Watercolor Ornaments (Easy Watercolor Christmas Art Journal Tutorial)

Get in the festive spirit with this relaxing and beginner-friendly Watercolor Ornaments project! In this step-by-step video tutorial, I’ll show you how to create stunning holiday ornaments using watercolor, a drinking glass, and a few simple art supplies. Whether you're filling your art journal or making seasonal decor, this project is a perfect way to unwind and let your creativity shine. In this video, you'll learn: - How to create ornament shapes using cups or glasses - Easy watercolor techniques for rich, glowing colors - Layering pine needles and background greenery - Adding gold details and optional sparkle with gloss or glitter - How to finish and seal your artwork 00:00 Intro 1:52 Painting the Ornaments 9:18 Painting the Background 20:30 Adding Ornament Details 37:49 Finishing with Sealer 👉 Subscribe for more watercolor art journal ideas, beginner-friendly painting projects, and mixed media fun every week! Thank you for joining in on the creative fun. Join us LIVE every Wednesday at 5:30 pm PST on Facebook at Tracy Weinzapfel Studios. Be sure to follow me on social as well! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tracyweinzapfelstudios Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/twstudios/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/tracyweinzapfel/ Join the waitlist for Your Artful Journey - https://www.yourartfuljourney.com/membership This is my exclusive creative membership where you can explore the world of art journaling! Join a community of support and inspiration with interactive art sessions full of tips and tricks, conversation, Q & As, and most of all, FUN! Supply List: - Grumbacher 7 X 10 Watercolor Pad - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/grumbacher-watercolor-fold-over-pad-7-x-10-30-sheets-1?_pos=7&_sid=8d333d347&_ss=r - Sennilier Watercolors - Painter’s Tape - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/scotch-delicate-surface-painters-tape-94-x-40-yd?_pos=5&_sid=1a5c17bb3&_ss=r - Dynasty Brushes - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/tracy-weinzapfel-dynasty-brush-set-2-watercolors?_pos=1&_sid=09307fe83&_ss=r - Gold Leafing Pen Marvy Uchida DecoColor - Gloss on Ornaments: DecoArt DuraClear Galaxy Glitter Varnish and DecoArt DuraClear High Gloss - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/decoart-duraclear-high-gloss-varnish-2-oz?_pos=5&_sid=623b7e3e4&_ss=r - Ranger Archival Black Ink and Rustic Wilderness - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/ranger-archival-inkpad-0-jet-black?_pos=2&_sid=af4b8f474&_ss=r and https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/tim-holtz-distress-mini-oxide-ink-pads-4-pkg-kit-9?_pos=1&_sid=d0480965e&_ss=r Check out Tracy’s Art Journal Starter Kit - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/art-journaling-starter-kit?_pos=2&_sid=deb63830f&_ss=r Tracy’s Resources Page - https://tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/resources/ Visit Tracy’s Shop - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/ #artjournal #watercolorpainting #watercolorart #christmasart