Why I Don't Use a Watercolor Palette - How to Mix Colors for Beginners

[@josephmclord]

You’re the most fun KZbinr to learn watercoloring from, you are making my journey a joy. I feel like there are no restrictions to what I can do and get better at my own pace, thanks a lot!

[@KristyRice]

Thank you :) Cheers!!

[@karehhartig7287]

#boop ! Lol isn't Kristy the best ?!!! 😙

[@poibeans8341]

I am not going to lie I screamed throughout the whole video! :,D I am a painter that needs a palette to mix the colors together, and clear pigments to get even washes. I could never dab continuously directly into another pan with a pigment loaded brush, but I can see the nice effects you can get by letting the pigments to their thing on the paper! Sometimes I do, but then again I make sure the pan is clean in its own color again, and that I use barely a corner. I would never say this painting style is wrong, nor do I want to imply that in any ways, just making sure that this is clear. Each painting style is individual and valid, and everyone should paint how it suits them the best and enjoys it the most!

[@KristyRice]

Well here's the good news...you can still totally mix on the page, avoid a palette and not double dip in your paint pans...just rinse in between and you'll get the same fee, dynamic vibe I do but without "contaminating" pans :) Ohhh I know this painting style is "wrong" by many standards. It works for me and like you said I want to widen the idea of what is valid and valued, especially for beginner painters! Thanks so so much for your wise words.

[@robinbrown7953]

Right....you should never say " stop mixing on your pallet....and even mixing on the paper has many ways of doing so...many that work better than this style

[@nobodynothing2594]

What a great way to waste a tonne of good paint whether this way or mixing on paper. For some of us who cannot afford much, all that you wipe on tissue or mix on paper would’ve helped create more art. Peace 😊

[@jparkhku]

a blast indeed...thanks

[@theresaquidi]

You sure inspire the beginner to let loose and carefree! You are clearly walking successfully in your calling.

[@KristyRice]

Awww thanks!!

[@wavewatcher_]

You’re so charming! The technique is also very cool! Seems to work just with a very specific style and when you have lots of different colors in your palette, though

[@KristyRice]

Yes definitely :)

[@beckysumrall6443]

7:18 You may have just given me the keys to the water color bondage I have found myself in. Seriously, mixing colors just sucks the joy out of me. My creative self resonates with this type of mixing. Thank you!!!!

[@atwinkleintheireyes]

You are the kind of artist I’ve been waiting to find! I actually love your style and watching you mixing on the paper just gets me excited about trying it too! Thanks for being different and owning it and sharing it with us ♥️

[@KristyRice]

You are very welcome XO

[@JannGray]

Couldn't agree more! Refreshing and joyful!💕

[@roseanncorbin4245]

I've just discovered that I enjoy watercolor painting, I've never done it before and you make me believe I can make beautiful things. Thank you.

[@KristyRice]

Go for it!

[@Hermes2423]

I love being a watercolor neophyte because I don’t have ANY preconceived notions as to what is the proper way to do things. My mind is so open that my brains are falling out all over my paintings but instead of freaking out I just blend in that gray matter using techniques I learned from you! Hahaha! Being a rule-bender my whole life, the only thing making me a tad bit uncomfortable is that I have no hard and fast rules to break. Like you said though, it is so freeing- what a great place to live!!!

[@KristyRice]

Indeed this is a glorious place to live. Having not a clue at the start of something is a lovely-land of opportunity!! So glad you’re here!!!

[@fionafrazer8820]

Now I have to go and lie down in a darkened room! This was giving me such palpitations! I absolutely love the effects you get, and maybe, in another dimension, I will try this - but until then, I will clean my palette daily, mix on a porcelain tray - and never experience the joy you do!

[@KristyRice]

It’s kind of blowing my mind why this is making some of your nervous! I mean no judgement at all but I’m intrigued. I was taught by a classic/realistic style watercolorist…she never cleaned her palette and double dipped alll day long!

[@fionafrazer8820]

@@KristyRice ah - never had a lesson in my life! There’s the difference!

