Hi friend. I am so happy that you’re here to kickstart your watercolor journey with me. I have compiled a series of watercolor tutorial posts that will help you learn the very basics of the subject. So get your brushes ready and let’s get started.
A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO WATERCOLORS
This entire post is long due really. After creating plenty of watercolor tutorials, I realized there isn’t one that talks about the basics. I’m kicking off the “watercolors for beginners”...
Read MoreWATERCOLORS FOR BEGINNERS-BLENDING TECHNIQUES
I’m continuing my “learn watercolors” series with watercolor techniques in blending today.Commonly known as wet on wet, this characteristic of watercolors make it extra special! Last week’s basic supplies post...
Read MoreWATERCOLORS FOR BEGINNERS:FUN TECHNIQUES-PART 1
Look who’s back with another informative post on watercolors! You asked and here it is.Today’s post will tackle a few fun and beautiful but easy beginner watercolor techniques. I’ve split...
Read MoreWATERCOLORS FOR BEGINNERS:FUN TECHNIQUES-PART 2
As promised, here is part 2 of the easy watercolor techniques I covered last week. I’m positive that with this post, you’ll be able to be attain the basic skills required...
Read More6 WAYS TO PAINT A WATERCOLOR SKY
Do I hear a “Yay!” for another addition in my “Learn Watercolors” series? I sure hope so because all the posts in it are my most popular yet. And it...
Read MorePAINTING LOOSE IN WATERCOLORS-A DETAILED TUTORIAL
I’ve been wanting to share today’s post with you since I started my “Learn Watercolors” series. This post will use techniques that I’ve explained in the previous posts plus how...
Read MoreWATERCOLOR CACTUS PAINTING TUTORIAL
Get your paints out and grab some chilled lemonade. Today’s post will feature a fabulous watercolor cactus painting that anyone can attempt. And there are no rules. The only thing to...
Read MoreDIY WATERCOLOR MOON
This has to be the easiest watercolor tutorial I’ve done till date. Although it looks all dainty and ethereal, the process is super simple. All this requires is some knowledge in...
Read MoreGOUACHE AND WATERCOLOUR BIRD PAINTING TUTORIAL
Hello there! It’s Dee from PRINTSPIRING, and I’m popping in here today to give you a closer look at the way I like to use gouache (gwash), and watercolours together. If you don’t...
Read MoreGLAZING WITH WATERCOLORS
After a short hiatus, I’m back with a basic technique tutorial in watercolor that I’m certain you’ll love. I hope this simple watercolor glazing technique will help you further improve...
Read MoreDIY WATERCOLOR THANK YOU CARDS
Want to make cards for your loved ones but never really found the time to. These DIY watercolor thank you cards will take you less than 10 minutes. Don’t believe me? See...
Read MoreFUN WAYS TO ADDRESS AN ENVELOPE
One of the things that I love to do is write snail mail. And of course receive them! I get happy butterflies in my stomach when I open my mailbox...
Read MoreDIY WATERCOLOR FALL WREATH
Fall is beautiful. Period. I don’t think there’s more to say about this wonderful season. From the pumpkin spice latte trend to wearing chic comfy clothes in colors to die...
Read MoreDIY WATERCOLOR HALLOWEEN INVITATIONS
Halloweeeeeen! The time to get dressed in your favorite costumes and devour all the free candy you can acquire. Hah! The child in me has been awakened. Today though, I’m...
Read MoreDIY WATERCOLOR FLOWER WREATH
The one thing I never get tired of is painting watercolor wreaths. They’re so versatile and be perfect holders for monograms or quotes. I shared this little watercolor flower wreath...
Read MoreWATERCOLOR PUMPKIN TUTORIAL
I’m pleased to say that the autumn trend is continuing on the blog. Yay! Today, I’m going to do a watercolor pumpkin tutorial in two different ways. Get your brushes...
Read MoreSIX WATERCOLOR WASHES USING TOMBOW BRUSH PENS
Sometimes, the most unconventional products produce surprising results. And I can surely say that experimenting is the best way to creating newer trends. Although I know that my Tombow dual...
Read MoreMARK MAKING IN WATERCOLORS-PART 1
Have you ever come across the term “Mark making”, and wondered about it? Well, this post and the next will give you a simple breakdown about mark making in watercolors....
Read MoreHOW TO PAINT A WATERCOLOR FALL TREE
There is something so unique about fall. I think it’s all those warm colors coming together along with a color palette that soothes the eye. It’s just magical! And painting...
Read MoreHOW TO PAINT A WATERCOLOR FALL LEAF – THREE WAYS
And here goes another fall inspired tutorial. The last post was on painting a watercolor tree and in this post I’m going to break down three different styles of painting...
Read MoreMARK MAKING IN WATERCOLORS – PART 2
Mark making is a simple technique that helps you get expressive with your brushes. In simple terms, it’s a way of getting to know your brushes and how they work....
Read MoreFREE WATERCOLOR CHRISTMAS TREE WORKSHEET
Practice makes progress. I believe in this little sentiment as a opposed to the popular practice makes perfect one. Today’s post includes a free watercolor Christmas tree practice worksheet that...
Read MoreWINTER WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE TUTORIAL
I figured this landscape tutorial would be perfect for the season. Plus it’s also the perfect way to understand value in watercolor. Learn to create a winter watercolor landscape in...
Read More5 BEST RESOURCES TO LEARN WATERCOLORS
This blog post features some of my favorite personal favorites from the blog and it’s something I’m proud really of. So here goes, my five best resources to learn watercolors....
Read MoreNORTHERN LIGHTS WATERCOLOR TYPOGRAPHY TUTORIAL+A BLOG HOP
I’ve been blog hoppin’ again with some of my favorite bloggers and this time there are some fabulous tutorials I’m sure you’ll love. The theme is winter and you can...
Read MoreA DETAILED WATERCOLOR BLENDING TUTORIAL
This month’s watercolor challenge theme is “Shapes” and I thought this post would be perfect for creating a watercolor blending tutorial by using the example of “Triangles” which is one...
Read MoreWATERCOLOR COFFEE ILLUSTRATION TUTORIAL
I love the smell of coffee wafting through my house in the mornings. When everyone’s asleep, I sit with my cuppa and enjoy it in peace. In today’s post, I’ve...
Read MorePAINTING WITH WHITE ON WATERCOLORS
One thing that can be a little tricky to achieve in watercolors is white on watercolors. There are however plenty of ways to accomplish that. And I’m going to show...
Read MoreHOW TO PAINT WATERCOLOR LEAVES
Learn the basics of painting watercolor leaves using confident brush strokes and a simple, easy to do approach.
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