OPAQUE WATERCOLOURS - Are They The Real Villains?

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I am regularly asked why, despite many of the colours I use being rated as opaque, I am still able to make paintings that look fresh and vibrant. In this video we explore how much your choice of pigments (opaque, transparent or somewhere in-between) has a bearing on your finished paintings......you may be surprised by the results!
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
3:15 - Exercise 1
17:54 - Exercise 2
26:35 - Transparency Chart
30:45 - Conclusion
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The purpose of this video is to share my knowledge and experience of landscape painting and watercolour with you and from time to time that may involve me recommending products that I use. I receive some of those products from manufacturers for free, but the products that I recommend are only products that I believe in, have used for many years and am comfortable to recommend to you.
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23 июн 2024

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@liqinzhu 2 года назад

I’ve watched many watercolor tutorials and this is the first time the artist talks about how brush size and technique affect color vibrancy and transparency. I am finally having some ideas what my problems might be. Thank you!

@jeffreyhill4574 Год назад

What a fabulously helpful lesson. I am a more accomplished photographer than a watercolor painter. And it is so common for people to say “That’s a pretty photo. What kind of camera did you use to take that picture?” And of course, pretty much any camera can take a beautiful picture in the hands of somebody who knows how to use it. As human beings we seem to want to purchase our way out of every single, creative or technical difficulty we encounter. Always looking for a different paint, a more expensive brush, etc., something we can BUY that will make the difference. Your generous lesson to us here is a very powerful reminder that there is no substitute for knowledge, experience, technique, and practice. There are no shortcuts nor secret products that stand between us and our best results. More often than not, WE are problem. Thank you for sharing your knowledge so succinctly, and with great humor! I laughed out loud.

@celinem8456 2 года назад

I continue to be amazed… and grateful… by your generosity: such great advice and no holding back secret techniques 😉. With regards to this video, I would suggest that we tend to be too greedy, not wanting to « waste » paint and paper…. That really backfires on us, doesn’t it?! Thank you and must close by telling you how much I admire your work - it glows, it transports, it’s fabulous!

@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 2 года назад

Thanks Celine - and of course that is an issue: materials are expensive and I always appreciate why there may be some caution with the amount of paint used.

@artsymargo 2 года назад

I have yet to see a better, more understandable, explanation and demonstration of over-working. Thank you! Your examples of these techniques are very helpful for avoiding the problems. I'm finding your tutaledge unique in its thoroughness and honesty.

@susancarlson5283 2 года назад

We always hear that we need to use the largest brush possible, but yours is the only video I’ve seen that has really shown why. Thank you so much for this.

@StuartwasDrinkell 2 года назад

Thanks Oliver, finally someone has definitively explained opacity v transparency... I am going to paint with good technique and not worry abour it so much anymore.

@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 2 года назад

Go for it Stu - technique trumps theory any day of the week.

@StuartwasDrinkell 2 года назад

@@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 Success! I've been using plenty of pigment and water on dry paper and drawing the water bead anywhere i want it to go leaving crisp gaps and all sorts, I'm finally in control 😁. Your tips have made an imeasurable improvement to my technique. Very much appreciated,. Once again, a big thank you Oliver.

@grahamrowland969 2 года назад

Ollie, what you intended to convey has worked beautifully. I last touched watercolour 40 years ago. You alone on RU-vid have given me back an enthusiasm and need to return to painting, bless you.

@JennaRaineyChannel 2 года назад

Fantastic teaching on opacity and transparency!

@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 2 года назад

Much appreciated Jenna - thank you.

@AlpayBeler 2 года назад

This has been singularly one of the most eye-opening tutorials I've watched on the use of watercolours (opaque or transparent) and its relationship to application of brush and pigment saturation. Thank you, Oliver, for this great, clearly explained tutorial.

@suelee5751 2 года назад

Thank you so much Oliver. The way you explained this is so clear. And for me, the best bit about this film was actually showing us how it can go wrong and why. There’s many tutorials available and the focus, understandably, is on how to paint well. Your film is evidence that sometimes the ‘how not do it’ is a learning point that is best demonstrated!

@sinydedeugd6989 Год назад

My watercolor painting knowledge is getting better and better as I watch your videos. You have so much patience in explaining various issues clearly. I appreciate all the effort and time you put into the RU-vid videos. And your work is absolutely stunning! Thank you very much Oliver!🤩

@cnavato1 2 года назад

Having just taken up watercolour painting Oliver after 30 years away from the brush, its so clear that your guidance is next level. Thank you for the generosity and humility that lies behind these demonstrations. Your work and instruction is stunning.

@rohinirsundar 2 года назад

OMG! These are all the mistakes I seem to be making! What a brilliant tutorial for watercolour beginners. Very thankful to have come across your channel.

@terrilikens4975 2 года назад

This was such an eye-opener. The most helpful and original watercolor advice I have come across!

@ThomiBMcIntyre Год назад

As a lifelong oil painter with lots of scrubbing skills you have shown me what my main problem is with watercolor. No more scrubbing! Thank you!

@johnmorris2397 2 года назад

Brilliantly helpful!

@4zengrl 2 года назад

Great! Just great! Thanks again for breaking things down!

@AmericanPatriot447 Год назад

This was an outstanding tutorial! Thank you!

@johnkelly720 8 месяцев назад

Just the inspiration I needed, thanks !

@trevordavies9229 2 года назад

Thank you for such straightforward and clear advice. This helps so much.

@Skagglavar 2 года назад

Thanks again Oliver. Simple, straightforward, clever, and dissecting out the obvious from the obscure. It's a rare skill. It's amazing how many of the questions we have can be answered by simply picking up a brush and paint and playing. The results on paper in front of us will always trump hearsay, pop wisdom, and technical data sheets.

@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 2 года назад

Quite right Karl - watercolour and much of art in general doesn't lend itself well to theorising.

@shitalkanitkar5995 Год назад

I'm jealous! Of those just starting out and finding your on point tutorials. Where were you a decade back! 🤗

@curlygramma 2 года назад

Thank you so much for patiently taking us through this! It is so helpful and freeing!!

@kerriclarke9366 2 года назад

What an informative session! 😊

@charliejackson5096 Месяц назад

I am glad to see that you are left handed it's so rare that I see that. It is easier for me to learn from you.

@Starrdae Год назад

Months of googling why my paintings are muddy and a Skillshare subscription later it took just one of your videos thank you so much!

@beebee4095 2 года назад

Love it! Well done Olly, made smile 😉

@dogwhiskers8 2 года назад

Thank you so much Oliver. So pleased whenever I see a new tutorial from you.

@Barbara-ex3ge 2 года назад

Thank you for yet another fabulous video. I love your style and approach. Very inspirational.

@debbieabruzzini7004 Год назад

Amazing, thank for teaching us this!

@DaisyTea1 2 года назад

I was so delighted to see you'd posted a new video!

@NMranchhand 2 года назад

Oh, well done. A top notch presentation.

@jameslbaker9138 2 года назад

Thank you so much for your insights and knowledge. Very helpful. Greatly appreciated.

@lilylips5 2 года назад

Brilliant. Thank you so much for this tutorial, it's been a great help.

@buttonbub 2 года назад

I have not heard this being explained so well before thank you 🎨👍

@cynthiam.1368 2 года назад

Amazing information. Thank you for this !

@patriciaharris8213 Год назад

That was extremely informative and useful, thank you.

@paulramos5373 2 года назад

This is a game-changer for me, Oliver. Thank you.

@petelangforduk 11 месяцев назад

Brilliant. Thanks Oliver.

@joannegagnon-marihart 2 года назад

Very useful, thank you very much for sharing! Your demonstration was enlightening and convincing.

@stratshadow 2 года назад

Really helpful and well explained Oliver.....many thanks for another great video. Take care!.......

@susanwilson1276 Год назад

Excellent demo, thanks Oliver! Learn so much from your tutorials 👍

@joeiscoffee 2 года назад

Great lesson. You are an excellent teacher, Ollie. Thank you

@normaneames5901 2 года назад

Wonderful. All your videos are so helpful and well explained. Thank you.

@marieswann3204 11 месяцев назад

This was fantastic. Thanks a bunch.

@christopherglassonbury9179 2 года назад

Brilliant tutorial I have learnt a lot in 30mins ,thankyou very much Oliver.

@jozahfa 2 года назад

excellent explanations! thank you!

@VinodhiniDinesh 2 года назад

Sir just loved the way you explain , how colours which are transparent or opaque does not matter it our painting tectnique that matters a lot. Just wonderful soul you are. Thank you for sharing this tutorial with us.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏.you teach in way that it struck in my brain .😍

@rachelconnor2327 2 года назад

Thanks so much, Oliver, this is invaluable. 👍🏻

@leoniekeane5142 2 года назад

I simply love your tutorials, simple, and easy to understand . I learnt a lot today. Thankyou!

@margaretweaving7162 2 года назад

So very informative. Thank you for excellent, clear information on opaque colours and a great demonstration.

@jcsallen3 Год назад

You are such a great teacher!!! Thank you for helping me.

@christinacasteel3198 Год назад

Brilliantly helpful...especially brush size and water content. Again, thank you🏆

@sharonsunshine2532 2 года назад

So glad I found your channel. A treasure for sure. Thank you!

@shannkaray 5 месяцев назад

Dude! This is an awesome lesson.

@caroleangel9287 2 года назад

Always enjoy your videos. So easy to understand once you explain the principles. Thank you so much for taking the time.

@zmermaid3 2 года назад

I just can’t express enough my appreciation for your wonderful practical teaching. Thank YOU so much!

@RicheUK Год назад

Very useful info, much appreciated

@suel4269 2 года назад

I’m learning so much from you! All beginners need this information.

@Iwanttodrawachicken 7 месяцев назад

Thank you for this. Best watercolour video on youtube. It's been difficult learning to paint from youtubers telling us to never ever....blablabla, when I'm looking at the works of the old masters and they often use these techniques that are now forbidden. It's like we've forgotten how to use watercolour in favour of some strict dogma parroting without actually trying these things for ourselves.

@guzinayan5373 2 года назад

Thank you so much. You are amazing, every time I watch your videos I love watercolours more and more.

@joanncooper9146 2 года назад

What a great explanation! I have learned so much from your channel. Painting the shadows on the buildings will make a nice exercise. Thank you!

@darlenesmith273 Год назад

Wow. Always something valuable on this channel. Golden nuggets. Thank you for your insights and for sharing them.

@Wolf-6567 8 месяцев назад

These are really helpful, I'm just starting out. Fantastic thank you for making these have a great day. 😀

@cecileegeorgeson_artist 3 месяца назад

Thankyou…just to let you know your artful teaching is still helping novice lovers of Water colour 🌸👌🙏

@lindadudman1624 2 года назад

This in an excellent demonstration and has explained problems I have encountered in my paintings . Thank you

@shannlakho4805 2 года назад

Enjoyed this video immensely👍Thank you for your tips and techniques. Learning so much from you! You are the Best!

@donnacarraway9182 2 года назад

Thank you Oliver, for another awesome tutorial in which you paint with both your heart as well as your brain! This is so very helpful!!!

@steveknight6329 2 года назад

Thank you for showing some great techniques.. really informative and explained simply and easy to understand..

@poppyburns3807 2 года назад

Another great tutorial. So clear and understandable. You are a wonderful teacher. Thanks.

@alexharbron 2 года назад

Thank you Oliver, for taking the time to make this video and sharing your knowledge with us. It is refreshing to have a talented artist speaking from qualified, first-hand experience, rather than interpreting textbooks and hand-me-down misinformation. This particular video was a revelation to me.

@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 2 года назад

Excellent Alex - that's very kind of you.

@domi4396 Год назад

Would love a tutorial on skies ☀️❤️

@susimawani4892 2 года назад

Thanks so much for this very helpful demonstration and explanation. I love your 'philosophy' too - especially the fish and chips comparison!

@iranewhitehouse3953 11 месяцев назад

At last a real teacher. Some people just can’t teach it’s a gift. And on top of this a left hander thought I was on my own. I feel so comfortable watching.

@pamelathomas2033 2 года назад

Where have you been all my life? Thank you!!💕

@lindadudman1624 2 года назад

This was an excellent demonstration and has explained a lot of the problems I have encountered in my paintings . Thank you so much 🙂

@ned711 2 года назад

Well done. Very articulate.

@howarddavis2281 2 года назад

Great lesson. Point taken!

@shorezamani4617 2 года назад

You are wonderful,,,, you explain very well every arguments,,, please do it more!!!!!👏👏

@kathyhoward176 Год назад

Wow! Thanks for sharing so much that I have never heard other watercolor instructors even mention. I have a feeling that I will need to come back to many of these videos again since there is so much information to absorb. It is good to know that it is the application and not the paint making muddy dull colors. Actually, I rather like the neutral colors that come with mixing the leftover paint on my palette. I have a small palette and sometimes just push and rinse the leftover paint to one side to use for shadows later. It is quite sufficient for value studies or practicing brush strokes if nothing else. I hate to throw paint away, though I sure loose enough when wiping my brushes.

@susanritchie9456 2 года назад

Thank you so much! I love your teachings!❤️

@adriennesaracen6525 2 года назад

Thanks Oliver. This was such a helpful tutorial and it came at just the right time. I’ve really been struggling with yellow ochre and now I understand why.

@riskzerobeatz 2 года назад

Great video demystifying the issue.

@yaelsinai4895 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your amazing knowledge🙏🙏🙏

@susanwood4770 2 года назад

This has been so helpful. Thank you. The fewer strokes with the brush the better no matter the colour, I get from this

@kennytowns3309 Год назад

Perfect demo

@toddbridges7713 2 года назад

Love the side by side demonstrations!!!!! As a beginner, it is super instructional seeing clear examples of brush and paint choices. Thank you again!!!

@FabienFeub777 2 года назад

You have the best watercolour channel, thank you for sharing all these great tutorials and explanations

@terryarterton3339 2 года назад

Thanks for another splendid video Oliver, it will help me a lot. Would like to see a complete demo done by you , from start to finish !

@LisaGrant_CA 4 месяца назад

Thank you Oliver, this is very clear visual example of how the paint work! ❤

@peterdeeduffield9018 2 года назад

Found this to be the most informative basic exercise I have seen regarding transparency in watercolour painting. Thank you for your time and trouble.

@valray405 2 года назад

Thank you, Oliver, for your excellent video on opaque watercolours, showing us how it should be done - great advice. I always look forward to a new video from you. Your tutorials are the best!

@lolab56 2 года назад

Great videos. Really helpful.

@ericlang7408 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this course, it really was enlightening for me. I am glad I reproduced the exercises you suggested, it really help to appreciate the effect of not using enough paint and water, or using a brush too small. I feel I now have to relearn the way I paint, but it is definitely worth it. Please keep on posting great lessons like this it is extremely useful. And perhaps, every now and then, add a tutorial for a full painting, so that we can put in practice your wonderful lessons 😇

@cristinamedrano9127 2 года назад

You are a very good teacher Oliver. I'm learning a lot from your videos. Best regards from Mexico.

@spinningjinn 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this! I tend to do small paintings, so I use small brushes. I'm learning that's not such a good thing. This demo. really brought that home.

@walker2837 5 месяцев назад

Very helpful. I'm new to water color and will start using bigger brushes right away. Thank you.

@manuelaruther8425 2 года назад

How wonderful Oliver! I learn more and more with every video and for me it is above all very relaxing to know that I can keep a lot of things very simple and with the right technique I can and may follow my own intuition!!!! Thank you for bringing so much relaxation into my painting style!!!!!

@oliverpyle-ourlandscape4442 2 года назад

Thanks Manuela - you're very welcome. The more you relax, the better your paintings will become