Beyond Black: Why Shadow Colours Are More Interesting Than You Think

Beyond Black: Why Shadow Colours Are More Interesting Than You Think Dark colours in a watercolour palette are often treated as a simple way to make something “darker” — but they can do so much more than that. In this video I’m talking about shadowy shades like Ivory black, Payne’s Grey and Moonglow, and why they’re far more interesting than merely adding darkness to a mix. Amazon USA Kindle deals- https://www.amazon.com/s?k=harriet+de+winton+books&crid=37XMI9FQBN3A1&sprefix=harriet+de+winton+%2Caps%2C224&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_ci_hl-bn-left_2_18 Amazon UK Kindle deals- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Year-Watercolour-Seasonal-Botanical-Painting-ebook/dp/B0C2YL1JG6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=WIK3C8TTB9BJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.MdnNkkXznPeECIIgtxPPu_Q61u7YPUZH72mWw4h8odZfgfAovwFALUBnPZ8sJHj5xIauF125fTYi_UK8N_jToe-6VJWD0YYr0faGs088HMeR0vQIKHzVFNhm3gEBUcLpDS6CSgqiXDSBvh7edciq43OG2QdIeXb_BJvR5hdarKDqNvmDgvGWlfU_bEV7QW1akILvf3G5IaAhIvwsMqvBL5jA-ffcIRP86IoT0_LhBnk.ttgQLGGd69ZsEe2Zpr2cxniWiC6zOPD4tf2coH3i5U4&dib_tag=se&keywords=harriet+de+winton+art+books&qid=1771252126&sprefix=%2Caps%2C120&sr=8-3 Join my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dewintonpaperco?fan_landing=true Become a Youtube member! Join my channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLc91tlwoZD6i_4RXKtCH0Q/join Filmed and edited by Ant https://www.farwoodphotography.com/ Get all your Signed Books, Art Supplies and worksheets here https://www.etsy.com/shop/deWintonPaperco Soundtrack composed by Taran Stormes Martino I explore how these colours shift temperature, introduce subtle undertones, create atmosphere, and add depth without flattening a painting. Used thoughtfully, they can bring drama, softness, mystery or mood — depending on how you mix and layer them. If you’ve ever worried about using black in watercolour, or found your shadows looking dull or heavy, this video might help you see these darker shades in a completely different way. Let me know in the comments — do you use black and shadow mixes confidently, or do they still feel a little intimidating? 🖤