Watercolor Painting Still Life Demonstration (Step by Step Beginners Tutorial)

Learn to paint a realistic still life the easy way - paint the shading first and then add color. This watercolor painting demonstration goes step by step for an easy to understand and follow watercolor tutorial. The full free lesson is available at: watsonwatercolor.com/teapot-w...
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[@a.m.g.karlsson7165]

Thank you so much for a watercolour still life tutorial. Sometimes it seems as though watercolour is only about landscapes-there isn’t too much out there for those of us with other interests.

[@DebWatson]

You can do anything with watercolor from soft and light watery paintings to photo realistic paintings - it is a wonderful medium to use.

[@aesea57804]

I wouldn’t think to paint all the object shadows first, then add color-even though I’ve seen you do that before. It turns out so well and seems like it would be easier than making the blue shadow color.

[@DebWatson]

The beginners in my class struggled with the black and white part but they were thrilled with their finished paintings. Being aware of shading is a big plus, no matter how you accomplish it.

[@CS-gk1kn]

The darker background really makes things pop!

[@DebWatson]

I like dark backgrounds, but one student did striped wallpaper behind hers and it was really fun.

[@user-agalley]

You are a wonderful teacher. Your process make so much sense!

[@DebWatson]

Thank you so much! I want students to be able to paint any subject they like, so general watercolor techniques work well.

[@barbiebrowny7003]

Totally agree 👍❤❤❤

[@DebWatson]

@@barbiebrowny7003 Thank you so much!🙂

[@janpastor5967]

Just found your videos on KZbin. Exceptional lessons. I teach watercolor to older adults and will be recommending your demos to them. Thank you!

[@DebWatson]

That is great - a lot of the retirement homes around me use them, as well as many other groups of painting friends. Have fun!

[@aliciashackley5830]

Very good demonstration. Thx very much Deb another great video. 🥰💕🐶💕🥰

[@DebWatson]

You are so welcome, Alicia. Thanks for being such a loyal viewer.

[@meenakshikhanna2998]

No one tells such secrets, You're great mam !!!

[@DebWatson]

Thank you very much! :)

[@dianerixom4036]

A lovely clear and well demonstrated tutorial. Thank you Deb x

[@DebWatson]

You’re welcome 😊 Diane! Students did lots of fun backgrounds behind the pot - one lady did striped wallpaper.

[@jakea1035]

Thank you Deb. A brilliant tutorial as usual. I prefer the darker background, that is one of my favorite colour combinations, the brown of my old tweed jacket and blue jeans!

[@DebWatson]

Blue and brown or orange - I've done a bunch of paintings with just those colors and a touch of red somewhere. It just works well - like your jacket combo.

[@sharonsunshine2532]

Thanks Cute painting and instruction. I like the darker background also. 👍

[@DebWatson]

Thank you, Sharon. We did this in class yesterday and students did gold, pink and black backgrounds. The pink one was especially fun. I agree with you - I like dark backgrounds.

[@CathyMiller0711]

Helpful lesson on shadows. Thx!

[@DebWatson]

The paintings looks so drab without color but amazing once the color is on. It's surprising.

[@joycesnodgrass7068]

Deb, I like the dark background!😍

[@DebWatson]

The dark one is winning the votes, Joyce. I am not the only one who likes dark backgrounds evidently.

[@nancytestani1470]

Wonderful.

[@DebWatson]

Thank you, Nancy! They turned out well in class.

[@geetarawat3398]

You are so amazing I like you every painting😊

[@DebWatson]

Thank you so much 😀

[@2112Dahlia]

That's beautiful, Deb! I like both backgrounds. Thank you! ❤

[@DebWatson]

You are so welcome! The light background is much easier, but I agree, either one would be great.

[@mjrewerts]

I like the dark background

[@DebWatson]

Dark backgrounds are usually my favorite but they are more work.

[@essietangle9931]

For me the lighter background. Thanks so much for the video.

[@DebWatson]

I like the lighter one, too - the teapot stands out more.

[@aesea57804]

I will try your approach to painting backgrounds from the side! What is the advantage over painting it from top to bottom? Your demos are so practical. Oh! I like the dark background better.

[@DebWatson]

Many students tend to get a hard line at the top when they start there. It doesn't happen when they start from the bottom.

[@delithnutkins6017]

I love the dark background

[@DebWatson]

The dark background is winning in the viewer votes!

[@-Chunk]

Thank you - are you painting flat? Or with your paper at an angle?

[@DebWatson]

I'm painting flat in the videos unless I mention tilting the board. And thank YOU for posting!

[@-Chunk]

@@DebWatson brilliant. I tried it today and was very happy with the result. Thanks again

[@pinkangel2393]

For the white you used at the end that is watercolor or acrylic or gouache? My watercolor is too light for that effect 😮

[@DebWatson]

Student grade watercolor paints won't have as much pigment as the professional grade paints, and Qor brand has the most vivid colors that don't fade as they dry. Student grade paints often need several coats to equal the color saturation you see in the video. The white paint I use is Bleed Proof white by Dr. Martin but Pro White by Daler Rowney is just as good. Hope that helps.

[@pinkangel2393]

@@DebWatson ohhh i see ok yup that would make sense! Thank you very much for the information time for new art supply shopping 🛍️ 😆

[@evahagemeyer9142]

Dark background. It remjnds me of an old master painting with the dark.

[@DebWatson]

You could go even darker than mine, too. It would look great.