Why I paint everything purple

[@catsaww]

Why I'm so early! I just found ur channel TODAY! I love ur vids and ur so underrated as cool! 💗💗💗💖💖💖

[@dannydrwing]

Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel!!

[@missmayflower]

How is 66.9 thousand subscribers “underrated”?

[@catsaww]

@@missmayflower he didnt have that many when i commented this but i forget i was prob saying he should have a million or more😄

[@mlarks28]

I watched a video earlier today by Emma Jane Lefebvre (watercolour). She was experimenting with this underpainting technique and bigging you up and sending people out to hunt you down. I commented on her results at the time, comparing a painted pumpkin with and without the use of underpainting and my personal conclusion was that the underpainted version looked far more organic and realistic. I think your examples of the banana have only strengthened my conviction regarding this. What a brilliant technique this is and, also, learning more and understanding this technique has surely got to be a valuable addition to one's watercolour painting armoury. Thank you.

[@dannydrwing]

Welcome! So awesome of her to try it out and mention me :) glad you’re here!

[@ionlyemergeafterdark]

I have been doing watercolour for a few years. I think your underpainting technique is great. The piece then looks more finished, more professional, and more interesting to look at.

[@neginf9818]

I think both bananas look great, but the colors on the right banana with the undertone look more rich and maybe even more realistic because of that. Thank you for the tip!

[@dannydrwing]

I agree with you! Underpainting isn’t always practical but it can be useful sometimes!

[@neginf9818]

@@dannydrwing Right! Usually when I'm watercoloring, I don't mind taking my time and enjoying what I'm doing, so this is great to practice with. But even if I'm not as patient, I think if there's a style I'm going for, then this is definitely worth it nonetheless 😊

[@Ms1lonewolf]

Wow I always wondered about underpinning in watercolor but no one was showing any one how to do this technique! This is awesome! Please do more underpaintings! 🙏 I'd love to learn this. ❤ Thank you. JK FLORIDA USA 🇺🇸

[@alansaxon]

Ok… you’ve definitely convinced me! The biggest problem I have with water colour could well be alleviated by under painting! Thank you!

[@dannydrwing]

It’s worth giving a shot!

[@marlbboro8091]

Agree. thank you for explaining underpainting so clearly. I have been looking for it for so long! I found you via your shorts! ❤️🙏🏽

[@WonderAboutUs]

Ever since I started watching your videos, I started underpainting my watercolors instead of mixing them. I’ve been so pleased with the results. The paintings look more interesting because you can see more than just the two colors.

[@tttttt-pk5jq]

I've wanted to learn underpainting for so long and your videos have been beyond helpful ❤ you deserve more fame man you're crazy talented

[@dannydrwing]

Thanks so much! I’m not an expert by any means but hopefully it inspires you to try something new!

[@lizzy9975]

Wow! The purple undertones is a game changer. Particularly good if you're not able to find values and paint them in.

[@jennifern9373]

Totally agree about doing the under layer. Also doing the speckles on fruit/ plant earlier than later makes a big difference, thanks for the tip.😊

[@Im_Banana_]

never knew this was an actual technique, I've always struggled with watercolor because i was used to always starting with the darker tones, and this technique might be exactly what i needed. thank you:)

[@dannydrwing]

Good luck!

[@marina-hermione]

Whenever working with colour when I was younger, I always liked colouring in abnormal colours because of the complex palette that’s in nearly everything we see. I’m hoping to get back into painting and found your channel to get some encouragement - thank you!

[@phillange166]

Your videos are well-scripted and fascinating. It would help us a lot if you tell us when you let the paint dry before applying the next layer. For ex., in your most excellent blue apple painting (!), when you applied yellow, I thought 'Ooops, it'll turn green' because all of my blues and yellows make green. I could only wonder if you let it dry, or if you had a specific brand and hues that allowed this. Whether applied wet or dry is crucial info.

[@annevickers3307]

Emma Jane Lefebvre referenced your video on this. I’m glad she did, because I’ve never tried this, and I can’t wait. Thank you.

[@Lauraisabelgonzalezart]

The purple leaning banana looks like the Platains we eat here at home!

[@HaleyNohrden]

i blinked when the screen cut to grey in a dark room and was so freaking confused i blinked like 10 more times until i realized that it lined up with what you were talking about 😅

[@dannydrwing]

The ✨ e d i t i n g ✨

[@kikkic.235]

I do a similar type of layering even with acrylic paints. Usually for when I'm doing scenery sections between dirt and bushes/trees. So it's mashes sense to me. I like your video. 😊

[@c.retana-holguin8318]

Speaking of hue, value, and chroma--the banana on the right had a richer more saturated chroma that you created by that purple underpainting. Thanks!

