Watercolor Water Control (You're doing it wrong!)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Do let me know in the comments if you found this useful and try the Winter Landscape Challenge next - it's FREE! Join my FREE Winter Landscape CHALLENGE with 5 Watercolor Tutorials! #WLC 2023 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmGneaCeq92nnqc

[@bluewren65]

I'm curious whether you stretch 640gsm paper? I've heard some artists say that it still buckles if you use a lot of wet in wet technique and others saying that it never buckles regardless of how much water is used. I'm obviously talking about very high quality papers like Arches or Fabriano Artistico.

[@teresamitchell-banks2286]

Those that criticize deserve snark. You do a lot of work so that complete strangers can learn to paint and earn almost nothing for it. I am very grateful to you, as I think 141,000 others are also!🇨🇦

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you 😊

[@ritabrandow1318]

Yes 💯 percent

[@kimgraham9671]

Yes, thank you I agree

[@barriehercock8612]

Great tutor ,great channel ,iv learnt alot

[@margo8248]

I don't know whether to laugh or cry at the cheek of someone directing you to another channel to brush up on you watercolour skills😂 Unfortunately you get people like that everywhere . I've been following you for about 6 I've learnt so much. Thanks for your generosity in sharing you skill ❤

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Ah, people are brave on the internet! You are very welcome :-)

[@LisaAnnOberbrunner]

I've checked out a bunch of other art teachers on KZbin. You're the best.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Ah, thanks so much!

[@margaretderen2082]

“Cats biting feet…” 😂. Excellent tutorial! Thank you.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're welcome!

[@barbarawightman2310]

"Cats biting feet..." Whenever I watch your videos, I know you will deliver smile-worthy comments and do so dead-pan. I love it and wait for it each time. This water level lesson resonates because I'm always fiddling and unsure of myself about how much water to mix into the paint. Thank you for clearing things up.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you like them!

[@normabishop2693]

I very much appreciated your comments about the "lectures" you receive about using mistakes in a positive way--and how you have a life and interests beyond your wonderful videos.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Everyone should have multiple interests I think 🙂🙏

[@georgyevans]

This was the best explanation of how water and watercolour paint work together. Giving us the principles behind what happens makes it so much easier to remember and to apply. Also the two ways to use thirsty/vacuum brush is really helpful as was the explanation of how paint works on different paper surfaces. Thank you as always, Michele, for putting so much thought and time into your videos to make them clear and so well structured.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@FatMatters]

You have a gift with teaching. That is rare.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks so much!

[@susanblackburn5641]

Yes I sure need to organize my studio Thanks for all your teaching

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Any time!

[@ridingmom700]

Great video. My New Year’s resolution will be to stop fussing and fixing! It’s impossible to hear that too many times and your visuals were great!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you 😊

[@cousinjesse4450]

The paper stretching tutorial video by Michele is the best I have come across. It is straight forward and you get a great result. I stretch all my paper now. I made a few of these mistakes just this week working on the day 5 winter Landscape challenge. The quality of my paper is average practice paper so I tend to rub too hard and damage the paper. It is so true the more I double work areas the worse the problem becomes. Would love some organizing tips I have multiple palettes and dried paints everywhere.

[@natlisan]

Another very informative video Michele! I also have a great tip for anyone who wants to use a HP paper. the trick to having the paper cooperate a bit easier to completely saturate the paper with clean water allowing it to absorb completely into the paper, then add your paint. It really increases the drying time, or a second would be to use a 300lb paper because it's not quite as smooth as the 140lb, it's a happy medium allowing you more workable time but still allowing for the fine detail. As you also raised a very good point about allowing your paper adequate time to dry! This is such an important step!!! which could also change depending on the pigments used and your painting process. I almost always use glazing with staining colours, so I don't have to wait too long before I can add my next layer but when I glaze with non-staining or granulating pigments I usually allow days or even weeks for drying to allow the pigments to settle into the paper before I add my next layer.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Great points :-)

[@amozinshade484]

I got some HP paper & was slightly unsure how to work it, thank you for your tips!

