lot, I wipe off excess in paper towel then dip in w up liquid & water again before dipping back into the masking fluid. When finished wash your (old) brush & its fully clean for next use. A tip I found out about 15 years ago & it really does work. Thank you for sharing these great tips, given me lots of ideas. 🎨💐🤗

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Jacqueline, I am so lazy I never do this, I must try it!

[@thatswhatshesaid.literally737]

🤩👍 Love these techniques!! You should really write a 'how to' book. 😊 With the ball pin-head dot technique, you could stick the pin into the end of a pencils eraser to make it less volatile to work with. Lol 😂 I've made texture tools before by taking a rectangle eraser and sticking several pins into it, even making designs such as a heart or starburst, then I'd dip it into my acrylic paint and "stamp" the pin head side down onto the canvas. (It works especially well for putting areas of dotted rows onto something that you want to be very uniform, such as borders or a striped shirt.) ☺️ Thanks again for sharing your vast array of art knowledge!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! And thanks for the tips :-) Not planning a book, but I will be doing some online courses in watercolour techniques, the first one will be ready in November :-)

[@SuperKabookie]

Oh I love your humor as well as your techniques. I’m definitely going to try these out soon!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Brilliant, good luck Cheri!

[@lyndamitton4496]

I really… needed to see this video as I’ve been very timid using masking fluid..thanx!

[@imsosmart942]

Hi Michelle, do you ever make prints of your paintings? Or rework a painting in the print medium? THANKS!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I have often made prints of my paintings, and I also do traditional printmaking. Making less prints (reproductions) now, simply because rising shipping costs (most of my art goes to the US), and Brexit has caused issues that means it's almost impossible to make any profit. And EU customs simply isn't working as it was.

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Love these techniques I’ll be trying some out very soon. Thank you Michelle. X

[@gloriawellington1444]

I really like the frayed rope. I may use that in an acrylic painting.

[@julieb737]

Thanks great stuff . Can’t wait it try them out .

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks so much, I appreciate it!

[@AliceFranzella]

I learned so much from this video, thank you, Michelle

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@debbieabruzzini7004]

Fabulous class! Thanks so much for expanding out toolbox of ideas and options!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@annettecarroll842]

Fabulous yet again. Annette ☘️

[@marilynanderson333]

Love your videos. I always learn so much from them.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Awesome, thank you!

[@valeriegehling4358]

Find your tricks with pipes, & frayed materials really effective, like all the ideas you presented us with. Also the colours are good! Thanks seems fun! Must try!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@wanderingstar5673]

So helpful. Masking fluid always seemed dull until now.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Princey-lyn]

That was so helpful. Thanks 😊

[@critical1965]

Hi Michele, thank you. I have learned enormously from your videos. Keep safe.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! You too!

[@pamgibbons2043]

Brilliant tutorial . Thank you Michele .👌

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You’re welcome 😊

[@grannyslick1829]

You make this look so much easier than other instructions I've seen. Thank you!

[@x8jersey8x]

Wonderful 😊

[@pw4075]

Thank you for this tutorial. These techniques are something I will definitely try. BTW, i really enjoy your wry sense of humor.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Oh thank you!

[@TrueLoveX1027]

I do so love watching you experiment. Not only do you give me great ideas, I get ideas spawned from your ideas. Blessings from across the pond.

[@BrazenSpirituality]

Thank you Michelle! 🖼️🎨🥰

[@helenkardamis9600]

Great tutorial. I've just discovered masking fluid and can't wait to do stuff with it. Thankyou...

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nancyparker2516]

Very helpful video! Thank you so much! Great “food “ for thought 😊

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ranron65]

Thank you a lot ❤️ so enjoyed watching

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

My pleasure 😊

[@zuliambsartmakingtutorials4063]

Thanks so much, Michele! Very helpful - sharing with beginning students. Grateful!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@carolczina6168]

All very good ideas I will try!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great!

[@christinekeefe6943]

This was a fantastic instructional video! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robinkinley6851]

Some fun ways to play with paint!

[@monopinion8799]

We are back aboard! Sorry. Missed you. Wonderful ideas. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us. Having so much fun together while practicing your suggestions.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Welcome back! Glad you enjoyed this video too :-)

[@lindamcdermott5475]

Thank you for this video. I am returning to watercolor after many years of using oil and acrylics. These masking fluid ideas are awesome, I can’t wait to try them as I continue to build my watercolor techniques and skills.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Wonderful! Glad it was helpful Linda :-)

[@heatherleutscherwarren9459]

Lovely techniques - will definitely use them especially the netting. Thanks for sharing

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No problem!

[@Stelladoris]

I love the way you explain! 😊

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! 😃

[@marcwheeler4406]

Enjoyed this video I hope your doing okay and werent affected by the high wind storm that hit your country...many art blessings to you and your family...mikelle art mom🎨✍👩‍🎨

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Lost internet for a bit but all fine now. Lot of trees down!

[@cathyquilts2609]

Gotta get my (unused) bottle of masking fluid out next!!

[@EuphemiaGrubb]

Great ideas - particularly love the credit card reeds. Liked the bubble wrap one too. Best thing for it now. Have you noticed that it just isn't the same anymore - no satisfying pop! LOL!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

It does seem to have gone... saggy! I never buy it, don't like plastic, but a ton of it seems to arrive when I order things...

[@mandalouw5307]

I really learned a lot and enjoyed the video!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stormy439]

Wowwwww! YOU are AWESOME! THANKYOU!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're welcome!

