Blue Ridge Mountains. Easy step by step watercolor tutorial (updated) Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-02-22 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/UrkxU4AoWRMIn this 7 minute tutorial you will study how to paint sky and mountains using basic watercolor techniques. Step by step instructions are very easy to follow!Materials: 140 lb watercolor paper,5 watercolors (Payne's Grey, French Ultramarine, Cerulean Blue, Winsor Red, Raw Sienna), paper towelBrushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval)Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Healing by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200048Artist: http://incompetech.com
Blue Ridge Mountains, watercolor in Adobe Fresco Ekaterina Smirnova 2022-08-22 | This beloved watercolor tutorial is now done by using digital watercolors in Adobe Fresco. It’s time to explore new contemporary possibilities and I encourage you to join me!Watch the original:Easy step by step watercolor tutorial: Painting The Blue Ridge Mountains
Comet 67P Return. 2021 Ekaterina Smirnova 2021-10-20 | For the return of Comet 67P at the end of 2021, I've created new artwork. Implementing colonies of bacteria into the paintings I would like to start a conversation about the role of comets in the formation of life on our planet.Ekaterina-Smirnova.com
Winter Night in a Forest. Watercolor class Ekaterina Smirnova 2020-12-16 | Do you love snowy winters? Me too!Let's paint a winter night, trees and snow...Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/L_WJvzMmezQMaterials you will need:Watercolors: - French Ultramarine (blue)- Olive Green (bright grassy green)- Perylene Green (dark green)Gouache:- WhitePaper: Rough or cold press watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrush: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval) - throw-away brush to work with waxWax or liquid masking fluid,Masking tape, preferably waterproof, acid-free,Water, kitchen paper towel, pencil.Estimated painting time: 30 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheWind sound effects obtained from zapsplat.com
Autumn Plein Air or Painting with Cat Ekaterina Smirnova 2019-10-16 | I would like to take you out sketching autumn with watercolor!Don't miss out and go paint outdoors from life whenever you have a chance.Special thanks to my assistant - the cat.Смотреть на русском:youtu.be/Bq63LFrzs-AMaterials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), 2 different size bristle brushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval) watercolors paper towel,water,pencil (optional)eraser (optional).Estimated painting time: 20 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe
Alpine Flowers, watercolor demo Ekaterina Smirnova 2019-06-08 | Let's paint alpine flowers together. This time I am giving you a total freedom of creating your painting: choose your colors and paint it at your own pace!Materials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), 2 different size bristle brushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval) watercolors paper towel,water,pencil (optional)eraser (optional).Estimated painting time: 40 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe
Simple holiday card in watercolor Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-12-06 | Surprise your friends and paint your own winter holidays card!This is a very simple tutorial and anyone can make this card.Great for projects with kids.Materials you will need:Watercolors: - French Ultramarine (blue), - Ivory Black (black),You can use other colors for background, try making the northern lights!!!To create snow use white acrylic or a Masking fluid.Paper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrush: Soft bristle, pointyWater, kitchen paper towel.Estimated painting time: 20 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic used in this video:Funky Suspensebensound.com
