Happy fall, y’all! In this video I’m walking you through an easy, cozy autumn illustration where we paint simple acorns and a few beginner-friendly fall leaves step by step. I keep everything real-time and super approachable, so you can paint right along with me even if you’re brand new to watercolor (or just want something relaxing and seasonal). We focus on keeping the shapes simple, letting the paint do the work, and building up that warm fall color palette without overthinking it. As we paint, I’m using a mix of wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques to get soft washes, gentle blends, and those natural little textures that make acorns and leaves feel “alive.” I also show you how I layer color to deepen shadows and add simple details at the end—nothing fussy, just enough to make the illustration pop. If you’ve been looking for a quick fall watercolor idea that helps you practice blending and layering while still feeling calm and doable, this one’s for you.