Watercolor Basics: How to Paint Simple Leaves

[@aqvatali]

Thank you for showing it very slowly and in detail! 🙏🌿

[@heroicwatercoloring]

this was nothing new to me but still i found this video to be entertaining and educating! 😊 I like to think that I'll never be too experienced as an artist to sometimes go back to basics ❤

[@o_oo.oo3o]

this vid made me calm and peaceful. It was very helpful also, thank you.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I'm so glad, thank you for the feedback!

[@PPMOCRG]

I enjoyed watching it too.

[@drawingmaza503]

I also paint with watercolors and colored pencils. It was so good to be able to learn another style of watercolor while watching your video.

[@skyeblue6834]

Thank you so much for taking time out to show us how to go about painting leaves

[@creamy0bear]

this is SUCH a huge help for beginners! thank you so much! :)

[@blondiesque_8237]

Thank you so much, I would have never known to add red to green. Been struggling forever with leaves and stalks to make it the right color.. Thank you!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Greens are tricky! I'm so glad this was a helpful tutorial for you. :)

[@Jeon__gogh]

Gosh I love ur voice! U should become an art teacher! So the students can learn watercolor with love!

[@heenab4898]

Wow this was so beautiful... I always wanted to learn watercolor. You made it look so simple and easy . I wish to paint sunsets and sunrise through water colors and I hope I will some day. Thank You. As of now I am doing sketching coloring and canvas painting.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you! I'm posting a new class on Skillshare tomorrow all about painting landscapes - and I teach how to paint sunrises and sunsets. :)

[@taraelmegreen5527]

I love this! I've always wanted to learn and I've not found an instructor who's going ahead and show detail and explained it as you have. For examplefor example you had the blob of paint at the bottom of that first leaf and instead of worrying about the blob drying I see exactly how it just incorporated into the picture you were trying to create. I can't wait to watch more of your videos I love the way your voice is very calm and beautiful and your technique looks amazing thank you for being online God bless you. Tara in Oklahoma

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you so much Tara! That's very kind of you to say.

[@katew3891]

I love watercolours so much. I have always loved to draw and doodle but felt myself getting anxious and frustrated (I know it's dumb) because I felt limited. With watercolours it feels so freeing if that makes sense. Anyway! Great video. Thanks for the tips. :)

[@FadedRoseStoriesFairyTales]

You are a real treat to the ear. The format is so calm and the technique is top notch. Just lovely!

[@Taitcreates639]

Excellent knowledge of leaves as well as color mixing. Loved it! Tfs

[@christinecloutier4015]

Just what I was looking for. Thank You

[@tsai-nichiang8121]

Thank you for making picking back up the paintbrush a therapeutic experience for me!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I'm so glad!

[@lalanellie8396]

Who would have thought that simple leaves could be sooooo beautiful! Love your video 🌱😊

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you like it!

[@kenziefonnesbeck99]

Thank you for reminding me where to start as a lefty😅 years of painting and I think that is why I hate painting plants lol

[@veroklassmann654]

very good strokes! It looks so easy. I will try.What I miss is a leave that has another perspective, like rolled up on one side.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you! It gets easier with lots of practice!

[@katew9188]

Thank you so much for making this video! 🙋🏻‍♀️I'm a newbie artist and you took my painting to the next level

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you for your feedback, Kate! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for being here! :)

[@erikangabonzima1627]

This is so pretty! Im so much into leave-floral-botanical art right now.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you! I love botanical art as well!

[@liaknijnik1330]

Best video ever!!! Thank you so much !!!

[@artifexmom3824]

That’s so cute and thanks for sharing your awesome tutorial. I love it!☺️💕👍🏻 Hello 👋🏻 I’m your newest follower.☺️👍🏻 God bless and please keep safe always.☺️🙏🏻

[@julianeweber5110]

This tutorial makes meI wanna practice right now. What a pitty that I have to go to bed. :D

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Haha i know that feeling all too well! Hopefully you get to paint today. :) Thanks for being here!

