Watercolor Painting Ideas for beginners: DON'T choose these subjects!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Have you seen (or made) any scary baby paintings? Better paintings start with better drawings: AVOID these 10 Beginners' Mistakes! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmrWd2yhequYhM0

[@susankelly4911]

Thanks Michele. I'll have a look and see. Take care and God bless Susan ❤❤😄💖💖🙏🙏👍

[@valeriegehling4358]

No babes!

[@selahr.]

Very helpful. As a brand new newbie (not transferring from a similar medium) I would probably also add don’t start with extremely large sheets of paper for one project. Cut it up, mask it off into sections for different small projects, that way it is much less intimidating and easier to cover well, plus saves money. And manage your shopping. You probably don’t need more than two of any major supply in case your first selection was a bad choice… like paint palettes, paper pads/books, set of paint brushes… too many options just confuses you and doesn’t give you time to really find out what isn’t working for you versus you’re just not skilled enough to make them work yet. It’s easy to turn into a supply collector instead of an actual artist/hobbiest in any arena. Consider setting yourself a financial budget for how much you allow yourself to spend upfront and for the whole year on all your hobbies to reduce the risk that you’ll get caught up in all the cool reviews and buy more than you’ll ever have time (or interest before your hobbies change again) to use.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

It's easier to buy supplies than to use them to paint, sew or whatever, then we end up with so much!

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

Yes I agree with you. I have done that same thing as you suggested, small size paper, practice water control with painting swatches of each paint color & build up your skills, by just putting paint on the paper seeing how it works & looks.

[@grannyslick1829]

The want monster looks large when you're starting out

[@laurenb9479]

Excellent suggestions!

[@yaya804]

This was so well-written! I've started drawing again and wanted to acrylic paint, then make stencils, then try out polymer clay, then bought enough clay to last a lifetime because I got overly ambitious and thought I was gonna make the entire extended family customized Christmas ornaments. After all that, I haven't gotten to do much work in any field and I get stressed often because I've spent all this money yet I don't have space in my free time to really do artwork. Life's responsibilities get in the way of my energy levels and eventually discourage me to the point where I have to buckle down and pull myself out of a slump every 4 months...this was amazing advice! Thank you!!!

[@TiuTauTilhi]

Thank you so much for saying these things out loud! I wish more people would, even in art groups, you see someone painting their grandchildren or friends' kids ending up looking like 70-year-old preschoolers. And nobody dares tell them, even nicely and politely, because of hurt feelings. I just feel bad also for the painter later when some relative just blurts it out without thinking, while they could have had the chance to get proper feedback while they were learning to paint these subjects. And that harsh critique from a loved one will be devastating.

[@natlisan]

I couldn't agree more with your tips Michele! I've been painting for over 20 years now and portraiture is tricky even as an experienced painter. I take my reference image and actually remove some of the detail with a blur filter, It allows me to judge the values easier without getting bogged down in detail. I find this tool really helpful especially as a watercolour artist, it keeps me from overworking the painting.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Good idea!

[@pch2230]

"Babies! Make It Stop" A lesson we can all learn from, and not just in painting.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Well that made me laugh!

[@pch2230]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber 😄

[@hollyahner8013]

LOL “alien zombie babies”

[@Carol0831]

I just love your sense of humor! Just yet another reason you are a great instructor. You know your subject, you know your audience, and you keep us giggling while teaching us. Thank you and please keep up the great work!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! 😃

[@dianaonaquest5135]

You look so stunning here. I was surprised about the sky tip, I kind of thought - surely sky must be the easiest thing to paint because you don't need precision or likeness there, but it really does make sense now that I try to recall some of the times I've tried painting sky.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! Some skies are easy, pick a simple one first!

[@julieholman10]

You’ve made my day…..so funny. Will remember these tips. Thank you.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

So glad!

[@sherriewebber2502]

Thank you for stopping this beginner before I made at least 4 really bad attempts at paintings. After visiting and photographing the beautiful UK and France a few years ago, I wanted to try to paint Westminster Abby, a beautiful street scene with multicolored old buildings in Colmar, France, my beloved black toy poodle and my granddaughter, a free spirited toddler but not an alien.🤣 I guess I'll stick to simple flowers for a while. I love your videos and loved seeing you laugh. Your hair looks fantastic!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Sherrie, great surname ;-)

[@shawnagaytan2651]

My daughter started about 5 years ago. She gained the gift of capturing the personality of dogs in her painting. It is incredible

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

A talented daughter! My daughter draws birds, they are beautiful :-)

[@chrislora8895]

So far i’m on track as a beginner. I have NOT tried to paint babies, dogs, churches or complex street scenes. I’m not even tempted until I can paint simple landscapes, skies, flowers, leaves, etc. with a bit of confidence. I like your videos that offer painting advice, not just painting techniques, since you have the experience to support your thoughts. Thanks again!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are very welcome!