[@anuragdey_]

Can't wait to see you grow. You'll be big.

[@dannydrwing]

One day! Thanks for following along!

[@tavenchristensen3157]

That’s crazy! They both look good. I really don’t know which one I like better. This might just help me out A LOT. Later 👍🏼

[@patmuscarella8279]

Yes. Why not. Love underpinning. Why haven't I seen this before?? Please keep going. It's crazy good

[@pennyclark9079]

Brilliant!!! the underpainting adds another layer of realism Thanks

[@mollygilfillan6551]

Hi Danny, I need help painting realistic values , underpainting or otherwise. Glad I found your channel, joust subscribed. . you’re a great teacher, thank you. 😊

[@dannydrwing]

Thanks, Molly!

[@oakleyy14]

I recently found out about this channel and the tips for these types of painting are really helpful! tried it myself and it works MAGNIFICENTLY! thanks a lot! :)

[@lindas.martin2806]

A very good explanation and demonstration. You might do a similar demonstration with objects a tad larger. Another video might be of value with examples of painters, watercolorists and oil painters, who use underpainting to determine values before adding color. Have a great day.

[@mccorade5941]

The shadows and textures were a lot clearer on the under painted banana, but ended up rather muddy when you added them after the fact on the left banana. So there definitely seems to be a use for underpainting.

[@Vanessaprohaska]

Sort of like doing an oil painting. One begins the underpainting with sephia . I love it!

[@NeresamaGamingOfficial]

I don't think ur going to answer because im 11 months late, but if anyone can help id really appreciate it. The question is, do you *ALWAYS* use purple or blue as an undertone or only when It's a light/warm color on top? Like yellow here for example.

[@susanstrickland6550]

Love your way of teaching keep them coming. This is awesome information

[@dannydrwing]

Thank you! Will do!

[@dalizard88]

Thank you, Danny! This was extremely useful. I have seen many videos of artists do this but did not know until now.☺️

[@dannydrwing]

Glad it was helpful! I’ll keep doing more!

[@One_gruntled_woman]

I think it looks marvelous and I cannot wait to try this!

[@shantanukumar5002]

You're so amazing. Thankyou for the knowledge. I will use it in my painting next time. Have a great day! :)

[@dannydrwing]

Good luck!

[@1fredricka]

interesting! Thank You for the video.

[@DAYbreaking_Ideas]

This was great. Thank you! I came over from watching a video from another KZbinr so.....the knowledge speeds. :)

[@dannydrwing]

Welcome!

[@Int3rstel1ar]

A purple ad came on before I watched this ☠️

[@joanpettengill2758]

Very nice! Thank you.

[@casajessa]

Is it possible to do a video on how to create shadows on an object? 🙏

[@bookwyrm8181]

Do you use a different color depending on what’s going on top? Like if I was doing a green leaf, I would use red because it’s the opposite and if I was doing an orange flower I would use blue?

[@dannydrwing]

You could, yes. In general we underpaint with a cool color because shades tend to be a cooler, muted version of the main color, but you skittles experiment!

[@elainegroom1989]

I like your simple explanation for underpainting. I think it gives a better natural look & feel to the painting ❤ Love your videos. Keep making them please.😁

[@sweethomes674]

Excellent explanations and techniques 😊

[@squirrele4495]

If I am painting a cold light, should my underpaint be yellow? Should my second layer of underpaint be object-specific complimentary (i.e. a purple banana)?

[@dannydrwing]

Shadow = base color + compliment + tint from light source(s)

[@baraamaameche4092]

what do you use for water colors and papers -I m realy obssesd with your content -

[@dannydrwing]

I use pretty cheap stuff right now! If you’re just starting I don’t think there’s a big reason to spend a lot before you know if you like it.

[@kazziemaccie]

I just found your channel. This looks so helpful. Will definitely give it a try. Thanks for sharing.

[@Amy-0000]

Thank you for the explanation

[@dannydrwing]

You bet!

[@oliviabornman1098]

Have to try this! Never thought of doing it! 😂

[@byxton]

I JUST FOUND U I LOVE THIS

[@dannydrwing]

Welcome! Spread the news! Anything you want me to talk about?

