Paint a Winter Robin in Easy Scandi Style Watercolor (plus bonus Christmas Tree) painting tutorial

[@tracylamarca575]

Oooooh - I love that - "fill the world with peace!" The music, listening to your voice, the rain I could hear, I think and painting this simple little robin is definitely a recipe for a peaceful hour for me! I'm NOT trying to get a jump on Christmas.............I just really liked the look of the bird........I will try the Christmas tree a little later in the year! And yes - hygge! I've heard that strangely pronounced word before - feeling cozy and content with simple things!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Tracy, yes, it's too early for Christmas for me, too! In the middle of a heatwave and drought it is the last thing on my mind! So glad you enjoyed the robin - he was very popular last year and I hope he'll make a reappearance this Christmas!!

[@alichtenwalter]

I love the bird for christmas cards Thanks

[@elizabethshort2100]

I love your birds you paint. You make it looks so easy.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊 it’s just practice!!

[@katekelner184]

Love that funky tree. The Robin is very sweet too! Thankyou

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Kate!

[@marydarby6740]

That has got to be the sweetest little bird I’ve ever seen! I like the Scandia style. It makes it look soft and whispy.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Mary, for your kind comment x Hope you enjoy giving it a try.

[@paulalotte1146]

OMGoodness that Scandi tree is great!! I wish I had an imagination like yours. I just sit here staring at a blank sheet of paper not knowing where to even begin.

[@ReneeW59]

Same!

[@kimschmidt3959]

Scandi style so simple. Something much needed for this busy time. Thanks

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@lynnemartin2291]

Perfect. My favourite adorable wee robin. 🤗🤗

[@MeeganMakes]

Thank you for your instruction for simple water color painting. These ideas are something even I could do. It’s always enjoyable to watch you, Diane.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊 I’m so glad you enjoy them!

[@carolyndaughton3373]

Diane, I honestly can't get enough of your channel, paintings and teaching techniques! I look forward to them so much. These paintings are charming and the robin is the sweetest! I loved watching you paint the tiny pine cone and replayed it a few times. Pine cones were always a struggle for me and now I think I've mastered the art thanks to your tutorials. Oh, and that fun little whimsical Christmas tree is an added bonus...perfect for a card! Don't you just love that light board! It's such a time saver when I want to recreate one of my drawings. Thank you Diane and Tamsin for these lovely tutorials.

[@susanamer7904]

Dear Diane, you really can't go wrong with choosing a robin , I love, love , love the scandi style . These would make wonderful little framed presents. So sweet. I admire your straight talking honesty about painting in detail, as sometimes I don't feel good enough but that is no disrespect to any other tutor , as when my brush hits that paper I just let it go and have a wonderful time with you 😊 Thanks for showing us all your fabulous techniques .

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Susan, for your wonderful comments! So glad that you're finding my videos helpful. I do hope that you have a go at these little paintings which I'm sure would please many of your friends and family! Thank you so much for sharing and supporting the channel xxx

[@trishmcleod6245]

Splosh! Technical terms I understand. Bless your heart.

[@letitia-h5v]

I love the way you paint birds. Very beautiful

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@vickibell6923]

Sending you my thanks for sharing your skills.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Much appreciated Vicki!

[@Angie-pl3uw]

Love the robin, and I love the tree as well. As you say, Scandi style is really in. It is all so pretty and simple! Thank you, Diane.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@melindaavila498]

Simply Sweet! I look forward to painting the little guy.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Have fun! Thanks for commenting!

[@wimjanssen2181]

My 117 th. From a constant rainy Netherlands to an even more rainy studio from Diane😅. Lucky me again a robin🎉.like the style and the tree is very unique 😂. Thanks , still learning.😊wim

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

We had sunshine today!

[@kimfilek9717]

I so need simple right now in the merry go round my life is at the moment. This soothes my soul .Thank you so much !