[@tinac3094]

Paint everything you want to. Don't let your creativity be quoshed by others opinions.

[@rowena_nmart]

@@tinac3094 Yes but for many of us, art is not just about creativity and liberty of expression, we want to learn something new. Sometimes we just need to listen to opinions of the experienced artists, it helps a lot. It's like music or other creative activities - we can stuck in our world of creativity, not knowing what to do, or we can be a bit self-critical and get better with our skill. 🙂

[@cindylong2782]

Your videos are not just informative, they have plenty of humor as well. I got quite the giggle on this one. My cats approved this comment.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I am blessed!

[@bookworm2398]

Hi Michelle. I started with fruit and vegetables and that seemed to work well for me. My first real attempt was a lemon - I still think that's a good place to start. Now I've graduated to flowers which is what I really want to paint. Thanks for all your wonderful (and funny) videos. Still chuckling over your comments on splattering in an earlier one. It's a real epidemic and, with a few exceptions, I don't think it helps most paintings. Just a humble opinion - no disrespect to those who like it intended.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Ah, splattering, not to be combined with babies!

[@bookworm2398]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Might actually work there; babies tend to be messy.

[@thesilverpen]

Your advice videos have saved my paintings from the trash bin. Especially fixes for mistakes, the over working a painting issue, and color mixing. The local landfill will have to get its paintings elsewhere!! This gal is building a collection now. 😊

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great to hear!

[@stephanieh930]

Love the captions on your pictures during this talk/presentation. A wonderful laugh, thank you! Great advice too, of course. It makes me feel a little better about how I gave up on clouds when I first started painting last year ;)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

One day clouds will be easy for you :-)

[@kimohara7868]

Your comment about painting babies is hilarious!🤣 Again, great tips - love your videos.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

😊 thank you

[@lorrihonstein7251]

Hello Michele. Love your videos. Do you think maybe sometime you could do a video for intermediates with suggestions of subjects to paint that would make a good transition from easy to difficult?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I actually have this one planned in the next few weeks!

[@tonybabb3525]

Wonderful!! Wish I had had this video when I started years ago, it would have saved me a lot of pain & agony emotionally & mentally.

[@elyselaforest7700]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Absolutely wonderful advice given with a humorous touch. Perfect.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@valeriegehling4358]

As a beginner I’ve only tried skies, & failed must practice more! The rest of the subjects you’ve mentioned aren’t yet for me, I’ve thought of a cartoon, flat, no shadows, but no, not for me! Thanks

[@shadowguard3578]

Great tips, thank you! Three decades ago I was a beginner to watercolor painting. Without any understanding of the proper processes on watercoloring I just decided to have a go. My first and last subject I painted was a carnation flower which I flattened in a book and I painted it. My mother still has it and it is recognizable as a carnation. I used mixed media paper, a basic watercolor palette which came with a paintbrush (I’ve forgotten the brand). I kick myself for not continuing watercolor painting as a hobby, and only starting again this year. Anyway, I really enjoyed the whole process and for a beginner my carnation wasn’t a bad attempt. My tip is basically the same: keep the subject matter simple; in addition use a basic palette and preferably watercolor paper, but mixed media paper will work.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Always good to start simple!

[@rhonacohen8908]

Thank you for this Michelle. I’m in the middle of a complicated scene of a much loved stream with stepping stones and spring foliage. It’s a disaster! Now I know I’ve bitten off more than I can chew. It’s now shelved til I am more experienced.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You will get there :-)

[@susankelly4911]

