Watercolor Paper - A Simple Guide

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  • ▶︎Free Video Lesson: 7 Secrets of Fresh, Powerful Watercolor Painting www.learntopaintwatercolor.co...
    The surface we paint on is really important. It influences our process and can impact our final painting. So, in today’s video, I'm going to show you what kind of paper I use, tell you why I use it, and offer you some tips on how you can get the most out of every sheet of paper.
    As always, if there's something you're struggling with in watercolor, or if there's a topic that you would like me to make a video about, let me know. I would love to hear from you!
    Until next time, keep working, keep moving forward, and keep learning as an artist!
    * While this is not an advertisement, I mention Saunders Waterford paper in the video. I am a brand ambassador for them and have used their paper for years.
    I have a complete guide to all my supplies. Check it out here: www.learntopaintwatercolor.co...
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  • @learntopaintwatercolor
    @learntopaintwatercolor  ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ▶︎Free Video Lesson: 7 Secrets of Fresh, Powerful Watercolor Painting www.learntopaintwatercolor.com/7secrets

  • @phillipziesemer8378
    @phillipziesemer8378 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Tearing the sheet! So much easier than cutting with a box knife and straight edge! Thank you!

  • @barbaragemin5117
    @barbaragemin5117 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This video was very important to underline something I’ve realized over the years - no point using non-cotton paper to 'try out 'an idea or 'just see if the colours are right'. It leads to disappointment.
    One thing I would love you to give us a lesson on is to take a chosen reference photo of your own , that you like, and show us step by step what to include, ignore, simplify, and change to make it a good painting and not a copy of a photo. I’ve learned many skills over the years but these doubts persecute me every time. Thanks very much Matt

  • @beebee8018
    @beebee8018 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have been doing this with my watercolour paper for years and find I never run out. It has saved me ££$$$!!

  • @barbaralee3425
    @barbaralee3425 ปีที่แล้ว

    So helpful, Thank you!

  • @CamiloMazorra
    @CamiloMazorra ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this useful video.

  • @wendystacy3881
    @wendystacy3881 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! The videos are perfect for my painting!

  • @peggysharp2036
    @peggysharp2036 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Matt thanks so much! This tutorial was very helpful!

  • @solmaza4571
    @solmaza4571 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! It was useful for me👍. I'm beginner in watercolour painting and I wanted to know about suitable paper for watercolour.

  • @mootal2812
    @mootal2812 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow...info I most needed! Thanks.

  • @mikeswiftart01
    @mikeswiftart01 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful and good.

  • @samiramousavifard4751
    @samiramousavifard4751 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for sharing this ♥️

  • @kvcc-loisbaldwin
    @kvcc-loisbaldwin ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, your videos really resonate with me. Thank you. May I ask what your easel is made of that makes it waterproof for you to use wet paper on?

  • @dschmid8845
    @dschmid8845 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Matt. Thanks for doing this video. This was really helpful. I tried using your approach to cutting the paper and it works better than all the other approaches I used.

  • @shuchihartstudio2095
    @shuchihartstudio2095 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought I was the only person doing that way😂😂. I also use the envelope opener after fold twice on the paper. Thank you for sharing

  • @raymondli3173
    @raymondli3173 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Matt. I never thought of tearing the paper. In your opinion which brand will make removing the paint easier ?

  • @happyfarmer979
    @happyfarmer979 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info- thanks!

  • @gailmariage5318
    @gailmariage5318 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like to see a video on how to do shading. I struggle with that. Thanks.

  • @waldoalvarez214
    @waldoalvarez214 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are very nice and study English and watercolor

  • @bahiretangul6698
    @bahiretangul6698 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info Matthew!
    How many time would you do the same scene if you’re not satisfied with the result? For me, after 3rd time if it doesn’t turn out the way I wanted it to be I quit and move to the next one. But that does leave some kind of unfulfillment

  • @cathyolson3476
    @cathyolson3476 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. Great to see a simple way of dividing paper. I have seen many more complicated ways with using water that has never worked for me.👍🏻

  • @kaushik_b
    @kaushik_b ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Matt! New subscriber here. Can you please make a video explaining a bit about selling physical water paintings in this digital age. I tried digital art for a while, but I realized it isn't for me as they take a toll on my eyes. I like to hold the brushes and experience the feel of painting on a real paper, but at the same time I would like to sell those pieces too.

