Here is a wonderful step by step demonstration on painting a landscape in watercolor by artist Lindsay Weirich (the frugal crafter). It’s a long demo so grab a cup of coffee or tea, relax and enjoy!! Visit Lindsay’s youtube page for more free content like this!
In the video tutorial by thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich titled “River and Mountain Landscape in Watercolors,” Lindsay begins the painting by thoroughly wetting the top portion of her watercolor paper using a large, soft round brush. This step is crucial for the wet-on-wet technique, which allows the colors to blend smoothly on the canvas, creating a fluid and dynamic background that suggests the sky and the distant elements of the landscape.
After preparing the paper, Lindsay selects her color palette, a range of hues that will effectively represent the river and mountain scene. She uses Mission Gold watercolors for their vibrant pigments and demonstrates how to arrange and utilize these colors for the painting. By directly applying and mixing these colors on the wet surface, Lindsay gradually builds the landscape’s elements layer by layer.
The application of different shades and tones helps to define the various aspects of the scene, from the gentle flow of the river to the majestic rise of the mountains in the background. Lindsay uses a combination of broad strokes for more expansive areas of color and finer details for elements like trees and reflections in the water, showing the versatility of watercolor techniques in creating depth and texture.
Lindsay’s focus remains on the practical aspects of watercolor painting, from the initial preparation of the paper to the final touches that bring the landscape to life. She skillfully layers colors and uses water effectively to capture natural scenes beautifully.
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