Beginner Watercolor Tutorial

Learn how to paint a simple urban scene in watercolor while picking up beginner-friendly tips you can use in any painting. 1:49 - Sketch 2:13 - Preparation 4:45 - Wet on wet 6:33 - Ink 7:47 - Final wash In this video, I walk through my full watercolor process from start to finish, sharing practical techniques to help you avoid common beginner mistakes. We’ll cover how to simplify buildings, control water and layer washes. This lesson is designed for beginners, but even experienced artists may find useful reminders about building strong watercolor foundations. In this video you'll learn: • How to simplify an urban scene into basic shapes • Tips for controlling water • How to layer watercolor washes with confidence • Ways to add detail • Beginner-friendly techniques you can apply to any scene Materials Used: • Watercolor paper (cold press recommended) • Brushes • Basic watercolor palette • Pencil for sketching • Ink/Marker • Paper towel / cloth If you're just getting started with watercolor, urban scenes are a great way to practice shapes, perspective, and layering. This video will help you build confidence with each step. Subscribe for more watercolor tutorials, drawing lessons, and practical art tips. #watercolor #watercolortutorial #beginnerwatercolor #urbansketch #paintingforbeginners