Hi Michele I love your sense of humour. I'm in stitches laughing here as you were talking about painting babies. Thank you for videos and advice. It's great to have a great art lesson and a good laugh at the same time. Although I know you're fairly serious in most of your videos. I've watched quite a few and I'm very impressed. But you do have a great sense of humour and you do make sense at the same time. This is a brilliant video. I wont be trying the alien babies just yet. Babies I don't think would be my idea of an hour of pleasure trying to draw them or paint them. I think I'll leave them to the professionals. Or at least people with way more expertise. I agree some things you do have to work your way up and it does take time. I did do a lot of art years ago but circumstances stopped me in my tracks and when one thing was over something else came that stopped me and that went on for quite a few years. And I lost the ability to do it somewhere along the way. But I never lost my love for art . I got a B+ in my O level exam years ago which I am very proud of and I loved art classes at school, I want to get back to that again place in my heart again. I could not wait to get into that art room. I know I cannot go back to school again!!!! But in a way watching these videos are as good as being in that classroom again. Even better because so much has changed. There's so much more variety in the paints, the brushes. The different papers, so many new techniques. It's a whole new beautiful world. I love it. I'm starting as a beginner again. But I know I have it in me to get better and these videos are a great help to me to do that. Things have changed but it's so much more fun trying out everything new. Years ago it was the same old paper for everything and I dont know how many times it tore on me for trying the wet on wet. It was a pain in the ... ah .yeah you know what I mean! 😄😄😄😄Love your videos Michele keep them coming. Much love and God bless you. Susan xxx👍❤❤❤❤😄😄😄💖🕊🕊🕊

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Ah, lovely comment Susan, forget school, I did very badly. It doesn't matter. Learn from artists, this is what I did!

[@susankelly4911]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Hi Michele thank you for replying to my comment. It's great to hear from you. Yeah you're right about forgetting about school, it was a long long time ago and I can't live in the past. I can only go forward. And you are a great example to learn from. As I said before Art has changed so much and there's so much more to learn about, and thank God for the internet to be able to learn these things. I'm like a kid in a sweet shop. For a lady that says she did badly in school you've well made up for it now. I love the way you teach. It's great to have some humour in with the art. That would be interesting to have someone in stitches laughing and try to apply paint at the same time. There could be a brand new technique in that🤣🤣🤣🤣. How would that turn out I wonder. 😄. Thanks again Michele. Much love and God bless Susan xxx👍❤❤❤🕊🕊🕊💐

[@valasafantastic1055]