Late Autumn, advanced watercolor demo Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-11-19 | Смотреть на русском: youtube.com/watch?v=NQ10AhxRIWcIn this watercolor class you will study how to paint a simple late autumn landscape. I will teach you a few tricks, how to make your painting more successful. We will pay attention to details, as well as use gouache to create an opaque fog effect.Materials you will need:Watercolors: - Raw Sienna,- French Ultramarine, - Olive Green,- Sepia,Gouache:- White,Paper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrush: Soft bristle, pointyWater, kitchen paper towel, pencil.Estimated painting time: 25 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic used in this video:1812 Overture by Tchaikovsky
Spooky Alley. Watercolor class Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-10-27 | Do you like it spooky? Is Halloween your favorite holiday?This watercolor tutorial is just for you.In just few minutes you will not only paint a suspense landscape, but also practice how to paint trees, defused light and will build depth by using different tones of the same color.Смотреть на русском: youtube.com/watch?v=l8Fg3YautOIMaterials you will need:Watercolors: - Raw Sienna,- Payne's Grey,Paper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrush: Soft bristle, pointyWater, kitchen paper towelEstimated painting time: 25 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Ghost Story by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300034Artist: http://incompetech.com
Foggy Autumn. Step by step watercolor class Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-10-12 | Let's enjoy autumn colors and paint a landscape while listening to Tchaikovsky. I will help you in each step. This class is great for beginners who want to get familiar with watercolors.Materials:Watercolors: - Raw Sienna,- Cadmium Yellow,- Permanent Rose,- French Ultramarine, - Ivory Black,Gouache:- White,Paper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrush: Soft bristle, pointy (Paul Rubens, Esprit L88, #6)Water, kitchen paper towel, pencil.Estimated painting time: 20 minPainting by Ekaterina SmirnovaFollow: Instagram @watercolorclasses Twitter @artapostrophe FaceBook @artapostrophe
How to test new watercolor materials Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-09-27 | When you get new materials you need to make sure to test them and see what you will be working with. In this tutorial I am showing how to test watercolor paints, brushes and paper. We will make a color palette, as well as try cold pressed paper on sizing and durability.Materials used, "Paul Rubens":- transparent watercolor set;- watercolor brushes Esprit L88, sizes 4 (largest), 10, 6, 1 (smallest)- watercolor block, 300 g/m2, acid free, wet on wet, cold press, 270x390 mm.- Magic Water Painting Paper (goes back to original when dries out)- ruler,- pencil,- water.Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic: Don't See the Branches, I See the Leaves by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/dtvArtist: http://chriszabriskie.com-
Sunday Sunset. Painting in Watercolor Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-08-05 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/iuUIKT556KUThis is my final recording of the series "A week of Sunsets".Please join me painting this evening scene. Estimated time including drying with a hairdryer: 15-20 minMaterials:watercolor paper, cold press 140 lb;pointy brush;water;napkin;ceramic mixing dishes;masking fluid,watercolors: - Ultramarine; - Raw Sienna; - Permanent Rose; - Ivory Black.Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Drone in D by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200044Artist: http://incompetech.com
Volcano Eruption. Advanced watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-08-03 | A violent, but beautiful natural event of a volcano eruption is my inspiration for this watercolor tutorial. Paint with me this amazing natural phenomenon.Materials you will need:Watercolors: Blue (Ultramarine), Black (Ivory Black), Yellow (Cadmium Yellow Deep), Red (Brown Madder)Paper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lb (I prefer Arches)Brush: Soft bristle, pointy (I used 7 Loew-Cornell 7000 round)Water, kitchen paper towel, pencil.Estimated painting time: 20 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophePiano music used in this video was specially recorded by Sid Edwards.