[@lili721]

🤣

[@appleknocker56]

Just a beginner at water color but feel my personality (want things in order) just want my colors pure at this moment until (if ever) could do like you! Can tell you know how the colors look layered but while still learning need to know my real colors.

[@lyladiamond8]

Kristy “Do you see what’s happening here?” Me “Yes, anxiety” 😅 I wish I would mix like that in real time but my brain will not allow.

[@EWats-gz6mk]

You are so brave! I have a less loose style but I learn a lot from you about how the act of creating is more important than the finished piece. You also inspired me to make a “What happens when I…” journal and I love the results when I mix on the page and charge / drop in different colors. That’s the magic of watercolor for me! ❤

[@LisaAnnOberbrunner]

A couple of decades ago, I took a few classes in soft pastels. I got used to blending on the paper, so I'm more comfortable than most people with blending on the paper with other mediums.

[@KristyRice]

Ahhhh I never thought about this connection! Yes, thank you!

[@marleenhigginbotham3242]

I love it. Mixing the paints on the page is so not boring. Seems to be more life with this style. Makes more sense to me. Gives me the look I am after and lean towards. Thanks so much for not being a purist watercolorist. I just love it!

[@KristyRice]

Glad you like it!

[@heidicausey9842]

Nope. I could never cross contaminate my colors. It gives me anxeity and I feel like wastes color. I do make pools of single colors on my pallete and mix on the page that way

[@KristyRice]

I get that. Do what feels good for you! I just want to give folks another way, a different way!

[@heidicausey9842]

It is a great way to be spontaneous, and if I work stright from the tube I dont mind it as much. Anyone who can do this amazes me. It also helps from over mixing.

[@KristyRice]

@@heidicausey9842 oohhh that’s a good idea… working right from the tube to keep the mess at bay!!!

[@Scottlp2]

I have two yellow wells in my palette because almost impossible to avoid contaminating yellow.

[@RendaJane]

Except for yellows, I can do it!!!! I hate my yellow getting contaminated.

[@DollfieMew]

I'm new to watercolor. I feel I cannot contaminate because I need perfect colors. It freaks me out, but I see a lot of artists on youtube cross contaminate thier watercolors. I'm going to let go and try it! It sounds way more fun to be free with it instead of spending all my time rinsing my brush. Thank you for the demonstration! I love the mixing on the page idea ❤

[@KristyRice]

Let me know how to goes!!

[@lauragrissommorris6000]

Just love the creative, “thinking outside the box” suggestion. Sooooo many ways to paint, makes we want to paint more!

[@KristyRice]

Yaya exactly!!

[@mieczyslawapascoe7234]

Right. Mixing on the paper, not on the palette is the second most important (for me) option/technique I learned from you, Kristy. I didn't know about it but it opens a world of possibilities. The first one was spraying your paints and keeping them 'juicy'. Thank you, Kristy. ❤️

[@KristyRice]

Yes yes yes, there’s good stuff that happens on the page!!!

[@shhhon]

I do this too and you’re right it makes some great effects and blends of colors, that’s why we do it lol but extra tip for any of your viewers who may be newer to watercolor, you can also have several clean brushes and dedicate one to each color if you’re not doing the first technique. Or you can move some paint of each color you want to use over to a clean spot on your palette and pick them up onto the same brush from there. Hope that makes sense. Just another tool if you want to keep your individual pans of paints clean

[@KristyRice]

Thanks for chiming in! Good stuff!

[@mareemcdonald9118]

You have given me the inspiration to get back into water color ... never was an expert just a beginner and some how you seem to take the fear of doing wrong .

[@JannGray]

Oh my...you make me smile...instant joy...and this kind of painting speaks to my creative soul!👩🏼‍🎨💕

[@KristyRice]

I'm so glad!

[@fondasharkey-wyatt9944]

I am just learning, and I love the freedom of "just doing". I used to feel like things had to be perfect on the first try. Now I just do it to play. It's not for others, but I find that others like what I do. When it's play, I can experiment and discover things I didn't think would work, but do. My attitude about doing art is "just play".

[@KristyRice]

Great attitude!

[@jenniegem5338]

Me too girl ! I just love putting color on the paper.

