Tiny Painting: The Art That Heals

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[@rfowler6039]

I agree that painting small can be relaxing and I don't feel any pressure about mistakes. I love to paint little flowers or dragonflies then make them into bookmarks to give to family and friends.

[@janealan2142]

I too love to paint small primarily because my space available for painting is extremely limited. I became sold on the idea of painting small after reading Joyce Washor's book: "Big Art small canvas" now republished as: "THINK BIG paint small." 😊

[@betulkorkmaz6420]

I love the way you explain things, like the amount of water, mixing colours how and why, dealing with unexpected amount of water or color etc. I am so happy that you are sharing your knowledge and joy with us. Thank you so much!

[@flatlandah52]

Earlier this year I had to spend several weeks in bed flat on my back. A tiny pallet, painting journal, and water brushes( with a water well right in the handle), were a sanity saver. Learned to have a gentle touch and patience!

[@Titus2-3-4]

I'm just beginning and I love tiny flowers 😀 And yes, it is very calming and relaxing. Thank you so very much.

[@Thisted1978]

I paint small evytime bc it's watercolors on nails. 💅. But you are the first content creator I've actually have learned from and quickly. Sometimes we get request from clients on specific flowers, like Hibiscus flower 🌺, so I quickly found your tutorial here on KZbin and had a VERY happy client. So THANK you so much for taking the time teaching us😊

[@TheClutterLady]

Painting tiny makes my paint and paper go so much further while still getting practice in and being able to finish a painting faster. So even if it doesn't turn out the best, I don't feel like I wasted a bunch of time or supplies. Plus they are often adorable! I will paint the same thing multiple times but in different sizes, which makes it feel new again. Some I'll use as note cards, others I'll frame to decorate my home, and others are just to see how tiny I can paint.

[@bettygriffin2454]

I have been in a discouraging slump recently. My work was better when I first started watercolor 8 months ago than now. However, your tiny flowers changed things. My flowers actually look good thanks to you. I have found renewed hope since watching and rewatching your tutorial. Thank you for your easy manner and example.

[@crystalzummo8213]

i have that palette and the tiniest book i have ever had ! it is a fun challenge to do and travels so well .

[@pbzie]

Ok these are cutest. ever. Thank you!

[@bevclarke8586]

So much simpler and non stressful. Perfect for the watercolour cards with envelopes I bought on Amazon. 😊

[@ekerrigan1978]

Wow, beautiful!

[@patriciatoth2446]

Lovely tutorial Emma, small but mighty!

[@claudinejones7894]

I must try painting tiny it looks really cute and fun! Something new for me ! Thanks for sharing Emma! .

[@mwGoosman]

I have this pallet and need to get it filled to paint. Thanks for the post😊! I am inspired to get going🎉

[@MsSylvana63]

I totally enjoyed this simply beautiful tutorial ✨👌🏽🪷

[@joycemiskowitz714]

Love these tiny flowers.

[@lindagluth5186]

This is so refreshing! Thank you for this tutorial .

[@carolinasotillo1539]

I love this tiny paints. Thanks so much

[@donnastokes496]

Juts can't beat miniature paintings!!! 😊

[@UJB123]

When I practice or doodle, I go smaller than 5x8. (I have that same PR journal & snap brushes, btw😊). If using, say, a 9x12 paper, I'll line it into several sections to do different types of scenes on one page. Saves on paper and paint for practice. Good show👍

[@NessaWolfeMuller]

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing your talent and insight.

[@sherryyawn8844]

Love this! I think this be my favorite relaxing wsy to paint. Thank you.

[@lori900]

I love this. And that tiny paint pallet is perfect!! So pretty Emma!!

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

Oh those are so pretty and I love 💕 how they look, So much suggested detail without adding any details. Thank for sharing this wonderful video.

[@janejackson567]

I like painting tiny as well, and I have the same little palette, love it.

[@candybourgeois6916]

I love painting tiny! It is so much less intimating. I started watercolor painting as a new retirement hobby in Dec 2023 with your advent Christmas projects. They were so fun and I enjoyed tackling something that I thought was impossible on a small piece of paper instead of a big project. I started a small image daily calendar in June 2024 and before or after working bigger projects I'll paint a sample or something else that inspires me on the calendar. Thank you for pulling me into this world of watercolor.

[@patlatour2465]

Thankyou for these this morning, I also enjoy painting tiny ,even scenery and tiny houses are fun. 😊.

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

Adorable little flowers!! 🌹 That palette is so cute!! 💞

[@bonniemiller5316]

Love the tiny flowers. ❤

[@baclark512]

this is awesome, Thanks for sharing.

[@lisagauci3354]

Adorable

[@sunnyscott4876]

Definitely going to try this. ❤🎉❤ Thanks for sharing your wonderful talents and creativity.

[@KeikoKato-z4v]

Always enjoy your tutorial. Thank you ❤Emma!

[@annelizevangraan7776]

Love these tiny paintings!😍

[@ArtisticKatz]

absolutely beautiful. I love how they all turned out

[@catherineadkins2774]

These are great and so much fun! I live your videos! I’m a beginner. You’re a good teacher!

[@wendykelcey1246]

So cute! Love tiny!

