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Looking for some fun, spring-themed watercolor tutorials to try that are beginner-friendly? Tired of tutorials that leave important part of the process out? Learning a new painting medium is incredibly exciting, but it can also be overwhelming and confusing. It's hard to find watercolor tutorials where the full process is shown and where the why behind the artist's decision-making is explained so that you can actually build a solid foundation to jump off of. If you're a beginner who's looking for fun, spring-themed watercolor tutorials that help you practice essential techniques and even sketching, this list is for you! Whether you're into still life, landscapes, flowers or birds you'll find something here. The "Watch on YouTube" icon on the bottom left of each video will take you to my tutorial over on Youtube. There, you'll find extra links and supplies in the description box below each video, in case you're interested. Ready for some fun? Grab your supplies and let's paint together! White Flowers Watercolor Tutorial
In this calming and detailed tutorial, I walk you through my entire process for painting delicate white flowers. You’ll learn how to sketch the flowers freehand with pencil, use masking fluid strategically to keep things simple and clean, and apply my favorite watercolor techniques to create soft shadows, luminous petals, and realistic depth.
It’s the perfect project to welcome spring with elegance and ease! Pink Doughnut Watercolor Tutorial
Let’s have some fun while sharpening your watercolor skills with this sweet and colorful doughnut painting!
In this tutorial, I guide you through combining wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques to create soft gradients, vibrant color, and that irresistible sugary glow. It’s a playful way to master essential techniques. Simple Watercolor Cloudscape
In this beginner-friendly tutorial, I share my easy yet effective method for painting soft, realistic clouds with watercolor. You’ll learn how to create natural-looking skies and subtle transitions, giving you the confidence to incorporate beautiful cloudscapes into your future landscapes and nature scenes.
A peaceful and practical study for building your watercolor skills! Bluebird Watercolor Pencil Tutorial
In this step-by-step watercolor pencil tutorial, I walk you through my process for painting a vibrant Mountain Bluebird. You’ll learn how to layer and blend watercolor pencils effectively, and I share detailed tips for capturing the shape and texture of different feather types to achieve a soft, lifelike result.
A must-try for bird lovers and anyone wanting to explore the versatility of watercolor pencils! Watercolor Pencil Cupcake Tutorial
Want to make your watercolor pencil artwork look more realistic and deliciously vibrant? In this step-by-step tutorial, I show you how to choose the right colors, layer pigment effectively, and create a soft, glowing finish that makes your cupcake illustration come to life.
A fun and satisfying project for building confidence with watercolor pencils! Watercolor Trees- 2-Layer Process
In this tutorial, I share my simple yet effective 2-layer method for painting realistic trees with watercolor. You’ll learn how to build natural-looking shapes, textures, and depth—making it easy to confidently include trees in your landscapes and nature scenes.
A great skill-building exercise for all levels! Watercolor Pencil Yellow Rose
Discover how to create rich, believable depth using just three colors in this watercolor pencil tutorial. I’ll guide you step-by-step as we bring a vibrant yellow rose to life, focusing on subtle layering, shading, and color harmony.
A beautiful project that proves you don’t need a huge palette to achieve stunning results! Line + Wash Flower Bouquet Tutorial
This is the third and final part of my Line & Wash Flowers series, where we bring everything together to create a vibrant, cohesive bouquet! In part one, I teach you how to draw Daisies, Morning Glories and Peonies, and in part two I teach you how to draw Tulips, Daffodils and Orchids.
You’ll pick up practical tips for layout, flow, and color harmony, all while enjoying the meditative process of line and wash. A perfect wrap-up to the series and a stunning piece for your sketchbook! Watercolor Pencil Rose Tutorial
Love painting flowers? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to use watercolor pencils to create a soft, realistic rose full of depth and dimension. You’ll learn how to choose harmonious colors, layer pigment effectively, and blend for a natural, painterly finish.
A lovely project for building your flower-painting skills with confidence! Watercolor Pencil Park Bridge Scene
In this detailed watercolor pencil tutorial, I walk you through my three-phase process for painting landscapes and nature scenes. From establishing structure to adding depth and finishing with vibrant details, this approach will give you the tools to tackle any outdoor scene with confidence and create stunning, realistic results every time.
A must-try for landscape lovers and watercolor pencil enthusiasts! Watercolor Pencil Landscape with Boat
In this comprehensive class, I guide you through my layering technique for painting nature scenes using watercolor pencils. You’ll learn how to build depth and texture with just a few colors, creating realistic effects that make your landscapes truly come to life.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this tutorial is perfect for mastering nature scenes with ease and confidence.
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2 Comments
4/23/2025 11:09:16 am
This is really good—most people won’t bother explaining the why behind each step like you do. That makes a big difference. 4/27/2025 10:53:08 am
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