Let me know if you found these techniques helpful; and to avoid mistakes watch Watercolor Pencils Tutorial (7 Mistakes Beginners Make!) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8IjZa6p1exI.html
If it's not a silly question.....with the water pencils, you use the pencil then use water on the brush. Isn't that just the same as watercolour paints? X
@@ruthdunn2994 yes and no. There's more control but less pigment. And some brands dissolve better than others. I like to use them for adding lines and details to watercolour because it's easier than using a little brush.
I can never have enough of the basics. You have no idea how many new pieces have emerged after watching a good teacher demonstrate simple technique that lead to an "AHA!" moment...and a happy solution. Bless those who share their skills & insights✨️
I really think all these tips are fab. 😊My two favorites are the splattering with pencil and brush and rubbing the watercolor pencil on the board to make watercolor paint with a wet brush. But the rest of the tips are great too. Thx as always Michele for this useful video. 🥰💕🐶💕🥰
Michele, thank you for providing some basic instruction on the use and techniques for using watercolor pencils. I understand that producing these videos require a lot of time and effort on your part. I purchased the watercolor pencils to carry easily on my bicycle and do a quick sketch if I found something that sparked my interest. What I liked about them was not only did I have a sketch but also a color reminder. Thank you again, and I hope your channel continues to grow as you give good, solid advice.
Hi Michele I love the way you did the petal. The graduating tip. Lovely. Also shaving the pencils for texture. My watercolour pencils have been hiding in the dark for a while now', it's time to bring them out into the daylight for some fun. Thank you for your genius tips Michele. Susan ❤❤❤😂
I almost exclusively dip my pencils - add a bit of medium to the water before dipping the pigment so it’s a bit more sticky and then let it sit for a few seconds until i get an oil/pastel-ish texture before I roll or smudge onto the paper I go through pencils pretty quick but the textures are my absolute favourite
Michele 😄 I sometimes find Catracho’s hair in my mix. Thanks for bringing them (Gimlet and Catracho) up 😊 Also, shaving the pencils is awesome. Not only gives a great texture, but if I save the shavings after I sharpen the pencil, I can turn it into paint 😊
Thank you so much for your dedication and work. You are awesome and wonderful! You are a special blessing for those of us who have limited access to formal art classes.
Thank you for these tips and clear instructions! I literally only just bought watercolour pencils so cant't wait to start experimenting with these tips! 😊
This was great information. I use my pencils once I've finished an area and let it dry. It allows me to add some realism to an otherwise cartoonish looking painting.
This as been so helpful in expanding my use of these pencils. I was just using them to draw so there would be no graphite lines. Rally appreciate this.that
Excellent, thank you. I’m generally WC paint but recently I wanted to use the many other fun WC tools I have acquired. I truly appreciate your demonstrations on the many uses, proper uses, of the pencils. No mind the whine bucket with too much free time. Status quo usage isn’t how you become a master or develop your own style. If you want to quick dip your pencil in a bit of water, then go for it. 😊 Experiment and have fun.
I find the swatch all techniques very useful and will create my own sampler. Thanks for introducing them. I'd like to add one other technique I've seen which works with Derwent Inktense pencils only, I believe - layering. It you create a wash with one colour and let it dry, and then add another colour, they will not bleed. Can be useful for some applications.
Besides the fact that your videos are so informative and organized, I could listen to your voice all day 😂 Your videos are so calming! Thank you for the wonderful content!
Years ago, I would dip the pencil in the water to use the watercolor pencil as “face paint” at a church festival - just crayola brand, not the expensive ones. Kiddo’s love it
You're so cute with the "posh" palette.😊 I splurged on the neocolor 2's, this palette is a must for dry to wet media. I also like the convenient size. Thanks for being encouraging.
would some of these techniques apply to using double-ended watercolor brush pens? Or would you make a video sometime in the future on how to use watercolor brush pens, please?
