Pigment Ratios for PERFECT PASTELS (Watercolour)

There are two ways of mixing a pastel shade in watercolour, in this video we explore both. One uses traditional mixing methods, the other uses an opaque white watercolour medium. Many would frown on this, but hey-ho, if it works, why not?! If you would like to learn more about mixing colors, head to this video next: *https://bit.ly/3eqSbAu* *SUBSCRIBE* to my YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2KsTSS3 🕒 *Timestamps* 🕒 00:00 Pigment ratios for perfect pastels 00:21 Watercolour vibrancy and transparency 01:47 How to adjust the pigment ratios to make a perfect pastel 05:12 Using an opaque white to make a perfect pastel 06:19 Adjusting the opacity of the colour 07:40 Playing with the transparency and opacity of a mix 08:29 Which method and pastel effect do you prefer? ▶️ *JOIN MY ONLINE SCHOOL:* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheDevonArtist 🛍️ *BUY AN ORIGINAL PAINTING* I sell all my original paintings through Etsy: https://devonartist.etsy.com 🧑🏻‍🎨 *RENT A SINGLE LESSON* https://devonartist.co.uk/video-shop/ ⭐ *FREEBIE CLUB Our *Freebie Club* gives you access to several full-length tutorials and a regular newsletter, alongside tips and tricks videos too: https://www.patreon.com/TheDevonArtist 🎨 *MATERIALS I USE* I am often asked about my painting materials. Everyone has their favourites, but here are some of mine: https://devonartist.co.uk/materials-i-use-or-recommend-for-realistic-watercolour/ ▶️ *SAY HELLO ON SOCIAL MEDIA* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedevonartistpaul Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/thedevonartist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedevonartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_devon_artist 🦊 *LOVE WATCHING WILDLIFE* – why not check out our sister channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/InspiredbyWildlife ©️ COPYRIGHTS My videos are copy protected and are fully owned by myself. They are for your use and enjoyment on YouTube, I hope you like them. 🎵 With grateful thanks: Wayne Jones - Mr Sunny Face #PaulHopkinson #TheDevonArtist #WildlifeinWatercolour