Saturday Sunset. Painting in Watercolor Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-07-28 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/JfRucEIzcmMPainting Wednesday sunset. The view is over beautiful Gorge amphitheater, Washington state, USA.Estimated time including drying with a hairdryer: 15 minMaterials:watercolor paper, cold press 140 lb;pointy brush;water;napkin;ceramic mixing dishes;watercolors: - Ultramarine; - Cadmium Yellow; - Brown Madder; - Payne's grey.Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Light Awash by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100175Artist: http://incompetech.com
Friday Sunset. Watercolor Landscape Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-07-20 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/w0KM1iW9Bx4Watch me paint a quick sunset landscape in real time.I invite you to follow along. Estimated time: 15 minMaterials:watercolor paper, cold press 140 lb;pointy brush;water;napkin;ceramic mixing dishes;watercolors: - Ultramarine; - Cadmium Yellow; - Brown Madder; - Paynes GreyVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses https://www.instagram.com/watercolorc... Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100630Artist: http://incompetech.com
Thursday Sunset. Watercolor Landscape Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-07-12 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/141IPp2s0Q8Watch me paint a quick sunset landscape in real time.I invite you to follow along. Estimated time: 15 minMaterials:watercolor paper, cold press 140 lb;pointy brush;water;napkin;ceramic mixing dishes;watercolors: - ultramarine; - raw sienna; - pink; - ivory blackVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses https://www.instagram.com/watercolorc... Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:The Life and Death of a Certain K. Zabriskie, Patriarch by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/vendafaceArtist: http://chriszabriskie.com
Wednesday Sunset. Watercolor landscape Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-07-04 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/OCPkhfmCtVgPainting Wednesday sunset. The view is over beautiful Gorge amphitheater, Washington state, USA.Estimated time including drying with a hairdryer: 20-25 minMaterials:watercolor paper, cold press 140 lb;pointy brush;water;napkin;ceramic mixing dishes;watercolors: - ultramarine; - cadmium yellow deep; - pink; - Payne's grey.Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Drone in D by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200044Artist: http://incompetech.com
Tuesday Sunset. Watercolor landscape Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-06-26 | Watch me paint a quick sunset landscape in real time.I invite you to follow along. Estimated time including drying with a hairdryer: 20-25 minMaterials:watercolor paper, cold press 140 lb;pointy brush;water;napkin;ceramic mixing dishes;watercolors: - ultramarine; - raw sienna; - pink; - ivory blackVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Light Awash by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100175Artist: http://incompetech.com
Monday Sunset. Watercolor landscape Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-06-18 | На русском: youtu.be/6G3Ew85qDwoWatch me paint a quick sunset landscape in real time.I invite you to follow along. Estimated time including drying with a hairdryer: 20 minMaterials:watercolor paper, cold press 140 lb;pointy brush;water;napkin;ceramic mixing dishes;watercolors: - ultramarine; - raw sienna; - pink; - ivory blackVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393Artist: http://incompetech.com
Lightning Storm. Step by step watercolor tutorial. Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-05-30 | Let's paint a dramatic storm over the sea! Using basic watercolor techniques I will show you how to paint stormy sky, lightning and rough waters.Урок на русском здесь: youtube.com/watch?v=v2UEAfGRczcMaterials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), 2 different size bristle brushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval)3 watercolors (Raw Sienna, French Ultramarine, Payne's Grey), masking fluid (any kind would work, just ask at an art store) or an X-Acto knife,paper towel,water.Follow: Instagram @watercolorclasses Twitter @artapostrophe FaceBook @artapostrophe——ekaterina-smirnova.com——
Cherry Blossom Alley. Easy watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-04-17 | Урок на русском: youtu.be/UgWYt41GORgThis watercolor tutorial is a follow up on "Autumn Alley"You can easily change a season from fall to spring if you choose your colors correctly. Try it yourself!Materials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), small and pointy brush (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000)4 watercolors (French Ultramarine, Permanent Rose, Sepia), paper towel,water.Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:The Sun is Scheduled to Come Out Tomorrow by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/honorArtist: http://chriszabriskie.com
