Try These 20 Watercolor Pencil Techniques NOW ! || Sketchbook Painting Demo

[@paintingandchocolate]

*New in June 2023* Practice watercolor pencils essential techniques in my Skillshare class (1-month free trial) : skl.sh/43sGS1O

[@mereditha4363]

I would like to see a full tutorial for painting these magical doors!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you for letting me know 🙂

[@DayByeDayChristineOKArtist]

Definitely would love to see that!! Do you prefer 100% cotton paper cold-pressed or what do you prefer for the watercolor pencils?

[@Jeannine754]

I love watching someone who is so obviously passionate about their art as you are, and who combines that with equal passion to share it with others. Thank you for enriching our lives :)

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you,.and you're welcome 🙂🙏

[@maivaiva1412]

the shaving technique is genius! i'm definitely gonna try it

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@TbirdMan]

A couple more: You can blend watercolor pencil with a paper stump before wetting it to get different color gradations. Also, instead of shaving the point you can use a small piece of sandpaper - different grits for different size pigment particles.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Ah yes thank you! I've seen the latter done for regular colored pencils and graphite.

[@Aimz360]

I don't work with watercolour pencils that much, mainly because I don't know how to use them properly. This video has been a game changer. They maybe basic but for someone like me who is a novice, these neat little tips change everything.

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm very happy, this is what I was hoping for because I had the same problem at first.

[@goddesskindled]

You've given me a whole new desire to play with watercolour pencils!

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm very happy then, I've covered a lot of aspects about them here so I hope you will find all you need!

[@leslie-annepepin8927]

So much fun! I will have to dig out my watercolour pencils again. Thank you! 🇨🇦

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome, have fun !

[@soowzy]

Nice demo. I didn't hear you explain that Derwent Inktense is INK pigment, and will stain the paper and cannot be lifted like watercolor pencils. Good for laying down a base layer that will not mix with subsequent layers after drying. I love Inktense and use them often.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you. Yes you are right they are ink. In another video I lifted them after they dried and it worked, which was actually surprising and I wonder if it depends what paper they are used on or for how long they were dry for.

[@mariakapatos9545]

So informative thank you so much for all your tips..wishing you a lovely day😊

[@MM-TheEnd]

BEST water colour pencil tutorial I've seen yet! Loved your style of explanation and how much detail you shared. Subbed!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you! I'm glad this was helpful !

[@Billy_Equines]

Finna.y somthin was shorter then 20 minis I'm to lazy

[@Billy_Equines]

Finnaly *

[@samanthac5761]

Inktense pencils are my fav pencils. Respond differently than watercolors since they are ink. The hobbit doors are terrific

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Samantha! They have such nice vibrancy to them, I enjoy them a lot too.

[@Battlestar31164]

I just found your channel and I am so grateful 💞 As a long time fan of Tolkien and The Hobbit I found the painting techniques you shared in this video to be inspirational. Thank you so much 🥰

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad to know this, thank you !

[@cherylcollier4662]

I was gifted a set of Derwent WC pencils. This video gave me many different ideas for things to try with them. Thank you.

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm happy to hear it 😊 have fun with them!

[@shallahharbaugh243]

Lord of the Rings! I love these tips. I got a set of watercolor pencils for Christmas and now will be able to create with them right away. Thank you.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Have fun!🙂

[@sravanthip95]

Love how you explained all the techniques and now I know how to work with the watercolor pencils and would try to give them a try. 👏🏽👏🏽😍

[@paintingandchocolate]

Then I'm happy it was the intent, thank you for your message 🙂

[@sravanthip95]

@@paintingandchocolate are these doors from Lord of Rings 🙈☺

[@paintingandchocolate]

@@sravanthip95 yes they are 🙂

[@sylviahowell7802]

LOVED your video on Hobbit Doors. Colorful, informative, and gave me lots of ideas. I really appreciate your efficiency with time. This short video was so helpful, without dragging on and on. Thank you!

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@aisha6484]

These are some incredible tips wow! More people definitely need to be seeing this

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Aisha !

[@jana-nf4kc]

I really enjoyed this. I'm learning about layering and blending with watercolor pencils. Thank you so much. The doors from the »Lord of Rings « looks beautiful.

