Watercolour Masterclass 2 with Keith Hornblower

Gothic Church, Barcelona, painting dark to light

[@kimberleeknauf5693]

I thank you for this amazing demo....where has this been all my life? Where have YOU been all my life!? I have been trying to convince myself that it is OK to push the conventional approach to watercolor out the window for a very long time and now I know why. I am greatly inspired by your work and I am excited to try this technique.....there are no rules in watercolor is my new motto! I actually gasped when you "lifted" the paint over the arch.......Then I smiled! In your opinion, is neutral tint a way for watercolor artists to use black without saying it? HAR!

[@mikeburton1955]

Just goes to show that any watercolour rule can be broken. Fascinating to watch you. Thank you.

[@hornblowerart8981]

Thanks Mike and apologies for slow reply!

[@sherrym.2413]

I feel so fortunate to have found your channel!

[@user-xw6ky8ob4l]

Great learning experience with left handed Master colourist to tackle a challenging piece. Measured approach for aspiring water colourist. This DVD is unique instilling the state of mind to choose similar subject matter.Learning by doing is rewarding in all seasons.Many Thanks.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you!

[@pinkmom6187]

It was interesting to hear of Peach Black and to see sooooo much black used without everything being consumed by it; it's amazing to me that there is so much light and soft color shining through - wonderful artistry - amazing skill!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks for your comment - much appreciated!

[@kuldas9299]

Hauntingly beautiful and informative. Thanks for posting. I'm going to paint it tonight!

[@hornblowerart8981]

Sorry for slow reply. Thanks for your feedback and hope your painting went well 👍

[@arlindoteixeira2739]

Just amazing. Excellent technique. Seems perfect to paint buildings, boats, in a night scene. You rock. Never saw a tutorial or a paint of this subject so perfect! Congratulations.

[@HornblowerArt]

Not perfect, but that’s the point. Thank you!

[@adrianfbird]

Wow! I have never seen anyone paint like that before very inspiring

[@HornblowerArt]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you!

[@MaureenWest]

Thank you for this video! Now I am ready to blow through all my inhibitions and do the real dark tones. This is the best video I have ever seen on watercolor painting.

[@HornblowerArt]

Wow - thank you Maureen!

[@EdithMcClelland]

I was mesmerised from start to finish! Thank you for this video tutorial, Keith ... it was terrific, and I love your painting!

[@HornblowerArt]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@abaciaart]

Thank you for a clear, concise and informative tutorial. I am a beginner with watercolor and this was one of my favorite instructional videos. I would love more like this but I see it was posted 3 years ago. Wherever you are, thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you. I shall be doing more when I get time!

[@stopthatluca]

Fascinating. A technique I've not seen used much in other KZbins. Result is fabulous.

[@hornblowerart8981]

Thank you!

[@judylangmuir3600]

Such a fabulous approach! Who knew! It was like a long and fascinating reveal! Thank you!

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks Judy! 😊

[@yiolapitta7222]

Very atmospheric !! Amazing !!!

[@rogerbrown4022]

Great insight gained into creating fantastic atmosphere in a subject I would have avoided. Amazing, many thanks.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks Roger, much appreciated.

[@endertheawkwardemoji280]

fabulous painting and demo on how to achieve the effect, thank you for sharing

[@HornblowerArt]

Many thanks!

[@renudadu1485]

My God! absolutely brilliant ! unbelievable how you have so effortlessly used the dreaded dark colours, without making it muddy i learnt so much today. thank you for this very much

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you Renu Dadu. No need to dread the darks, they give meaning to the light! The mud only happens when you mix transparent and opaque pigments. The opaques contain white and look light and bright in the palette, so avoid them if you want intense darks. If you’re not sure, check out the manufacturer’s colour charts. Pigments are usually classed as transparent, semi-opaque or opaque.

[@kentsundberg8324]

Stunning!!! Had to watch it three times. Thank you for this amazing tutorial.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks for that Kent 👍

[@giorgiogrlj]

Well man. That was something superb. Enjoyed every minute of the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks Giorgio - much appreciated.

[@behzadamir-ansari5612]

Where were you when I was looking for alternative ways to paint. Thanks plenty and please more.

[@elderinewyrick1375]

Loved the painting. A new approach to me. Interesting

[@xelmiraraftman]

✨😍🙏✨Sublime, Master!! Wow! A big thank you for your generosity in gifting us this wonderful Masterclass! It is absolutely amazing to see how more than painting, you sculpt this magical and magnetic work of Art in less than an hour and a half! My deepest thanks, my absolute admiration and a big applause!! Thank you, thank you, thank you very much, Keith!!👏👏👏👏👏👏💖

[@HornblowerArt]

It’s my pleasure Xelmira 😊👍

[@carlosmarcodi1]

I LIKED SO MUCH!! I´VE HAD NEVER IMAGING THE USED OF COLOR BLACK. IT WAS AN AMAZIN CLASS. THAK YOU VERY MUCH!! AND SORRY IF MY ENGLISH IS NO CORRECT.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you, and your English is fine!😊

[@champapatel8663]

Very good technical very good idea😮

[@dougg1075]

Fantastic! Thanks very much for the lesson. I like your style man.