[@byxton]

@@dannydrwing yes, could you please draw the Roblox logo, I’d like to see what you could do with it!

[@designengineerscart3967]

Very nice explanation

[@dannydrwing]

Thanks!!

[@leetau8429]

cool technique. i just tried this painting a pumpkin with french ultramarine for the under painting and an assortment of yellows and oranges over top, it turned out great with depth and dimension...better than using oranges and brown

[@dannydrwing]

Nice!!

[@GabrielleCarbonneau]

New sub here. I came over from Emma’s video.

[@dannydrwing]

Welcome!

[@esmeraldam5963]

Is this useful for portraits? I struggle with painting shadows on faces, they usually come out a lot grayer than I want.

[@dannydrwing]

Absolutely! It can help you avoid those grey colors. I’d suggest starting with a lighter blue or cyan color, but experiment with different underpaintings!

[@esmeraldam5963]

Thank you!!

[@Sharperthanu1]

Nice music in this video

[@izkaoix]

I'm not a traditional artist, but I still find this very entertaining. It's so cool to see how traditional artists blend and paint things. I hope you get to 100k subs soon. Your channel is amazing❤

[@dannydrwing]

Thanks so much! Glad you liked it!

[@lmbrtshrry]

I think the under painting is useful. I hope I can do it well.

[@coreyholt8522]

Why do you always use purple? Should you just use the complement of whatever the main color is? Like if you were painting a plum or strawberry, the purple wouldn't have the same effect, right? Love the video and I'm excited to try out more underpaintings.

[@coreyholt8522]

Nevermind, I just watched your newer color theory video

[@willcarroll8438]

I don’t paint but he’s super cute 🥰

[@elsad5680]

New subscriber. Great demo. Can you use underpainting for any subject?

[@dannydrwing]

Yep!

[@micheletrowell]

I want to learn more about this technique. I dont understand color theory yet, am learning. How do you know what colors to use when underpainting?

[@spbv1961]

Usefull

[@ihsanoktay6791]

Thanks.

[@jilliancrawford7577]

Stupid question but does it matter if the purple is warm, neutral or cool? For example, would a cool purple with a warm or a warm purple and cool yellow muddy the shading?

[@dannydrwing]

Complementary colors can muddy (and often do after more research) so it kind of depends. Cool is probably best to mimic more atmospheric lighting

[@troyingram716]

It is a mental exercise that everyone should go through

[@LoriF25403]

Followed you thanks to Emma Lefebvre. Thank you so much for explaining this

[@dannydrwing]

That’s awesome! I just saw that she posted something. So cool :)

[@conniewhall3109]

What is this wizard-way of colors being mixed!? Hang you, man! I will attempt this way of yours and get back with you. Blessings. Now.

[@annettefournier9655]

Fun!

[@willfredjayakumar7639]

What brand of watercolour do you use

[@G.G.-nt2mi]

Instead of watercolors, I'm learning to paint with india inks...they are water-based, but dry water-proof! Reactivating is not possible so even more care is needed when doing the under painting and subsequent layers.

[@dannydrwing]

Woah interesting. I’ve never heard of those, sounds cool!

[@diogosousa7182]

PURPLE GUY?

[@ralphanderson2604]

I tried to sign up IMPOSSIBLE as your verify mode was just a do loop - please advise a make it work option tnx

[@dannydrwing]

Not sure what you mean?

[@Amy-0000]

Wait, how do you know what color to use for the under paint?

[@dannydrwing]

Usually is a cool compliment, blue purple maybe green. Whatever you pick will effect the final color. You can also experiment with other undertones as well. I know with oils and acrylics many people underpaint with a brown tone!

[@Amy-0000]

Thanks!

[@Sykillicle]

I only underpaint because of the random empty spots irritate me. Like. A lot.

[@willfredjayakumar7639]

Whats the best professional watercolour brand

[@dannydrwing]

I just use some cheap supplies right now, working on upgrading!

[@Robine-n1v]

✏️🍌💜🎨🖌

[@unicornreaper5660]

Can you do a dude next

[@sunnysleeps.]

so peaches are.. magenta?

[@dannydrwing]

You could try peaches with a Blue or cyan. It goes in the opposite direction you’d expect

[@sunnysleeps.]

@@dannydrwingme at the middle of the night trying to think what the complimentary color of red is

[@adelaidiee]

I WANT YOU

[@Shadow_BB_DS]

You color, purple bananas because you’re color blind duh jk by the way ❤❤❤

[@dannydrwing]

❤️