I agree but I can do all this now. Here are some tips to help if you want to try anyway or how to learn to get to this ability 1) trace. Always admit when you trace (don’t lie). Use ‘red lining’ to study and learn. Really pay attention Don;t just do it mindlessly and become dependant. For each tracing you do, do at least two free hand attempts at the same/similar subjects. This is especially helpful for buildings/perspective learning and dogs/babies. 2) make a greyscale version of the reference to help E understand the tone aside from the colours 3) consider a slight blur on a reference to really ‘see’ the main form and not focus on the tiny unimportant details. 4) study/do many sketches and studies. Studies of parts of and the structure of things. Want to paint that ancient hyper detailed church? Do as many pages as necessary of sketches and paintings of the ‘parts’ and ‘structure’ overall shapes, window details, roof details, etc. then try a full painting. Repeat until you succeed! For animals; study them in motion/nature documentaries/real life. Use multiple references. Study the skeletal, musculature and shapes/proportions, etc. Don’t give up/or expect good results for a while. Try try again. Fill a sketchbook spread with parts of that ‘dog’ just the eyes then the ear then a cartoony overall body shape, the paw, the nose; now try the whole head. Etc. 5) don’t share art in-line/with others unless you are really proud AND willing to be torn down/insulted but not give up! If being insulted about the art you shared would truly cause you harm or to stop making art DON’T SHARE YOUR ART WITH ANYONE! Be willing for tons of praise and insult. Or don’t share. 6)take more time. It takes the time it takes. And do practice/studies of parts then go back to the main painting. Even part way through a painting of a building. Go do separate window studies if you need to, then go back and paint the windows. Stop expecting it to be fast or easy. And even if this painting ‘fails’ try, try again! 7) Don’t take a commission for subjects you are not 100% certain you can do a great job on. Even if you mastered dogs if you haven’t ever painted a baby. Don’t take a commission for a baby portrait. I still would think twice about baby portrait commissions… and also don’t feel pressured to lend or sell original art to others unless you really are willing to let it go and never see it again. If you do sell originals remind yourself they are in a good home with people who appreciate them. It’s 100% ok to be very emotionaly attached to your art and to keep it all and choose not to sell originals! Also it can be a hobby and does not ever need to be sold if that’s what’s better for your mental health and what ;feels right’ to you. 8) paint what brings you joy. Don’t paint what ‘peer pressure’ tells you too. If people keep advise you paint things you have no interest in painting; unless they are paying you a LOT of money, don’t. This can lead to hopelessness, anxiety, guilt , fatigue and ultimately burnout. This is the number one cause of people giving up art (temporarily or permanently) I Don;t care if your grandma wants their granddaughters portrait for her 90th birthday unless YOU have the joy/inclination, time AND skill to do so; don’t it’s not worth it. Also don’t give art away for free except as a present or art exchange. Don’t devalue professional artists who are already undervalued/underplayed. Life costs money, charge money as making art costs life! Now if you are full of joy and make a bunch of ACEOs and really want to give them to friends/family and random strangers who are kind; sure. But don’t do free commissions (especially ones used for profit by a business!) art contests (where they legally keep all the art/copyright and only give prizes to the top winners), etc. Really think about the ethics of if it’s ok and where such free skilled labour leads when the world is full of extreme greed and abuse. Don’t undervalue you life, time/skill EVEN if you are not that experienced are young or newer to art! Forgive past transgressions and attempt to do better moving forward. 9) if a difficult subject truly is what brings you joy do my tips but be willing to be patient for results and also willing to use mixed media. 10) also some subjects other ‘say’ are easy may be difficult for YOU. That’s ok just practice and do more studies. 11) study from artists you like and learn from them BUT Don;t expect to BE them. Pay attention your own style/strengths and weaknesses! 12) keep literal written notes with painted and drawn notes. Write down mixes that work. Keep colour gradient and mix notes! As well as clearly labeled swatches. Name brand and pigment codes! Have swatches to match each pallet. 13) make your own custom pre-mixed colours! 14) use make up brushes! I’m serious even cheap dollar store ones. They will improve your painting life! 15) it’s just as valid to paint stylized. Use multiple references or paint more direct copies/hyperrealistic. Just as valid to paint abstract, imaginative realism, fanart and even work in multiple styles! It’s all art as long as it’s created by a human with the intention of creating art! Don’t let anyone insult your style/subject. Or call something you enjoy ‘not art’. They are wrong! Anime is art, abstract is art, hyper realism is art, semi realism is art, 1930’s early animation, cave peoples paintings of long extinct wholly rhinoceros! All ART!. It’s ALSO ok to dislike or even personally despise Certain art styles. Please Don’t insult the artist however just say nothing. It’s still art! It could be political or just beautiful, tell a story or be a scientific render of a plant. Like what you like, dislike what you dislike but let’s not deny it’s validity and others right to love even styles you hate. Have fun everyone!

[@FranOnTheEdge]

Weeeeheeee! A fun watercolour video, fun and funny, I so enjoyed this.

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

this is what exactly I'm going through...although I'm not a beginner practically..I try buildings cityscapes..fail and want to give up watercolour. Thanks for this video

[@bonnieg4076]

Got it ! No alien babies. Love the tips and the humor, wouldn't miss your tutorials.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yay! Thank you!

[@ElfInTheFlowers]

This is a great list! Instead of feeling discouraged beginners should work on the fundamentals for each topic and practice them. Anatomy, perspective, color theory. Many of the topics you mentioned require a combination of these, plus an understanding of how watercolor move, interact, and dry. My introduction to watercolors was through plein air sketches of buildings as an architecture student, so it was counterintuitive to what you are explaining, that said, we were taught to draw buildings and shade them in school. The watercolor washes just gave the sketches a bit more volume. It would take me years to explore watercolor techniques more fully.

[@anabsolutetrashfire1312]

I have a baby face as an adult and my partner (who inks a lot of portraits) cannot stand drawing my face. So I can confirm, any kind of baby face is a complete nightmare. But I'm not one to try to paint or even one to want to be with babies too much, so don't stress about that with me (but I hear you on the churches and the perspective! One of my most valuable lessons was single line perspective to start understanding it)

[@aliciashackley5830]

😆😂🤣😆😂🤣😆😂🤣I’m dying Michele. You’ve warned us about painting babies before but this was hilarious! Church perspective by Satan. 😂Thx so much for your videos. 🥰💕🐶💕🥰

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you liked it!

[@donnajordanDJArts]

Oh gosh, this was awesome. You're so funny, but spot on! Thank you.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Donna!

[@sherryfurr9115]

First, your hair looks fabulous! You look fabulous. Your vacation seems to have been very good for you. I had to laugh because I have tried buildings and dogs and have been painting a few months. I am now sticking to household objects, flowers, trees, grasses, etc.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you so much! This was filmed before vacation, now I have Covid and mosquito bites, but I had a great time!

