This was so helpful in a way I wasn't expecting! I loved the talk about brushes, especially the expense of them. What you said makes sense and has been what I thought. More expensive brushes require more care than I like. I tend to not use very expensive anything because too afraid of ruining whatever the object is, instead of being able to enjoy it. This is true even if the object was a gift. My art teachers have always tried to push the expensive brushes. I'm happy to hear they aren't so necessary. I also liked hearing brushstrokes are like handwriting. Unique to each person. I often add ink to my watercolors to get those twirly lines. I'm happy to see how I can do that with paint. Thank you for these videos!!
Angela Fehr That's another place I always seemed to clash with the art teachers I've had. I like the simplicity of using only one brush. I get overwhelmed with too many choices, yet class materials lists always had at least five brushes as needed! I gave up altogether about a year ago and gave away all my art supplies in frustration. Felt I'd never be an artist of any description. I'm trying again and your videos are helping so much. I can see a real difference in my watercoloring. It is fun...for the first time! Thank you!!!
Thank you, Angela. As always, great painting and demo. As a relative beginner in watercolor, we tend to be 'spongy' , that is, we read, watch and absorb whatever else is informational about watercolor. This leads to much confusion and doubt about our choices in brushes, mediums or styles, etc. One artist says you need this brush, that paper, these colors and you MUST have this type of whatever item is in vogue right now. And sadly, we get caught up in the hype, and become collectors of brushes/ pigments/ papers and all manner of assorted items we find we rarely use anyway. I, for one, value your advice and unbiased opinions on artist tools and equipment. You have never recommended anything you have not either demonstrated or personally used. Thanks so much for clearing up so many questions and for your presentations on you-tube. I eagerly await each one.
Thank you! I am a new watercolor painter and this helped me loosen up s0 much and start getting the look that I am desiring. I loved all the information about the brushes and seeing them in action.!
You are a master at visualizing you painting, and create such beautiful work! It is amazing to me what you can do with a brush, and some paint. I hope someday to be able to feel my painting as it progresses like you do. I did order a book on Chinese brush strokes from Amazon. I hope it helps me ! Thank you for a very insightful, and enjoyable lesson!
Angela, you inspire me with your fluidity in each painting. I'm learning so much each day, and now, if I ever need motivation, I put on your video. Thanks so much 💜
Thanks you Angela for that infomative video, i shall now be looking for a sword brush...You are so generous sharing these FREE tutorials..love your work.. Love from the U.K.
Thanks Angela. Great video. Just in time as I bought a load of brushes last month. Instead of just using them in a painting and learn along the way I will have a play to get to know them. No pressure, just fun. Now why didn't I think of that?!
I so love this painting!! Beautiful! Love the soft colors! I really wish I could paint like this! Your work is amazing!! Thank you so much for all the sharing that you do! ❤️
This was wonderful. Exactly what I needed to see today. I am enrolled in your current Craftsy course and learning a lot from it. Can't wait for part 2. But I struggle with anxiety when it comes to painting with watercolor. When I'm able to put that aside, I love to paint in the loose abstract form you use. Part of that is using beautiful granulating colors. I see that you use Daniel Smith most often. Would you mind doing a demo or giving us a list of the granulating and Primatek colors you find most useful? I want to place an online order but I'm not sure which to get. I'm ordering the 6 sampler set in Primatek and adding Moonglow, and Green Apatite, which others do you feel are unique to D.S. and that you would recommend as palette builders? Thanks for everything, Angela. I find your insights and pep talks very supportive. One day I'd like to come to Dawson and take a workshop.
I know I'm gleaning information from years and years of expertise; almost like "trade secrets" that would have cost me so much money as well as time to develop on my own. Thanks so much for your generosity Angela.
Ah so beautiful and spontaneous, I wish I could paint like you (I know, 20 + years of practicing) but sometimes I feel impatient because I struggle to build that spontaneity in my work. Angela, any plans of doing a workshop in Edmonton or Calgary?
