There are so many blues to choose from. Which should you use? I would suggest you need to have at least one cool and one warm blue. In this video, I demonstrate the colors that can be mixed using two wonderful cool blues – Cerulean Blue Chromium and Phthalo Blue Green Shade. Both of these colors are by Daniel Smith. Watch the video to learn more.
Continue reading Which Cool Blue Should I Use?Create a Ten-Step Value Scale
Improve Your Ability to See and Create Accurate Values
Use my ten-step value scale template to create your own value scale from one of the colors on your watercolor palette. This is an excellent exercise for your improving your value awareness.
Continue reading Create a Ten-Step Value ScaleNew Weekly Newsletter
Kris DeBruine Studio Newsletter
My weekly newsletter will include information about my latest paintings, previews of my new watercolor courses and free tips, tools and tutorials for growing in watercolor.
Continue reading New Weekly NewsletterSable or Squirrel Hair Watercolor Brushes: Which Should I Choose?
Watercolor brushes can be made from weasel, squirrel, ox, goat, rabbit or pony hair. There are so many varieties of types and shapes of brushes it can be bewildering to the beginning watercolor artist.
Continue reading Sable or Squirrel Hair Watercolor Brushes: Which Should I Choose?Affordable 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper
Do you ever find yourself hesitant to start your painting, because you are worried about “wasting” your expensive watercolor paper? You are not alone. That is a common feeling.
Continue reading Affordable 100% Cotton Watercolor PaperLearn From a Master Watercolor Artist: John Yardley
Watercolor Book Review
In this video, I offer a detailed review of the book John Yardley – a personal view: Watercolor. In this book you will learn about John Yardley’s background and early influences in watercolor. You will get a glimpse into some of his techniques and practices as a highly respected watercolor artist.
Continue reading Learn From a Master Watercolor Artist: John YardleyIntimidated by Portraits? You Can Paint This!
Paint a Portrait of a Young Man
In this video, I paint a portrait of a young man in watercolor. I demonstrate the complete, step by step process so you can follow along. This is a great tutorial for beginners to watercolor.
Continue reading Intimidated by Portraits? You Can Paint This!Which is the BEST Brush – Princeton Aqua Elite or Neptune?
I use Princeton Watercolor Brushes in my watercolor studio. I love both the Aqua Elite and the Neptune Series. However, I am often asked which of these two brush types are the BEST? I answer that question in this video. I also give my recommendation of three great brush purchases for the beginning watercolor artist.
Continue reading Which is the BEST Brush – Princeton Aqua Elite or Neptune?How to Paint a Stone Bridge in Watercolor
A Step by Step Watercolor Tutorial by Kris DeBruine
Watch a step by step tutorial showing how to paint a stone bridge in watercolor. I demonstrate all steps, from the first wash to the final details.
The Use And Care Of A Porcelain Watercolor Palette
I highly recommend using a porcelain palette in your watercolor studio. In this video, I review a few tips for the care and use of a porcelain watercolor palette.
In this video, I am using my Stephen Quiller Porcelain palette. If you would like to learn more about the colors I have on this palette, download my free color chart available at: https://studio.krisdebruine.com/kris-debruine-color-palette
⭐ Do you need some additional guidance in your watercolor journey? Join my FREE Getting Started in Watercolor course at: https://studio.krisdebruine.com/getting-started-in-watercolor ⭐