HOW TO PAINT 'BLOOM' THE EASY WAY

In this full length painting tutorial, I will show you with easy to follow steps, how to paint these sloe berries (blackthorn) with watercolor. I will show you how to paint the 'bloom' using wet in wet, wet in dry and using colour glazing so that you can paint a painting you can be proud of - using my learn to paint as you paint approach. Equipment that I used: Paper - Arches 300 gsm cold pressed watercolor paper Brushes: a selection of 'spotters' - link underneath Paints: Indigo, ultramarine, black, vandyke brown, green grey and olive green - my paints are made by Mungyo but please use what you have. TOOLS THAT I RECOMMEND BRUSHES: Red Dot Spotters *All Rosemary & Co (short-handled) Sizes I use: 0, 2, 3, 4 and 6 http://bit.ly/reddotspotter This is the brush I use to remove errors https://bit.ly/flatsythenticbrush PAINTS: A good all-round pro set https://bit.ly/jacksonsshchminckesets PATREON SITE If you enjoy this video and would like to learn more about BOTANICAL ART, then head over to our Patreon site where you will find in-depth tutorials as well as photo editing where I show you how I prepare photos for painting (depending on your tier level). If you are serious about learning how to paint bold, botanical paintings, even if you are a beginner, then why not treat yourself to joining us there - the tutorials are more in-depth and ad-free, plus it's a really good way to support my channel. We also have weekly videos - these could be vlog type videos, doodles etc. Please note that the tiers mentioned are subject to change but are correct at the time of filming: Here is the link   / helencampbellart   SOCIAL MEDIA You may want to consider joining our private Facebook Group where you can post your completed paintings from these tutorials, as well as have access to the free traceable line drawings and reference photographs that I use so that you can try them for yourselves. Here is the link http://bit.ly/wondersofwatercolour All music: Epidemic Sound *Disclaimer: Helen Campbell is a participant in the Rosemary & Co and Jacksons Art Affiliate Program. Affiliate advertising programs are designed to provide a means for individuals to earn fees through the links above. The cost to you for these products is the same, but Helen earns a small commission. All Music by Epidemic Sound