Masters of Opacity

Many watercolor masters throughout history utilized opaque watercolor or gouache in their work. In this video, artist Jill Poyerd explores this transparency level and how opaque paint was used in historic watercolor paintings.
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[@9oL9o_xoxo]

Really great dissection of the differences between watercolor and gouache. Before I only knew the differences from using these techniques; it's always cool to get some more "scientific" explanation.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@MP-cc7py]

I always enjoy your videos. They are so accessible and I always feel like I've learned something from them. Thank you.

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[@AryaOghuz]

Really amazing video! I’ve always loved the way artists of the past used opaque watercolor and much prefer it to the translucent watercolor that is more popular today. The way many illuminated manuscript and portrait miniature painters use the medium is beautiful and so delicate. I’ve always wanted to get a proper set of the stuff but I find it very rare, do you by any chance know of any good brands/sets? They don’t have to be the highest, most professional quality.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Glad you enjoyed the video! The first thing I would suggest is to look through the website of the paint manufacturer you prefer. Look for their paint details where they list transparency and opacity (opacity often listed with an O). Here are some other options for you: Da Vinci offers a small pan set of opaque watercolor. They have a good reputation and the opaque color selection looks pretty nice. There are a few colors that use toxic pigments, but if you’re not concerned about that, the exposure should be very minimal unless you really get your hands into the paint. I have two Da Vinci paints and like their performance. davincipaints.com/denise-embrace-opacity-da-vinci-watercolor-palette/ Paul Rubens is a Chinese company that produces an opaque watercolor tube set and lists as professional grade paint. I’ve never used this brand so can’t attest to it. www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805456470916.html?src=google&src=google&albch=shopping&acnt=708-803-3821&slnk=&plac=&mtctp=&albbt=Google_7_shopping&albagn=888888&isSmbAutoCall=false&needSmbHouyi=false&albcp=19108282527&albag=&trgt=&crea=en3256805456470916&netw=x&device=c&albpg=&albpd=en3256805456470916&gclid=CjwKCAjwjOunBhB4EiwA94JWsKywZbm7ZKMBFfYORReTgYe5gI4VUb7EwvF4XlzlpHLnoyk6sAi_FRoCuEkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&aff_fcid=c92c098ba3d54f38a6aec39f35c09a79-1694171435847-07842-UneMJZVf&aff_fsk=UneMJZVf&aff_platform=aaf&sk=UneMJZVf&aff_trace_key=c92c098ba3d54f38a6aec39f35c09a79-1694171435847-07842-UneMJZVf&terminal_id=6f483fd0672641f9b6a15cd59735e15d&afSmartRedirect=y&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa Daniel Smith has a great reputation and now offers gouache paint. You may want to look at them as well. danielsmith.com/product/daniel-smith-extra-fine-gouache/

[@awatercolourist]

Another beautiful video! 🙂

[@grahamwelsh4258]

Excellent exposure of the difference between opaque and transparent paint applications.

[@greekveteran2715]

That's why I really don't understand,people who say that the white watercolour is useless. I use it to create skintones, mix colours, mute a colour,add highlights even on mixed media art etc . I find both opaque and transparent white useful. That's why it comes in most watercolour sets.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Absolutely. I find blacktop be really valuable as well but often overlooked as well.

[@vincentgoupil180]

*Thanks* for the presentation and introducing artists unknown to me. Jean Marie Reignier and others are amazing.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! It always amazes me how many amazing artists there are in history. Glad I could bring some new ones to light for you.

[@CristianoVRSantos]

Thanks for this video! Opacity and transparency has been one of my current study subjects. This video came in handy.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Wonderful! I'm so glad

[@jbtownsend9535]

Oh my Gouache!

[@michaelparry1383]

Jill, you are amazing as always.

[@Sara-pk8wv]

gouache is my favorite medium I am happy that old masters used it too. thx for the video

[@nmd1211]

I have often mixed in titanium white tube gouache, and ivory or lamp black gouache, with my transparent tube watercolors. I always feel guilty about this, decrying my lack of skill to do otherwise and save white paper or mix appropriate blacks. With both the white and the black, I add a color or two or three, and there is a depth that adds to the painting. Now, it is so good to see that our modern attitudes are really restrictive and prevent or hinder one's creativity because, to use an opaque medium in a watercolor, the rules are being broken. Historical knowledge can often open doors to us - thank you soooooooo much for this video!!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Absolutely! Very well said. I think there are many artists who are unaware of the freedom in the use of black and white in watercolor....It adds additional creative options.

[@nataliemcandrews9092]

I love art but listen because she has a lovely voice ❤😊

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you!

[@leodistefano7424]

Grazie

[@RogerEbert-vy5pv]

Since finding you. My learning curve has increased considerably. Thanks.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I'm honored to hear that, Roger.

[@blessedandbiwithahintofmagic]

This is really useful information. Artists clasically using white is not something ai knew of - I use white watercolors myself, but never knew that the modern mainstream of watercolors was only one way to use watercolors, not the way that it has always been or is everywhere. Thank you!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@AlexCMoro81]

🤎🧡💛💚💙💜❤🖤🤍

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@awatercolourist]

0:39 This is one of my favourite artworks. Thank you for introducing it to me in your other video.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Absolutely- it’s one that’s not often seen.

[@awatercolourist]

@@JillPoyerdFineArt Which is a pity! I love the energy and movement in it. I’d love to be able to paint like that one day. That painting is right up there with the Turners and the Seargents.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

@@awatercolourist I completely agree...

[@awatercolourist]

Boy, am I late! 😂

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I know! Lol - I missed seeing your post!

[@awatercolourist]

@@JillPoyerdFineArt So sorry 😂. Thanks for your kind comment and for your beautiful videos!

[@gary313]

Is there really a difference in transparent and translucent?

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

There is actually a slight difference. In general painting it doesn't really matter, but if you're applying a special set of glazes and want to control how much of the base color influences the top color(s) you may want to consider it. Opaque is another story. That has a pretty different look.

[@gary313]

@@JillPoyerdFineArt If transparent means you see clearly through it, then what we call transparent "colors" should be called translucent.

[@naomitamura9382]

Translucent colors are semi opaque colors that you can see through to the lower layers. However, they can change the value, shade and the hue of the underlying colors. Transparent colors are not semi opaque and typically only change the hue of the underlying color, oftentimes creating a new color. For example, you can apply a transparent yellow over a magenta and get an orange. Or a transparent magenta over a blue and get a purple.