[@MARIAdianeMARIE]

This is eye opening for me, Kristy! I'm used to putting a lot of thought into my paintings. But here it's just so free! I will definitely give this a try. Thank you for sharing this technique. 😊

[@KristyRice]

You can still put a lot of thought for sure, but you don’t need to agonize over decisions or techniques. That’s really all I’m sayin’

[@sarakatharina2928]

You are so very nice and encouraging. You're bringing some Bob Ross-feeling and happy happy painting-tears to my eyes 🎨🖼️

[@karenbarth8908]

You are my godsend. I am a realistic colored pencil artist. I was invited to and actually had an exhibit at a local art gallery last month, so I must not completely suck. Anyway, I decided to try my hand at Watercolors. I have been almost in tears with frustration. I am horrible at it. (I painted with acrylic some years ago) I can't tell you how many sheets of watercolor paper that have been torn and thrown into the trash. I can't get anything right. Then, just yesterday I found you on youtube. I have been through your first beginners video and doing the WOWD chart. Am redoing today just because I just have to. Then today I see this video. OH MY GOSH! Mixing from my paints is what I kept finding myself trying to do. I thought it was a big faux pas. I don't know if you are familiar with PanPastels, but I have done that all of the time with those and a paint brush to do backgrounds. It just seems so natural to me. But you just turn everything I have watched and read upside down. Thank you. You make me want to try again. And believe me, it is killing me to go back to my drafting table. But I will. I am glad you have so many videos. If anything, even if I never get it, you make me smile. :)

[@KristyRice]

I am so glad to hear from you and hope that in the time since this comment that you've gone back to the table?

[@karenbarth8908]

@@KristyRice Yes!

[@darlaworden2670]

Oh my! I remember in grade school we were told never to cross colors in the pans. Trying to get enough of the right colors on a pallet instead was difficult and cumbersome so I was always frustrated. I avoided painting completely until I discovered acrylics which by their liquid nature are easy to mix. Still, I love watercolors and wished for the same ease. This video was like being released from watercolor jail! My flower and fruit finally have a natural depth. Thank you!

[@KristyRice]

You are so welcome!

[@munibaameen]

I love the way you say..to come along..even if I'm not ready....I jump to it!! Thanx lovely

[@KristyRice]

Yes!! Leaping creatively is good for us!!

[@jennw6809]

It's great mixing on the paper for certain effects, but I also love mixing paints and I get a lot of joy from seeing what colors I can make on a palette too. It's very difficult to mix perfect neutrals this way, I think both methods are valid!

[@KristyRice]

Absolutely!! I only want folks to know there is another way if mixing is stressful😘❤️

[@shariherrington7035]

I absolutely LOVE your bright and cheery personality and beautiful, fun paintings! So, so fun! Thank God for you. Totally watching a ton more videos. Take care!

[@KristyRice]

Oh my gosh, this comment, WOW thank you!! Ton more videos coming!!!!

[@nancyallison4131]

I'm so glad I watched you. I'm a beginner and all the videos I've seen have you mixing on a pallette. I end up running out of paint to finish and get frustrated because my colors don't mix the same the 2nd time. This is my life saver!

[@user-kf2wd8yi4e]

This looks great. I will try this when I get home from hospital tomorrow. I may have mentioned it before but I love your dagger brushes. I can do this fine lines which I can’t do with a liner brush. Yay to colour mixing on the page.

[@sunnyjoy229]

I am glad I found you! I do the same, mix on paper and don't want to wash paint. You gave a tip on cleaning when things get too messy, that was helpful. Thanks!

[@virginiab.8050]

Wow! I've only been following Kristy for a few days but my watercolor has really taken off. These videos are informative and accessible AND fun! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

[@KristyRice]

I'm so glad! Wow!!!

[@Wallowby]

This video made my morning while having a cup of coffee. Spent all day yesterday painting, before I decided I needed new brushes and some rough watercolor paper. Your videos will a good mood addition to my daily routine.

[@KristyRice]

Wonderful!

[@astridrios1155]

I just fall in love all over again every time I watch your creative videos 😍😍😍

[@KristyRice]

Wow, thank you!