RU-vid doesn't allow links in the comments but I have a video titled Watercolor Pencils (7 Easy Landscape Hacks!) if you put it in the search bar plus my name it will come up :-)
Of course there's a cat's hair on the sample - that's the proof of the cat approval 😀 Thank you for those useful tips, my favourite is the explanation on mixing colours. "an 18 page rant" - oh yes, I sometimes see those, especially on art(sy) channels - the best of them explain something in detail to a professional. Makes me think of the guy who helped that female pro-golfer with her training 🤣
I get a lot of mansplaining here too. A friend of mine is a computer engineer. It's quite normal for staff to walk right past her when she visits companies, or ask her if she's seen the engineer...
I bought the Arteza ones, just to try the medium, but i think i hate it now because of the pencils. I don't think they blend well and they always leave pencils marks no matter how lightly i draw. Is it my fault, or should i buy the faber castell ones? They are the only accessible wc pencils here. Thank you for the tutorial!! I drew some flowers with ink and i want to add some color with watercolor pencils.
Faber Castell should be an improvement. If possible buy one or two singles to test. The Arteza ones are not the best quality and don't dissolve well. However, watercolour pencils that don't dissolve can be used to draw into watercolor with interesting results, for example leaf veins, so I wouldn't throw them out :-)
It is with a profound sense of frustration and exasperation that I must address a grievous and all-too-common blunder in the world of art: the abominable practice of immersing watercolor pencils in water. Allow me to be unequivocal in my stance: under no circumstances should a watercolor pencil ever be subjected to such a fate. This ill-advised action not only defies the very purpose of the tool but also undermines the integrity of the artistic process, causing undue harm to the pencils themselves and compromising the quality of the artwork produced. Firstly, it is paramount to understand the fundamental design and intended use of watercolor pencils. These instruments are meticulously crafted to provide artists with the versatility of both drawing and painting. When used correctly, the artist can achieve precise lines and delicate shading by applying the pencil directly to dry paper, followed by the careful application of water with a brush to create beautiful, flowing washes of color. This dual capability is what makes watercolor pencils so valuable and unique. To submerge them in water is to disregard this carefully engineered functionality. The physical consequences of immersing watercolor pencils in water are nothing short of disastrous. The wooden casing of the pencil, which provides structural integrity and ease of use, becomes saturated and begins to swell. This distortion can cause the casing to crack or splinter, rendering the pencil awkward to hold and difficult to control. Moreover, the pigment core itself, which is designed to release color gradually and predictably when activated by a brush, can become waterlogged. This results in an inconsistent application of color, with patches of diluted pigment mingled with areas that remain stubbornly dry. The very essence of the watercolor pencil’s utility is compromised, leading to unpredictable and often unsatisfactory results. From a financial perspective, this practice is not only wasteful but also fiscally irresponsible. High-quality watercolor pencils represent a significant investment, with artists often spending considerable sums to acquire sets from reputable manufacturers. To expose these carefully selected tools to water is to invite premature deterioration, effectively throwing money away on a product that has been needlessly and irreparably damaged. In a profession where tools are an extension of the artist’s vision and skill, treating them with such blatant disregard is nothing short of folly. Furthermore, the immersion of watercolor pencils in water undermines the artistic process itself. The careful control and manipulation of media are cornerstones of artistic expression. By allowing the pigment to dissolve uncontrollably, the artist loses the ability to fine-tune their work, resulting in a loss of detail and precision. The nuanced interplay between dry pigment and water, which allows for the creation of subtle gradients and textures, is obliterated by the haphazard application of water-soaked pigment. This not only diminishes the quality of the final piece but also disrespects the skill and intent of the artist. In conclusion, the act of putting a watercolor pencil in water is an affront to the principles of both art and craftsmanship. It is a misguided practice that results in physical damage to the pencil, financial loss, and a degradation of artistic quality. I implore all artists, whether novice or seasoned, to respect the integrity of their tools and to use watercolor pencils as they were intended: dry on paper, activated with a brush, and never, under any circumstances, dunked in water. To do otherwise is to sabotage one’s own creative efforts and to show a profound lack of respect for the artistry and engineering that goes into the creation of these valuable tools.
