Understanding Watercolor Edges - Hard & Soft // Beginner Watercolor Techniques

[@LouiseDeMasi]

If there are any particular watercolour techniques you'd like me to do a tutorial on please let me know in the comments below.

[@tongwang8281]

Thanks very much for your the beautiful skills showing to us. It is very helpful. I would like to learn how to paint loose peony flower please. There are in full bloom in my garden. I would love to try painting them. Thanks very much 🌹

[@twicebittenthasme5545]

Do have suggestions for those of us working with a tight budget? Items such as equitable substitutes for materials and equipment. What is the better environment to accomplish a decent piece? Choices for lighting, etc.? I have a plethora of questions regarding framing and preserving a finished painting and of methods of storing and displaying, and so on... Thank you, again, for sharing!

[@kdmylove]

Could you do a cat please Louise? You're so gifted. Hope you're keeping in better health

[@trishc.4913]

Have you done a watercolour tutorial using wet on wet with "triad" colors or "intuitive" colors? I am a beginner but I have seen this a few times on other KZbin artists such as Anna Mason or Andrew Geeson. Love to see one by you.

[@lorihanby6733]

I would love to see how you would paint something like a bull moose and a horse. So often their coats have such a uniform color that finding highlights and low lights can be hard as well as being able to communicate fur and hair textures. Thank you for so willingly sharing your talent and experience!

[@begosanchezfotografia9304]

Very well explained. Thanks so much dear.

[@Jenny-yl2hw]

Being a beginner, I found hard and soft edges mystifying. Thanks to your wonderful tutorial I am able to understand the process. Your art is truly breathtaking!

[@GratefulThird]

This is, unequivocally, the best how to KZbin video I have ever watched (and I’ve watched thousands). Full of detailed, useful information and wonderfully helpful examples. Thank you SO much, Louise!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you so much Anne. It's very kind of you. I'm glad it was helpful to you. 💕

[@hemmerable]

Possibly one of your best tutorials! You are so generous with information thank you! This has me seeing and correcting a few habits I've fallen into. Listening to you intentionally choose a combination of hard and soft edges was wonderful😁

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Heather. Thank you!

[@abhagupta9321]

👍🌺💞

[@erikatrinidad1761]

Clear and helpful explanation! 💗

[@nydiaroman9714]

Louise you are a wonderful teacher! Your watercolor painting techniques adds professional worth to the artful composition ( so pleasant to the admirer's eye). Thank you for sharing your expertise !

[@don9133]

Hi Louise, been here a few times and each time I visit, I learn more and more.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

That's so good to know. Thanks Don.

[@07leisr]

Thank for all these helpful tips. This is the only youtube video that does not concentrate in softselling watercolor materials. I love how you are really sharing your art. ❤💜💙

[@Levongrova]

I wish you had been my art teacher in school 🥺 thank you for this amazingly informative video!

[@sherriewebber2502]

I learned more about watercolor edges and water control from this 15 minute video than the previous 10 videos on edges that I've watched on other channels. Some people are artists and some can teach but Louise De Masi is wonderful at both. I'm so fortunate to have found her channel!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Wonderful! Thanks so much Sherrie. ❤️

[@wigglypaw]

i like the sap used over the yellow for more brightness. And that scarlet lake! Wow!

[@irmareitz701]

Thank you! I love the way you explain so clearly when you demonstrate how to do things. I’m really enjoying your tutorials.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much Irma.

[@lindy2164]

Oh my goodness.........you are AMAZING. Thank you for being so precise with your explanations.

[@emmaridley_youtube]

Thanks Louise for the helpful advice. Also your watercolour paintings are AMAZING! Must take alot of patience and practise to produce such clean and vibrant work- especially the dark background with pink bird gives lovely effect ;)

[@sand5099]

Those are amazing videos. You're not only an stunning artist but also a great teacher. The same patience you spend on your drawings go into your explanations. I could follow very well and learned a lot. Thank you!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

I'm glad. Thank you!

[@deborahthompson3847]

Good photography high resolution. Clear and concise explanation s with examples....very much appreciated.