Mountains at Dawn. Easy step-by-step watercolor tutorial. Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-04-05 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/xg6irXswPVMIf you are a fan of my "Blue Ridge Mountains" tutorial (youtu.be/3ygRoZmudCo), you will enjoy this one too.In 7 min I give a detailed instruction on how to paint a simple mountainous landscape.It takes about 30 min to paint this artwork if you are using a hairdryer to speed up the drying process.---------------Materials:Watercolors:- Ultramarine,- Raw Sienna,- Permanent Rose,- Paynes Grey.Watercolor paper: rough, at least 140 lbBrushes:- wide bristle brush,- pointy small bristle brushwater,kitchen paper towel or cloth----------------Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe
Icelandic Spring. Watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-03-17 | Let't celebrate spring together and paint an Icelandic landscape.Materials you will need:Watercolors: Cerulean Blue, Ivory Black, Burnt Sienna, Olive Green.Paper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrush: Soft bristle, pointyWater, kitchen paper towel, pencil.Estimated painting time: 20 minVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe
Stormy Sky 2. Watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-03-12 | This class is the 1st from my new series where I will be showing how to paint aquatic sky. There will be different weather conditions, different clouds and different sea. I think that this set of classes will help you to paint a successful sky seen.Materials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), Bristle brushes: - wide flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval)4 watercolors:- Paynes Grey, Ivory Black, Olive Green, French Ultramarine), paper towel,water.Follow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheVisit my website: ekaterina-smirnova.comMusic:Mesmerize by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500005Artist: http://incompetech.com
Stormy Sky. Watercolor tutorial, step by step. Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-03-09 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/B6yddV9ZslkThis class is the 1st from my new series where I will be showing how to paint aquatic sky. There will be different weather conditions, different clouds and different sea. I think that this set of classes will help you to paint a successful sky seen.Materials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), Bristle brushes: - wide flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval)4 watercolors:- Paynes Grey, Ivory Black, Olive Green, French Ultramarine), paper towel,water.Follow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheVisit my website: ekaterina-smirnova.comMusic:Mesmerize by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500005Artist: http://incompetech.com
What to do with a bad painting Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-02-15 | So, we all were there... created something that we are not very proud of. What do you do now? Do you save it? Or do you burn it? In this tutorial I will inspire you to have fun with a bad piece. Lets cut it up and make something new!Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic used in this video:See you Soonby Otis McDonald
Осенний пейзаж. Урок акварели. Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-02-05 | To watch this tutorial in English:youtube.com/watch?v=Fae1k_TDAj8Смотреть полное видео на русском:youtube.com/watch?v=BDIw9jM32YkFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe
Pink Sunset. Watercolor tutorial. Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-01-27 | Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/Z6FFfBNn_xUGetting ready for St. Valentines day?Why not painting a beautiful pink sunset for two?I will lead you through the steps and help you to create your own landscape painting.Estimated painting time: 25 minMaterials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), Bristle brush (N8 Silver Black Velvet, 3000S Round)4 watercolors:- Rose Madder Genuin,- French Ultramarine, - Raw Sienna,- Ivory Black;paper towel,water.Visit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic used in this video:Daybreak by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100266Artist: http://incompetech.com
