HOW TO: Paint Skies and Clouds in watercolor (watercolour)

The best way to paint skies and clouds in watercolour. Learn how to easily capture a variety of cloud forms in watercolour with a few simple tools. Free video for beginners and established artists.

About this Video Tutorial: The video is perfect for ALL levels, whether you are out in the field as a pleinaire painter or, at home working in your studio. I am sharing everything in my toolbox: techniques and tips based on observation and 20+ years of practical painting and teaching experience. (Scroll down for your FREE PDF FILE!)

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Learn how to paint easy skies in watercolor / watercolour with various cloud formations using ONLY 5 COLORS, 2 BRUSHES and some TISSUE

Part 1) Gradated Wash for a clear blue sky
Part 2) Fluffy Cumulus Clouds
Part 3) Whispy Cirrus Clouds
Part 4) Stormy Stratocumulus

Discover effective, yet surprisingly easy techniques using a variety of special effects using a variety of brushes ALL WITHOUT masking fluid!

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BRUSHES:
• #10 Pointed Designer Blend https://crystalbeshara.com/brushes/de...
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• #1 Pointed Designer Blend https://crystalbeshara.com/brushes/de...
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• 1” Red Sable wash brush https://crystalbeshara.com/brushes/th...
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• Synthetic filbert for mixing: https://crystalbeshara.com/brushes/iv...

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PAPER:
*100 % RAG cotton paper (I use bright white)
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• PALETTE The most amazing palette ever! Excellent mixing space, plenty of wells, and premium porcelain... so easy to clean & does not bead up by Meeden 17 well palette: https://amzn.to/3GDFDD9
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•. PAINT I use Da Vinci brand paints - a professional grade artist watercolour, however, if you're looking for a complete set of student grade watercolours try the COTMAN (Winsor & Newton's entry level line) https://amzn.to/3kUzTdb -------
• PENCILS : Faber Castel set of pencils WITH kneadable eraser, vinyl eraser + sharpener! https://amzn.to/3trou8V
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A bit about me :)

Hi I’m Crystal Beshara,
I'm a professional artist & illustrator living in Canada.
I’ve taught watercolor workshops all over the world for over 20 years.

Whatever skill level you’re at, this video is meant to be an educational tool as part of an ongoing practice. The subject matter is simply a vehicle for you to learn techniques and build upon. Please don’t worry about the end product. You can always try it again and again or take these honed techniques to your next painting! Please like and subscribe or comment below if you enjoyed this video.


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