[@pilarrubio7774]

Bonjour et bonne année,grand merci a vous pour toutes ces merveilleuses aquarelles 👏❤️😘

[@MLGeb]

You are an amazing teacher and what a great quality of the video, especially the edition! Thank you!

[@catclark9488]

Your tutorials are brilliant because you take the time to explain the reasons WHY you do or don't do certain things. When you know the reasons WHY to do (or not to do) something then it all makes sense!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thanks Terry.

[@CLAllder]

Thank you. I think I finally understand why even my hard edges come out soft and blurry and just messy looking. This is such a helpful video. Will be checking out the rest of your channel.

[@DottieStanley]

Excellent video! I am changing my Patreon membership to the top tier today! I learn so much from your videos. Thank you for sharing your talents with us. Your voice and filming are top notch! I especially love the bloopers!

[@astridrios1155]

Thank you so much!!!!! I've been struggling with all of the things you discussed here and after extensive research, your videos finally explained exactly the problem and exactly the solution!! No other video I've watched has been able to so clearly explain all of this. Instant fan ❤

[@BarbaraMarini]

Very very helpful and clear tutorial! Thanks a lot!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Barbara. Thank you.

[@LifenaDay525]

Thank you so much for sharing your gift with the world. These videos are not only educational, but also reduces anxiety. Going to begin painting straight away.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

That's wonderful! Thank you very much.

[@izzikiddo]

Your demonstrations are so clear and informative. What a sweet and smart lady :) Thank you for sharing your observations!

[@skippythemagnificent8103]

wow, you are as acomplished as an artist as you are as a teacher, love the artistry in your work and I really appreciate your detailed and considered instruction, thank you so much for sharing : )

[@nancydavis14]

You are the BEST watercolor Instructor, Thanks

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thanks very much Nancy 💛.

[@tessellatiaartilery8197]

Wonderful watercolor tutorial. Thank you very much for your excellent teaching and beautiful inspiring artwork.

[@kayeashton2818]

Wow, so many areas of potential slip ups covered. I learnt a few things I was wondering about including a bit of the science as well. Thanks.

[@janeosborne165]

I enjoy all your videos but this is the one I keep coming back to rewatch.You are so thorough in your demonstration of soft edges and I often see something that I missed the first time around. Thank you so much.

[@Cre-Art]

Thank you for the excellent demonstration and explanations. Lovely paintings with nice care to details. 😀

[@JosefinaH33]

Louise de Masi you are the best !!! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@janlloyd7246]

best explanation of hard and soft edges and I have watched a ton of tutorials. Glad that I came across your tutorial. I will be watching all of them from now on.

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you so much! That was extremely helpful. I watch the video twice and took notes, making examples as you talked.

[@henkenelsemiekesipkes4574]

If I could ever paint like you........ Thank you for all tutorials! They help me getting better.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Henke. Thank you!

[@dianec4356]

Slowly, steady, clearly tutorial I ever seen. You are are great artist as well as teacher. Thank you for sharing your tips and guidance. Love your works lots! I have no fear of making mistakes and application! Thanks and thanks!

[@susankeable6201]

Love to draw the pansies. Thank you for giving this Canadian cowgirl confidence with watercolours.

[@lindas.martin2806]

Excellent video, the best on edges I have seen in years. Your videos are a new discovery for me, thank you so much for the effort you put into making them!

[@almasseven5665]

I will learn and learn id never feel enough about watercolor skills, thanks regards Almas

[@dkatz7430]

You are awesome. My teacher does not teach us like you did.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you!

[@dkatz7430]

Louise De Masi what is the difference between your YT channel teachings and Skillshare teachings?

[@happyprat2624]

First class tutorial! Thank you! You explain and demonstrate intent, and pitfalls, and what-ifs so well. Honestly, I could not ask for more! And to come away without any extra questions proves what a thorough teaching job you've done. And as a freebie youtube video as well! Outstanding! Cannot thank you enough!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

You're very kind. I'm so pleased you are enjoy them. It makes my time making them so much more worthwhile. Thank you also for always taking the time comment. It's very much appreciated. x

[@laurenchang5033]

Great technic for me, helps me to adjust my picture, love you Louise :)

[@MsMonika59]

Fantastic presentation, your explanation was easy to understand. Thank you very much 😊

[@rkagencyssanddistributors4055]

Mam I watching you from India I really like's your explanations

[@raph1111111]

I've always struggled with my edges . This is very helpful, thank you so much. Your voice is sooooo perfect for teaching art!

