The Watercolor Exercise Every Artist Should Try!

Have your watercolor paintings ever felt a little flat, even when you're using beautiful colors? In this video, I'm sharing a monochromatic watercolor painting and talking about one of the most important skills artists can develop: understanding values. By limiting ourselves to a single color, we can focus on light, shadow, contrast, and creating depth in our paintings. I'm also sharing the story behind this artwork, which I've now painted three different times after the original sold in my Etsy shop. Recreating a painting isn't always as easy as it sounds, and each version taught me something new. In this video: 🎨 What monochromatic painting is 🎨 Why values matter more than color 🎨 How monochromatic studies can improve your watercolor skills 🎨 The challenges of painting the same subject multiple times 🎨 Tips for creating stronger contrast and depth I'd love to hear from you in the comments: Have you ever painted the same subject more than once? Did it get easier, harder, or simply different each time? SUPPLIES: Wash Brush that holds a lot of water, in the Demo I am using the Meeden brand from this set: https://go.meedenart.com/4sJ37go Lebenzon Small Goat Hair Brush for smaller details: 20% off use coupon code KELLIE now till the end of the month: https://lebenzon-paintbrushes.com/product/small-goat-synthetic-blend-brush-with-1-inch-bristle/ Paints Rosa Gallery: https://amzn.to/4ty9MLh 🛒 Shop My Favorite Products https://www.amazon.com/shop/kelliechasse FREE WATERCOLOR GUIDE: https://www.kelliechassefineart.com #watercolorpainting #watercolortutorial #monochromaticpainting #watercolorartist #watercolorlandscape #arttips #paintingtips #watercolorvalues #learnwatercolor #watercolorpractice ✨ A huge thank you to my Patreon members. Your support truly makes this channel possible. Because of you, I’m able to share free watercolor tutorials and tips here on YouTube. I’m so grateful for each of you. If you enjoy this video, please like, subscribe, and share it with a painting friend—it really helps this channel grow. 🎨 Want longer paint-alongs and full tutorials? I share extended, real-time watercolor demos, bonus lessons, and behind-the-scenes content over on Patreon 👉 link here: https://www.patreon.com/KellieChasse 🛒 Shop My Favorite Products https://www.amazon.com/shop/kelliechasse FREE WATERCOLOR GUIDE: https://www.kelliechassefineart.com/products/digital_downloads/watercolor-guide __________________________________________________________________________ Welcome to Kellie Chasse Fine Art, where you can learn the beauty of watercolor painting through easy-to-follow tutorials! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you'll find step-by-step guidance on loose watercolor painting, simple watercolor techniques, and more. I share my passion for painting for beginners, offering art tutorials that help you grow as an artist, no matter your experience level. Watch more watercolor hacks here: https://youtu.be/zKznhEYrQGI?si=O0K7JM8QWySeym0V&list=PLNUT8Q-YGZshSkpvlE82UsYYKwCrMeXML Join me as we explore the world of watercolor painting with lessons that are both fun and informative. From basic watercolor tutorials to more advanced techniques, this channel has something for every artist. 💌 Join or GIFT my creative community on [Patreon]: https://www.patreon.com/KellieChasse/gift 🖌️☕ Every little bit means so much: https://www.paypal.com/biz/profile/KellieChasse Links & Resources: 🎨 Learn more techniques in my online watercolor courses: https://www.kelliechassefineart.com/collections/courses 🖼️ Browse my artwork and shop originals on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KellieLynnArt Let's connect on Social! ▶ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kelliechasse_fineart ▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelliechassefineart ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelliechasse_fineart This channel accepts sponsorships, advertising, and other forms of compensation.