The video is a tutorial on watercolor techniques, aimed at beginners and those of all skill levels. The instructor introduces 8 techniques, which are demonstrated with the help of a watercolor paper and a pencil. The techniques are labeled on the paper for easy reference. The instructor emphasizes the importance of letting each box dry completely before moving on to a new technique.
The first technique involves using watercolor and salt. The selected area is covered with the chosen colors, and the more water used, the more interesting the effect. The drawing is then sprinkled quickly with salt and allowed to dry. The salt is carefully removed to reveal an unusual pattern.
The second technique involves using a tissue crumpled into a ball, which is placed in the color box and pressed lightly with the hands. The paint is allowed to dry a little but not too long.
The third technique involves using alcohol. A swab is dipped in alcohol and used to drip it into the watercolor to create interesting patterns.
The fourth technique involves using a white crayon to draw a pattern on white paper, which is then covered with watercolors. The wax drawing resists watercolors, and the paper remains white underneath.
The fifth technique involves splashing colors with a brush. The brush is dipped in paint and hit against the fingers to create a splash effect.
The sixth technique involves using a brush, a little water, and watercolors to create a base color, which is then covered with another color. The drawing is turned over a couple of times while it's still wet.
The seventh technique involves coloring in a box, wrapping it carefully in plastic, and waiting about an hour for the colors to mix.
The last technique involves using the transparency of watercolor to create a dimensional effect. The drawing starts with the lightest shadow and is repeated with a darker tone.
The instructor encourages viewers to try these techniques and create their own watercolor masterpieces.
1. The speaker is giving a lesson on easy watercolor techniques.
2. The speaker will demonstrate 8 of their favorite techniques.
3. The speaker suggests using a pencil and ruler to measure 8 rectangles on watercolor paper.
4. Each box will be labeled with the corresponding technique.
5. The speaker recommends letting each box dry completely before moving on to a new technique.
6. The speaker mentions that a hair dryer can be used to speed up the drying process.
7. The first technique involves using watercolor and salt.
8. The speaker uses two colors, blue and light blue, for the first technique.
9. The speaker suggests using a lot of water to create an interesting effect.
10. The drawing is sprinkled with salt and then allowed to dry.
11. The second technique involves using a tissue crumpled in a color box.
12. The speaker suggests pressing the tissue lightly with hands and letting the paint dry a little.
13. The third technique involves using alcohol to create patterns.
14. The speaker uses bright colors for the third technique.
15. The fourth technique involves using a white crayon to draw a pattern on white paper.
16. The watercolors are then used to cover the wax drawing.
17. The wax is resistant to watercolors and the paper remains white underneath.
18. The fifth technique involves splashing with paint.
19. The sixth technique involves using a brush, water, and watercolors.
20. The speaker uses yellow as the base color for the sixth technique.
21. The seventh technique involves using a plastic wrapper.
22. The speaker suggests waiting about an hour for the drawing to dry.
23. The last technique involves using the transparency of watercolor.
24. The speaker starts with the lightest shadow and draws shapes all over the box.
25. The speaker repeats the same shapes but with a darker tone.
26. The speaker ends with a very bright color.
27. The speaker suggests that the techniques can be used one after another.
28. The speaker invites viewers to write in the comments to share their favorite technique.