Light & Shadow in Watercolor: Master Brushstrokes + Color Mixing Basics

In this video, we’re diving deep into the foundations of watercolor — understanding light, shadow, and brushstroke technique through simple shapes. I’ll walk you through how to mix colors with confidence, create depth by understanding atmospheric perspective, and make your paintings come to life without overcomplicating your process. 👉 Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to strengthen their watercolor fundamentals. 💡 What You’ll Learn: How to see and paint light and shadow using simple shapes and using only TWO colors The basics of the color wheel and why certain color mixes work (and others don’t!) Atmospheric perspective — why distant objects look lighter and softer, and how do we accomplish that in watercolor Brushstroke techniques like dry brushing, wet-on-wet, and smooth blending How to transfer your drawing to watercolor paper cleanly and easily Tips for mixing color directly on your palette and paper Building confidence with minimal texture and clean, intentional strokes 📥 Download the Reference Drawing: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1usrQ... 🛒 See My Full Supply List: https://traige.my.canva.site/bellingh... If you found this helpful, don’t forget to like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share it with a fellow artist who loves watercolor!