ANGELA...LOVE THAT YOU TALK WHILE YOU ARE PAINTING, AND DON'T DUB IN YOUR COMMENTS AFTERWARD...MUCH MORE SPONTANEOUS AND OF-THE-MOMENT TRAIN OF THOUGHT. AS ALWAYS, I LEARN SO MANY CREATIVE "TIDBITS" FROM YOU...THANKS! BTW, WHERE DO YOU GET THE PALETTES THAT YOU USED IN THIS VIDEO?
i love sword and dagger brushes, so versatil, am going the the rosemary & co factory soon I live about 10 miles away from it and did not know it was near me, tfs
Angela, you are such an inspiration to me. When I find myself in a painting rut, I watch some of your videos. They are so uplifting and I learn so much. Now to see if I can apply that to paper! Thanks again from Maine!
It really a joy to just "play" with new brushes! I have a dagger brush , a little sister to the sword with shorter bristles but just as fun....Angela I have a couple questions for you what email should I use so it gets to you? I need a little advice Glad to hear you and the family are having a great summer! Heather
As much as I love your work in this video I'm afraid I was a bit disappointed in your brush review. I think I was expecting a side by side comparison of painting the same object with say a round vs a dagger or synthetic vs sable. If I was going to add a brush to my collection I'd kind of like to see how different the results could be from what I am used to. Your Wings & Petals series is truly an exercise in imagination and interpretation. Bravo.
I noticed that you dip your brushes in the dirty water frequently before going into a new color. Is this a strategic decision? Perhaps you have addressed this kn a video I haven't seen yet. I love ykur style and videos which I recently discovered as I renew my love of watercolor
Angela Fehr grinned as I read your reply. I'm so opposite with my water although I have found some of the most lovely shades on a dirty palette. Thanks for all your helpful and inspiring videos
Thank you so much for doing this Rosemary brush review as there are currently not many video reviews of their extensive range. I have been using her Kolinsky and Squirrel brushes for several years with great joy, but as a typical poor broke artist I can rarely afford anything larger than a size 8. I have been keen to find a review of their sable/synthetic blend brushes. As with so many of us I am also becoming increasingly aware and challenged by the ethical issues of using sable and so I would like to move away from them if possible. " Now for my rant"... it really annoys me how easy it is for you in the US to order art materials from the UK but your wonderful discounting art stores refuse to ship to us. Even using Ebay or Amazon, the shipping costs are enormous - irony really as most of Asia will ship for free. "So much for that special bond of friendship they keep telling us about" ...Sorry - I just had to get that one out, it really gnaws at me.
Peter, as a US citizen I must say that as individuals, we have ZERO input regarding brush prices or shipping fees from US stores.. Have you tried our favored "Meininger's Art Store" and "Guiry's" for your brush needs? I find Hobby Lobby and Michael's for supplies are not cheap--anywhere, so if "those of us in the US" purchase materials from the UK, you can bet it's at a higher cost to cover shipping. The charges will be trickled down to us in some way or fashion. I wouldn't even attempt EBay or Amazon. Birgit O'Connor.com also sells brushes for fair prices. No sable, just blends. I've given you 3 avenues to travel in your brush search. Good luck. Fanna Turano Denver, Colorado USA!
I call this spontaneous painting... Stunning colours and brush marks. Congratulations on a really beautiful painting.
Angela, your flowers are so refreshing. It's a lovely abstract.
This was so helpful in a way I wasn't expecting! I loved the talk about brushes, especially the expense of them. What you said makes sense and has been what I thought. More expensive brushes require more care than I like. I tend to not use very expensive anything because too afraid of ruining whatever the object is, instead of being able to enjoy it. This is true even if the object was a gift.
My art teachers have always tried to push the expensive brushes. I'm happy to hear they aren't so necessary.
I also liked hearing brushstrokes are like handwriting. Unique to each person.
I often add ink to my watercolors to get those twirly lines. I'm happy to see how I can do that with paint.
Thank you for these videos!!
Angela Fehr That's another place I always seemed to clash with the art teachers I've had. I like the simplicity of using only one brush. I get overwhelmed with too many choices, yet class materials lists always had at least five brushes as needed! I gave up altogether about a year ago and gave away all my art supplies in frustration. Felt I'd never be an artist of any description. I'm trying again and your videos are helping so much. I can see a real difference in my watercoloring. It is fun...for the first time! Thank you!!!
Thank you, Angela.
As always, great painting and demo.