[@ajwright16]

You are the best Michele! I’m working on both a watercolor and drawing course of yours. Love your humor too! 😊

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Oh thank you!

[@thomassutrina7469]

I have painted light houses with the tower and a building and maybe a shed or two not attached. I fine the rocks harder then the building.

[@maggiew7293]

Have made most of the mistakes. Found I could still laugh watching your video.💓

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you liked it :-)

[@susankievman642]

I thought these were very good examples of what to stay away from him and I appreciate your letting us know. Now let us know what a good subjects to paint when we’re pretty new at this

[@geoffmitchell6515]

Thank you Michele

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Any time!

[@hArtyTruffle]

“Zombie alien baby” though 🤭 Glad I saw this vid Michele. I was thinking I’m a crap artist because I couldn’t paint my grandchildren. Well, I tried but every attempt was something to be ashamed of 🥹 All attempts were binned. Painting city streets was also bad for any confidence I may have had. I’ve gone back to painting squares for now. Will attempt easy things for the next year or so. Maybe my confidence will return.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Start slow, a full painting is a lot for a beginner. I am going to have some really simple tutorials later this year.

[@viktoriavidali]

Thank you, Michele, for your honesty! You are absolutely right to offer alternatives to what for beginners might be nearly impossible for them to execute well.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are most welcome!

[@jacquelinejohnson6326]

What a fun informative video. I haven't seen anything on KZbin about what NOT to paint if you are a beginner. I subscribe to you because you know know how to teach drawing and watercolor painting skills.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!

[@libbydearing2374]

Loved this. My laugh for the day AND informative.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!

[@annavallentin4662]

I wasn't expecting to LOL to a watercolour video but I sure did here. Thanks for the wise and fun advice.

[@mickeykyker4837]

Im a beginner and have tried everything you mentioned, no wonder im discouraged, lol. Im going out and buying myself a good sketchbook.

[@Junebug93309]

LOL on alien zombie babies!!! You do have a great sense of humor!

[@carollegros6304]

So true about children. I just do graphite portraits. Have not gone with watercolour yet. Have not tried building yet. Thanks

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Graphite is a great place to start

[@Chrissy2010start]

Really helpful! Have seen scary portraits !Watched previous video on what to paint,am going to work on that ❤️

[@amandasmith5600]

Thank you for this Michele. I feel better now that some of my attempts at those subjects didn't work out so well. And the hairdo is great! ox

[@3534538]

I fully agree on your recommendation concerning the baby-pictures. I'm never so mean as to write in a comment what I think about the painting but I have to laugh when someone posts a painting of a baby looking completely off and people write comments like "you're so talented" or even worse "you should sell it". If someone asks if something is wrong with the painting one should politely (!) tell them what they could improve. But to praise someone for a "bad" painting is only allowed before they turn 3 😆

[@bmedley9627]

Great tips! I needed this!!! Thank you Michele!

[@lindasartandsoul]

Zombie Alien Babies, that’s hilarious - I’m tempted to do one just see how bad it can be 🤣

[@scoiataeli]

Go for it, but I do not recommend doing it during the evening or when home alone 😂

[@lindasartandsoul]

@@scoiataeli 🤣

[@marikothecheetah9342]

Alien zombie babies - that won for me everything! :D And it's good you talk about what to pain when you are a beginner. I'm sure that I will start with solids :D

[@donnaqueen5055]

Love your comments!!!! I learned in high school at class that I wouldn't be an Interior Designer because I can't get perspective correct😁😁😁😁

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you liked it!

[@delphinewood7519]

This is hysterical. But GREAT advice. THANK YOU 🙏 🌵🌵🌵🌵

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gingerlily4404]

Good advise, love your sense of humor :) I’ve been drawing/painting more in the last ten years and I still have no alien babies on my record 😆

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Clean record I like it!

[@tinac3094]

Paint whatever you want, that's how you improve.

[@dianemurphy5307]

Great video. I'm a beginner who is also a bit of a sky watcher who tries to paint what I see with always disappointing results. Overworking is my problem for sure. Thanks so much for this fun and helpful information.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Start simple :-)

[@alison64able]

Hilarious but true. Thank you Michelle

[@nicolefraser8895]

OMG thank you for highlighting the plight of the poor babies and dogs that fall victim to being painted with the best of intentions. Thoughts & prayers to the parents and dog owners who have to pretend they like the masterpieces. 😆

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Lol!