[@lynnpomeroy9336]

That was a lovely lesson. Thank you Michelle.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@elkaysea4588]

Thank you so much Michele! I will use these techniques. Your teaching style is wonderful and gives me confidence.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pamthetraveler7224]

Another great video thank you!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lauriehuber8048]

You are the best teacher! Where do you come up with these ideas! Brilliant!! ❤️❤️ I've been watching so many of your videos that they are mostly the only ones that pop up!🤣

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Wow, thank you!

[@4ohgollycats]

Love flip lids. Haven’t painted in years. Had to open old ones with pliers.

[@TrueLoveX1027]

I do so love the way your mind works! I made a list and can’t wait to employ these in future paintings! Thanks so much for sharing Michele!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@lynnswango8768]

Very useful tips- thanks!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

My pleasure!

[@maggiemac52]

I love these tips. Thank you so much.

[@gilca7139]

Thank you!🌷🤗

[@suelittleford3373]

Thanks for generous sharing.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks!

[@petragunther4439]

Another masterpiece from maestro 🙏 Thank you so much for sharing your skills 🙏

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dianespencer9534]

Loved it! Thank you so much! I'm just starting to explore the possibilities:)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Wonderful!

[@maggimarmion3836]

These look great fun😀

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

They are!

[@maggimarmion3836]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber I need to be more of an expert before I try them 😂 only just started watercolours. It love them and your videos are such fun and very informative 😊👍

[@vindictivetiger]

some cork on the end of that straight pin would be helpful, I reckon.

[@herbst777]

Using my glue sticks big & small works great for masking dots as well as both sides of my husband’s golf ball tee sticks.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Love that!

[@raziakekic132]

really inspiring tips. Thank you. I have subscribed.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Awesome, thank you!

[@maureenparsons2062]

So many tricks to use,to make neat pics,Thks!!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shirleyparent7874]

Love this video. I use to make mandalas with a dotting tool. The dotting tool would work great here and they are reusable and you get a variety of sizes.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great idea!!

[@ladygwen3245]

This was fabulous! Thank you!!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are very welcome 🙂

[@kathyhall668]

Wonderful tips, you are such a resource of knowledge.

[@9159bsbs]

Thank you for these suggestions! I think I’ll try the cardboard and netting for some interesting background shapes. Btw I used someone else’s suggestion for adding dish soap to the water to help clean up the masking fluid and it does help.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks that's helpful info 😀👍

[@softlanding138]

I will try these!

[@karenhuffman5975]

Thank you....awesome video.

[@lynneboll2454]

Have you tried Pebeo masking GUM from France, but available everywhere in bottles or pens. We have had good luck with it. I also use a slightly thinned down Windsor-Newton masking fluid, which I thin a bit with water. If I am just using masking in small amounts, I save and use my caps off of juice bottles. Works perfectly, and I can reuse over and over. Thanks.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great suggestion! Some of my students use Pebeo, it seems very good :-)

[@normaspande3141]

Fun lesson

[@BarBaraWhorleyCrawfordESS]

Love your ideas.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! 😊

[@bonnietoney4200]

Thanks for these.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

My pleasure!

[@carolinesmyth127]

Inspiring, thanks for that 👍 I will continue to call rubbers, rubbers though 😏

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I am always aware that the majority of my youtube audience are American! :-)

[@sassycat378]

Did you know that you can apparently use the Schminke miskit with water. One of the watercolour pouring KZbinrs uses it and then uses a brush with water to give her nice soft edges with her pours. She layers over and over with the Schminke misket on her poured works. It definitely stays on for days and days with her pours as they do take days and she has to wait for them to dry. I have just bought a bottle to have a play with. When I first went looking for masking fluid I nearly balked at the cost and it was a local to me brand. (As local as it can be at least as it was an Australian maker). I transfer some into a needle tip bottle to make fine lines. I also use a ruling pen and a dip pen occasionally. I also use a silicone tipped brush or wipe out tool to apply masking fluid.

[@mars451b4]

Jackson's art has masking fluid that is very reasonably priced and works great!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I have heard of the water thing but not tried yet... It is expensive here too, but it seems pretty good.

[@robfielding100]

I love your videos. I'm 67 years young and did my first 'painting' 2 weeks ago and it wasn't too bad. Encouraged by my first ever creation I tried another wet in wet masterpiece. WHAT WENT WRONG? The paper was still soaking after 9 (yes ... NINE DAYS!) I wonder if it was the salt I sprinkled onto the canvas. When I tried to remove the surrounding tape after trying to dry it on a lamp shade the tape took off the paper! After 2 hours on top of the lamp shade the middle section was crinkled but dry ... the next morning it was really damp again ... soggy would be a better word! I used proper artists 2 inch wide tape and a top notch brand of 140 pound watercolour paper. I've watched countless videos on KZbin over the last few months and finally decided it was time to put brush to canvas. Help!!!!!

[@ajitkaursadana8950]

Very informative,easy,and helpful thanks for the video .the information is new for me .how to take off the (remove) after it dries

[@53galina]

Thank you for your tips. What I found out is that before soaking any kind of brush into the masking liquid, it is useful to put any kind of soap on it. Then it is cleared out easily and it doesn't effect the impression on the paper at all.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great tip!

[@danielalondongirl933]

Love your videos thx so much

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you like them!

[@caroltodd1966]

I think I will try the leaves. Great idea!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Go for it!

[@chrislora8895]

Thank you for so many useful tips and techniques. As a beginner in watercolor painting, I need advice often not found in books.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dawnwiesner8292]

I have found clean ammonia will dissolve mask fluid. You can use a little to thin it out also.

[@michaeltalbot8242]

Excellent work miichele thanks for your time and experience kindest regards Mick T

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

My pleasure!

[@aussiepom9238]

Love these. Going to try some out. TFS. Happy day

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! Good luck with your painting :-)