Powerful Watercolor Technique (Most Tutorials Ignore) 💙 Blue Orchids

[@amandasjas]

If there’s ONE thing that would’ve saved my many beginner struggles, it would be to be taught from the very beginning that watercoloring doesn’t boil down to two states, wet & dry, but three, and damp being one where so so so much of the magic happens. Beautiful tutorial!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Same! I didn’t understand it at first (like first few years of working with watercolors) glad you enjoyed it! 💙

[@consueloyoung4484]

Familiar with this technique, it does take a bit more patience, but who is in a hurry when painting botanicals?!?!. Thank you Anne for a fantastic tutorial.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

So true! 💙 This is totally a meditation - no need to rush :) Thank you Consuelo 💙

[@johncspine2787]

Just a side note..the “blue” orchids at the grocery store are actually white! If you look, there is a little green floral tape on each bloom stalk, that hides an injection site of blue dye. The orchids will bloom white on future blooms..

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Woah I didn’t know this!!!! John are you saying there are no “true” blue orchids in nature?… and also 🤔 does this mean one can theoretically produce blue peonies??!!! Asking for a friend (peonies are my favourite 💙)

[@johncspine2787]

@@AnnaBucciarelli orchid blossoms are quite long lived and sturdy, that’s why they survive the injection process. Peony blossoms are super delicate..I grow both..I imagine lavender-ish peonies aren’t far off. On the positive side, the white orchids they use to inject are super hardy, I’ve had one blooming for years on my windowsill..I think there’s one or two “close” blue orchids but they are rare..the super fake looking ones though are in abundance at the grocery store, lol..

[@johncspine2787]

@@AnnaBucciarelli there’s a company called Repotme and they sell Quantum Orchid, it’s like a fulvic/humic acid probiotic type thing for orchids, it’s a fantastic product along with their fertilizer, if you have any orchids..

[@consueloyoung4484]

Amazing fact John, I also did not know that. A bit disappointing and will definitely check this out, do you know at what point this injection happens, before leaving the grower?.

[@johncspine2787]

@@consueloyoung4484 I don’t know the specifics, but I’m sure you can Google it. I would imagine they inject them after the blooms have formed large buds, but, I don’t know. I always warn ppl in the store when I see they’ve bought one. There’s nothing wrong with it as far as I’m concerned, but, after realizing it the colors do look really unnatural. The white variety they usually use is very Hardy, and a good repeat bloomer, at least the one I have. When in doubt, check for a circle of floral tape around the stem, so far I haven’t seen any without it.

[@nancybeck8230]

I am 70 years old and just a beginner. I have been scrolling KZbin and IG for instruction. I just found your channel and absolutely loved this technique and more finished look. 💜I am drooling over your beautiful work. It may be a little trickier for a beginner but I am determined to achieve this “wet on damp” technique. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work and instruction.

[@johncspine2787]

59 here, same boat! Check out “The Mind Of Watercolor,” “Liron Yankowsky,’” and Joe Cartwright, amongst the zillions of amazing watercolorists on KZbin..also the oil painter Michael James Smith, and Janhendrik Dolsma…OH..also landscape watercolorist Oliver Pyle, he talks about washes in terms of three opportunities..the first wet wash, next wet on damp (using more concentrated pigment than what’s on the paper) then the wet over (once) dry details….

[@jubileej1629]

Hey hope your paintings are going well 😊

[@bettyvance4131]

Anna you are such a wonderful teacher ❤ I love the sound of your voice and your gentle philosophy. Thank you so much!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you for your kind words ❤️ I'm so glad you enjoyed the video 😊

[@moongardenglow]

That is extraordinary art. How fine and delicately you captured the beauty of the flowers.

[@rainbowfox1934]

Skills like this are what creates a highly skilled artist. Thanks.

[@blackhagalaz]

I have been doing watercolor for over 2 years now, but honestly I always struggled with Botanical because they always come out to stark and look unrealistic. This wet on damp technique looks very good for the details so I will definately try and see if it makes a difference!

[@monislimdancer1]

I love this technique I discovered it accidentally. I use it when I want some realism in my painting but not too much where I lose the beautiful effects of water color. It takes working at it and sometimes instinct.

[@silylily1212]

Most other artists don't talk about this important technique. It took me a long time to figure it out on my own. Thank you, your work is incredible!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

💕💕💕

[@bettyvance4131]

Thanks!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much Betty! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Rachel-art-and-design]

So lovely. I admire your steady hand. Having a tremor personally I try to make the fine lines but the harder I concentrate the more wobbly it gets. Thanks for your video.

