Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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With this project, see firsthand the process of how I go from a reference image or an idea and turn that into a painting.

Supply List
Paint: Daniel Smith - Phthalo Blue, (Green Shade) Quinacridone Gold, Undersea Green, Lamp Black, