Painting Water Shouldn't be Hard, Try It This Way

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I used to dread painting the water in my work as it often overwhelmed me. I learned to take a different approach over the years and so here's my method.
In this video I show you how I paint the reflections in the river below the banks. I show you how I lay out the dark colors first and then fill in the highlights after to simply the process for me.
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Chuck Black is an artist currently residing near Bozeman, MT. I work primarily in acrylics and oils on canvas. I paint landscapes, wildlife, and anything to do with outdoor living or Mother Nature. My work simply reflects my love for the outdoors.

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@Sarah43627 Год назад

That last bit of white you added to the water right before you went to your oils was a brilliant finale' to the acrylics. Beautiful!

@margad6115 3 года назад

Dont be so hard on urself, no need to apologise at all that was the most helpful video on water i will ever see. Keep more coming and thank u 😘

@anitakhan9182 3 года назад

It is of great help to be able to see the reference photo all the time. It shows what you’re aiming at and how you’re tackling it. You, indeed, are very generous for sharing your painting process with us. Please keep the reference photo in the frame in all your videos. Thank you.

@katbot2190 4 года назад

You know, I just learned something from this video. Even if it looks weird keep going. I can't tell you the times I have stopped because it just didn't look right. Thank you for sharing your experiences and expertise. I really appreciate you.

@robertterrell3065 3 года назад

It's a good thing you've discovered, imho, and I've been painting for many, many decades, well into the old fart decades! haha I realized a while back that areas that look weird, might be the new, creative territory my artistic self was moving into. Unfamiliar and weird perhaps, but not something I should paint over. So it takes careful observation and some contemplation sometimes (or a lotta times!) I suspect I just might have erased some good painting from time to time through the years :( Oh well, I don't beat myself up... I will keep going! I want to see what's around the next corner :)

@drd1924 3 года назад

@@robertterrell3065 Very Good point you made here.... In doing a painting currently parts of it looked weird to me up close... Out of proportion in a way. (the muscles on the back of a mtn Lion as he is haunched down to be specific. In my opinion animal proportions must be correct so the animal does not look deformed or cartoonlike.) but when I stepped back and looked at it from a few feet away you didn't notice it at all. I realized I was being too critical of myself and anyone else would never notice what I was critical of and wanting to correct. (or Paint over) So I left it. And yes as to your point--- I do believe it was me stepping out into unfamiliar creative territory but loving it at the same time. There is a balance of wanting to be too perfect or realistic in what we want to represent....While a realistic painting must not look cartoonish in areas when the rest looks lifelike. At the same time I do realize now it's good to stop for a moment and step back a few feet to re-evaluate the picture as a whole taking it in from what would be a new viewers perspective. Would anyone ever notice I did a whisker wrong? Would anybody ever care when the rest is just right? Is it worth screwing up 2 inches of canvas space trying to correct a few millimeters? Likely not haha. Being a machinist and working in the 1/10,000th range and measuring things with an Optical Comparator causes me to be a little critical of my work. And in that sense it is a competition against other Companies. But when we paint we should enjoy it as opposed to it becoming work, Right? Although with our own artwork, who are we really competing with except ourselves within the last piece of artwork on to the next one.

@azuregerl962 Месяц назад

Dude! Amazing! I had to zoom in. Didn't believe it was a painting. Made my day

@elizabethreems187 2 года назад

You said it right. We grow individually. Great speech!!

@sthorne526 6 лет назад

Thank you for discussing your "failures" and how these become learning experiences. It is good for us novices to know that even seasoned artists struggle with their work at times. You have inspired me to persevere.

@chichibehrmann9525 Год назад

Gorgeous,thanks for teaching how to make the water looks real.

@MsMamaCyn 6 лет назад

Thanks so much for adding the reference photos! So cool that you incorporated that in. :)

@MrKrenath 6 лет назад

Chuck, I can't even begin to thank you enough for these videos! We appreciate you, man! :D

@marshaforsberg6889 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing all your micro lessons with us! I’m so surprised by all the colors in the water! You’re awesome!👏🏼💕👍🏼

@hollyclark8093 6 лет назад

Hi Chuck I always enjoy watching your videos, thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful talent.

@elizabethreems187 3 года назад

I am struggling to learn painting. That was the perfect speech about learning. Thank You!

@sisoart8616 6 лет назад

Appreciate the encouraging words about perseverance! Beautiful work, as always

@muralsbyluisesparza123 3 года назад

I'm going to definitely try this out! I like how all your work is so detailed!!👍🏼 Thank you for sharing!

@Russ8730 6 лет назад

Just now getting to watch this. What a gorgeous painting! Thanks.

@ordinaryobserver897 4 года назад

Great painting. Thanks Chuck. Learnt loads from this video. Do appreciate your generous and honest sharing.

@shellyparker8960 4 года назад

Chuck, I sure appreciate and thank you for the detailed instruction in this video! Just yesterday I was discussing a mountain and water scene I am going to paint for someone using one of their photos from their trip out west as a reference. Even though you made this video a while back, I could not have come upon it at a more perfect time because the wheels in my head were turning as to the best way to go about the water. I was amazed by how much that last minute addition of light highlights added to the central interest of the painting. As always, thank you for sharing your experience with us and for being humble enough to admit you're always learning and that you, too, have failures along the way. That absolutely inspires novices like me to keep working at it and improving. It's easy to give up when you feel overwhelmed by a particular painting but you are like the calm in the storm saying, it's okay.

@calebvick4977 6 лет назад

Thanks so much for slowing down your videos! Its great to be able to view your real time work

@frankclarkjr6369 Год назад

Thank you so much, I draw in charcoal but decided to start painting, put some color into my work, I love water !!

@delila351 6 лет назад

As always...........great teachings

@cruella8955 6 лет назад

Beautiful work, and such a helpful and instructional video. I learnt a lot, thank you!

@jaydee177 5 лет назад

Thank you for all you do in sharing the Light within you to fellow artists. Shine on... ☀️🙏

@donnadavis2883 2 года назад

Thank you for doing this video! I have learned a lot about painting water. I was stuck on a painting with the water and you helped me tremendously. Beautiful painting and thank you!

@kindredspiritzz66 5 лет назад

I so envy your talent and skill. I just love the scenes you create with a brush. Someday i hope to acquire even half your skill in my painting.

@nupnorth8877 6 лет назад

Chuck, you are an amazing instructor, thank you for slowing down the videos it is helpful to all who is learning. I was disappointed that I didnt get to see the completion, but I appreciated that you take the time to teach others. You have been given a special gift, thank you for sharing it with others. Keep teaching, there are so many people that truly appreciate what you are doing :)

@tescuaycong2287 4 года назад

been struggling with water reflections and so happy to found this video. your tutorial was very helpful, thank u for sharing ur tip and talent.

@vickierich4075 6 лет назад

Thank you! Painting water has been a struggle... I definitely learned a lot from this video and continue to practice. You are such a good teacher and a kind soul to share your knowledge. Please know that what you do is VERY appreciated!

@jacomans9078 3 года назад

I just got into painting and water has been my stumbling block, I appreciate you taking the time to explain your thought process as well as demonstrating how you go about approaching it, I learned a lot from this one video, And as you know, confidence goes a long way...excellent paintings...btw

@boblatzer 5 лет назад

Thanks Chuck. I apply your teachings to my digital paintings!

@missymouse7836 2 года назад

Thank you, this was so helpful to me. You broke it down into something that isn't as intimidating as I thought. I've always struggled thinking it was too complicated and way over my learning skills. I appreciate your explanation, thanks again.

@stacybenfield2416 6 лет назад

Really great job this helped me grasp the ripple technique I am trying to achieve on my portrait ❤️

@craftydirt1008 6 лет назад

I am learning so much about mixing colors from your videos. You are truly amazing. Thanks for making these videos.

@dianebamford410 5 лет назад

Thank you so much!!!! I started on water today and didn't have a clue, this helps tremendously.

@kevingeaney7741 4 года назад

Really practical way to do it , very well demonstrated. Thank you so much.

@CoraBlu080605 5 лет назад

My work has improved listening to your suggestions. Last week I received my biggest commision and its a landscape. Yeah!!!!! Thanks, Chuck.

@carlsenvalerie 6 лет назад

Your talent is amazing! Everything you do looks like a beautiful photograph! At the same time you make it look easy, but very detailed with a lot of love, passion and patience in what you do!

@juneduvanney5751 6 лет назад

Thanks a stack we never too professional or too old to learn more and other technics...merci beaucoup!

@janey2562 4 года назад

He is no Bob Ross and seems an artist that is still learning. But he introduces techniques not told by other artists. Thank you so much.

