How to Add SHADOWS to Watercolor Landscapes - Step-by-Step Tutorial

How to Add SHADOWS to Watercolor Landscapes - Step-by-Step Tutorial

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how to add stunning shadows to your watercolor landscapes! Elevate your artwork and bring depth to your scenes with our easy-to-follow techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this video will guide you through the process of creating realistic shadows that enhance your watercolor paintings. We’ll cover essential tips on color mixing, brush techniques, and composition to ensure your landscapes come alive. Discover how to use shadows to create mood and dimension, making your artworks more captivating. Follow along as we paint a beautiful landscape, demonstrating each step to help you master the art of shadowing in watercolor. Don't forget to grab your brushes and paints, and let’s get started on this creative journey! Subscribe for more watercolor tips and tutorials, and transform your painting skills today! #watercolor #landscapepainting #arttutorial #paintingtechniques #watercolorart #shadowsinart #stepbystep #arttips #creativeprocess

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Soundtrack composed by Taran Stormes Martino

Paint: Winsor and Newton Artist Quality, Daler Rowney Professional, Daniel Smith Fine Art Watercolours

You will also need kitchen roll, a pencil, eraser and a ruler

Colours we used

Paynes Grey
Burnt Sienna
Buff Titanium
Yellow Ochre
Sap Green
Green Gold
Moonglow

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[theroadhome_Liz_Summers]

"to allow the human eye to see ..." that grass detail in foreground and fading to the wash ... excellent lesson for me. I have tended to think I need detail everywhere. The entire video is very helpful to me.

"its important to commit to it ..." Ha! yes, I did gasp a bit but result is perfect!

Also, as a beginner who started trying large landscape and feeling horrible about results ... and then simplifying to smaller "landscape"/vignette ... smaller and simpler was so helpful to me in learning as well as for a slight feeling of progress in skill!

[jannissen]

So pretty! I always think how fabulous your work is and then you say “I’m just going to add a little…..” and your work becomes even more fabulous! Thank you. This was a fun one.

[Carina-]

This is absolutely beautiful! 😍🤩😍
Thank you so much for sharing this inspiring video! 🥰😘😘😘

[AndiNewtonian]

It's amazing how much difference the shadows make!

[ishrika]

I'm always in love with your sketch, and that comes out so perfect ❤. Your painting is so beautiful . Thank you so much. 💓

[gwynethanderson]

I enjoyed this SO much. I had a stressful week and needed something relaxing and this just hit the spot. It was so much fun to paint and I love the shadow effect. I enjoy your tutorials so much - as a fellow leftie it's very nice to follow someone who paints in the same direction I do. Thank you again.

[JasminRöper]

I did the fox in snow before and now this one. I learned so much today. Thank you so much ❤

[LisaAdams.]

I’m always amazed at how detailed and sweet your art is. This is gorgeous!

[noralockspeed]

I have always been in love with Kew Gardens! This makes me want to be right there! Thank you Harriet 😊

[christinemayopowers]

Love this! Also had not heard of a “folly” before 😂 too fun. Looks like a great place to steal some smooches 💋. Thank you Harriet

[jackieculver]

I like your style of painting and your techniques are not burdensome…great watercolor lessons here!😃❤️🎨

[donnastokes]

Wow yet another stunning painting ty Harriet 😊

[ChantelleArts]

this is brilliant, thank you for sharing such a brilliant tutorial ☺☺

[bevclarke]

Thanks for the tip on taking a screen shot. This makes it much easier to draw from.

[darcypalmer]

Wow, that is beautiful. I'm always amazed at your shadows. I'm learning a lot from you. Thank you!

[nancydavidson]

I’ve been thinking of a word to describe your paintings and the word is delightful. Your paintings always delight me. Thank you Harriet ❤

[euaggeliaglaros]

You make it look so easy. It is lovely ❤

[stevieAmi]

I learn so much from your tutorials, and I DO become more confident in my own abilities! Thank you!

[lindakuck]

I am really bad with shadows. This was very helpful thanks Harriet 😊❤

[AnneSmith-muph]

This is so pretty I’m going to have ago lv Ann 🇬🇧❤️❤️