As a relative beginner in watercolor, we tend to be 'spongy' , that is, we read, watch and absorb whatever else is informational about watercolor. This leads to much confusion and doubt about our choices in brushes, mediums or styles, etc. One artist says you need this brush, that paper, these colors and you MUST have this type of whatever item is in vogue right now.
And sadly, we get caught up in the hype, and become collectors of brushes/ pigments/ papers and all manner of assorted items we find we rarely use anyway.
I, for one, value your advice and unbiased opinions on artist tools and equipment. You have never recommended anything you have not either demonstrated or personally used.
Thanks so much for clearing up so many questions and for your presentations on you-tube. I eagerly await each one.
Thank you! I am a new watercolor painter and this helped me loosen up s0 much and start getting the look that I am desiring. I loved all the information about the brushes and seeing them in action.!
Angela ....The painting is so beautiful! Could we have more lessons on the same type of painting strokes ? You make it look so easy!
You are a master at visualizing you painting, and create such beautiful work! It is amazing to me what you can do with a brush, and some paint. I hope someday to be able to feel my painting as it progresses like you do. I did order a book on Chinese brush strokes from Amazon. I hope it helps me ! Thank you for a very insightful, and enjoyable lesson!
Your watercolor turned out so beautiful and loose. You are such a great communicator and this explains your wonderful ability to teach. All the Best!
Gorgeous, what I see as a, wildflower painting! Free and spontaneous. Thanks!
I just love watching you create with watercolour it's mesmerising and makes me happy inside all those
Georgious colours😊
Gorgeous! Thank you for guiding us in your process 🌸
Again thank you for your clear, organized, intelligent and helpful brush tip. I love your videos.
Angela, you inspire me with your fluidity in each painting. I'm learning so much each day, and now, if I ever need motivation, I put on your video. Thanks so much 💜
Thank you so much for the explanation .It's a pleasure to see how you make this loose painting to become a beautiful artwork.
Love it
Thanks you Angela for that infomative video, i shall now be looking for a sword brush...You are so generous sharing these FREE tutorials..love your work.. Love from the U.K.
You have just encouraged me to purchase a sword brush Angela. The lines you made are beautiful.
Loved watching you paint this beautiful loose floral. 💞💫
I wish I had your brush stroke confidence, I think your wonderful!
I've been away for awhile... SO glad to be back to my videos and my painting. Thanks!
That looked like such fun!!!
Thanks Angela. Great video. Just in time as I bought a load of brushes last month. Instead of just using them in a painting and learn along the way I will have a play to get to know them. No pressure, just fun. Now why didn't I think of that?!
Loved this video! Especially loved your mark making!!!
so delicate and ethereal....love it....thankyou...!
Gorgeous painting. I use only round brushes, so this is very interesting, using other brushes. 😊
Just beautiful! Thanks for the indepth advice.
I so love this painting!! Beautiful! Love the soft colors! I really wish I could paint like this! Your work is amazing!! Thank you so much for all the sharing that you do! ❤️
I was scared in the beginning, but WOW. Beautiful!
Wonderful lesson! Thank you for brush and color lesson.
Hi Angela, this painting is like magic happening bit by bit as we're watching.... Did you have the colours, shapes and composition planned beforehand?
Really lovely painting... thank you..!
This was wonderful. Exactly what I needed to see today. I am enrolled in your current Craftsy course and learning a lot from it. Can't wait for part 2. But I struggle with anxiety when it comes to painting with watercolor. When I'm able to put that aside, I love to paint in the loose abstract form you use. Part of that is using beautiful granulating colors. I see that you use Daniel Smith most often. Would you mind doing a demo or giving us a list of the granulating and Primatek colors you find most useful? I want to place an online order but I'm not sure which to get. I'm ordering the 6 sampler set in Primatek and adding Moonglow, and Green Apatite, which others do you feel are unique to D.S. and that you would recommend as palette builders? Thanks for everything, Angela. I find your insights and pep talks very supportive. One day I'd like to come to Dawson and take a workshop.
I know I'm gleaning information from years and years of expertise; almost like "trade secrets" that would have cost me so much money as well as time to develop on my own. Thanks so much for your generosity Angela.
How coincidental...I was just watching you on TH-cam.