  • @user-hm2tg8kz1l
    @user-hm2tg8kz1l ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like this channel!!

  • @pedrocarloslaufferneto4189
    @pedrocarloslaufferneto4189 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi Matt... very good what you said...here in Brazil this material is quite expensive and, as I am still a beginner, using watercolor pencils, or tubes, India ink... I use canson Montval 140 lb, 100% cellulose. ..and on top of that I use the other side for tests, etc...I thought I was a cheapskate, a tightwad....
    100% cotton I leave it to the professionals....hehe

  • @SalesforceExpertCoaching
    @SalesforceExpertCoaching หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is it necessary to tape the torn sheet to a flat surface when painting? I thought if it wasn’t secured to a pad the paper would warp more. Perhaps not?

  • @artworld9799
    @artworld9799 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job!!!!! Greetings from a new friend💐

  • @adapixei836
    @adapixei836 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Be careful, I found out that hot pressed paper makes the paint behave quite differently than cold pressed. Some techniques you see executed on cold pressed might not work on hot pressed and vice versa.

    • @natlisan
      @natlisan ปีที่แล้ว

      Very true! With hot pressed I prefer to go with at least 300lb paper. It has a bit more texture than the 140lb and behaves a bit more like cold pressed, meaning that you have more working time.

    • @MM-dw5ir
      @MM-dw5ir ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I like using gouache and ink better on hot pressed paper

  • @pritilatabala948
    @pritilatabala948 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ❤️

  • @envynathan1
    @envynathan1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Matt,
    You haven't advised me the brand name of 100%cotton paper good and economical for water colour painting. I am looking for sheets in A3 or A4 sizes or any other size will do. I am just a beginner and I follow your tutorials with great attention and awe.

    • @flickaJay
      @flickaJay ปีที่แล้ว

      I saw some Arches paper and it said that it was 100% cotton on Amazon.

  • @envynathan1
    @envynathan1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir, can you please advise me the brand name for 100% cotton water colour painting sheets in A4 size ? Can you suggest from where I should buy in the USA say New York/New Jersey area. I will be obliged

    • @ashie8527
      @ashie8527 ปีที่แล้ว

      I suggest Arches, 26 cm *36 cm and fair price.

    • @envynathan1
      @envynathan1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ashie8527 is this is 100 percent cotton and good for water colour painting work....? Where can I get them in NY or New Jersey or Online ?

    • @ashie8527
      @ashie8527 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@envynathan1 yes, 100 %cotton cold press for watercolour. I tried 2 other non cotton brands, this one improved the quality of me works Significantly . I guess you find them in NY easily, I get them in Canada, from Micheal art store…

    • @envynathan1
      @envynathan1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ashie8527 Thank you very much

    • @envynathan1
      @envynathan1 ปีที่แล้ว

      I checked and find it costs dollar 18 for just 12 sheets of 9x12" A4 size. Thats very expensive for me. Can anyone suggest any better deal.

  • @magiclessbrat8501
    @magiclessbrat8501 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My watercolors are not flowing on paper and i have to refill my brush very very often is it because of paper im using 😢

  • @momijiyamanishi4548
    @momijiyamanishi4548 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Regarding fingerprints, h 3:28 and cleaning is extremely important to me. If we go out to eat nobody gets back into my truck without washing their hands, because, my seatbelt belts will stink. One time my dog chewed my seat belts and half because they smelt like hamburgers.

  • @aleksanderszczurek8629
    @aleksanderszczurek8629 ปีที่แล้ว

    A video about splitting a sheet of paper into halves

  • @thecraftguy21
    @thecraftguy21 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    But 100% cotton it's too expensive 😫

  • @kevinhardy8997
    @kevinhardy8997 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Some like it rough