[@fernandocoye4416]

I have used this wet on damp technique with pitt markers as well. Not much water is needed otherwise the ink gets diluted. Also, if you went with hard lines already, then wet the area again. The water will do some work to soften those lines as it evaporates. Depending on paper, you may need to gently scrub the area. Sometimes, just rewetting softens up the area just enough.

[@olgaadams746]

I love your style and instruction. I have been painting "tight" for a few years and I'm ready to "loosen" up a bit, and your style is the perfect medium.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! Enjoy 💕

[@m.s.252]

I usually use this technique while painting the early layers for hair. This made my life so much easier when I figured out the timing lol. I was just binging your videos and this came up so yay.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Oh definitely this works great for hair texture 😊❤️ thank you! 💙

[@innerconnexion2746]

I’m new to watercolors and really love it and experimenting with all techniks

[@donnacockerham9780]

I absolutely love your paintings! I hope that I can become as skilled as you are some day. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Donna! You will - all you need to do is keep practicing by painting what you love most - we get better with every stroke ❤️ Wishing you a wonderful holiday season! 🎄😊

[@donnacockerham9780]

@@AnnaBucciarelli Happy Holidays to you too!

[@sarajamal799]

I am painting an Iris for my grandfather and your videos have been so helpful! thank you for sharing your beautiful art with us!

[@sanjeevni_]

This tip makes so much sense! Probably one of the reasons why i couldn't get the exact results that they would show in the tutorials! Thank you so much 🌷

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

It’s a tricky aspect to show in a short video which is why I think it’s often overlooked - I really wanted to make a video specifically on this topic and show it up close 💜 glad you liked it!

[@sanjeevni_]

@@AnnaBucciarelli Thank you you're absolutely right 🩷

[@Ktpstudio]

I have used this technique before but I am not very good at it. I love the results it produces. This video has inspired me to go back and give it another try. I enjoyed watching you paint the orchids as well. Thank you for sharing and I’ll definitely revisit the videos you mention to practice this more. I hope you have an incredible day and I’m excited to see the dragonfly when it’s added

[@starr-starr]

So interesting, I spent all day yesterday practicing this technique! Just beginning to get the hang of it

[@grahamekellermeier8280]

Amazing technique blue is the warmest colour.

[@esti3939]

So beautiful, this is how I used to paint watercolor in high school.

[@Soapartisan875]

Wow what a gorgeous technique the flowers come to life 🌺

[@interiorsefforts]

great flowers painting

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much 😀

[@interiorsefforts]

@@AnnaBucciarelli My pleasure. I painted all yellow daffodil flowers on the channel. If you have ideas to paint daffodil flower in your art technique, please share them.

[@HimanArtists]

Very Nice painting

[@sac1303]

STUNNING! Thanks for sharing.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much!🦋💙

[@juliekraut7218]

Your detail work is amazing. Thanks for this tutorial.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

💙💙💙

[@angelawall5037]

Your video and voice was so calming along with the music!!!!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Oh thank you! :)

[@PaulineBarnatt]

What a lovely painting this is and the tips are great.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thanks so much 😊

[@MsMoniqueWilson]

Stunning painting! I bought a Chronos after watching a previous video of yours and live it so much. Just bought more sizes as they were on sale at Jack sons. Thank you for the recommendation and for sharing your art on YT.

[@cheergiver]

This is the sort of tutorial stuff I hunger for. Thanks for sharing.

[@juliebooton1360]

I absolutely love the colors used for these orchids - so beautiful!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you!!!💕

[@lisazdunski324]

Thank you so much! This video is so informative! I tried a comparable composition yesterday. I am so pleased with it that I actually signed it! It's the first painting I've done that I signed! It isn't anywhere near as gorgeous as yours, but I'm happy with it!

[@symphonymoussighi1309]

Thanks for all the clear explanations.

[@_e.n.]

Thank you Anna. I so enjoy your paintings & way of teaching. Very much appreciated. 💕

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Elza 💜💙💗

[@pradip2594]

❤😂😂😂🎉🎉😢🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊😊😅

[@hynarvaez]

Beautiful Orchids and very useful technique ❤

[@allufolie3411]

Very wonderful Orchids, as alive ... Scrupulous work, with such precise details, beautiful ... Can I ask you to draw a sprig of cotton, please.