[@anthonyjones3698]

Thankyou so much Michele, much less anxious now! Also interested in the tidying and storing.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

That's good 😊

[@nancydavidson4899]

Thanks Michele, a good reminder about how to get the best results all in one video. I can never understand why people don’t stretch their paper. Based on the information in one of your videos I’ve stretched mine since I started painting nearly two years ago and it’s made my life so much easier. I’m a firm believer in knowing the correct methods before being able to choose when and how to break the rules ❤

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Team paper stretching!

[@johnbrengle1443]

Michele: All your suggestions were definitely useful. As always, thank you for great tutorials. Watching you reorganize your studio would be cool!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Noted 🙂

[@karabear19]

Hot pressed paper can give you some really beautiful paintings if you know how to use it. I've used hot pressed paper loads of times from doing loose landscapes or flowers to more detailed paintings. I've used it for line and wash paintings which is helpful because the texture of cold press or rough wears the nib of my pen down too quickly. I absolutely love hot press paper and the effects they give you! Especially when using salt or granulating paints! Gorgeous!

[@amexjam55]

Yes, absolutely, please do the video on how you go about organizing your studio.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Will do!

[@glennmorrison7595]

Yes, I need to learn how to organize and unclutter my art studio. Thank you for thinking of us. Have a wonder Christmas.❤

[@jacquelinehewelt7143]

Great information. Thanks Michele!

[@M0odyBlue]

Your videos are always helpful! I have been painting for quite awhile and still had several “aha” moments while watching. You are teaching things I don’t think anyone else is talking about, but these are things that really frustrate artists, especially those, like me, who are self-taught! Thank you, thank you!!!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

My pleasure!

[@pambirch778]

So helpful, thank you Michelle.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are very welcome!

[@lizhamilton1492]

I appriciate your videos for the new information and the reminders of things I know but tend to forget.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad you liked it Liz!

[@marie8642]

Wow, thank you, Michele. Your videos are so thorough and detailed. Not only do you explain what to do, you clearly explain why. You were the artist who helped me understand back runs, both how to avoid them and create them when I want that effect.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you Marie!

[@susanbuckley1964]

I would definitely be interested in seeing how you re-organise your studio 😃 This video was full of great tips and reminders. Great to have so much information all in one place. 🥰

[@TOTO-q6v]

Michele ,Your high quality instruction is making a huge difference.Thank you .🏖

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

So glad!

[@karenobrien2579]

This is a really helpful video! Thank you very much. Great tips and demonstrations, Michele.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are very welcome!

[@valeriegehling4358]

More useful tips & tricks.Thank you Michele.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are welcome Valerie :-)

[@valeriegehling4358]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber By the way enjoy the show, saw the mail later. London is great for shows!

[@phylstamp]

You are so knowledgable and helpful. I always learn something from your videos. Thank you

[@aliciashackley5830]

This is an excellent video Michele. My thick head needs to have these water level concepts pounded into my brain. Lol. Thx as always. PS. I thoroughly enjoyed and was challenged by your recent Winter Landscape Challenge. 🥰

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful Alicia!

[@kimgraham9671]

Me too

[@ChantelleArts]

This is a fantastic video, such an important concept in watercolor ❤❤❤

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you so much 🙏😊

[@peckerdecker]

Merry Christmas. *Thank you for a very helpful watercolor video*

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Same to you!

[@ankejacobs4649]

Hi Michele, isn’t it lovely that people use their precious time to comment negatively - I’m sure she feels really important. Thanks for all your great advice!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Haha!

[@gerade-aus]

Don't feed negativity with sarcasm. The author may misconstrue your remarks and receive them as compliments.

[@Pegt70]

Thanks Michelle, you are very helpful to me and I appreciate your concise instruction.

[@patriciajackson5867]

Thank you for this great video! IMHO, it would be great to see how you organize your space, especially in a thrifty way.