@chasealvarez5209 4 года назад

I had stopped acrylic painting a maybe 6-8 months ago and recently decided to pick up the brush again. This video was a much-needed learning experience! Thanks, Chuck.

@harryfahnestock8673 6 лет назад

Great video - they keep getting better. Thank you for including reference photos as it gives me perspective how you interpret them. Love the pallet mixing. Disappointed with oil exclusion.

@user-cm9uj8rk5k 4 года назад

Thrank you very much for the master class! I watch your lessons without sound, because i dont know English. And still, everything is clear to me, and beautiful pictures are obtained.

@mmariano5297 4 года назад

Life saver. Water is so complex and so dimensional. Thank you!!!!

@beverlymartin1751 6 лет назад

I just love watching you paint! You are truly an amazing artist! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent with us! 🏅🎨

@CaroleMinxBlanton Год назад

You are a fantastic artist. I've learned a lot watching you on various subjects like water and hair. Thanks so much for your honesty and great ability to teach those of us that struggle to make our paintings look real.

@pkaspar78 5 лет назад

Your videos are more informative than studying years of fine art at college. None of my art professors ever shared any helpful tips like these. Thanks

@michaelscarantino1468 3 года назад

You helped me greatly on doing the water. I haven't tried it yet but I am going to as you instructed. Thanks

@laurelmunshaw1413 6 лет назад

Wow! Stunning work!

@sduyck1327 6 лет назад

You make everything seem so much easier and your videos are so helpful. Thank you for taking the time to share them!

@chuckblackart 6 лет назад

Thank you Stephanie! I'm glad to see that they're helpful for you. You are welcome ☺️

@juneduvanney5751 6 лет назад

Thanks for a wonderful viewing,like your style and sharing your knowledge with us public...and each and every person have their own character which makes it so interesting.

@livinglifeinthenorth8512 4 года назад

Thank you for doing these videos! This water one is a great help! 😊

@jeffiner9947 5 лет назад

You are a fantastic teacher. Thank you so much!

@maribarnett6888 6 лет назад

You are the best. Eres el mejor Chuck. Gracias!

@59blueiris 5 лет назад

Must use the burnt umber today. I’ve always used red, yellow and blue to achieve my browns and greys. It makes so much sense to use burnt umber with the primaries. Thanks for the tip.

@danielledunn4206 6 лет назад

This is much better than what I do lol...I just blend colours till I like it, then add either pure white or muted white lines for rippling water...people say it looks realistic, but this brings out so much more. Great video and I like how you follow the reference but also add in your own creativity. :)

@michel8694 6 лет назад

Chuck, It's a great painting lesson. One hour to learn how to paint a river is wonderfull. I already paint rivers, but not with the same level of details as you. I learned two big things: How to mix colours gradually on the palette, and how to create shadows and lights on the canvas step by step. Great lesson, Chuck. Thank you ! Here, in France, we had some days with snow ! Spring isn't yet arrived..... Michel, the french little artist.

@chuckblackart 6 лет назад

Thanks Michel, love to hear that you're learning some from my videos. We woke up with an inch here yesterday as well! Counting the days down too good weather is rough 😀

@CrixJoki 6 лет назад

Watching you paint works much better than my chill meds :) That painting looks amazing btw! :D

@deborahalavosius8012 6 лет назад

Great instruction for painting water. Thanks!

@joanmorey9029 3 года назад

Thank you so much. That was very, very helpful, and I will watch it again.

@deborahrochelle1631 6 лет назад

Thank you so much for this lesson I have been painting some of Fritz Thaulow that was noted for his water. I really think this will help me.

@13-humakhurshid28 6 лет назад

Simply amazing...

@timmoran4327 4 года назад

I know this is two years ago. I’m just getting into painting and seen your video that helped me a lot I understand what you are saying

@toddcox8436 6 лет назад

Enjoyed your video as always. Thanks so much.

@juneduvanney5751 6 лет назад

So far looking great water movement!

@marissamorales673 5 лет назад

This was super helpful! I can't thank you enough.

@dalebrown4595 Год назад

Thank you! I am trying to paint a pond & it never looks right - Now I see what I was doing wrong! This is so helpful!

@Set-Apart-By-Grace 3 года назад

I was getting ready to try painting water in a lake scene and I didn't know where to start, that was the best way to start...you made it make sense! Thank you, and you are right...you learn the foundation, then go for it! A mistake is just a stepping stone in education. God Bless!