[@ahollingsworth4629]

What fun this was! I was so skeptical but it was awesome!

[@stellaball7289]

Love your energy, it is reflected in your work. I will definitely be watching more of your videos

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so so much!! Sorry for the delayed reply!

[@pantalonious3984]

I’m not gonna lie, at the 3:25 mark and YES I THINK YOU MIGHT BE CERTIFIABLE! But I’m Intrigued!! Back to the video! I am SUCH a stickler for perfection and i believe it’s hindering my progress with this medium so here’s to hoping you can help!! I’m not gonna jump right into my best paints with this but I am certainly going to give it a try first thing in the morning, Bedtime for now!!

[@KristyRice]

Okay okay I waited patiently to reply so you could have time to watch my entire crazy video! So tell me, do you still think I'm insane? Did you give it a try? Can't wait to hear!

[@pantalonious3984]

@@KristyRice i did indeed and was quite happy with the results of playing and just making brush strokes and seeing what colors do what with one another. I especially love this idea for learning a new color palette to see what’s possible from it while practicing brush strokes and warm ups. I will say this caused me to dive a bit deeper into the whole “one stroke” aspect of watercolor florals which was very fun!! Thanks Kristy!! I def hit the bell to see more of your videos. I really needEd to loosen up and learn to just enjoy the process so much more than I do!!!

[@pantalonious3984]

@@KristyRice o do have to admit that it killed a small piece of my soul when I attempted it the first time because I went right in on my single pigment palette (my good stufff) and I promptly cleaned it up and pulled out my favorite student grade palette and used that instead and I had an absolute blast. I have decided that I’m going to still do on the page mixing but not straight out of my pans, I’m gonna choose the colors ahead of time and lay them out on the palette and then pull from those so I really don’t have to stress about cross color contamination because it really drives me THAG crazy. I do honestly believe this is going to be a great experience for me so learn how to just let go more and more, hopefully with each painting

[@karenburns4106]

Loved the boldness of the colors.

[@KristyRice]

Thanks!!

[@bluebiegrace1828]

Come to think of it, I don’t either. It’s just my personal watercolor work wired system. Kristy, your work flow is so enjoyable to watch and learn.

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much!

[@kjmav10135]

After months of learning watercolor by carefully sketching and mixing according to various instruction books, this is so refreshing! I think I want to try this!

[@KristyRice]

You can do it!

[@mllesheldon]

I really needed this boost today. My roommate heard me answering your questions aloud in the video and wanted to know who I was talking to ! Thanks for sharing your joy with the world on here. It's bringing me light on the dark winter days.

[@KristyRice]

Hhahaha I love that you were answering me!! Doesn’t this month feel like it’s taking forverrr???

[@brandenborn4277]

I love listening to you as you paint, it cracks me up. This is great.

[@KristyRice]

Ha yes I’m a bit of a goof and will almost always say anything I feel!!!

[@LaurenCarman]

This was amazing. It opened my eyes to what was happening with the paint, and showed me how to recreate this color mixing style I adore so much. Mixing in the well or on the brush is awesome for me

[@KristyRice]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CanadianMum444]

I did freak out at first but seriously I can’t believe I didn’t think of this sooner!!! It’s going to let me paint quicker, more fun and probably better than the rotten colours I spend 30 minutes min creating first like i as taught as a teen! Mind blown 🤯🙃♥️👍🏼

[@KristyRice]

Oooh yay! Hope you try it!!!

[@annhinson5670]

This will be something new to try. I'm going to play around with it and see what effects I get. I've been mixing my paints on a pallet because that's what a lot of the other artists say to do.

[@KristyRice]

Of course, palette mixing is a standard and I’m not suggesting never mixing on a palette but my weird way is a fun thing to try :)

[@jenniegem5338]

I paint this way. I find it much more spontaneous and fun. Love your videos!

