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
WATERCOLORS 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!
WATERCOLORS 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
WATERCOLORS 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
6 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
PAINTING 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
WATERCOLOR 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
DIY 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
GOUACHE 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
GLAZING 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
DIY 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
FUN 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
DIY 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
DIY 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
DIY 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
WATERCOLOR 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
SIX 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
MARK 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
HOW 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.
HOW 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
MARK 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
FREE 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
WINTER 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
5 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
NORTHERN 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
A 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
WATERCOLOR 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
PAINTING 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.
HOW TO PAINT WATERCOLOR LEAVES
Learn the basics of painting watercolor leaves using confident brush strokes and a simple, easy to do approach.
How to paint a heart-shaped watercolor floral painting
If you’re looking to create a hand painted sentiment for your loved one on Valentine’s day, you’ve come to the right place. Learn to paint
PAINT TEXTURED WATERCOLOR LEAVES
Today’s watercolor tutorial is a video on painting textured watercolor leaves. Using a mix of blending and layering, you’ll be able to create a stunning
How to paint a watercolor peony bud
A watercolor peony bud is one of the easiest flower elements to paint. I absolutely love how much character is has. It is a prequel
How to paint a watercolor rose bud
Painting a watercolor rose bud has never been so easy! This step by step mini tutorial will help you whip this beautiful flower in no
How to paint a watercolor cosmos flower
A watercolor cosmos flower is a delight to paint. I heard from one of my readers that cosmos grows like weeds and I was thinking
How to choose watercolor paper. All about 100% cotton paper.
What is 100% cotton watercolor paper and how to choose watercolor paper that make a difference in your paintings? Find out more in this post.
How to paint a watercolor delphinium flower
A watercolor delphinium flower is a detailed version of a filler element I love painting. Small little florets cluster together and form something wonderful. Learn
Watercolor five-petal flowers-An overview
Watercolor flowers are amazing to create. I love how a simple five-petal flower can be transformed from being quite child-like to having so much character.
PAINT A SOFT WATERCOLOR ROSE BOUQUET
In today’s tutorial, I’m going to touch on the subject of soft watercolor roses. There is something charming about these pretty blush watercolor roses and
Three easy watercolor flower tutorials
Three easy peasy watercolor flower tutorials? Well, here it is. Some of my mini tutorials in one post, rounded up for you. This will help
6 AWESOME FALL WATERCOLOR TUTORIALS
Fall-inspired watercolor tutorials are one of my favorite subjects to create. There is so much beauty in the colors of the leaves, pumpkins and the
Watercolor wet-on-wet drills
A very simple way to understand wet-on-wet technique in watercolors or blending is by using these drills. It’s almost therapeutic to see pigments spread on
FREE WATERCOLOR PEONY BUD WORKSHEET
Oh how I love a watercolor peony! They’re extremely beautiful and super lush. Now I know how a good freebie can be super helpful in