@mankirankamaal174 4 года назад

Wow you make complex stuff look easy

@teryhursh9582 4 года назад

Excellent video Chuck! Was stumped on creating a realistic waterway in two of my paintings and after many RU-vid views, yours popped up! Sure wish I would have just searched yours out first! Carry on and we’ll keeping being educated and fulfilled. Much obliged! Ter

@CarlosRodriguez-sw6jo 2 года назад

Great painting and very useful tips

@trishcoomerphelps9321 6 лет назад

So cool chuck I love to watch you paint 👍

@AletheaMcKee 6 лет назад

I’m so glad I ran across your channel...I’ve had “painter’s block” for over a year now, due to a tragic time in my life, and your video’s have gotten me back into my art. Thank you for that!

@chuckblackart 6 лет назад

That is so wonderful to hear that. Glad that I can be of some help! Thank you so much Alethea

@margiekinnear9996 5 лет назад

So beautiful! Thank you

@miltonmcpherson411 4 года назад

Hi Chuck Thank you for showing your great works. I have enjoyed painting your style of paintings for over fifty years and have sold hundreds but if I had seen your lessons my paintings would have been much better. Thanks again.

@darinredding 3 года назад

Appreciate the encouragement and sharing your expertise :)

@drd1924 3 года назад

This looks awesome man, I am just starting to want to learn how to do water in more detail like this, as opposed to a basic blanket blended cloudish sort of water scene. Your video def illustrates some very helpful techniques I am going to try. Subscribed !

@cskim8778 6 лет назад

Hi, Chulk, you teach not only painting in detail but also how to become a real artist. You are truly an inspiration, I learn so much from you. Thank you so much.

@chuckblackart 6 лет назад

That's so great to hear, CS! You are most welcome

@michelethomas956 5 лет назад

I am so very impressed with the entire work in this video. I am just a brand new, advanced age budding artist. I am trying to soak up every bit of knowledge I am able (although my brain, like a computer, has a hard drive that wherein some information is being overwritten. Hopefully I will still remember my name at the end of all this wonderful information. Thank you for taking the time to share your talent and techniques with all of us.

@eisaraj5512 Год назад

U r such an amazing artist .. thanks a lot for this video it was of tremendous help .. lots of love

@chrissycanvasart 6 лет назад

You can only learn so much from others! At the end of the day it's practice , practice. That's how I have developed 👍thanks Chuck great video 👏🎨

@cbolivar3518 6 лет назад

Amazing as always Chuck. Greetings from Colombia!

@Lynnie501 6 лет назад

I have watched this several time and have been practicing but still have not got it yet. You make it look so easy, but when I do it, it doesn't look the same. More practice I know!

@brunianilacramioara549 6 лет назад

Thank you so much, awsome painting and tutorial, just love the way you go back and forth ading more details, more highlights, more shadows makes your painting realy stand out. About the last part you are so right and there is so much value in your words, you make aspiring artists such as me feel good and and confident and never see a failure as a failure but as a way to improve our selves and learn from them.(sorry about my writing mistakes😊) Thank you once again for being such a wonderful person and teacher😍

@chuckblackart 6 лет назад

I appreciate all of those words. Love to know that it's helping others ! Of course you are welcome and thank you as well

@May-wt8pt 6 лет назад

awesome painting again thank you

@dawnglynn8716 6 лет назад

your amazing i have learned to improve my painting thanks so much

@willqas 6 лет назад

Thanks Chuck... you continue to be an inspiration to me. I'm self taught from the internet as I don't have time to take formal lessons, and your classes I find brilliant. If you ever make it down under we would love to show you the beauty of our country.

@chuckblackart 6 лет назад

Thanks will and you are welcome! As soon as I can afford the time to get away, Australia is at the top of my list!

@lakshmideepikapathakamuri9310 3 года назад

its very good lesson gives you sir and its very beautiful painting

@jaxfishn0 6 лет назад

Chuck, thanks again for another great instructional video. As someone who does a fair amount of that subject as well, it was interesting to see how you incorporated a sense of flow and movement to the water to give the impression of a flowing stream. Very helpful tips on how to make that work. Excellent! Hope we get to see more of this kind of instruction in the future.

@chuckblackart 6 лет назад

I appreciate that Jack! Thanks for all the kind words. I'll certainly be doing more, yes.