[@leenb.7936]

I want to paint my (black) cats so badly but stay away from it for now because well, no point in painting a sort of black hole where there’s no definition enough to even see a cat instead of a flat spot. You have helped me improve a lot already, you’re one of my favorite artists for watercolor

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I have a black cat and I have never been brave enough!

[@StarBarks4U]

Your hair looks phenomenal!!!! ❤️...fantastic video as always, thank you! Rus from across the pond in Pennsylvania ❤️🖌🤓🎨

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Rus!

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Really good tutorial, you’ve got a great sense of humour, you always make me laugh. Thanks for everything you do Michelle. X

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@thesilverpen]

"Perspective by satan" i about ripped a rib out laughing. Lol...humorous but true when i try sharp points and angles.

[@jaspermartin7444]

I actually saved this one to share, haven't laughed this hard in a while, ty!! A friend of mine kept hinting that she wanted me paint her dog but as a beginner I knew.... just no. 🤪

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

:-)

[@juliec.]

Omg great video. I had lots of laughs. 2.5 years into watercolour and I still consider myself a beginner…It’s hard! Anyways all those subjects you mentioned, I would love to be able to paint them one day but not yet. Anyways I believe you had us all having a good laugh 😂 ty Ps. Love your haircut. 👍👍

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!

[@rhondaflanders9]

I hear ya! I've tried to draw children, wolves, horses and yes even my own church. I think my biggest problem was expecting to put out a masterpiece first thing. Fellow artists! My advice is buy a cheap sketchpad and practice, practice, practice! Luv y'all 😊

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

We all hope for a masterpiece :-)

[@joanc7422]

Great advice. Thanks for sharing.

[@mar_gheri_ta]

Realistic -ish, Babies are not my subject, I'm sure I'll never paint one, I think that photos are great for them. As far as buildings and prospective are concerned I found myself in a deep crisis when a tutorial, that was meant for beginners, showed how to paint a floating market with a lot of buildings facing everywhere and signs on them facing somewhere else... Well it's easy to say "simplify everything" but in a first instance, before of simplifying you are supposed to know how to draw it realistically... Then you simplify, impressionist decided to make a revolution after learning academic painting, it's a process. Even if I studied the basics of perspective, I still don't feel comfortable in it so I decided that the best thing to do was to snob that particular tutorial. And between you and me, looking at the reference photo I found mistakes in the perspective in the painting the tutor made that confused me a bit... Anyway 😜 I appreciate your tips and always enjoy your videos

[@caroleblaney3157]

I so agree with you, especially on babies and pets! My first pet was my dog, 11 lbs of longe white hair - ended up like a demon dog, not fair at all to my sweetie. Have done a couple of successful pups since, including one for my daughter that turned out well, but still haven't gone back to try another of my little lady! The mental image of that first one... nope, not happening!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Sounds a lovely dog though, I have never dared to paint my black cat either!

[@nancydavidson4899]

LOL!!! The bit about the babies was hilarious. I’ll take your advice on all of those subjects, it makes perfect sense.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!

[@karenobrien2579]

Love your new hairstyle!

[@KathrynGoldman]

One of my friends paints alien babies. "Oh, how lovely . . . "

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

We must always be kind of course :-)

[@bethroegner9073]

The idea of just painting a portion of a church or stained glass window was helpful. Thanks for the smile.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Most welcome

[@mirceafortuis1427]

this video is so funny ! and also true and useful , thank you!

[@karenkotze3175]

You’ve made my day! Had a good laugh 😆

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Karen!

[@kathleensmith1494]

Thank you! I was thinking about painting my granddaughter, lol.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

lol :-)

[@marjorieclinton6780]

Well I think I've attempted all of these as since I started painting in July of 21. The only saving grace I have had is my family knows I can't see detail so they're not at all offended if what I'm drawing or painting for them is blurry. But now that I understand what you have shared it makes a lot of sense and I appreciate it very much thank you Michelle.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No problem!

[@cynajoy433]

Oh boy did you hit the nail on the head. Some of the work I regularly see posted on FB watercolour groups is shocking. A simple case of people with budding talent biting off more than they can chew. Start small folks; you will improve in due time with practice.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Just so!