[@cary1503]

Super video-you make leaves come to life..In terms of brushes ,do I need to buy a Round or a Pointed round?

[@PaletteAdventure]

Thank you for this! I know how to draw (atleast) but I lack techniques so this has really been helpful.

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

Great stuff, thank you Caitlin!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thanks Jenna! I’m a huge fan of yours so that means a lot! ❤️

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

@@caitlinsheffer3987 Aw, thanks love! xo

[@elizabethshannon100]

Thanks, for making this video, it helped me improve my brush stokes. I think you are a beautiful painter. Liz

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you, Liz! You are so kind to say that. I'm glad you've been able to improve!

[@rebeccaprizer7881]

I have been struggling with leaves so much! This was great! Thank you :)

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Leaves are so tricky, but get easier with time! Thanks for being here! I'm so glad you liked the video.

[@notvangogh]

I just found you! Am so happy! Leaves are so hard and you make them look so easy! If you could tell us what size brushes you use for each one that would be awesome. I’m so new it’s hard to tell which one you are using. I dont have them all but would be nice for reference

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Absolutely! I'll be sure to do that in future videos. I'm so glad you're here! :)

[@Dedaskitchen]

Thank you- great video on different techniques & color.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you for your feedback! I'm so glad you like the video.

[@AmreenMArts]

this video so simple and clear I love it! if you haven't can you please do a painting items collections and which paints you use videos? thank you!!!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

That's a great idea! I do cover this in my Skillshare class - you can get 2 free months of access to all classes with this link: skl.sh/2DQbYFY (if you don't want to continue the membership just cancel before the two months are up! It's really easy to do. :)

[@iqratariq7751]

hey! i love your videos theyre so helpful can you just mention the brushes name and brand and also which water colors do you usually use.. Thank you

[@hookedANDyarned]

thank u so much 😭 im making pretty leaves now 😘

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you for following along - more videos coming soon. :)

[@gracegrace4116]

Thanks very much for this, you are a good teacher.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you! I appreciate that kind comment! :)

[@OsaMañosa-d4y]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gemmacalimeri886]

Just found you channel and subscribed. So excited to be watching your wonderful tutorials.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thanks so much! I'm so happy to have you here. :)

[@ayishaparveen7039]

I love your paintings, although I just need to get the transparency of the paint right... I’m new here so I don’t know if there are any previous videos on those, if u could just show me that would be great!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Welcome!! It's so nice to have you here. I will keep that in mind when coming up with new content. I'm creating a class for Skillshare that will be posted this week that talks a lot about transparency and layering. I'll share that when it's ready! :)

[@Iloveanime2440]

this help me my art project

[@marializzi7286]

I love it,thanks for teaching me ,beautiful and understand still not speaking English

[@カバルナハンナミツチ]

Thank you. This is helpful!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@constancegordon-webster7262]

Thanks for the video - it was well done and very helpful! 🤠

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you, Constance! I appreciate the feedback. Thanks for being here!

[@sarahhooker3023]

Just found your channel and I absolutely love your style! Great tutorials for a beginner like me. Would you mind sharing where you found your beautiful glass jar?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Sarah! Thank you so much for being here! I am so glad you enjoy the videos. I got the jar at Hobby Lobby and found it online here: www.hobbylobby.com/Home-Decor-Frames/Decor-Pillows/Jars-Vases/Ornate-Glass-Jar-With-Wood-Lid---Small/p/80827956

[@SojournItaly]

What a huge help, thank you!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I'm so glad you liked it!

[@Seda.Y.6]

It really helped, thank you so much 🌻🌼

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I'm so glad! Thank you for watching and for taking the time to let me know. It means the world to me! :)

[@Seda.Y.6]

Caitlin Sheffer my pleasure🌸

[@TheBestfilmseveruk]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@SusanLS08]

Very beautiful.

[@DianeHubertPrettyPinkCottage]

Lovely and very helpful. thank you

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I'm so glad! Thanks for being here!

[@michelzabethmills]

Great tutorial 👍 look forward to next one

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you, Michelle! I'll be posting more this month!