Зима в Центральном Парке. Акварель для начинающих. Ekaterina Smirnova 2018-01-04 | Смотрите полное видео на моём русском канале:youtu.be/DbBn9WdM3WAЭтот урок для начинающих акварелистов. Следуя простым методам работы с акварелью мы напишем зиму в Центральном парке Нью Йорка. В конце урока у вас будет своя собственная картина.Вам понадобится:акварельная бумага (торшон), акварельные краски:- Ультрамарин, - Чёрная или Серая ПейнаГуашь:- Белая(или жидкая бумага Aquacover)Бумажная салфетка,Кисть средняя с заострённым концом,Большая кисть.Навестите мой сайт:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comСоциальные сети: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic: La Mer Se Calme, Moon de Lоunge
Winter in Paris. Watercolor Step by Step Ekaterina Smirnova 2017-12-09 | In this Step by Step watercolor tutorial we will be painting Paris in winter. So put your snow mood on and let's have some fun.Using basic watercolor techniques we will paint trees, figures and architecture as well as SNOW! We will also practice rules of perspective.Materials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), 2 different size bristle brushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - rough, pig hair (or an old tooth brush)watercolors: - French Ultramarine, - Red Madder, - Neutral Tint (or black)optional colors: Rose Madder and Cerulean Blue,White goulash (to paint snow),paper towel,water,pencil,eraser.To WIN the original artwork by Ekaterina from this tutorial:- share your painting from this class on social media;- include the YouTube link to this tutorial;- tag Ekaterina Smirnova on ether: Instagram @katapostrophe Twitter @artapostropheThe 1st person who will follow these steps will win the artwork. (Please note, your mailing address will be requested privately to be able to send the artwork)Follow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Triumphant Return by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Artist: http://audionautix.com
Painting Golden Autumn in Watercolor Ekaterina Smirnova 2017-10-02 | In this short step by step watercolor demo you will study how to paint a simple golden autumn landscape. Materials:paper, 140 lb min, rough,Colors: (Winsor & Newton)French Ultramarine, Yellow Ochre,Brown Madder,Hooker's Green,Watercolor paper, rough, at least 140 lb,Medium size bristle brush, round and pointy,Paper towels.It is always great to study from masters, and this time I was looking at the painting "The Road from Chailly to Fontainebleau" by Claude Monet.Follow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe
Painting Solar Eclipse, easy step by step watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2017-08-05 | A rare event of the total solar eclipse is taking place on August 21, 2017. Lets get ready for it! Paint with me this amazing solar phenomenon in watercolor.Materials you will need:Watercolors: French Ultramarine, Black (Neutral tint)Paper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrush: Soft bristle, pointyWater, kitchen paper towel, pencil.Estimated painting time: 20 minFind more details about the eclipse:space.com/33797-total-solar-eclipse-2017-guide.htmlhttp://www.eclipse2017.org/2017/maps.htmVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic used in this video:Dance, Don't Delay by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://www.twinmusicom.org/song/303/dance-dont-delayArtist: http://www.twinmusicom.org
30 sec tips: watercolor brands Ekaterina Smirnova 2017-06-27 | Choosing a right brand of watercolor should be your life time task. I have different kinds in my studio. What you should pay attention to is the intensity of the pigment (the stronger the better). Note, that some pigments can stain. Gouache paints have more ash, so they are not as transparent, but could be removed from the paper easier. Here is a link to the recommended article: http://wonderstreet.com/blog/which-brand-of-watercolour-should-you-chooseFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheekaterina-smirnova.com
Glacier. Step by step watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2017-05-25 | In this Step by Step watercolor tutorial we will be painting a landscape with floating glacial massive icebergs. With the global change of temperature ice is melting and it is very sad to watch it disappear. Lets paint this landscape and remember that it is in our hands to change things around. Materials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker, I use Arches watercolor rough, 156 lb), 2 different size bristle brushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval)4 watercolors (French Ultramarine, Quinacridone Red, Yellow Ochre, Sepia), paper towel,water,pencil,eraser.—Painting by Ekaterina SmirnovaFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe——ekaterina-smirnova.com——Music: Namaste by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Artist: http://audionautix.com