[@lilybay1]

Yes, please and thank you, an organization video for your studio would be great. I’m about to begin a new refresh in my art room and could use some ideas

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Should be week after next 👍🙂

[@sharynjackson8158]

Thank you Michelle, your are a great teacher

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! 😃

[@lizthejournalmagpie]

Really helpful thank you. Off topic, love those nails, very pretty colour :)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Oh thank you! I've just changed them actually, white with gold and silver for Christmas!! I love green though :-)

[@delphinewood7519]

Controlling the water once it’s on the paper is somewhat new for me. Thanks for these tips.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@eileencollins3126]

So much information, Michele! Even though I was aware of most of the sections, the last one was new to me. Thank you! You explained each section very well.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@juanroman7231]

Michele, you explain things so well. Many thanks and Merry Christmas to you :)

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

Ahhh thanks for the helpful tips & reminders. 🥰 Apparently I have forgotten about a couple of theses tips 😂that I have heard from you during your online courses from the website. I knew there was a tip/technique I used before to get the results of controlling the water levels. Thanks for sharing this wonderful information. Enjoy your weekend ahead! 😘

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks Colleen, you too!

[@jerrincurless5249]

Do show us your clean up tips!!!! So much needed!! Thank you and Merry Christmas to you and yours!! This video is a life saver, many thanks to you!!!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you! You too!

[@sumi111dr]

Your drawings are always so cute and peaceful! I like your technique of painting wuth watercolours. I would like to see the qhole sketchbook,. 😊

[@maryellensanger]

Thanks!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate it!

[@OneTrueWord1988]

Excellent video - very helpful! Thanks so much for all you do to produce such wonderful instruction. 😊❤💐

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@edelweissokeefe8265]

Thanks Michelle, will try some of these techniques.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Wonderful!

[@SophieBird07]

Organize! I wish! But I think I might be permanently in my own way. Still, tips always welcome.

[@colleencc7]

Thank you so much for all of these wonderfully detailed explanations and tips that are going to be incredibly helpful for me, as a beginner. I have so often had trouble making what I am trying to paint achieve the effects I wanted and/or have had issues crop up repeatedly that I have no idea what I did wrong or how to resolve.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@irmabecx4758]

This made a lot of sense to me, understanding what happens with the paint and water, and more importantly why it happens. Great stuff. :)

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thanks 😊

[@BernardineWalker]

Well explained! Thanks Michelle.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No worries 😁

[@carolwood4281]

I’m getting ready to organize my art room also. I’ve obtained some new storage shelves so I’m reorganizing everything. I’d love to see how you do it

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Sounds great!

[@celticpeasant9753]

Thank you so much Michele, this was brilliant and will help so much.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You are so welcome!

[@ruthward9626]

Thanks, Michele. Great advice!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Sanne333]

Thank you Michele ! You explain everything so well, I enjoy every video you upload. To the person trying to correct and teach you something about watercolour and advised you to watch some videos on blooms .... Thank you for making me laugh today, lol ! Have a great weekend Michelle !

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Aw thanks 🙏 You too!

[@annieh6021]

Thank you for yet another great video!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

My pleasure!

[@lavenderlaceladylavenderla5420]

Definitely interested in the tidying and storing. Xx

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Noted!

[@adaportnoy]

thank you, it was very useful video, I also would like a video about organizing your studio. I watched some of winter landscapes videos and downloaded all pdfs, it surely will be very useful for me. Thank you for all your wonderfool work.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're very welcome 🙂

[@bio7021]

Thank you so much! I just love your channel

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I'm so glad!

[@siennaonthenet2127]

Very helpful tips, thanks.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@annematten7218]

That was very helpful, thankyou.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You're welcome!

[@otterwench]

best two tips for me were letting the work dry and using a larger brush.

[@melindaavila498]

Thank you! So helpful!!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephanieh930]

Stretching paper only takes a few minutes to perform (as shown on your wonderful video!). Not only does my finished painting remain flat, but it is helpful for me (a beginner) to not have to deal with so much puddling and warping as I’m trying to learn to paint. Your Winter Landscape Challenge was so much fun that it was really challenging my patience to let things dry! Maybe I need a challenge that only releases a few minutes of instruction on the same painting each day so that I’m forced to let it dry overnight, haha. Awesome instruction, thank you!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Funny you should say that... Might just do that very thing next time 😉

[@jns0913]

Great tips. Thanks

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No problem!