[@carolinazamorano8638]

Te veo desde el extremo sur de América en Chile en una ciudad casi al fin del continente y me maravilla tu experiencia, la belleza de tus obras y el compartir todo ello. Gracias

[@epboe7100]

Thank you soooo much!! That was very well explained and I finally got it! 😀👍

[@saraswathigurram9783]

Thank you so much for your wonderful videos on water color tips n techniques so beautiful you are doing 🙏

[@cyndalcarter]

This video has totally changed the way I paint! Thank you so much for helping me avoid unwanted hard edges. 💕

[@salliewhitney5889]

Thanks so much-super valuable content. I am real excited to try out your soft edge background technique. Makes so much sense to do it your way.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Sallie. That's great! Thank you.

[@lorihanby6733]

Excellent video! The part where you explain laying down the water then keeping the paint within that and away from the edge for the soft edge was a light bulb moment for me! Thank you! I hadn't ever conscientiously done that before. Can't wait to give it a try!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

That's great Lori. Thank you for letting me know. 💜

[@danielmoraes6001]

I am enjoying a lot to watch your videos, very detailed axplanation... on every step of the way. Thank you!!!

[@walker2837]

A really good demonstration. Thank you.

[@agggienice]

I can't decide which I love more; your wonderful step-by-step videos, or your bloopers! LOL. Thank you for sharing your exceptional work.

[@ann-marielofberg1159]

So fantastic and clear, no doubts and showing what happens when you this or that and how to do to get it as I want.

[@gracegrace4116]

You are an excellent teacher!

[@MuhammadIqbal-dp2es]

Very sweet sound and sweet sweet images. I like what you have done

[@janevincent7103]

Louise, your rose painting is the most gorgeous one I've ever seen. You have spectacular talent. TFS. XOXOJane

[@joynash452]

Just watched your lovely video tour of your lovely painting room. What a lovely view you have it’s spectacular. I also use one of my bedrooms as a painting room as children have left home. You are a lucky girl and your paintings are beautiful, thanks Louise for sharing, enjoy your painting in that beautiful art room.

[@juliekreis7]

I get so much from your insights! Than you!

[@jesssmiles]

At last! I've had so many questions answered in you tutorial. THANK YOU - watching youtube tutorials can be so frustrating when people repeat the same 'techniques' over and over without putting them in the context of an actual artwork, and you've done just that. Superb :)

[@LouiseDeMasi]

I'm so glad! Thank you Jess.

[@robynbuttsworth5590]

excellent, well explained in detail, thats what im looking for. thankyou

[@pamelamorfin1664]

Thank you !!!!!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Pamela! Thank you :-)

[@sueshanks9447]

Thank you for trouble-shooting so many things that happen that we don't know why. Now we know ! Good to know how to correct our mistakes too !

[@gwheadhunters7998]

My good ness !! your paintings are as beautiful as your voice n you !! You are nice teacher...Guide....!!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much. 💕

[@pilasumana4410]

I am amazed at your teaching process as well as your talent

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much Pilas. That's a lovely compliment 💜.

[@alliehartom5978]

This is amazingly helpful, thank you so much! Also, I am stunned at the quality of your art, you have a tremendous gift!

[@elensork]

Благодарю за урок! Практично и вдохновляюще.

[@crazyrafaela]

Thank you so much Louise for all the effort you put in your videos. 💛

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure! Thank you very much. xx

[@cindymccann3753]

Omygoodness. this video answered all my questions. thanks!

[@KateintheDesert]

Thank you so much for your shared knowledge and talent. Being a novice watercolorist your tips are greatly appreciated. I am learning so much by watching your videos. Again thank you.

[@arabesquejacob8176]

So helpful ! Thank you for your time ! 😍

[@flipsyde84]

Thank you for this video, I was looking up a different issue but this video has solved others as well :)

[@coloringwithd]

This was very helpful. I really like the demonstrations. Makes so much sense. I'm thinking I need to make a bunch of squares on paper and try and replicate the errors and then correct them or improve on them. Thank you for the video ♥♥♥

[@clairevoutsinas1991]

So simply explained Louise ,thank you for sharing.