[@lauraborchardt2762]

Love the tutorial!

[@darcypalmer7783]

So tiny, so cute. Love that little paint set!

[@GoodyearGal]

Dang you’re good. You make it look sooooo easy.

[@betty4rd]

I can't wait to give it a go. Such a calm and peaceful video. Thanks, Emma! Love it.❤❤❤❤❤

[@suzieblair8089]

I love to paint small, trying to paint larger is very hard for me. It is also hard to find artists who paint small. Thank you for this video.

[@rosemariecooke9616]

I love painting tiny and I learned from you last year. Still loving it. Thank you!❤😊

[@tammyward2149]

I have to try this! Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@peggybrownelliott783]

I love it!

[@sunnyco6325]

Great way to pass time on an airplane

[@amymckee5075]

Really fun and LOL the best peony I ever painted!!🤣

[@brigittecourtey3364]

Bonjour, j adore vos fleurs miniatures, j aimerais bien d autres vidéos comme celle-ci. Douce journée à vous 💜

[@ChristyWrenn]

Painting tiny is fun!

[@manycallmemom8406]

You are amazing. So relaxing to watch ❤

[@cindeeandrade7450]

U r brilliant, so adorable. I love flowers too. I also love the neon pink🩷

[@KarrieLykins]

So beautiful!!!

[@ChantelleArts]

These look adorable ☺☺

[@jannissen8146]

Adorable. I love it and will try! Thanks.

[@karensimmons5365]

Love these!

[@suzannehulton2571]

I am using the new Paul Ruebens Floral watercolors. Beautiful colors, I think maybe those 3 browns that look a like are because if you are painting gardens and trees maybe they don't want us to run out of the firt or tree trunk colors. Just a thought.

[@bsl5788]

Love this video! Thank you!

[@LavishGracePhotography]

These are so perfect!!! You continue to teach me so much!

[@cherylj.harris4967]

I did tiny birth flowers with you a couple of years ago. Such fun! I need to do it again.Thank you, Emma.

[@brigittefiegenbaum4493]

So nice Emma!!😊

[@lindaterrier6990]

I used that little pallet on plane with a water brush.

[@barbarapurdell3038]

Beautiful video! I'm looking forward to trying this. I especially liked the tiny rose. Would you ever try something similar with tiny birds?

[@liachristy7779]

Super cute.

[@susanjohnson8986]

I’ve found this so useful, thank you, Emma. I’ve been panicking over doing a 7 cm Square book as a gift for my sister. I never knew that it would be easier painting smaller so I’m going to definitely give it a go. Will you may get a smaller book in the future, to paint in.?

[@tammym8165]

I love this!

[@toninorcross2611]

Love this!

[@Ms1lonewolf]

I Love this!! ❤️ Painting tiny is so cute. I have AMD of the eyes so it's hard for me to paint tiny but I've always loved making tiny things. I made a Barbie wedding gown when I was 13 years old. I also made a tiny house with electric in it. With tiny furniture, curtains, beds 🛌 the whole works!! It was so cool. Oh and the best part was making the plug ins in the walls!! Plus lamps. So cute. Now days they make all those things for you. It's more fun to make it yourself. Of course back then we cooked on wood stoves still. Oops showing my age. Lolololol 😊 that's OK. JK FLORIDA USA 🇺🇸. PS Love the pallet!!😂.

[@CreaWicca]

Awesome and inspiring video! Just one (beginner?)question; do you - every now and then - need to brush the palette with something so the wood stays pretty and strong or is that not necessary?

[@peggystoop4196]

Darling! I love to paint small!

[@spbv1961]

Love your videos❤

[@lindapeterson6122]

I find painting small easier. I try to do the loose larger flowers and it really tough. But I will continue to try

[@marcialinico7558]

I’ve always liked little things. I love that you are doing this one. 😊 May I ask if there is some way for me to turn off the music? I find it distracting. I apologize for those who’ve function better with it. Love to all ❤

[@bonniemiller5316]

The music sounds like a train going by. 😂

[@kclark651]

Love it🌸🌸🌸💕

[@AnneSmith-mu2ph]

Hi Emma lv Ann ❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@cristinamota7685]

Bom dia, amo seus trabalhos, poderia colocar legenda em portugues.

[@jimmychapman3594]

Is this based on Liesl's video from three months ago?

[@c.mareeharris4615]

XO🍒

[@sharonmansfield3053]

The background music on this video us awful. It was way too loud, could barely hear you. No need for background music please. Cute flowers and yes, tiny, tiny, tiny!

[@trinaloucks3932]

I love everything about this tutorial except the background music. I'm somewhat hearing impaired and it was so distracting it made it hard to watch the video. My brain is trying to listen to you but can't focus because of the other sounds.

[@peggylittle9366]

Emma, Could you shorten the time of your tutorials. Twelve to fifteen minutes is the perfect time. It’s hard to carve out more time for your wonderful tutorials. Thanks, you’re wonderful.

[@TheClutterLady]

I watch them on 2x speed and that shortens them to about 15 minutes. If I were painting at the same time I might slow it back down or pause it sometimes, but I love that KZbin lets you adjust the speed of videos.