[@KristyRice]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@theyarnbadger7374]

I love this, I dye yarn and the dye colour has to be applied to the yarn there’s no side mixing palette. This is the most wonderful way to invite lots of joy & colour to a painting without it being too fussy. Beautiful thank you so much I love love love your videos ❤

[@CaroleLavergne-cb8qx]

So freeing and exciting to Pick Up Another Colour, loving it! 😍

[@virginiabaer1110]

FUN and so HAPPY Colors! Love💓 what you do so spontaneous and joyful ❣️

[@KristyRice]

Thank you!!!

[@JoPurpleLove]

I love doing this. I don't bother cleaning up the 'cross contamination' because to me it's just happy accidents for the future. I find if I want the paint to be cleaner, just mixing in some extra water on the mixed color brings it mostly back to its original color anyways without having to wipe it away. love this and your enthusiasm!

[@KristyRice]

Happy accidents for the future! Love it!!!

[@stephaniepaints]

I love this Kristy! I paint both ways. There is *definitely* such a thing as being too precious and stiff with your work, and I love your free-spirit perspective and how you combat that. I always thought it wise to practice breaking the rules to offset any kind of stagnation that can come from being too structured. Not to mention when you are too structured, you can often lose some of that qi that comes through while creating. I love how your channel encourages people to make sure they are nurturing this side of themselves

[@KristyRice]

Oh goodness, you are so kind :)

[@lauraweir443]

Ok. I commented about “ no palette mixing” earlier today on a different video , and was kindly directed to this video. Love It! I’m in ZERO danger of becoming OCD. but these results are so pretty. TBH, until I’m more secure, I might have both a messy and pure palette in my watercolor box. Kristy, you’re awesome.

[@KristyRice]

Perfect excuse for more palettes, lol!!

[@Elliria_home]

What fun. This appeals to the inner me that has always added colors that "don't belong" to anything and everything just because I felt they were needed. I love how liberally you set about doing just that. I haven't been as free as you, however, and have restricted myself to always being very careful to not contaminate my colors with other colors. Your demonstration proves that that's not a concern and that even the clean-up of those errant colors afterwards can lead to a whole new painting without wasting any of them. Not only that, but some of them are such nice combinations that it might be a pleasure to come back to them in the next session without having cleaned them up. I believe you've just set this bird free.

[@KristyRice]

Yessss I’ve found that leaving the edges of my half pans a bit “dirty” is super inspiring for the next painting. I paint in a way that rewards me for being pretty flexible.

[@Elliria_home]

Awesome. Good to know. I don't know why I've been so hung up on keeping it all neat before. These mixed-up colors are gorgeous and make for some interesting results. I especially like using them for gems, like opals, where you can pretty well just go nuts with color and it's going to turn out remarkably well even if you haven't done them before.

[@MsSylvana63]

Much appreciation for your Joyful energy and artistic flare , I find myself inspired and smiling ✨👌🏾

[@KristyRice]

Wonderful!

[@jingles1963]

So fun! I've been painting with you through several of your videos. I've never done watercolor or any type of painting before. Having so much fun! I love your enthusiasm and cheerfulness! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and encouragement!

[@KristyRice]

Wonderful! So glad :)

[@amandapittman7118]

Thank you for sharing this fabulous tip. I’m going to try this technique immediately.

[@vivianwalsh1098]

I'm so taken with your techniques!

[@KristyRice]

Aww thanks!

[@togetvj]

I think your pallete and pans look like a Shamset Tabrejee painting. Chaos! 😱😄

[@KristyRice]

Welp…. Okay? I’m not sure what to say! This is what every palette I own looks like… and I paint for my living. This way isn’t for everyone!

[@anettedouglasdotter]

What a wonderful way of mixing and painting! 🌟 Thank you so much for this video! ❤ Greetings from Sweden! 🇸🇪

[@KristyRice]

Awww thanks, glad you’re enjoying!!!

[@julierose406]

Tried this and loved the result! Will be doing it again for sure! Love the freedom ir allows.

[@KristyRice]

Ooohhh I’m so glad!!

[@lisarodgers2534]

Those leaves were amazing!! You are a genus! I am an absolute beginner and color mixing is a fail for me right now. I will try this ❤️

[@KristyRice]

Yay!!!

