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

Beginner watercolour techniques. If you’re just starting to paint in watercolour then this video will help you to understand how to make and adjust soft and hard edges. This is a very important element of painting in watercolour. Creating a balance between hard and soft edges can help you to create successful watercolour paintings.
I show you how to soften watercolour edges that you've made on dry paper and also how to correct edges that have dried darker than you wanted them to be.
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[@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.

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

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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.

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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!

[@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!

[@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.

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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!

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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!

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

[@nancydavis14]

You are the BEST watercolor Instructor, Thanks

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thanks very much Nancy 💛.

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

[@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. 💕

[@tessellatiaartilery8197]

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

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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.

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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 !

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

[@Cre-Art]

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

[@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.

[@NinaHansen2008]

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

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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 ❤

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

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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.

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

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Clear and helpful explanation! 💗

[@almasseven5665]

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

[@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. ❤💜💙

[@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]

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[@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.

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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.

[@laurenchang5033]

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

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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 : )

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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.

[@MsMonika59]

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

[@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. ❤️

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You are an excellent teacher!

[@BarbaraMarini]

Very very helpful and clear tutorial! Thanks a lot!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Barbara. Thank you.

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

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A really good demonstration. Thank you.

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Very well explained. Thanks so much dear.

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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

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

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you!

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

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I get so much from your insights! Than you!

[@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!

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

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[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

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

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure Henke. Thank you!

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

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much. 💕

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

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Благодарю за урок! Практично и вдохновляюще.

[@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.

[@raph1111111]

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

[@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.

[@danielmoraes6001]

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

[@wigglypaw]

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

[@arabesquejacob8176]

So helpful ! Thank you for your time ! 😍

[@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. 💜

[@cindymccann3753]

Omygoodness. this video answered all my questions. thanks!

[@cyndalcarter]

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

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Such a high quality content! Thank you so much!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure! Thank you Aline.

[@lydiabosley9152]

Very clear and well-demonstrated, thank you!

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So simply explained Louise ,thank you for sharing.

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this answered many of my questions as a beginner. Thank you so much! Patreon here I come! 😁

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Absolutely one of the greatest!

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Brilliant helpful tips. Thank you x

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Beautiful

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Thank you very much.

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Thank you!

[@dentnar4609]

Excelente!!!Gracias!!

[@dbald8]

This is extremely helpful. I do get dark edges and now I know why. Thank you.

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Thank you!!

[@gracegrace4116]

Thank you,

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Thank you so much for the tips!!

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

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

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

[@jjjenjen78]

This was really helpful! Thank 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.

[@dianablakeman9361]

Extremely helpful! Thanks

[@mouduttabasu3814]

beautiful painting!

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Another fab tutorial thank you. X

[@ruffeyx]

im so grateful for this video as im still struggling with this technic particularly. thank you!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure and thank you Ruffey!

[@alliehartom5978]

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

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Such great teaching! The best. Thanks.

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you Jane!

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

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Louise thank you so much for this tutorial I've learned a lot of things!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure David. I'm glad! Thank you.

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Lol....growing steadily! Thank you Heidi!!

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Very helpful. Thank you Louise!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure! Thanks again.

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Thank you, thank you!

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Well done! You are a great teacher!

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you!

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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.

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Fantastico grazie 🙏

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Il piacere è tutto mio. Grazie!

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You are an amazing artist and artworks are so beautiful 😍very helpful 😊 Thank you so much for sharing this ❤

[@LouiseDeMasi]

Thank you very much Sowmya.

[@janevincent7103]

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

[@crazyrafaela]

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

[@LouiseDeMasi]

My pleasure! Thank you very much. xx

[@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.