[@MichelWingArtist]

This video was so funny! I have only been doing art for about 1.5 years, and I have tried: street scene with many buildings and perspectives (disaster!), dogs (because I have a service dog - she is a type of German shepherd and VERY hard to draw!), and the flat washes! Really, this made me laugh at myself and remind me to take my time working up to things. Thank you.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're welcome!

[@sherylpiche9878]

Your hair looks nice. Thans for all you do!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks for watching!

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

😁🤣🤣Ohhh my goodness 😂 Perspective by Satan…yes I am still talking to you. 💕 I definitely needed the laughter today. Yes I have been guilty for trying some of these subjects starting on my painting journey. Luckily after taking quite a few of you online courses my skills are greatly improving. I have yet to do a commission painting. Thanks for sharing this wonderful video.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Welcome Colleen!

[@jonrunning5952]

This is hilarious and so true! Watercolor is difficult and requires a great deal of practice.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

It really is!

[@jasminetea3396]

These are great tips. And yes, I have seen babies with harsh shading.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks!

[@starr-starr]

Very funny, and correct! Fortunately I haven’t been tempted by too many of those things.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are wise!

[@doctordashiell]

"Perspective by Satan." I love it! Thank you, Michele, you are wonderful. Best regards, Nancy

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Nancy!

[@gloroticaa5677]

Love your haircut 💇‍♀️!!!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!!

[@lindabailey3565]

I have watched thousands of hours of KZbin and I have never made a comment, but I couldn't stop laughing at the 'please don't paint babies' part and then when you actually said yourself that you çouldn't stop laughing..... well I just had to comment. Hope you reach your goal soon.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you Linda!

[@kellimartin1377]

Wow! This video is great! I love your honesty.....and your sense of humor! Thank you for the tips.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks for watching!

[@hollyahner8013]

Neighbor: “Can you paint my dog?” Me: “Sure! What color do you want your dog painted, orange or blue? Is it okay if I use spray paint?”

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

:-)

[@pennywheeler2598]

This video is priceless. Essential advice with an abundant amount of humor. 🤔🤔🤔🤔.......😂😂😂😂

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Penny!

[@chloemaxwell2628]

Your hair looks great!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!

[@brackalack1]

I'm a proud owner of several zombie babies, wonky pets and dodgy sunsets. Took me an embarrassingly long time to realise that watercolour is not the same as oils or acrylics! Thanks for the giggle 😃

[@nattyw495]

I really enjoyed this video helpful information. Especially about cats im really gonna look at them more closely you really have made me look at my surroundings in more depth and different perspectives i thank you for that..... zombie alien babies and quantum physics omgoddess so hilarious...lol..thank you so much for making my art soul happier today, hope you are able to be safe and cool during your heat wave that your country and europe are experiencing....im saying a art blessing for all Europeans and your country that are struggling to remain cool during these conditions....Mikelle art mom🎨✍👩‍🎨🇺🇲🇨🇦

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks yes it's very hot here! Luckily I am on holiday and close to the sea, it's not quite as bad as London 🙂

[@gaemlinsidoharthi]

That was kind of fun. 😄

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks!

[@karenobrien2579]

Really helpful video!

[@rosemarymoore3142]

Yup guilty of most of those subjects!!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I absolve you Rosemary!

[@rosemarymoore3142]

Thank you..

[@scoiataeli]

😂😂😂 I am soooo glad you have addressed the babies and dogs! I am still a beginner a relatively new to the watercolour groups but I am having baby alien and baby zombies nightmares already. And the doggos, haha! My boyfriend asked why I haven’t painted my chihuahua yet. I think I will scroll through Facebook and demonstrate the point to get my message across 😂 I do really hope I will be able to give it a go at some point though 😭

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I am sure you will do your doggo justice eventually :-)

[@avg4015]

A video I actually found very useful. I have been contemplating moving from botanicals to skies but after hearing the logic behind why I shouldn't....well, I am just going to keep on practising. 😅 Maybe next time you could add some examples of zombie babies and messed up skies? And I'd love a video where you talk about the opposite: where to start as a beginner. As a beginner I find plants a very forgiving subject.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! I was just thinking about a video like that :-)

[@grannyslick1829]

Like your new do!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks!

[@4ohgollycats]

I have seen alien cats on cat Facebook posts! I just keep my mouth closed and my finger still!

[@lisariordan2784]

This is great. Thanks! Lots of thinking, planning and practice needed. It’s taken me a long time to realize that.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Yep, practice!