Are you painting with the RIGHT one? Watercolor vs Gouache Explained

You're shopping for a new painting set and you stumble upon watercolors and gouache. You've seen some watercolor tutorials on YouTube and you've heard some people mention another medium called gouache, but you have no idea how they're different and it all sounds really confusing. Does that sound like you? If it does, then this video is perfect for you. I'm diving into my two favorite paint mediums today and I'll not only explain but demo the differences so you can see what makes each of them unique. So get comfy, grab a cup of coffee and join me!
Xo
Margot

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
00:41 Watercolor
01:46 Gouache
02:50 Comparison
07:40 In Practice
8:48 Outro

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VIDEOS TO GET STARTED

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PLACES TO FIND ME

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ABOUT ME

Hi! My name is Margot and I am a professional artist and graphic designer. My parents like to joke that I was born with a paintbrush in hand. I started my career after graduating from the renown Parsons School of Design in New York City and spent over 15 years creating and designing for many of the world's top Fortune 500 brands and companies. My painting journey started as a side project and a creative outlet for me to step away from the computer, go back to my "roots" in fine art and to hone my skills as an illustrator and painter. I started posting some of my work on instagram and the rest is history. My work is inspired by all the things that I am passionate about. Ballet, travel, graphic design, color and finding a world of beauty in all facets of everyday life. I hope you’ll join me in this YouTube journey as I take you through all the tips, tricks and trade secrets I’ve gathered throughout the years. I hope I can teach you some of what I know, help you discover your creative voice and I hope you enjoy this Channel!

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[Risathahmed]

I've been searching the difference between watercolour and gouache past few hours and I didn't saw an explanation like this. This is a masterpiece. Explanation is very clear and very good. Thanks.

[awatercolourist]

I can’t believe no one has commented on this video before. I think it is very helpful for beginners or for artists who are using one medium and want to explore the other.

[cslattfri]

This is the absolute best, clearest and most concise explanation of the differences between watercolor and gouache that I have heard. I have been using watercolor for about five months and just bought my first set of gouache paints and haven't really started yet. When I opened the first tube I couldn't help but wonder why people don't just use gouache as watercolor by adding water or watercolor as gouache by not adding water but now I see the difference. Thank you!

[irene]

Very nice explanation. I just found your channel and am really enjoying it.

[zaarteestdanaportiermorvan]

I’m really enjoying your channel. This is a wonderful explanation. I do have a question do the two mediums mix. In other words can I start out with watercolor and add gouache Or vice versa?

[alexmcginness]

I’ve been debating getting guache or watercolor and I think I’m going to go with guache. Appreciate this video!

[ElBeeEss]

Gotcha. Thank you for illustrating the differences so beautifully; I love your flower ballerinas!

[hossenfeffer]

Excellent demonstration, really helped me as a beginner. I love your personal aesthetic shining through in your videography. Very nice 😊🇨🇦

[questioneverything]

I can’t decide which to get so I guess I’ll just get both! 😬

[theMuritz]

Thumbs up and your video deserves way more views and likes

[karins]

Margot, please help me: Is Gesso necessary for watercolors paintings ?