[@paintingandchocolate]

And thank you for your lovely feedback ! I'm glad this was helpful 🙂

[@aquabluerose7734]

Loving these Hobbit doors, I already used watercolor pencils for customizing dolls but I wanted to get into using them on paper in conjunction with my regular watercolors, inks and markers. This makes them sound a lot more promising than what I had thought they'd be like!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Yes they can be surprising for sure !

[@harpersmythe658]

I love it when new artists ‘discover new techniques’ and try to teach others. Keep going, you will get there eventually. More power to you xx

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you for your appreciation :)

[@bredahughes3824]

So many useful tips. I have had watercolour pencils in the press for the last year and only took them out last weekend because of your skillshare class. Loved trying the apple and can’t wait for more videos from you. Thanks so much.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you so much ! I'll be working on the next one 🙂

[@annjay2581]

I got these pencils for my birthday but had no idea how to use them! This is really helpful, thank you so much! 🥰

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@tessellatiaartilery8197]

Great tips, super clear video lesson. And your art is lovely. Thank you very much. 😊

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome 🙂

[@bethpenisten1975]

I love this presentation on techniques with watercolor pencils. I've had these pencils for some time now but never really got the hang of using them. Also - your Hobbit doors from the Lord of the Rings is awesome!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you so much ! I'm happy you enjoyed this video 🙂

[@NaomiCoutureArt]

These were some great techniques and a few I haven't used before. You should try the white inktense block if like going over top with white details (or mixing it with other colors) as it is much more opaque then the white pencil :)

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you for this tip ! Definitely dome new things i need to try 🙂

[@suzannebrighton932]

Just wonderful it is so nice to get some tips from anybody that’s willing to share. Thanks for sharing

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome Suzanne!

[@deliawallace4426]

Loved the Hobbit doors. I do use my watercolour pencils, but you've introduced me to a couple of new techniques so that is fab. Thanks

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad this was useful, another watercolor pencils video coming up this week 🙂

[@Karen-dq2pn]

I love paintings of doors ,and this door is one of my favourites

[@paintingandchocolate]

I also enjoy them very much!

[@jvogler_art4708]

Switching over to these from prismacolors, loved seeing the possibilities of what you can do with them. definitely reawakening my passion for art..

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad this is inspiring in some way🙂

[@kmurphy5010]

Thank you. Your video is very pleasant and helpful. I will be rewatching it while I learn.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@mohawk14616]

All I can say is outstanding!!! tips.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you ! Glad this was helpful

[@miss_jissthefreaks5114]

The most useful video about watercolour pencils I’ve seen 🎉❤❤❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you, I'm glad it is useful!

[@d-padqueen1103]

Loved this video, brought some new techniques and reminded me of the great days when I had fun creating images :)

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@swanna24]

Thank you for this variety of technique examples! I already learned so much.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome 🙂

[@SefyFriedman]

Very nice! Bilbo Baggins door is so magical in these paintings

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you! And yes it's a pleasure painting stories like these.

[@nickyhaydenhart8840]

Seeing that tin of pencils brings back the excitement of being a child and opening a brand new tin I was given for a Christmas present!

[@paintingandchocolate]

I also like the smell when opening a new box!

[@Fennerfunnyfarm]

Beautiful painting! I appreciate the tips you've shared

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Shelley 🙂

[@lisahodgson7126]

I LOVE this technique! Thank you for sharing! I am already signed up for skillshare so I will go take your class ☺️ your work is lovely 💖🌻

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Lisa🙂 see you on Skillshare!

[@lisahodgson7126]

@@paintingandchocolate you sure will ☺️ I am currently doing a long set of lessons but have some of yours saved and I will do your fun ones to break up the other one lol. You’re videos are nice to watch ☺️💖🌸

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you 🙂

[@ZarpeParadise]

Definitely saving this for future reference. Some very creative techniques which can also be used for the NeoColor crayons. Thank You♥

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome 🙂

[@leeannfouert9022]

Absolutely beautiful ❤ Loved all your demonstrations. They were most helpful but most of all inspiring 💖 The Hobbit & Fellowship of the Rings.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Lee Ann and that is right 🙂

[@Floraa152]

This was very informative. I feel like sometimes painting videos don’t give helpful information, but this was wonderful. Thank you!! ❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're very welcome!