[@SharonNolfi]

You did a great job of explaining and demonstrating this technique. I also appreciated the discussion of brush choices.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Sharon 💙😊

[@tgordon4881]

I'm attempting a painting of two Sarracenia and wish I had started with this technique! I may even consider starting over...

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Give it a try for sure 💙- as a compliment to the first painting maybe? Like a slightly different composition variation 😊

[@tgordon4881]

@@AnnaBucciarelli Wonderful suggestion! The throats of these amazing plants are a bit flat so I will complete this painting and start anew as a slightly different variation.

[@mariamassey5468]

ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING...MASTERFUL BOTANICAL ARTIST❤❤❤ GREAT TEACHER X VERY INSPIRING🌼🌼🌼

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much Maria! 💕😊

[@Pebblesmas]

Wow gorgious flowers! And thx 4 this very helpful tutorial.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you 😊

[@umaram58]

I practice painting in recent times, I wish to do like you in future

[@preetimaheshwari9018]

Lovely tutorial! Thanks for sharing your techniques. Just wondering, if could make a video on painting watercolor Foxglove flowers

[@marygeorge2467]

I have had such a hard time getting the fine lines onto flower petals. Thank you for sharing the name brand, style and size of those brushes. I just ordered some. Wish me luck!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Glad it was helpful! 💙 Enjoy Escodas 😊

[@jefffawver888]

My Goodness that is so Beautiful Thank you for sharing........

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much!

[@donnaeturner]

So beautiful and helpful.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Donna!

[@ColorLifeArt]

Awesome, thank you

[@pamelaspainting]

Wonderful tutorial

[@thissunchild]

Absolutely amazing

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

💜😊

[@loridipaola8156]

This was so helpful. I have been painting for a while but my technique is always a struggle. I lose my background colors and have way too much "unnatural" looking lines. Your input re: damp painting and time to dry and brushes and loading paint...all sounds so basic but its exactly what I needed. Excited to practice! Thank you Anna :)

[@OrigamiMarie]

This can be tricky in the snowy winter, the dry indoor air can make your damp phase super short. Time to break out the humidifier!

[@gailcarey3597]

Very thorough tutorial. Thank you!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Gail!😊

[@ingridcoke1360]

This was an excellent demonstration. I really appreciated the clarity and simplicity in your instructions, as well as all the extra tips on the brushes and paper. You're an amazing teacher. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏽💖✨💐

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you for watching and for your feedback on the video 😊 have a great weekend Ingrid 💗

[@rachellewidmann3621]

Thank you so much for sharing this technique and your approaches, tips and tricks relating to it. I am very inspired 💡 by this! It is going to be very challenging and will take a long time to master. It will really test my patience, especially because im already struggling with timing and water amount. I just know though that practising this can only improve my watercolour painting skills! Thank you again so much, Anna. 💖💐☺️

[@renee1292]

Great video. I'm familiar with this technique and find it essential for botanical art. This video and the stargazer lily video explain and demonstrate it so well. You could write a book! 😉

[@ankiberglund8806]

This is amazing beautiful thankyou so much. So relaxing to look at and you have a very nice soft voice.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you 💙💙💙😊

[@lilsexyhellion81]

Cam you do a tutorial for a orange lily? I'm seriously having difficulty with wet on damp and

[@tashusingh5559]

Waaoww❤ just loved it!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thanks a lot 😊💙

[@vivienneadamson2307]

This is stunning Anna and such a great piece of information. As I am new to watercolour it is this kind of information that is helpful. Thankyou for your great work. X

[@rafaelagonzales498]

I am so glad I come across your tutorials. You are amazing. Thank you for sharing your talent and ideas.

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Welcome to the channel Rafaela! 💗😊

[@MarkNiceyard]

Great vid. I definitely gonna try that out!

[@niranjalijayatilaka8226]

Crazy ❤soooo beautiful I can’t believe this can be done💕💕

[@sandrapalomaaldunatepage9797]

muy lindo!! Gracias.

[@avahimes4841]

Beautiful!!!❤️

[@TrueLoveX1027]

Though I’ve used this technique sporadically in my own floral painting, I definitely need to practice it to get the timing down. I loved the suggestion of using a rigger brush, which was a bit of a “ah ha” moment. I’m really looking forward to watching and working from the full length video on Patreon later in the month. I am loving how you are continuing to stretch my artistic skills!! ❤️

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Linda! Riggers are fun for sure! Very specific use cases but they do add a lot of flexibility in the right place at the right time 😊 I am editing voiceover for PATREON all week and hoping to post soon 💗💗💗 thank you for your support!