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Kim, thanks so much for your comments and supporting the channel! Really hope that you manage to squeeze these into your busy schedule!!

[@damecupcake]

I struggled with opening tubes where the paint seemed dried like glue. Then someone gave me the tip to put a little square of cling film/plastic wrap between the cap and the tube and it works like a charm! No more stuck tubes and hot water redemption.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Excellent idea Debbie!

[@roxannerosecrans4441]

Very cute 🥰

[@estelalozdon6096]

I love that Scandinavian style, simple but strong. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@NicholeFraserSicNic]

Love love love 💚💚💚💚 💋🤗

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!!!

[@jennifermcintyre6231]

two wonderful ideas.....love the simplicity of the Scandi style. I don't know what people like anymore as well....it's very freeing not to have to worry about such things. One of the only good things about getting older......carry on Diane.

[@deannamunro8148]

Diane - what a little charmer this one is! And the tree?? I LOVE it - quirky and unapologetic!

[@marikareimer4411]

I love these little cards ! :-)

[@kareng8726]

I love your birds! The first bird painting of yours I saw was the one with whimsical birds on bent branches I believe. The Scandi style seems to still be popular- the tree is sweet too. Thank you.

[@bonniegarson80]

Thank you. I’m making book marks as Xmas gift from these tutorials ❣️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful!

[@posiesutton2009]

Lovely.❤️

[@lfarnham6990]

What a lovely tree! So free and loose. And quirky. Just what watercolor does best. Thank you!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@user-bk8qn9rh5k]

I really enjoy watching all of your videos. This style of painting is so pretty. Please do more!

[@amywagreich9042]

Very cute!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@darleneplant.6284]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it, , especially the tree, it reminds a Charlie brown tree or a tree you see in Hoo village, outstanding 😀

[@karent.8245]

Very nice! 👍

[@armandefrance701]

Thank you for this, I was drawn in even further as you began creating with bringing E.Tolle into the room.

[@diverte]

so pleased I've discovered your channel - love the robins .I'm really enjoying painting some cards thank you

[@debhalld9794]

Love the Robin. And, the tree really surprised me! Surprised by the fact that I truly like it a lot! Thanks for adding that in!!!

[@lindakostrowski7981]

love them both!

[@posiesutton2009]

More lovely ideas! Having great fun pulling up all your Christmas themed lessons to continue my “not waiting until the last moment” attempt!! Again, thank you Diane 1❤️

[@maryannknox7158]

Adorable

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you like him! Thanks for your kind comment!

[@charquilter]

If it weren’t for wide rubber bands, I couldn’t open most tubes. They make great grabbers for older fingers! I do enjoy your videos and especially your robins. Thank you so much for your channel. Charlotte from Texas.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

That’s a very good idea Charlotte. I will look out some rubber bands - I’m sure I’ve got some somewhere - and keep them handy. I usually end up using the corner of a sweater to get them open which is not a very good idea 😔

[@susancook1617]

Thank you Diane, I wish my sploshes looked liked yours😊. Lovely paintings.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You can do it!

[@janetwhincup5784]

Thank you. I haven’t been painting for a while but this has encouraged me. I have done the Robin so far. 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@lindamello6457]

Good cards ! Nice and simple and SCANDI !!! Thank you ❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@teresamcfall9491]

Love both of your scandi style robin and tree. I think the tree will be my refrigerator art picture for this week😉.

[@angelaschultz3109]

You inspire me every time ! Many thanks

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Happy to hear that! So glad you enjoy and thanks so much for your kind comment! Hope you paint loads of my tutorials!

[@mridulascreatives]

Beautiful painting❤

[@pathird7529]

Unique and charming😁 Thank you so much again for all your lovely paintings. ☺️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

My pleasure 😊

[@lindaking9222]

Really like these…simple yet effective 🙂💗

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you like them!