[@marie4pocheswoodworkingmar828]

I love your énergie! You are excited about colours as much as I can be ! I thought it was the only one feeling like that 😂! It’s so great to feel that craziness about colours 😝

[@KristyRice]

You’re not alone!!

[@letha57]

I love your techniques and your personality. I’m so glad I found your videos.

[@KristyRice]

Thank you!

[@psoik]

I just discovered you this week you are by far the most fun artist ever… i’m so glad I found you!

[@KristyRice]

Oh my gosh thank you!!! Welcome welcome!

[@zahrayasmine5200]

I enjoyed watching this am definatly doing this

[@shhhon]

Have you tried a paint puck for cleaning? I keep one in an small jar of water and one in a larger container and you can get your brush super clean with zero soap which lets me clean my brushes as I go! If you haven’t trie it yet I recommend buying the set of 3 pucks. They are silicone and suction cup on one side, brush cleaner nibs on the other.

[@KristyRice]

I haven’t! I was always nervous they’d be too rough in my brushes? No?

[@priscillawarren9979]

Fabulous technique and gorgeous results.

[@KristyRice]

Thank you! Hope you try it!

[@pamr.3723]

You are so funny! I love the way you take fear out of watercolor. I draw alot in color pencil and charcoal with sucess and seems like watercolor has been my hardest medium to date. Your giving me confidence to keep trying. Thanks!!

[@KristyRice]

Oh thank you!

[@picklesnoutpenobscott3165]

I love love love this, and you aresooooo my paint crush, yes, I am confessing!!

[@vivianmar7765]

Kristy, thank you very much. I am glad to watch your videos. You inspired me. I can’t wait to try them. It’s fun to learn from you.

[@KristyRice]

💃🏻❤️💃🏻

[@swolfie]

I'm binging on your videos! I will definitely have to try this. I'm an acrylic painter, trying to learn watercolor, and trying to mix on a separate palette has not been working great for me. This technique reminds me of the feel of mixing acrylic paints, and it seems natural and fun. I can't wait to try!

[@KristyRice]

Awesome! Did you try?

[@cherispellman8649]

I do hope you try!

[@job3687]

Love the effects you achieve!!!!! I've never tried this, but I AM going to! I could binge watch your videos! Thanks for being you! And for sharing your knowledge and talent!!!

[@KristyRice]

You’re very welcome!

[@leslietempleton9422]

Love it :) Thank you!! I just started watercolor painting. I have been using acrylics for years and know nothing about water colors so I just learned a few things :)

[@RainbowCollage]

This was fun Thanks for helping me play.

[@KristyRice]

Any time!

[@lbjsweetp]

Yesterday I mentioned in comments how I learned so much. This was exactly it! I waist so much time mixing that I am exhausted at the end of that and I don’t want to do anymore. Friend I had the shirt with the ponytail and glasses long before I saw your channel but now I know that it’s fate, we are ment to be FRIENDS.

[@KristyRice]

Be an antimixer for a while! See how you feel!!

[@mariafuentes6083]

It is a lot of fun!

[@reeniebell871]

Oh yes I so want to give this a go. The joy of the freedom 🤩

[@KristyRice]

Do it do it!!!

[@reeniebell871]

@@KristyRice painting along with you and your watercolor brushes for beginners. I sent a message to you on IG earlier today re the Art for Joy's Sake brush collection I recently purchased. I have a query with it and would love to hear back.

[@KristyRice]

@@reeniebell871 okay let me go look :)

[@patmclean416]

This is so eye opening. Thanks.

[@KristyRice]

You bet!!

[@christineyonet7334]

Wow this is so down my lane!!! I must do this i bet i will love it! Thank you so much 😊

[@KristyRice]

Hope you like it! :)

[@bearball49]

I make such a mess and it seems I waste a lot of paint. I love what you do and the fact that you are showing how to fix things by lifting. I bet I find a color that I like this way a lot quicker. I keep adding more colors trying to find the perfect shade that I could paint my living room with the leftovers..This gives me real hope of learning and having fun at the same time. Love it. I am way too anal when I paint and this should help to loosen me up.