Ah so beautiful and spontaneous, I wish I could paint like you (I know, 20 + years of practicing) but sometimes I feel impatient because I struggle to build that spontaneity in my work. Angela, any plans of doing a workshop in Edmonton or Calgary?
Another wonderful video! I want to try those brushes!
ANGELA...LOVE THAT YOU TALK WHILE YOU ARE PAINTING, AND DON'T DUB IN YOUR COMMENTS AFTERWARD...MUCH MORE SPONTANEOUS AND OF-THE-MOMENT TRAIN OF THOUGHT. AS ALWAYS, I LEARN SO MANY CREATIVE "TIDBITS" FROM YOU...THANKS! BTW, WHERE DO YOU GET THE PALETTES THAT YOU USED IN THIS VIDEO?
i love sword and dagger brushes, so versatil, am going the the rosemary & co factory soon I live about 10 miles away from it and did not know it was near me, tfs
Angela, you are such an inspiration to me. When I find myself in a painting rut, I watch some of your videos. They are so uplifting and I learn so much. Now to see if I can apply that to paper! Thanks again from Maine!
lol but not for my wallet
Angela, what Fun! I will try these strokes! Would you ever Demo Carnations? I struggle with that flower,!
Thank you. I appreciate your giving and sharing so much. Thank you
It really a joy to just "play" with new brushes! I have a dagger brush , a little sister to the sword with shorter bristles but just as fun....Angela I have a couple questions for you what email should I use so it gets to you? I need a little advice
Glad to hear you and the family are having a great summer!
Heather
wauw, it's so fresh and beautiful! Question: how does a triangular brush perform compared to the sword liner?
As much as I love your work in this video I'm afraid I was a bit disappointed in your brush review. I think I was expecting a side by side comparison of painting the same object with say a round vs a dagger or synthetic vs sable. If I was going to add a brush to my collection I'd kind of like to see how different the results could be from what I am used to.
Your Wings & Petals series is truly an exercise in imagination and interpretation. Bravo.
Angela,Hi I see you are working on a series called "'Wings and Petals".Can you tell me if it will be a tutorial or random tips? Can't wait !
Fun demonstration, thank you.
Loved sword brush
great lesson one of (your best) and very inspiring!
I noticed that you dip your brushes in the dirty water frequently before going into a new color. Is this a strategic decision? Perhaps you have addressed this kn a video I haven't seen yet. I love ykur style and videos which I recently discovered as I renew my love of watercolor
Angela Fehr grinned as I read your reply. I'm so opposite with my water although I have found some of the most lovely shades on a dirty palette. Thanks for all your helpful and inspiring videos
Hi Angela, you've mentioned a book on Chinese brush painting, do you remember the name of it? Amazon.ca has a few
Heather
Ahh .....well I happen to have bought that two weeks ago! It's a beautiful book 😊
Thank you so much for doing this Rosemary brush review as there are currently not many video reviews of their extensive range. I have been using her Kolinsky and Squirrel brushes for several years with great joy, but as a typical poor broke artist I can rarely afford anything larger than a size 8. I have been keen to find a review of their sable/synthetic blend brushes. As with so many of us I am also becoming increasingly aware and challenged by the ethical issues of using sable and so I would like to move away from them if possible. " Now for my rant"... it really annoys me how easy it is for you in the US to order art materials from the UK but your wonderful discounting art stores refuse to ship to us. Even using Ebay or Amazon, the shipping costs are enormous - irony really as most of Asia will ship for free. "So much for that special bond of friendship they keep telling us about" ...Sorry - I just had to get that one out, it really gnaws at me.
Peter, as a US citizen I must say that as individuals, we have ZERO input regarding brush prices or shipping fees from US stores.. Have you tried our favored "Meininger's Art Store" and "Guiry's" for your brush needs? I find Hobby Lobby and Michael's for supplies are not cheap--anywhere, so if "those of us in the US" purchase materials from the UK, you can bet it's at a higher cost to cover shipping. The charges will be trickled down to us in some way or fashion. I wouldn't even attempt EBay or Amazon. Birgit O'Connor.com also sells brushes for fair prices. No sable, just blends. I've given you 3 avenues to travel in your brush search. Good luck.
Fanna Turano
Denver, Colorado
USA!