[@EnjoyDrawingwithMary]

Beautiful leaves paintings :) Thank you for this lovely tutorial :) One new support from me 👍😊 I hope that we will become friends. Have a nice day 😊 ❤️

[@stilllife3975]

Thank you for this 🌿

[@ermajaramillo7815]

Very nice. Very Helpful

[@rhiannon282000]

Which kind of brushes do you use in this tutorial ? You have very useful tips!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you for watching! I use Princeton Heritage brushes :)

[@QuickWorksBeauty]

What sizes?

[@shellywest2414]

What is your music in the background? I love it! Thanks so much for this great tutorial!!! I have learned so much! Love your greens!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Shelly! That is a great question! I wish I could remember - I purchased it from a royalty free music website. If I happen to find the name I will get back to you. And I'm so glad you liked the tutorial and that you learned a lot. So happy to have you here!

[@colorfultoysreview9703]

I love your videos! You have a new sub!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thanks so much!

[@menestralarteypintura3981]

gracias por la enseñanza

[@blackcat138]

That was really helpful. Thank you.

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

You're most welcome! Thank you for being here. :)

[@madydaby]

P A I N T M E A L E A F

[@judilynangel8463]

Thank you for this 💖

[@skyelorspacex]

This made me smile and today wasn’t the best but just a Paint Me A Leaf helped 😂

[@zhangmeng4293]

Really helpful for beginner 💐

[@nancydalessandro5190]

Hi! Can you tell me where the exercise sheet is from? Is that from one of your tutorials? Thanks!

[@peggycichos9837]

I just found your channel and enjoyed this video. I have a question about the practice sheet you showed at 1:19 Is that an exercise that is part of the course? I think that looks helpful. Thanks

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

That is correct! I show you six practice exercises to work on brush control. We draw boxes on watercolor paper and then I guide you through the steps. I hope that helps! :)

[@Skinnychelle48]

Beautiful, thank u! What brush are u using, the red handled brush?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Yvette! Thanks so much for watching! I use the Princeton Heritage series round brushes. :)

[@Whitepaper_Art]

Your picture is very different ~♡

[@sooart5333]

beautiful~!!

[@cyhomer]

So..i’m going to be painting very tiny leaves..probably with the #2 brush..is this a ‘round’ brush?...what type?? TY

[@paolainnocenti8863]

bellissime!

[@lesliethompson4588]

Great tutorial!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you!

[@driquemanon6824]

Hi! Which kind of brush do you have? I have trouble to find the good one! Thanks

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi! My favorite brushes are the Princeton Heritage 4050 Series round brushes. I most often use sizes 2, 6, 10, 12.

[@darrenfromla]

confused! your very first stroke leaves no dark spot where the stem ends and the leaf begins when you begin pushing down on the brush. I can't seem to do that. Also! the second stroke begins slightly over the first stroke and leaves a nice darker spot there. It's as if your first stroke has already dried. How in the world is that happening?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

This might have to do with your paper, or how much water you have on your brush! Puddling usually occurs when there's an excess of water OR if the paper isn't absorbing the water (happens with hot pressed paper).

[@موسيقى-ف5ي]

Perfect

[@beckygibbs6473]

Thx for sharing. In USA

This is great! :3

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thanks!

[@r.kphotostudiorajkumar9131]

Ossum I like it

[@Rubylove48]

May you pls list the sizes of the brushes used? When I click on the link it only size 6. Thank youuuuu

[@rosapillon]

Maravilha!!!!!! Parabéns !!!! Qual é o nome desse pincel ???? Moro no Brasil,,

[@ClaudioNarra]

Thank you very much !!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

You are most welcome!

[@diannajohnston4558]

Please recommend a good beginner brush set and paint set

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Dianna! I'm working on putting together a beginners supply list. I'll share that when it's ready. In the meantime, I do have a video all about supplies you can check out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWSrXneGed2ilZY

[@Diamonddusted68]

Is there a way to avoid a blunt end. My leaves are looking stumpy at the very end.

[@katies8080]

Great tutorial - would've liked commentary throughout video, but background music was relaxing. Will have to try this one day.