[@annettefournier9655]

Your channel just popped up on my feed. So welcome simple this time of year. I don't want to do cabins in the snow. I dislike doing buildings so why should I? Lol. Thank you so much . I subbed while I'm here. Love the sound of the rain BTW and coukd hear you just fine.😉💜

[@cathykirwan2292]

Love these! Thank you so much!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you like them! Thanks for your kind comment!

[@donnacarraway9182]

Love it! My first time hearing about the Scandi style! Where have I been?! Thank you again!💕

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Me too!! I didn’t know it had a name! It’s kind of something to do with IKEA!

[@danakolpin1289]

Great paintings

[@denisezimmer8569]

As always, showing us a new technique and sharing your talents. As you know today was busy for me, but never, ever too busy to end my evening watching you paint. Thank you so much, I love this style and look. I really like the idea of this for a card, both the bird and the tree.

[@deannamunro8148]

PS: Great music!

[@1radruth]

Nice👍🏻😊

[@feschannette4227]

Love

[@seattlesue178]

Thanks!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Sue, much appreciated!

[@francesfree]

Not concerned about the accuracy! That's music to my ears and makes me feel I can have a go too... thank you!

[@soheilaparvin1367]

Thank you for telling us the names of colours.

[@amyb82941]

💜💜💜

[@ReneeW59]

Simple and cute! I loved hearing the rain. And what I'll say in December is, be glad it isn't snow! Hello to Tamsen! Does she also paint?

[@mistyrosemarie]

This is a beautiful robin!! What brand is the vermillion that you used here?

[@damecupcake]

Not familiar with this style. Thank you for sharing it with us. Such a great sap green on the tree.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome! Something a little different!

[@kaycarpenter33]

❤️

[@oldfool2635]

Diane would you please include the picture you are painting from in the frame as you paint , it would be a help. Thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@suemauer5965]

I didn't catch the name of the second green in that cute little Christmas tree... is it Hooker's?

[@kathysunshine699]

I so love this!💕… As usual watching you makes my day! Thank you, I do have a question Do you ever use liquid watercolor paint?, It looks very bright and fun, like ink, but Vam not sure how to find out more about it, like how long it lasts light fast wise, though I only make cards, so as long as it lasts a little while, I’m good. LOVED that tree!, so striking!👍

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Kathy! So glad you enjoyed it! I have to admit I haven't ever used liquid watercolor paint. Can you tell me what brand you are considering buying? I'll try to get hold of some to try it out.

[@marydarby6740]

Hi Diane. What kind of pencil are you sketching with? Where can I get a lightbox?

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Mine is made by someone calling themselves "Lightenergy" and there is a link to it here amzn.to/32l8g7F The pencil is just an HB lead in an old silver propelling pencil holder.

[@marydarby6740]

Thank you, Diane!🤗

[@karenholst8306]

👍👍👍💕💕💕🇩🇰

[@suewheeler9402]

What brand light pad do you recommend?

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

This is the one I’m using Sue.amzn.to/32l8g7F

[@suewheeler9402]

Thank you!

[@susanb4816]

I looked for the sketches but it just wanted to send me to Facebook and I don't do Facebook. If it is not on your site, please direct people to Facebook

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Susan. Here’s the link you need.dianeantone.com/free-downloads/. Hope this helps x

[@emisode]

Sorry, I´m in Sweden. What did you say? Bird?=fågel pronounced fogel same a as in cause

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi, the word was HYGGE !!

[@CarosLines]

Not mix decimals and fractions? Of course, you can - it's called being flexible! I mix inches and centimetres too, which upsets my architect sister - :)

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I also mix Fahrenheit and Celsius. That way I can confuse everyone!

[@mossmade5x5]

Odd to this VA. mountain gal but strangely pleasing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you like him! Thanks for your kind comment!

[@lindymiller1795]

When it rains so loudly,turn up your mic please.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

So sorry about that. I'll remember that.

[@kathysunshine699]

It came out loud and clear on my phone, in spite of the lovely rain sound…is your phone working ok?