Best Supplies for Beginning Watercolor in 2023!

Make sure your new watercolor hobby kicks some serious you know what from day one with these supplies...
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VIDEOS MENTIONED

Amazon Watercolor Palettes

More About My Brushes

More About My Palette

Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Ex-Beginners

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MY JOYFUL ART SUPPLIES (Specific list for this vid below)

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My Newest Book! Mixed-Media Adventures

WATERcolor Your Own Calendar

WATERcolor Notecards with Foil

WATERcolor Your Own Ornaments

WATERcolor Your Own Garland
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WHAT I USED

PAPER
Academy

PAINT
The Art for Joy’s Sake Watercolor Palette

BRUSHES:
The Art for Joy’s Sake Brush Collection

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[mickeykyker]

This video made me cry. Im a 63 year old woman and have always wanted to watercolor. Why why why didn't i just try it 40 years ago. Well now im 63 and diagnosed with bone cancer. I finally decided to just do it and i love love love it so much. Makes me sad to think what i missed out on. I think wow can u imagine what i would be able to paint if i had just started 40 years ago. Anyway its so true what your encouraging others to do. I hope with all my heart that people are listening and they are inspired to just do it and keep at it, dont give up because with practice you do get better and it is so much fun.

[FatsquatchPNW]

That Baohong Academy paper is a godsend. People like to throw out the words "student grade" like it's some sort of curse and you'll never have any success using products labeled as such, but I strongly beg to differ. I paint a lot of landscapes with big juicy wet background washes, and that paper just keeps taking all the water I throw at it. I can scrub out and lift pigment without it pilling up, and it has just the right amount of texture to create really interesting foliage effects, but not so much that I can't go in and add some fine detailing when needed. And being able to get a block of 20 sheets for half the price of a block of 12 to 15 sheets? Uh, yes please.

[KeepBeautyReal]

I just watched your previous beginner supplies video from a few years ago and I had to laugh because of course one of the papers I first grabbed was the XL and as I’m painting I’m thinking “what am I doing…this is so inconsistent” and then you said “this paper can be inconsistent” and I was rejoicing! 😂 only 3 weeks into playing and I’m looking forward to growing. I mostly started for a different creative outlet and some anxiety reduction—but I can tell I’m going to really want to dig in and learn! Your brush set looks amazing, I have it added to my wishlist after watching your paint drills video! ❤

[carolyncarter]

I needed a soft sable-like brush to paint “dreamy “ style roses . Didn’t have, wasn’t going to buy one, so I looked around the house and found an old Mary Kay eye shadow brush. I painted a bouquet of three “dreamy” style roses that I think is my best floral painting to date. So you’re right, Kristie, when you say use what you have. Perhaps it is that “uncomfortable “ moment in painting when we go beyond our own expectations. Happy New Year .

[KristyRice]

So a few more points to go along with this really important vid:
1. Yes I was likely just eating a Christmas cookie just before filming this so no I don’t have some weird disease on my lip lol.
2. The reindeer in the background of my desk absolutely frightens my daughter and him being right there and nowhere else makes her feel safe. #toddlerlife
3. The tricky dagger brushes I touched on in the vid are those that either aren’t 100% synthetic and/or have a bristle length longer that about ¾ inches. The specific design of my brushes makes you feel very much in control of your strokes, even as a beginner
4. My palette recommendation is also for another BIG reason…IF you aren’t ready to dive into complicated color theory or mixing at the beginning of your watercolor journey (which I really recommend you don’t), my palette offers the most fun and inspiring color collection that won’t leave you wanting if you don’t mix!

[jillhuhn]

Hi christy I got my watercolor pencils and water brushes for about 20 or $25 total on amazon and they wetk great Thanks for being so supportive and inspiring I don't use watercolor paper but I color in johanna basford coloring books!

[Krisstofers]

I don't know why, but I absolutely felt pain in my heart when you said, "bring out the phone book or a paper bag to paint on." I know that your whole entire intent and being is to paint with joy But, I think because when I was little (8-10 years old), and my parents were both at work, and my brother was at a friend's house, and I was home all by myself... Obviously I couldn't go shopping... So, I would find things around the house to create art with. So, those things that you mentioned... were my go to, back in the day. It so sad to think that there are people that seriously can't afford to buy the "proper" tools, so they make do with what they got. I think I even used a cloth just to rub paint on a project once. Obviously after my kindergarten fiasco with watercolor, I never tried this with watercolor... However, you know what? I even painted with food coloring once, because I didn't own paints and I wanted to attain a painted look on something. I just don't remember what exactly it was. I think I created sculptures out of Flour, water and salt, because I didn't have clay. Once I learned how to paper mache in school (10 years old), I did the same concept with water, flour and the white pages. I recall making paste once out of rice, because I needed to complete a school project, and I didn't have a glue stick or glue at home. That was another time my parents weren't home. Wasn't Gen-X a great generation!?!? LOL!!! I think we are stronger people with grit, because we had the hard knocks in life and just learned how to make do with what we had!!!

[ryanlaplante]

You're a really kind and thoughtful person. ❤❤❤

[tamarawinje]

Your encouragement give me JOY! Thank you for being a cheerleader and giving us choices to get out there and paint!

[sherryfurr]

I discovered Baohong last year and agree with everything you say about it. And I just ordered your palette about an hour ago despite my saying to myself that I would not order any more paints in 2023. But I am old, just started watercolors last Feb., so why not. I have no desire to find a style, frame my art or even show it to anyone. To be honest I just enjoy playing in the paints, like a child. 😬😬😬

[marytesta]

Kristys brush set is fantastic. The paints are so smooth and easy to use.

[keysersoze]

You speak with experience, joy and firm, flowing expression..Thanks so much Kristy

[janaemerson]

I’m hoping you can make a bigger artcrush palette with more colors- I love yours

[bernadettebaldonado]

My sister ordered the Baohong professional watercolor sample pack at Amazon. She gave me some of that sample and it comes in hot and cold press watercolor paper. I have used the Baohong Academy watercolor and I enjoyed using it but the professional one really level it up! 👌 will be saving for the professional watercolor paper by Baohong.

[loriannkisiolek]

I’m so excited I found you and your encouragement and your excitement! I just stared to learn to paint with you and it’s so relaxing to me. I am so happy to be here with you!

[GabrielleCarbonneau]

I have your palette and your brushes. Love them!

[clemenciastaffanell]

Hi Kristy, I am so grateful to have found you!!!! I'd been dreaming to learn watercolor paint since I was leaning to talk. Very long time ago!! Now I finally decided to give it a try. I'm retired with a lot of energy, great health and lots of time in my hands. Everything you mention in your chat rings the bell in my mind. Let me know if you receive this message because I have lots of questions. Thank you. You're a blessing in my life!!

[jwall]

Received a gift of your brushes they are really fabulous. I love the dagger. 2 pads of Arches paper. And we adopted the perfect rescue puppy. A new dog to paint and snuggle. I’ve started on sunflowers too. After a year of growing my supplies, comfort, and I think most importantly for me the knowledge that I don’t have to finish a painting the first day, but I should go back to it and find the good parts even if I don’t finish it. I’m ready for more videos from you.

[tradingpostfarms]

That's what I started with kristy. My teens jack richeson semi moist pallette that came in a christmas gift he never used, and dollar general watercolor paper. That was 3 years ago and I've come a long way since then.

[natashaquijano]

I use acrylic mainly…. But I am trying to branch out… this info was VERY useful!