[@Songbird514]

Thanks for the tutorial, you are a very good instructor! I love your rose painting, would really appreciate a tutorial on how you captured the light and shadow so beautifully.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thanks very much Corinna. I'll put it on my list of topics.

[@Zoomfreaky]

Thank you for this clear video on one of the most difficult things in watercolor. Love the way you teach. And love your work. Especially your colors and the way you use texture. You make me wanna practise and go paint. So thanxxx again, hope to see a lot more. Am bingewatching you on Skillshare, but these short video's I enjoy even more. So much info in such a short time! Keep up the good work.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you Bojoura! I'm glad you are inspired. 💕

[@ottie1954]

Very thankful and ready to have...a new start in watercolors ☺ As to suggestions you asked for, maybe I could suggest alpine flowers and wildflowers 🍀🌼 Thanks again and geetings from the Alps 🦅🌲🌲

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much.

[@constellations9258]

wonderful tutorial...........thank you so much!

[@dianablakeman9361]

Extremely helpful! Thanks

[@christineellis9943]

Another great video. Looking forward to trying it out when it’s on Patreon. Thanks Louise x

[@Linda-qq5mg]

Thank you very much for all of your wonderful techniques in regard to soft and hard edges. This is very helpful!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Linda. Thank you!

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Another fab tutorial thank you. X

[@alinecomed]

Such a high quality content! Thank you so much!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure! Thank you Aline.

[@cathymikequimbyquimby7315]

Very helpful. Thank you Louise!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure! Thanks again.

[@Mien_]

I was having so much trouble understanding soft and hard edges. Thank you so much for this tutorial 💙

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Ana. Thank you.

[@mouduttabasu3814]

beautiful painting!

[@Red_Rebel]

Absolutely one of the greatest!

[@janenewman6601]

Such great teaching! The best. Thanks.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you Jane!

[@sj6257]

Thank you so much for the tips!!

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

Looks great, Louise! Thanks for sharing! xo

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Hi Jenna! Thank you very much. I hope little Myles is letting you get enough sleep. xx

[@goldbox9376]

greatest guide line....

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you Mahesh!

[@johnkamerling6156]

Your tutorial was right on time. I have been thinking about painting a floral painting, you are the greatest. Also if possible could you do a tutorial on autumn leaves? Much appreciated thank you.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

That's great John. Autumn leaves.....no problem. Thank you!

[@Roslyngal]

john kamerling this is a particularly good idea now, cos so many of the watercolour tutors I subscribe to are on the opposite side of the world, and it’s all spring/summer themes at the moment. We need some autumn/winter palettes and subjects Down Under!

[@twicebittenthasme5545]

Superb instructional! Actually piqued my interest in trying watercolors as an genuine alternative to my preferred oils. Your work is absolutely stunning. One more grateful subscriber here. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much! I hope you do.

[@carlaa.1617]

Thank you so much Louise for sharing all your techniques with us. I am so enjoying watching your videos! You are an excellent teacher and wonderful artist. I really want to soften the way I paint in watercolours as I paint with my watercolours very like I do when I use coloured pencils and it is hard to tell the difference between the 2 mediums. I learned how to paint in watercolour using botanical art techniques but I also love it when watercolour looks like watercolour. I will need to do my best to hold back and not paint everything I see.😂 I have been watching all your videos and your artwork is very beautiful and inspirational. I love your youtube channel and I also follow you on Instagram.🙏💞

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much Carla. I love detail but, like you, not so much detail that you can no longer tell that it's watercolour. Thank you for taking the time to write. xx

[@mlk1965]

I can't add much more to what other viewers have said, but brilliant and thanks!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thanks very much Jill!

[@morebacon1780]

You are really starting to become my favorite KZbin Channel. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@CobyBurns]

Wonderful! Your tutorials are full of helpful tips and your voice is so calming! Looking forward to watching more of your videos Louise. 😊

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thanks very much Coby!

[@DorieMagee]

Thank you, thank you!

[@kuqha6886]

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