STEP BY STEP WATERCOLOUR MAGNOLIA

If you are looking for a painting project then you may want to do this step by step watercolour magnolia flower - where I show you how to paint these gorgeous muted subtle tones using my learn to paint as you paint technique - I have listed the materials below but please use what you have.
Paper: Etchr Lab 300 gsm sketch book - cold pressed 100% cotton. bit.ly/3J07gFS...
Paint: Ruby Red bit.ly/3BG51FA...
chromium lemon yellow hue bit.ly/3HtFEZB...
neutral tint bit.ly/3JFrCVo...
Sepia bit.ly/3qvFTgy...
These are from Schmincke
Daniel Smith - Buff titanium. bit.ly/3h2dDNi...
Dr P H Martin's Bleed Proof White. bit.ly/3zTHL5W...
Brushes: Number 2 Flat - Rosemary & Co. bit.ly/flatsyt...
Number 5 Round (mine is from Da Vinci - I have found a set here of similar sizes) bit.ly/3sapi37...
Palette - Etchr - from Jacksons Art bit.ly/3uIH27h...
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TOOLS THAT I RECOMMEND
BRUSHES:
Zen Art - Fine Line brushes
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Zen Art - Watercolour Paints:
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Red Dot Spotters
*All Rosemary & Co (short-handled)
Sizes I use: 0, 2, 3, 4 and 6
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This is the brush I use to remove errors
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PAINTS:
A good all-round pro set bit.ly/jackson...
PATREON SITE
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Music: All From Epidemic Sound

[@JustMeYouSee]

Oh for absolutely gorgeous!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you 😀

[@annewatman677]

You just showed up in my feed, and I love what you’re doing. This is exactly what I’ve been practicing, and your tutorial is very helpful.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Anne

[@kimskitchen123]

I love to watch you paint.

[@helencampbell]

Thank you 😀

[@trinawilliams1395]

Perfectly lovely! Nuff said

[@helencampbell]

Aww thank you x

[@martiseelye6443]

This is so lovely! It is stunning. I so want to try this one. I am new to watercolour so it may take a LOT more time lol. But it's so so beautiful. Thank you for your detailed tutorials. I am learning so much!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Marti. Give it a go and let me know how you get on. X

[@geniawheddon7402]

Magnolia trees are just coming into flower here in e.yorks...... yr painting so lovely, spurs me to paint one

[@helencampbell]

Same here in the Cotswolds. I love them x

[@dogwhiskers8]

Beautiful!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@mthomas1800]

💕🙏✨

[@tv-et7nf]

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[@priyayk1]

Thank you for posting such detailed and well structured tutorials. Just one question, what can I use instead of the neutral tint?

[@helencampbell]

Thank you. You could use Payne’s grey or Mars black but with lots of water. It won’t be the same but it will work. X

[@priyayk1]

Oh great, I have Payne's grey in my pallette. Thank you for responding so quickly.

[@helencampbell]

No problem. Let me know how you get on

[@janicelancaster3020]

Hi Rae Another beautiful tutorial love the subtle colour. Could you please suggest an alternative to buff titanium. Thank you😊

[@helencampbell]

Hi. I would just leave it out completely and use the cream colour of the paper instead. Or perhaps a weak mix of yellow ochre. Xx

[@janicelancaster3020]

Thank you

[@catzkeet4860]

I’ve also found just the TINIEST bit of Payne’s grey into a VERY watery yellow ochre can help to tone its “yellowness” lol……always swatch your colours as you go to ensure the colour and pigment strength are what you want…..too weak isn’t a biggie but too strong is a nightmare lol

[@janicelancaster3020]

@@catzkeet4860 thank you for the tip😊

[@helencampbell]

Exactly always swatch

[@joanpringle-canning2834]

💕💕💕💕🤗

[@dawnreaume2837]

Gorgeous!😍 It’s just Beautiful how you brought this gentle flower to life!❤️ It really helps to listen to you - how you are pointing out the highlights and shadow areas! I never used to notice such subtle detail and watching your videos really helps me visually detect those areas! Thank you Rae!❤️ Hugs!🥰 Dawn

[@helencampbell]

Thank you so much. I’m really pleased you enjoyed it xxx

[@veronicamarcano3540]

Hi Rae! What would the alternative be for the red? Permanent Rose? TIA x

[@helencampbell]

Hi. Yes but use with a lot of water

[@baldwinleatherworks]

Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you so much for this tutorial. ❤️

[@helencampbell]

Thank you 😀

[@leesternard4420]

How do you frame your paintings like the magnolia?

[@helencampbell]

Hi. I don’t. I just leave them in the sketch book

[@koharu.channnel]

Very beautiful💕💕😊

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@chiarasola826]

Love these muted tones :)

[@helencampbell]

Thank you 😊

[@artbydrbee]

I just LOVE those soft, subtle transitions!! And that palette is TOO CUTE!! Thank-you for sharing this with all of us Helen!! The magnolia is one of my fav flowers!!! 🐝👏👏🤗❤️❤️

[@helencampbell]

Aww thank you Dr Bee xxxx

[@roxannerosecrans4441]

You have such an eye for tones and hues and a delicate touch with the brush, beautiful 🤩

[@helencampbell]

Awwww thank you

[@maryburns4409]

Lovely, thank you for sharing your tutorials. I truly appreciate them. Can’t wait to see your next one. Also, thank you for letting me join your Facebook group. All the best from Maine, USA

[@helencampbell]

Hi Mary. You are very welcome. Thank you for your comments x

[@junewalker5320]

Thank you for keeping reference photo. A great help for novices. I find your tutorials really helpful and informative.

[@helencampbell]

Many thanks June

[@sandiemyers2463]

I like being able to see the reference photo during the painting. Then I can pay particular attention to a section that is challenging for me. Very helpful!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@joycenorby6847]

Thank you Rae for this! I love your style and techniques! They have improved my paintings immensely 💗

[@helencampbell]

That’s great to know. Glad you enjoy them x

[@Shannon__M]

Thank you for your step by steps! I haven tried yet be will eventually. 💕

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@angelabkramer]

Love it

[@helencampbell]

Thank you Angela

[@longwaytotipperary]

lovely!!

[@helencampbell]

Thank you

[@carmensol34]

I’m your fan number 1! Love! Love your paintings! TFS 💕

[@helencampbell]

Awww blush blush. Thank you x

[@carmensol34]

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[@magnoliabenone9110]

I love it. My name is Magnólia.

[@helencampbell]

Aww that’s lovely. What a gorgeous name

[@magnoliabenone9110]

@@helencampbell Thank you.