How to Plan Your Watercolor From Reference to Stunning Results: Colors, Layers & Techniques (Patreon)

This ad-free version of my YouTube video showcases my complete planning process—from selecting a palette to layering—using a red cardinal bird as an example. For the complete step-by-step tutorial, including printable outlines, visit my Patreon (available in Tiers 2 & 3): https://www.patreon.com/posts/winter-birds-2-1-120019982

 🎨WATERCOLOR SUPPLIES & PIGMENTS MENTIONED: 

PAPER: Arches cold pressed 140lbs block 12 x 12 inches: https://amzn.to/3QGcmwc

GLOVE: Protective Glove/Smudge guard: https://amzn.to/3GFcojf

BRUSHES: Winsor & Newton Series 7 size 4, and Isabey in size 0: https://amzn.to/3Wgjkfs

Scarlet Lake from W&N (PR188): https://amzn.to/4j9jRK5

Quinacridone Coral: https://amzn.to/4d44hfk

Quinacridone Burnt Scarlet from Daniel Smith (PR206)

Hansa Yellow Deep: https://amzn.to/49fhK0U

Indigo: https://amzn.to/409kObF

Dioxazine Purple: https://amzn.to/4ddnr24

BIRD REFERENCE: https://unsplash.com/photos/red-cardinal-perched-on-brown-tree-branch-during-daytime-Yu_ejF2s_dI