[@KristyRice]

Paint is never wasted! Keep going, follow your instinct to loosen up and just keep painting xo

[@samgreeneggs8101]

You would love Cindy Baron. She never mixes colours on a pallette but always always on the paper. Plus she barely touches her paper with the brush for days. She does colour washes, mixing colours for days on the paper without her brush ever touching it until about the fifth layer of wash. She is fascinating! I’m not saying she is better than you, she’s totally different in her style of painting. You are fascinating and joyful in your own right. Love your videos!

[@KristyRice]

I neeed to check her out, sounds captivating!!!

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

I must give this method a try, with those paints I never use, still not ready for the contamination🙂. Great video perfect for getting the old mojo going.

[@KristyRice]

Yes do it!!

[@KittehNow]

I'm THRILLED... cannot WAIT to play with this. TY💥💣😉

[@KristyRice]

You are WELCOME!

[@catherinetidbold9030]

this was excellent, absolutely love the flower and leaves, can't wait to try myself!

[@KristyRice]

Yay!!

[@SK-rs3vw]

periwinkle nonsense! :D Love it. You are my kinda painter....so much fun and inspiring me so much to actually pick up from years ago to play with color

[@KristyRice]

I'm so glad!l

[@annettastlouis3303]

Love the freedom .. great stuff Kristy !!

[@KristyRice]

Yaya, thanks!!

[@karenskillender6684]

Wow! Seems a little unconventional, but I love this idea!!! I’m a new painter and definitely afraid of the mess…. Will be trying this! You are very inspiring! Thank you!

[@KristyRice]

Hahaha it’s totally unconventional!! Something you can do if the potential mess is stressful-have a “play” palette at the ready that you don’t care too much about “messing up”. Now I’ll say I paint like this with allllll of my palettes, I create artwork they people buy-I’ve never ruined a palette painting like this :)

[@terrigronewold9898]

I think I will Love this technique! Thank you for the non boring variety!

[@MHiFacesTheWorld]

Omgosh! I adore you! How have I not found you before today 🤗 excited to try this technique!!

[@KristyRice]

Yay!!! Glad you’re here!!!

[@marlenedegrood]

I Love your style! I’m a no palette girl myself

[@mariacalixta4598]

Oh yes, that is organic. And have done before snd I feel powerful and free.

[@KristyRice]

Yesss!!

[@lesavdesabonnes]

Just Do what you want!

[@janaamaral7511]

I love your videos! Glad I found you here!!!

[@KristyRice]

I'm so glad!

[@loricarroll3662]

I would keep a separate set of watercolors for painting like this.

[@KristyRice]

Sounds good!!

[@martibriner2305]

I love this. I will use it but I need to get more colors. And ot all the time.

[@KristyRice]

:)

[@anca5480]

Sei meravigliosa! 💜I love all your works! 💜

[@KristyRice]

Thank you!!

[@karehhartig7287]

THUMBS UP 👍 #boop ! Absolutely beautiful Kristy ! . 😍 That brush is a Magickal Wand in your hands ! 😆 😘🥰🌀 Happy Ostara Sister. 🐇🥚🌱🏞

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much!!

[@destresswithyoga]

I love your attitude with this!!! Sometimes you just have to have playful fun!!!! New sub!

[@KristyRice]

Welcome welcome! Glad you’re here!!

[@eaupoetique]

L🌸ving this! I always love your exciting use of colors! And how you make it so accessible! 🤗✨🌸🌷💌

[@KristyRice]

Oh this makes me happy, thank you!

[@Shilo2020]

Gorgeous colours! I need to loosen up a bit! I'm also newer to watercolours! 🤯

[@KristyRice]

Well I’m glad you’re here!

[@joshlynn7014]

Seems this is great as we begin, or just to sit and be spontaneous. I’m embarking on a 15-30 min daily practice, this will help me not over think it!!Trying to be in control of exact color we end up with is too much of a challenge in beginning before we learn the colors and their ways, opaque, or transparent etc. Later making charts and mixing ahead for a project but to make art happen this is the ticket. Maybe two palettes for persons that must control🤷‍♀️

[@KristyRice]

I love hearing this :)