[@Vee_of_the_Weald]

Gosh! I’m learning so much sentence by sentence! Thank you so much for your brushes explanations. 👌🏼

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

💗💗💗

[@ChrissieNicely]

So many great tips! Thank you, Anna! And the blue orchids are absolutely stunning! 😍🤩😘🥰💙

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Chrissie! 😄💙 now sketching the dragonfly 🦋

[@redskull.8172]

You made my day Mame. It was very use ful to me thank you

[@kbatwe55]

Amazing style.

[@นกมยุรี]

Such a beautiful artwork ❤❤❤❤❤

[@amykenyon9866]

Fantastic tip Anna! Can't wait to watch the tutorial on Patreon! Always enjoy your tutorials😍xoxo

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Coming soon! 💜💜💜

[@daphnegovender4531]

Love all your work, beautifully painted ❤ Watching you paint feels therapeutic. Please may you help with the size of the rigger brush. Thank you Anna for sharing🙏🇿🇦

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Daphne - I believe it was size #2, very small 😊

[@claritzairosario68]

Sooo interesting technique!!! Wow!!!❤❤❤

[@christinemayopowers]

Beautiful. Thank you!

[@fairytale0908]

Wonderful ❤ tutorial i just love it ❤❤😊

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you so much 😀

[@fairytale0908]

@@AnnaBucciarelli your welcome 😊

[@ranjitray1392]

You're beautiful like your painting,and voice quality is calm and beautiful ❤️❤️

[@TheGud29]

It's so pretty

[@solveigjansson8613]

Beautiful !!!

[@danijelac3511]

Amazing

[@elevans5758]

Super gorgeous. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@crystalheart9]

Gorgeous details and thank you for showing your technique for achieving it.💙

[@jackieojeda6101]

Absolutely adorable painting, once again!! You are truly a fabulous artist!!👏👍😃👋

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Jackie 💙

[@judymills873]

Beautiful

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you Judy!

[@christicovington]

You always have the most beautiful videos. They are very relaxing because of your sweet voice but also very informative. Thank you for yet again another wonderful video. Much appreciated and much ❤️ from Nashville TN USA 🇺🇸

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you for your continued support Christie! 💗 i have to tell you - I am on season 3 of Nashville (the show - I watch it on Apple TV 😊) and although I’ve never been - i feel like I am getting a glimpse into this beautiful place! So much music and so much history!

[@marciamcgrath4953]

Gorgeous piece! Thank you very much for the wonderful tips. They were very helpful. ❤️

[@ongxanh89]

your voice is very nice. thank you for this beautiful video!

[@lotusflowerpassion]

beautiful

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you! 😊

[@doralevitt2879]

I'm seeing this video for the first time - this is gorgeous, I'm definitely subscribing!! 😄🤗🧑‍🎨🎨🖼️💖🕊️🌹

[@ginettemelody1035]

Wonderful. Thank you,

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Glad you enjoyed it!💗

[@naifamaliha]

So realistic ❤

[@patriciahoffmann1201]

wow!! thank you for sharring

[@bethw7]

Love this! I've never used this technique - can't wait to give it a try!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Enjoy! 💗😊

[@WomanTakenBytheWind]

This is amazing!

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Thank you 🧡

[@dragonblanco2210]

Que hermosos colores 😻

[@dupeit007]

I'm having a hard time finding the right paper some of the relatively expensive papers have not really worked for me , since it's hobby I can't invest too much , brushes I have the Anna mason set , Winson and newton, schminke and even some Daniel Smith colours

[@kirtg1]

thank you. I've done a lot of wet on wet and I'm looking to get more wet on dry. I love the wet on damp. Got a question, do you ever use a hairdryer to speed the drying of the paper?

[@melissaaldosari8024]

Thank you! These are gorgeous!

[@Danutzzaro]

I love it i love it i love it

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

💕💕💕

[@topazgemfairy]

This is such a good video! Gorgeous flowers, and you make me feel like I could practice and get good at this technique

[@TinkTT]

Thank you for the beautiful video with extremely clear explanation ❤️

[@AnnaBucciarelli]

Glad it was helpful! :))