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Watercolour Painting

This board is all about watercolour painting in my favourite whimsical painting style. Here, I gather creative ideas and inspiration from my own blog and courses for beginner painters and those who want to explore a loose aesthetic in their approach to watercolor painting. There are plenty of easy step by step tutorials, videos and classes covering watercolor flowers, landscapes, animals and more. Learn more about simple watercolour techniques for beginners at https://www.kerriewoodhouse.com

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Sheep's Eyes (Farm Animals 4) Fine Art Print You know that expression 'making sheep's eyes? I see the love... do you? That and all that snuggly, cuddly wool! #sheep #lamb #nursery #art #farm #animal #painting

Pink Daisy (Flower Face 1) Fine Art Print This little pink daisy is looking for a little girl with room on her bedroom wall. #daisy #flower #pink #face #whimsy #nursery #art

Hello There (Farm Animals 7) Fine Art Print Kerrie Woodhouse Cows have such friendly faces. I think it's those big eyes and gentle nature. This one is curious enough to come and say hello. #farmanimal #cow #painting #farm #animal #watercolour

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7 tips for Painting Palm Trees in Watercolor

Palm trees are an ideal subject for a watercolor painting in many ways, especially if you take a loose approach. So fitting, don’t you think? I mean, what says calm, relaxed me-time more than a laid back tropical vibe and a little creative expression? Let’s get your painting off to a breezy start (see what I did there 😉) with 7 tips on how to paint palm trees in watercolor. Oh, and would a youtube video demonstration on watercolor palm trees be helpful? I’ll include one or two of those too.

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The Art Studio is a State of Mind

Here's the beautiful truth - your perfect painting studio is much more than just a physical space. Studio is a state of mind, a way of being. Let's explore the possibilities of creating your ideal art studio, no matter your circumstances.

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Improve Your Watercolour Paintings with Notan Sketches (here’s how)

Easy Notan sketches are your secret weapon against the dreaded "meh" painting. Set yourself up for success with this quick (and fun) two-minute exercise before you get out those paints. Let me show you how this simple step can transform your watercolours from "bland to grand" faster than you can rinse your brush.

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5 Ways to Make Painting Even More Enjoyable

If there is one thing I’ve learned over the years it's that watercolour painting offers the painter so much more than just the finished painting. But let’s make the whole painting experience even more enjoyable by indulging all 5 senses as we paint. I’ve got plenty of simple suggestions that you can try today and make your painting time even better.

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What Makes a Watercolour Painting Engaging?

Looking to elevate your watercolours? Here are three essential tips to make your paintings more engaging and relatable. Learn how human elements, smart choices, and imaginative styles can turn simple scenes into captivating artworks. Read more and then let's get painting! 🎉❤ #CreativeJourney #WatercolourMagic

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Expensive Art Supplies

Let's Review Meilang Watercolour Paints

Is the Meilang Set of 36 Watercolour Tubes the vibrant, affordable colour for you? Let's review and find out if it is the promised rainbow at your fingertips that wont break the bank. Find out how these tubes compare to big-name brands and why they might just be the splash of color you need in your art supplies. 🎨💕 #WatercolourReview #MeilangWatercolours #ArtSuppliesOnABudget

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Painting Wildflowers in Watercolour

I painted lots of wildflowers recently, but my favourite was one of the teeny ones that actually took the shortest amount of time. You really don't need tonnes of free time in order to get that painting fix! Wildflowers was one of our monthly themes in the Happy Painters' Hub.

What is a CMYK palette for Watercolor?

Have you ever had a bright lively painting in mind, but when you painted it the result seemed a little dull? Or have you tried to mix a nice modern purple only to find you end up with a sort of grey? It’s not just you. It could be more about whether you are working with colours based on the CMYK scheme or the RBY scheme. Let’s figure how this might affect your watercolour painting. #cmyk #watercolortips #colorpalettes

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The One thing your Watercolour Needs

If you are thinking about your watercolour painting goals and wondering what your strategy should be, I have a simple approach to share. There’s one thing your watercolour painting process really needs. It also happens to be the simplest way to set your painting goals and measure your success. #watercolorpainting #watercolour #paintinggoals

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5 Reasons to Love Toned Sketchbooks

Sometimes all it takes to invigorate your sketchbook practice is a change of sketchbook. Let’s discuss 5 reasons you might want to use a toned sketchbooks and 3 ways you can try one out before you buy it!

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You Don't Need to Find Your Artistic Style

Ever been told to 'just make more art' if you want to find your artistic style? Firstly, you don't need to find your style. Secondly, you probably want some advice that is a bit more helpful than that! Find out more about a step by step process to get you painting like YOU. #artstyle #artisticstyle

Some of the most joyful watercolour pigments you will find are in the family of pinks and reds - but alas the one you like best is described as ‘fugitive’. So let's first clarify what a fugitive paint is and then figure out how much we should care about that in our watercolour adventures. #fugitivecolor #fugitivewatercolour #lightfast Color Theory Art, Easy Lessons, Flowers Tutorial

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Should you Paint with Fugitive Watercolors?

Some of the most joyful watercolour pigments you will find are in the family of pinks and reds - but alas the one you like best is described as ‘fugitive’. So let's first clarify what a fugitive paint is and then figure out how much we should care about that in our watercolour adventures. #fugitivecolor #fugitivewatercolour #lightfast

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Tight Briefs are Good for Creativity

I know it sounds counterintuitive because we all love the romantic notion of free spirited creatives with limitless possibilities. But when it comes down to it, infinite possibilities are not as much of a blessing as one might think. Here's why even loose painters need tight constraints. #creativity #paintingpractice #paintingtips

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Sketchbook, visual diary or art journal?

Sketchbook, visual diary or art journal? What's the difference and which one should a beginner take up? I've thought a lot about this and I'd like to share. 🤗 Hopefully that will leave you one less avenue for procrastination and free you up sooner to get creating! #sketchbookpractice #visualdiary #artjournal

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Why do Artists Work in Series?

Wherever you are in your creative journey there is merit to taking on board some of the ethos of working in a series. In fact, even if your creative project is your big beautiful life as opposed to a particular creative hobby there is value in giving yourself some sort of 'series' to work on in order to reap these benefits. Here's why artists work in a series and what that could mean for you. #paintingseries #watercolourseries #watercolorseries