[@gorgeousasma]

Wow keep up the good work.. i also paint but not as good as u

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thank you so much 😀

[@handsathome]

The class isn't free. The site asked me to create an account and enter my credit card information. Is the link wrong?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi there! I'm sorry for the confusion! You can gain access for 2 months on Skillshare for free with this link: skl.sh/2DQbYFY - you just need to cancel your membership before the two months are up! It's a little bit of a pain but it's easy to do and nice to take any class you want for 2 months. :)

[@liamyansrol1285]

Hi Caitlin, what brush are you using? tia xx

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Liam! I use the Princeton Heritage series. You can find one here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0008DWXRW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=emeraldivy-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B0008DWXRW&linkId=6b160c2d07f756d84923583d77a7973a My most used sizes are 0, 6, 10, 12. Hope that helps!

[@victorialoftis2906]

Awesomeness

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thanks, Victoria!

[@catherinengo4808]

hello! nice tutorial, what watercolors do u use? :)

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

That's a great question - I mostly use Winsor & Newton professional watercolors, but I also use some of the less expensive "Master's Touch" brand sold at Hobby Lobby. :)

[@catherinengo4808]

Cate Sheffer thank you!

[@diyanosha.k7161]

Thank you so much

[@artblogger9727]

Good!

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thanks!

[@candicardinal7536]

so I want to do an aspen grove composition using a lot of small yellow leaves. How can I do that so that its somewhat defined and not blotchy?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Candis! That is a great question! Two things came to my mind - the first is that you could layer them - so paint some of the leaves (not fully opaque, you want them somewhat transparent) and let them dry. Then layer a new level of leaves on top, let it dry, and repeat. Do as many times as you'd like! This is an excellent exercise in layering which can be tricky to master. You can also paint it all in one layer and go in with a drawing pen or pencil and add detail that way. I like to do that sometimes! :) Best of luck!

[@parikhyanaboruah2314]

Thank you so much for sharing this amazing video! Btw can you please tell me the name of this paper?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

It's the Fabriano Artistico Cold Pressed block extra white :)

[@parikhyanaboruah2314]

Cate Sheffer Thank you so much ☺

[@ashamaree369]

May I ask what brushes you are using here?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Ashley! They are the Princeton Heritage series - various round sizes! You can get them at Blick. :)

[@TOPLICHSU]

ncie painting

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

thank you!

[@tinalustig2346]

What size brush are you using?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi! What is the time stamp? I switch between an 8, 16, 2, and 6 :)

[@phredbookley183]

At about 6:30, you say that you have it on a block? What does that mean? (Yes, I am a total newb. Haha.)

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

You can buy paper in loose sheets, or on a block which just means it has a glue/gum on the edges to keep them together. You just use a knife or sharp edge to remove the page when you’re done!

[@phredbookley183]

Caitlin Sheffer ohh. Gotcha. Thank you! :-)

[@carolmcbrideonline]

What size round brush are you using here?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi! What is the time stamp? I switch between an 8, 16, 2, and 6 :)

[@jillqqzhou]

what brand is your brush?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Princeton Heritage Round :) I love them and wholeheartedly endorse them!

[@dieuquynh6515]

Nice

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Thanks!

[@SewWhittle]

What kind of paints are you Using?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi Sheila! That's a great question - I mostly use Winsor & Newton professional watercolors, but I also use some of the less expensive "Master's Touch" brand sold at Hobby Lobby. :)

[@JessicaSantos-ip6tx]

💖🌷🌟

[@harizo4180]

Сексуальный голос!💜💜💞💖💕💖💞💜🌎🌻🇷🇺🌠🌠

[@natalienatalie1377]

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@browncmz1]

what size brush?

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

I switch out sizes throughout the video, but most common are size 2, 6, 10, and 12. :)

[@KK-wq3uz]

wha colours do you use

[@caitlinsheffer3987]

Hi there! In this video I'm using mostly Winsor & Newton. I explain the colors in my new palette here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/boqrhqeZic2Hbbs