
Learning to mix beautiful neutrals is an essential skill in watercolor. In this video I reveal three of my favorite recipes for stunning neutral grays.
Continue reading Mixing Neutral Grays – Three RecipesLearning to mix beautiful neutrals is an essential skill in watercolor. In this video I reveal three of my favorite recipes for stunning neutral grays.
Continue reading Mixing Neutral Grays – Three RecipesThere 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?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 NewsletterWatercolor 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?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 PaperIn 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 YardleyIn 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!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?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.
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
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