[@rietharikini3238]

Wauw this is so beautiful. You make it look so easy. Thanks for showing.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome!

[@roselucht4583]

I loved this! Thank you! I have these water color pencils it’s wonderful learning more techniques I can do with them! 💃🏻🎉🎊

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad you did, have fun with them!

[@artwhat..]

Hi.. take away,overwhelmed by the possibilities you have shown.. thanks.. bye'eeee..

[@paintingandchocolate]

Lol I can imagine !

[@WendyInMD]

Great tips! I love the Hobbit doors and all of the texture, dimension, and richness you achieved from he colors.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Wendy!

[@EmeralDQueenTV]

beautiful work, just got these awesome watercolor pencils love the range of colors.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Have fun with them!

[@chrisrasmussen4612]

WOW!!! This is beautiful, thank you.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome

[@WGail]

I love these pretty doors! Thank you for all of the awesome tips. I've only used mine a few times and now I have some great ideas 💡

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad this was helpful🙂

[@llaptoo]

These are the prettiest Hobbit doors I've ever seen 😍 What I also like about WC pencils is that you never loose anything when the tip breaks. Just use the broken part like normal watercolour.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Yes you're right about those broken tips, thank you for reminding 🙂

[@SasoryCantabile]

Wauuu, you really knows how use the watwrpencils! 😮😮😮 Great! I love It

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you, they're a lot of fun!

[@myrnalandersartist]

Your videos are so good!! You explain things so well. I didn't know you could mix gouache with watercolor!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Yes you can 🙂

[@adityachakravarty8141]

Lotr ! Your content is great. Would love some more techniques on detailing using watercolor pencils

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you! I have a watercolor pencil playlist full of detailed videos, this was the first one of many. I hope you enjoy it!

[@safala]

I've now realized that I've not been using the full potential of my watercolor pencils. I have to try them someday. Also, the reason for my multiple comments is that I hope they're better for the engagement than one long one. You're criminally underrated here.

[@paintingandchocolate]

And I thank you very much for it ! Much appreciated !

[@BumblebeeFern]

The Hobbit!! & LotR of course ✨ this video was so inspiring and right up my alley on things I want to paint! I’ve been looking at derwent water color pencils for a while now and wondering if it is worth the plunge, so thank you for making the decision easier!😁

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're very welcome ! Have fun!

[@MrsBarnabas]

@BumblebeeFern : Derwent watercolour pencils aren't nearly as good as good as similarly priced w/c pencils - Caran D'ache Supracolor and Faber Castell's Albrecht Durer, and Staedler Aquarelle, I've been working with W/C pencils for years, and got quite excited when Derwent brought out the current set, and like many ArtTubers, was very disappointed, because they are just not in the same league. Even their original Derwent Signature w/c pencils are nicer than these (I had a full set of these, but most of them are now used up, and I can't replace them, as there's no crossover in colour names with Derwent). I do still use a couple of their colours which I can't get in the other sets, but otherwise, they are set aside in favour of what I already have. I've clicked a 'like' on your comment, so hopefully, you'll get to see this. 😊

[@BumblebeeFern]

@@MrsBarnabas thank you so much for taking the time to write this all out!! Luckily, I still have yet to order 😂 so I will definitely take a look at the brands you listed. I am just getting into watercolor pencils and only have a small set my mother gifted me so I wanted to invest in some that could really perform. Again, I really appreciate you taking the time to reply and give me other/better options! Sweet blessings to you!🤗🥰🐝

[@MrsBarnabas]