Spring Landscape. Easy Step by Step Watercolor tutorial. Ekaterina Smirnova 2017-03-12 | In this step by step 6 min tutorial you will study how to paint a spring landscape, which includes sky, river, trees and bushes.Materials:Rough watercolor paper (at least 140 lb)Watercolor paint: - Cerulean Blue;- Ultramarine;- Dark Green (Winsor Green Blue Shade/ Terre Verte/ Perylene Green);- Red (Brown Madder/ Alizarin Crimson/ Perylene Maroon/ Venetian Red)PaletteBrushes: - larger (1" Silver Black Velvet 3009S Oval);- small pointy ( 7 Loe-Cornell 7000 Round);Kitchen towelContainer for waterekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic: Book Bag, E's Jammy Jams
Painting Twilight in watercolor Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-11-12 | It took about an hour to make this loose watercolor painting of twilight in a small town surrounded by mountains. This small study (10.5"x13") is made for a much larger painting (52"x70") which you can find here: "Twilight" http://www.ekaterina-smirnova.com/natureandmanVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Dance, Don't Delay by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://www.twinmusicom.org/song/303/dance-dont-delayArtist: http://www.twinmusicom.org
Autumn Vista, watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-11-09 | In this Step by Step watercolor tutorial we will be painting an autumn landscape. Using basic watercolor techniques we will paint golden trees and two rivers on the sunny day of fall. Also: chance to WIN my artwork!Materials: watercolor paper, rough (140 lb or thicker), 2 different size bristle brushes, 4 watercolors (French Ultramarine, Red Madder, Raw Sienna, Ivory Black or Payne's Grey), paper towel,water.Optional: pencil.Follow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Enchanted Valley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200093Artist: http://incompetech.com
Monochromatic Landscape. Step by step watercolor tutorial. Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-09-03 | In this Step by Step watercolor tutorial we will be working on a monochromatic landscape of Rio de Janeiro.Materials:Rough watercolor paper, thicker then140 lbSoft pointy bristle brushWaterKitchen paper towelsWatercolor: Raw Sienna Brown Madder Ivory BlackBrush used: Silver Black Velvet, 1", 3009S oval. Made in Japan. To see Ekaterina Smirnova artwork, please visit: http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Sideways Samba by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Artist: http://audionautix.com
Watercolor demo: Irish landscape plein-air Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-06-25 | In this video you will watch me progress a plein-air sketch of an Irish landscape.Materials:156 lb rough watercolor paper, watercolorwaterkitchen paper towelbrush (rough big hair, 1/5")Follow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:Parting Glass by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Artist: http://audionautix.com
Cyanotype workshop! Beautiful floral blue prints. Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-06-08 | This is a short step by step tutorial on how to work with Cyanotype – a photographic printing process that produces a cyan-blue print. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CyanotypePerfect for summer fun or other art projects!You will need:- well sized paper (hot press or cold press)- sponges or brushes- Ferric Ammonium Citrate- Potassium Ferricyanide- UV light (sun)- water- dark roomNote: when mixing chemicals please use protective glasses and mask!Follow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostropheMusic:I Am Running Down the Long Hallway of Viewmont Elementary by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/honorArtist: http://chriszabriskie.com
Forest waterfall. Advance watercolor tutorial Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-06-01 | Follow me while painting a summer waterfall!We will paint using Alla Prima technique – creating a painting at the first attempt. Colors: French Ultramarine, Sap Green, SepiaPaper: Rough watercolor paper, at least 140 lbBrushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval)Estimated painting time: 20 minMentioned: "To Be Forever Wild" documentary about Catskills, NYhttp://www.tobeforeverwild.comVyt, the art residency of the Art Students League of NYhttp://www.theartstudentsleague.org/Residency.aspxVisit my website:http://ekaterina-smirnova.comFollow: Instagram: @watercolorclasses instagram.com/watercolorclasses Twitter: @Artapostrophe twitter.com/artapostrophe Pinterest: @Artapostrophe pinterest.com/artapostrophe FaceBook: @artapostrophe facebook.com/artapostrophe
Space-time project Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-05-06 | This interactive, sight specific installation is inspired by the Theory of Relativity by Albert Einstein. It is Arduino operated and programmed to operate always random so your experience will never be repeated again! The viewer is invited to walk along the corridor to experience a sound-surround effect of 10 different ticking cuckoo clock recordings. Space and time are interwoven into a single continuum known as space-time. Events that occur at the same time for one observer could occur at different times for another. See more: http://www.ekaterina-smirnova.com/spacetime
