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Wondering how to use watercolor pencils for best results? How are watercolor pencils different from regular colored pencils and traditional watercolor paint? Where to start when learning about this versatile medium? Learning how to use a new art medium can be incredibly exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. It's hard to find watercolor pencil 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 full watercolor pencil classes that help you practice essential techniques so that you can make faster progress, this compilation is for you! Whether you're into still life, botanicals, birds or landscapes, 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! *If you'd like to have my outline sketches for these tutorials, most of them are available over in my Patreon for only $1!
Watercolor Pencil 101- Full Guide for Beginners
Here is a thorough guide for beginners where I explain must-know information and provide helpful exercises that will help you practice foundational techniques.
Watercolor Pencils vs. Traditional Paint (Similarities + Differences)
Watercolor pencils are very different from traditional watercolor paint. In this video, I explain similarities and differences, and share painting time lapses so that you can see how the process and end results are different.
How to Layer and Blend Colors With Watercolor Pencils
Learn layering and blending techniques that will help you effectively combine colors and create smooth gradients.
Watercolor Pencil Red Bell Pepper Step-by-Step Tutorial
In this step-by-step tutorial, I explain how to protect highlights and layer watercolor pencils to achieve realistic results.
Realistic Colorful Cupcake Watercolor Pencil Tutorial
In this tutorial, I spill the tea on all my favorite watercolor pencil techniques that help me achieve glowing results as I share my process for a realistic cupcake.
*My outline sketch is available over in my Patreon shop here. Orange Still Life Watercolor Pencil Tutorial
In this full class, I share my entire process, from freehand pencil sketch to layering watercolor pencils for a full still life painting.
Mountain Bluebird Watercolor Pencil Tutorial
Gain useful insights to help you better choose colors before starting a new painting and follow along to learn how to layer for depth and texture.
The Best Watercolor Pencils for Beginners
Blooming Yellow Rose Watercolor Pencil Tutorial (Only 3 Colors!)
In this class, I explain how I use Analogous colors to achieve believable depth in a blooming rose piece. Follow along to learn how to shade using only 3 colors!
Watercolor Pencil Boat Scene Tutorial
In this step-by-step tutorial, I explain how I approach scenes and landscapes using watercolor pencils. This is a method you can take with you to successfully paint any scene.
Step-by-Step Blue + Gold Macaw Tutorial
If you love drawing and painting birds, this tutorial is a must-watch! I share how to paint different kinds of feathers easily and how to layer for realistic results. 
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Happy painting!
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