@@BumblebeeFern Hi again. You might like to buy a few of the Supracolor and Albrecht Durer open stock, to play with and see how they feel. I enjoy both and use them interchangeably. Try just picking out a few of your most-used ordinary pencil colours and work from there - the cool and warm primaries and some earth tones, plus a black and a white is a good place to begin, and will give you some good mixing choices, either with blending, layering or on some scrap watercolour paper. They don't blend in the same way when dry, as they are pigment based, not oil or wax, but they will blend well with light layering one colour over another. (I use mine as much as a dry medium as a wet one, because there's no 'shine' on them as there is with coloured pencils). This video's a great starting place - doing the examples along with Francoise will give you some good idea of how they work. Always use an ordinary watercolour soft brush to activate them, though, because water brushes tend to be too firm and lift off a lot of pigment. Also, add a couple of drops of glycerine to the water, to improve the dissolving and flow of the pencils' pigments. Your local pharmacy may supply a small bottle they'll make up for you, or look on the supermarket cooking shelves (may be more expensive). I tend to try to help out where I can, especially where watercolour pencils are concerned, because there isn't a great deal of help 'out there' here on ArtTube, or elsewhere for them. I am still picking up tips 25 years on, for that reason, and there are always new things to learn, whatever the medium, I think, and it's fun to pass them on! 😊

[@hannahcrumley3103]

I love your Hobbit doors- I am a total LOTR fan! I have been a watercolor artist for a while and have just recently started experimenting with the pencils- thank you for showing these fun techniques!

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're very welcome 🙂 i'm glad this is useful!

[@katarinaholik]

Nice video, love the spray technique.

[@paintingandchocolate]

It's a fun one yes !

[@deb4908]

I’ve see a few of these tips before but having them all together and so concisely demonstrated is really helpful. I just love your Hobbit doors.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Deb, I'm glad you enjoyed this video🙂

[@rossy3lo]

It's very helpful and beautiful! Love your video!

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad you liked it 🙂

[@kimwright4565]

Your work is always so beautiful ❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Kim!

[@Moebius3D]

These techniques are really useful and inspiring to me, thanks so much for making this video. Your Lord of the rings doors are very inspiring also, I have just recently returned from a trip to New Zealand where we visited the Hobbiton Movie set, and other places that feel like you are visiting Middle Earth for real. such a beautiful place.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Oh wow you have me dream, I'd love to go there so bad 🤩

[@janetlewins3133]

Excellent tutorial video. Many thanks.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome

[@cellix]

Loving all the ideas ❤

[@denicaivanova5602]

Awesome video, you explain great 👍 thank you very much 😊😊😊

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome!

[@conniesadler6543]

I remember these doors well from Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit. I love the magic of activating watercolor pencils, and enjoyed watching it happen to the doors. Also, something I had never tried was spraying with water, and “lifting” with watercolor pencils. Thanks for the wonderful video!

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're very welcome 🙂

[@BrazenSpirituality]

I am enjoying your videos, and learning so much. Thank you!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you so much for the encouragement I appreciate it! Please let me know what you would like to see on my channel, it helps me to create better videos 🙂

[@Vanajaschannel]

This is such an awesome video. Just bought a Faber castell albret pencils. I will try all these techniques.

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad this was helpful, have fun!

[@jackiemorrell2298]

Nice tips, thank you for generously sharing your skills. I do wish you had shown all the little squares images without tape you did like with the door.

[@paintingandchocolate]

It does always look better without the tape for sure.

[@gloricaaxox]

This was really fun to watch 😊thank you ❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome 🙂

[@jameslahey6732]

Thanks for the great tips, love your videos and love those doors

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you so much! I am glad it's inspiring in some way and I appreciate the boost of encouragement from your comment 🙂

[@13Moondancer]

Wow, super, concise tutorial. Your art will grace any wall. I aspire to your standards. Many thanks for taking such valuable time to instruct us mere mortals to attain much improved techniques. I’ve subscribed. The Hobbit doors are magical 🙏

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you so much, I appreciate the encouragement to keep sharing 🙂

[@evelynhorton1914]

Thank you! I was gifted a full set of ink tense pencils and I’m just learning to use them. I would love to do the Hobbit doors!

[@paintingandchocolate]

i'm glad to see this was helpful, enjoy your inktense !

[@Nora-jt9zy]

I loved these beautiful little doors ❤😊

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Nora

[@amyblossom7486]

Really great video! The Hobbit door demonstration showed off the versatility of the watercolor pencil media.