67P. Singing Comet Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-03-08 | Inspired by the ESA Rosetta mission to the comet 67P Ekaterina Smirnova (artist and project director, New York), Lee Mottram (clarinetist, Wales), Takuto Fukuda (composer, Japan) and Brian Hekker (video editor, New York) collaborated to create a unique atmospheric piece. The music composition is both abstract and representational. At the end of the arrangement they present you the sound of the ocean tide, suggesting the importance of water to us, as living creatures, which possibly arrived on our planet via comets. Ekaterina invited Lee Mottram to her art studio to play clarinet at the same time that she was painting the 67P series. They contemporaneously created independent works, feeding off of each other's expression of sound and color. In the sound studio, Takuto Fukuda created an Electro-Acoustic composition, electronically manipulating the performance by the clarinetist and fusing it with other sounds such as the artist’s heartbeat and water. With their music piece, they tell the story of comets visiting our Solar System, repeating their cycle, curving around the Sun and releasing water to form their tails. The video piece, edited by Brian Hekker and synchronized to the music, invites you to enter the world of creative thinking, spontaneity, repetitions and reverses.This piece will be presented at a science symposium organized by the European Space Agency (ESA) in Netherlands, in March 2016.http://www.ekaterina-smirnova.com/67p-music
Make a Valentine card! Watercolor and more. Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-02-05 | Make a Valentine card for somebody special!An easy to follow tutorial that has a focus on watercolor.Download the TEMPLATE and read step by step description: ekaterinasmirnova.wordpress.com/2016/02/04/making-a-valentine-cardYou will need:– 2 sheets of watercolor paper at least 7.5″ x 7.5″ ( I prefer Arches paper 156 lb rough).– watercolor paint (in my case it’s Rose Madder Genuine by Winsor & Newton)– soft bristle wide brush– pointy bristle brush, smaller– paper glue– foil– X-Acto knife– small piece of ribbon– water– paper towelСмотреть на русском:youtu.be/Oe_aWJDuuqYMusic:Rauchus by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org
30 sec tips: protecting painting from humidity Ekaterina Smirnova 2016-01-31 | How to protect your watercolor, especially from humidity?Use wax medium. It is easy to apply over the finished artwork by using a spatula. Make sure your paper is fully dry.This will coat your painting with a transparent hardly noticeable water resistant layer. Note: you will not be able to paint on top of this laver any longer.This trick will work even if you don't want to use glass when framing!Recommended wax medium options:- Gambil Cold Wax Medium;- Donald's Wax Medium.(Use ether or, or mix it together).
Autumn Alley. Step by step watercolor tutorial. Part 1 Ekaterina Smirnova 2015-11-18 | In this short step by step watercolor demo you will study how to paint a simple autumn landscape. Смотреть на русском: youtu.be/yEPkUBWmysMMaterials:paper, 140 lb min, rough,Colors (Winsor & Newton): yellow (Cadmium Yellow), orange (Winsor Orange), dark red (Brown Madder), black (Ivory Black),Paper towels,Mist bottle,Brushes: - small and pointy (N7 Loew-Cornell, round 7000) - wider flat and pointy (1" Silver Black Velvet, 3009S Oval)Stay connected:http://www.ekaterina-smirnova.comFaceBook: Ekaterina Smirnova Artist Fan Pagehttp://on.fb.me/1O0vVuzTwitter: @Artapostrophetwitter.com/artapostrophePinterest: @Artapostrophepinterest.com/artapostropheInstagram: Katapostropheinstagram.com/katapostrophe
Autumn Alley. Step by step watercolor tutorial. Part 2 Ekaterina Smirnova 2015-11-18 | In this short step by step watercolor demo you will study how to take your painting much further by using various techniques, like glazing, splashing, washing off...Materials:paper, 140 lb min, rough,White Gouache (Winsor & Newton, Permanent White),Hake brush, Hard bristle brush,Paper towels,Mist bottle.Stay connected:http://www.ekaterina-smirnova.comFaceBook: Ekaterina Smirnova Artist Fan Pagehttp://on.fb.me/1O0vVuzTwitter: @Artapostrophetwitter.com/artapostrophePinterest: @Artapostrophepinterest.com/artapostropheInstagram: Katapostropheinstagram.com/katapostrophe
30 sec tips: liquid watercolor paper Ekaterina Smirnova 2015-11-10 | A nice tool to have in your watercolor studio: Aquacover liquid watercolor paper. Use it as a "White Out" for your painting/ paint with white (great for snow effect).
30 sec tips: watercolor brushes Ekaterina Smirnova 2015-11-09 | Study about different watercolor brushes! Hake, Bristle and Synthetic.