[@dianarowny9192]

Never go back in to fix! Truth.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Easier to say than do of course 😅

[@jefftow1]

As always great content ty, do you ever use oil pastels, love to see some tutorials on oil pastels

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Well in that case you will like the last video I have planned before Christmas... keep watching!

[@PeterQuentercrimsonbamboo]

Why would KZbin have changed the placing of captions right smack into the image area, thus covering up part of the main area of what the KZbinr wants to show you?? Why did youtube not keep captions at the bottom edge out of the way of the main image area ?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Oh, sorry Peter, I've no idea! Maybe a different device or browser might change it?

[@PeterQuentercrimsonbamboo]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber - Ha!.. no need for sorry, Michele - not your doing ! must be someone at youtube trying to justify their job... inventing unnecessary supposedly-improvements' to things that already work just fine -

[@candicardenas5408]

Mitchelle is it ok to use masking tape for stretching my paper?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

You shouldn't use masking tape as it's an adhesive and will ruin the paper.

[@3534538]

Did you really say at the beginning that you as a teacher won't go to some (probably lay-)perspon's channel to learn how to paint? How dare you 🤣 (wiping off tears from laughter...) The last tip was the most interesting for me. It's logical that it would work this way but I somehow never had the idea to try this. Thank you very much for this video 🥰

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Ha ha. Sadly too busy for mansplaining 😁 Glad you liked the video 😊🙏

[@Petra0612]

Studio vlog, please!

[@DarkMoonSanctuary]

❤Great Video...❤

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Thank you!

[@DarkMoonSanctuary]

Love the glitter on your nails by the way quite fabulous...

[@mar_gheri_ta]

All Golden rules

[@marilynbeeby6435]

Lots of really good tips, Michele. The tip that made the greatest difference to my work was to stretch the paper. I would just like to say how much I'm enjoying the lanscape challenge. It's as though you're in the room as I paint 😊 Thank you yet again, I will certainly be doing more of your courses.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Excellent! There will be a course sale on Boxing day 😉

[@kathystaudenmayer2277]

Ha, I'm the teenager in a sports car 😂. Thanks for the good reminders.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Lol 😆

[@GaylePage1]

Excellent tips - thank you. I am trying to "Like" the video but there is only is Thumbs Down icon along the top. Is this usual?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Oo no! Glitch in the matrix I think 😁

[@lyndalbond8683]

The best one for me to remember is not going back to fix something - so hard not to do this

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

It's hard for sure 😊

[@user-sorleyboy]

Amazingly, I have never been interrupted by a cat biting my feet!

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

I can send one over if you like 🤣

[@user-sorleyboy]

@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber Thanks, but we have a plush Pug to oversee our diligence.

[@throughmyeyes9940]

Instead of letting the paint dry naturally, what about using a hair dryer instead?

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

A hairdryer may move and dull the pigments, I actually sometimes place the board in a warm place like above a radiator, a sunny windowsill, or in the airing cupboard, it's a gentler option.

[@throughmyeyes9940]

Thanks Michelle@@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber

[@schnook-in-boots1027]

Just my personal opinion ---- for whatever that's worth --- I was really looking forward to this "tutorial" to see if I had been missing out, but..... was turned totally off by your need to respond to critique. It came across (at least to me) as being just too snarky and made you seem just too thin skinned. Of course, it is your channel and you can say and do whatever you wish, but I can't think that I'm the only one turned off by it. I truly wish you well, but I think I am going to stick to a few other artists that focus on techniques and leave me with a positive attitude and feeling.

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

No problem. Sometimes I choose snark 😁

[@glennmorrison7595]

Yes, I need to learn how to organize and unclutter my art studio. Thank you for thinking of us. Have a wonder Christmas.❤

[@IntheStudiowithMicheleWebber]

Happy holidays!