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@filiipa52]

loved how you showed a wide array of uses for each technique, also loved the Hobbit doors!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed

[@Starstudded1000]

Thank you for your inspirational tutorial. Refreshingly different- I learnt a lot ! Magical round doors as in The Hobbit and all the Magical movies Tolkiens series. ❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Dorothea I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@kathyhunter29]

I loved watching what you were doing and painting hobbit doors was just the final magic. Thank you.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@Littlevisser]

Gracias por los consejos! Las puertas son del Señor de los Anillos

[@paintingandchocolate]

De nada, y si son estas puertas🙂

[@rok5532]

Really nice Video!😍😍😍😍

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you, I appreciate it very much as I worked a lot on it 🙂

[@carolefreeman2544]

I love the little Hobbit doors! I learnt so much I this one video about using watercolour pencils. I love your art!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Carole 🙂 I'm glad this was helpful to you!

[@natalie9234]

Wow. Just subscribed. You are so helpful. Merci bien!

[@paintingandchocolate]

De rien 🙂 I'm glad it's helpful!

[@juststartingover2735]

Inktense pencils pigments are fabulous but I could not manage them in pencil form. I will try them again, but until then I got the Inktense paints (set of 24) and they are fabulous! When they dry they are so much more vibrant than regular watercolor.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Oh it sounds like something to try 🙂

[@francesmaguire4351]

A very helpful video, thank you.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@limaceaae]

So instructive. Thank you very much

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@droppelminna5092]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome

[@Loulizabeth]

Lord of The Rings. Just love these films and love your drawings/paintings of them. I'm sharing this video with some friends who both love these films and art as well. And of course the Hobbit films as well.

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed the video🙂

[@siwka1095]

Great tips! Thank you!❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome ! 🙂

[@binathere2574]

This is such a great video, thank you very much

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it !

[@HirundoArvensis]

I don't really watch tutorials as of late, since I'm quite busy with other things and don't have time to do much art, but I'm really glad I've found your channel. This medium feels to always be a bit less known by the artists I've spoken with, and so underappreciated. This is a really nice guide! Also, I did have an impression that was inspired by The Hobbit or the Lord of The Rings, so I'm happy I was right :)

[@paintingandchocolate]

Yes you were 🙂 and yes I don't know why this medium isn't more popular!

[@HirundoArvensis]

@@paintingandchocolate Thank you for replying! And, same, honestly! It's so versatile.

[@rainbowandrose]

wonderful tips, thank you :)

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@lulabelle33]

I found this very helpful. Thx

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome!

[@doralevitt2879]

Great video - thank you! 🤗💗🕊️🌹

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@anastasiarose3800]

I love the hobbit door! Very enchanting. You're so talented!

[@paintingandchocolate]

Thank you Anastasia 🙂

[@HeliathusArt]

Thank you, this was so useful❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome 🙂

[@Sh-ol2wy]

I dabble in every art and craft and finally tried water coloring painting the other day. Doesn’t seem like I would ever get the hang of it though. pencils seems more my style but I didn’t even know such a thing existed in water color. Can’t wait to try this! Any suggestions on brands for a beginner? That’s not crazy expensive

[@paintingandchocolate]

I am glad this helped ! I hear Staedtler Karat is good but haven't tried and Arteza expert seem fine 🙂 expect maybe a bit less pigment the cheaper they are, more easily breakable and less blendable to some degree (compared to the pricy ones).

[@Sh-ol2wy]

@@paintingandchocolate ok thanks. I understand that with them being a cheaper set. What is your favorite brand that you use?

[@paintingandchocolate]

@@Sh-ol2wy so far i enjoy faber castell albrecht durer and derwent inktense, and i just ordered the Staedtler !

[@Sapfir69]

Отличное видео. Много нового. Благодарю.

[@Jade.Azeneth]

Thank you so so much!!! ❤

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@deni9626]

They are hobbit houses, I can see Frodo coming out soon....lovely, new subscriber here. I just learned more than I have from ANY of the various watercolor pencil artists....very good. And just beautiful, wish I could live in one.

[@paintingandchocolate]

I'm happy to hear this, thank you. I would also love a hobbit house but as an art studio!🙂

[@Larimuss]

Wow great ideas thanks.

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome !

[@Rockaholiker]

thank you so much, this was super helpful =)

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome🙂

[@stephaniemartin4873]

I’m pretty sure the door is from The Hobbit. This was my 1st time watching your channel & I really enjoyed it. I’m so glad I found it! Thank you

[@paintingandchocolate]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂 and yes for the hobbit!