Master Watercolor Basics: 9 Fun Exercises for Absolute Beginners

Today we’re diving into 9 simple watercolor techniques that are perfect for absolute beginners. Whether you’re just starting out or want to add more tricks to your painting toolbox, these techniques will help you learn to control your water and paint to create beautiful washes with ease. 👉 Want to keep learning? Try a FREE watercolor class! (No credit card required!) ➡️ https://www.watercolormastery.com/pages/free-class Download my FREE Watercolor Jump Start Guide ➡️ https://watercolormastery.com/jumpstart-guide/ AND...grab my FREE 22 page Watercolor Pet Colors Ebook Guide ➡️ https://watercolormastery.com/pet-colors-guide/ If you like my style of teaching and want to take your watercolor skills to the next level, become a Watercolor Mastery Member! ➡️ https://watercolormastery.com Traceable line drawings and reference photos are included in every tutorial with membership. If you enjoy this video, please give it a 👍! ❤ SUBSCRIBE if you're new to my channel & click on the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new video. Also, feel free to leave comments below; I read each and every one. 😀 Follow me on Instagram @e_olson_art Here is a full list of supplies used in this video: 1) 🎨 Watercolors Daniel Smith and Holbein Watercolors - Turquoise Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Gamboge Nova, Scarlet Lake, Hooker's Green, Hansa Yellow Light, Permanent Violet, Quinacridone Rose, Marine Blue 2) 🖌️ Silver Black Velvet Round Brush Size 8 ➡️ http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-9110141-13717235?url=https://www.dickblick.com/products/silver-brush-black-velvet-brushes/%3FclickTracking%3Dtrue%26wmcp%3Dpla%26wmcid%3Ditems%26wmckw%3D06196-1004&cjsku=06196-1004 3) Rosemary & Co. Kolinsky Sable Series 22 Size 8 Round Brush 4) 📜 Sennelier 140lb Cotton Cold Pressed Watercolor Paper Block 12x12" ➡️ https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-9110141-13717235?url=https://www.dickblick.com/products/sennelier-watercolor-blocks/%3FclickTracking%3Dtrue%26wmcp%3Dpla%26wmcid%3Ditems%26wmckw%3D10138-1000&cjsku=10138-1000 5) Mijello 18 Well Palette ➡️ https://amzn.to/3T4e4am 6) Blick Artist Tape UK/International Shipping (Jackson's Art Supply): Daniel Smith Hooker's Green ➡️ https://tidd.ly/4hL43MF Daniel Smith Hansa Yellow Light ➡️ https://tidd.ly/48PcpyO Daniel Smith Quinacridone Rose ➡️ https://tidd.ly/3VtkHqQ Daniel Smith Ultramarine Blue ➡️ https://tidd.ly/4fO2Mmd Holbein Turquoise Blue ➡️ https://tidd.ly/4a1KYCI Holbein Gamboge Nova ➡️ https://tidd.ly/3Z36q6d Holbein Scarlet Lake ➡️ https://tidd.ly/4fQbFvN Holbein Permanent Violet ➡️ https://tidd.ly/4fOJL3e Holbein Marine Blue ➡️ 🖌️ Silver Black Velvet Round Brush Size 8 ➡️ https://tidd.ly/40HWgJz 📜 Sennelier 140lb Cotton Cold Pressed Watercolor Paper Block 12x12" Mijello 18 Well Palette ➡️ https://tidd.ly/3VvUFTL Check out all my favorite art supplies here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/emilyolsonart Please note, some of these links are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This allows me to continue creating helpful and entertaining free content! I only recommend products that I use and love.