[@kikikoko3266]

Αριστούργημα!!! Ευχαριστούμε!!!

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you! 👍

[@jamestierney7123]

OUTSTANDING ! 👏🏻🙏🏼 ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR TALENT. Just found your channel Thank you 👍🏻

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks James. Hope to add more soon…

[@yd3941]

Great demo! Thanks!

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you! 👍

[@AndreaGomez-yz7kz]

Bello!!!!!, a la distancia se te agradece tu trabajo.

[@michelemccaslin9939]

Really beautiful…

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks Michele 😊

[@ericoberbel1316]

Realmente Hornblower é um grande mestre da pintura. É extraordinário a rapidez ao derramar toda tinta, sem perder o domínio sobre ela. Muita experiência, e muita habilidade adquirida. 👏👏🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@renatoarrue511]

Muy bueno, por favor en español.gracias

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you! 🙏

[@carlapasciuti8167]

0Thank you for your perfect English accent which allows me to understand everything you say. You are a very good teacher and following you is very relaxing. I love your art.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you for those kind words Carla. I’m glad you like my English! 😊

[@sergemassa2937]

Awesome work.... Love it. Thanks.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks!👍

[@peterfreeman1129]

I've been trying to paint in this strength of colour for ages, you've just saved me hours & hours of frustration. Superb work. Can't wait to get started.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks Peter - good to hear and good luck with your endeavours!

[@rawshan1994]

As a perfectionist painter this was crazy to Whatch

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks - I have no time for perfection..

[@prysiazhnyi]

This is really amazing, great technique

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks for commenting - much appreciated.

[@yuramazing]

Great work! I’ll have to try more serious lifting! 😊 Dark subjects in watercolor are very interesting

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you!

[@ambeth2376]

Amazing!

[@deniseaonso4558]

It's amazing thank you so much.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you Denise 😊

[@Nancy-tr5fi]

Lovely, thank you

[@user-lc6pn9yy9f]

THANKS FOR THIS WONDERFUL VIDEO!!

[@andy_warhola]

Fantastic, watercolour for grown ups. 👌

[@deborahmichaels7458]

I absolutely loved this technique! Your instruction was calm & clear, I learned a lot! Thank you.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you Deborah - I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@bythehandofbob]

Hell yeah

[@MrJairo3259]

Muito legal!

[@paulramos5373]

Thanks Keith. I found this video profoundly inspirational.

[@HornblowerArt]

Thank you Paul 🙏

[@malcolmtaylor1821]

This was amazing to watch, in fact it was top class excellent. I loved the way you planned it out effortlessly without the dreaded fear of using dark strong colours. These dark interior subjects have a unique feel of warmth and character so very special to watercolour painting, which I should definitely explore boldly, and with more confidence especially after watching this. Thanks for a superb video Keith, inspiring stuff indeed!!

[@hornblowerart8981]

Thanks Malcolm, your feedback is much appreciated and I wish you well in your own endeavours!

[@frenchgrama]

I’m amazed...speechless...you’ve made it look so easy, well at least MUCH easier than I ever imagined a dark subject like this would be to paint in watercolours - and yes, it is a beautiful painting. Can you please tell me, what brand of paper and what weight are you using? Thank you very much for sharing your process with us.

[@brucemckenziefraser139]

He says at 4:45 that it's Winsor & Newton 90lb rough 👍

[@Moodleprof]

wow, what a beautiful painting; love it !! I think it would be worth editing the video and shorten it though. It's difficult to watch for an hour and a half tbh. Also, why not consider post edit voice over instead of 'live' audio (I think Gary Tucker's videos are superb example). Anyway, this doesn't detract from the work Keith; absolutely stunning x

[@HornblowerArt]

Thanks for your observations Philip. An hour and a half is a long time; I demand commitment! 😉 I did this because people have commented on other videos, complaining about my edits and wanting to see the whole process in real time. But I agree that a post edit voice-over would work better. Next time!

[@dougg1075]

@@HornblowerArtit was perfect

[@frenchgrama]

Sorry, I just rewatched the video and remembered you saying you used Windsor and Newton watercolour 90lbs rough paper...

[@HornblowerArt]

No problem Magdalena and thank you for your kind comments. I would usually use a slightly heavier paper, 140lb/300gsm, Arches or Saunders Waterford rough. Occasionally I use Two Rivers deNimes if I'm going to get violent. It's the toughest paper known to man! 😉

[@SaudagarWarna]

Keith, enter Islam and success

[@kiwicloud4590]

Wow, youre like an actual God.

[@hornblowerart8981]

Thank you Allison - I haven't been called that before 😂

[@bythehandofbob]

More more more! Sell your house, sell your car! Just paint!

[@HornblowerArt]

Easy tiger! I’ll get around to doing some more soon. In the meantime I have a video available to buy as a DVD or stream from Townhouse Films at townhousefilms.co.uk/films-by-artist/artists-k-z/keith-hornblower-fsai/ 😊

[@robmeyer7985]

Sound too faint.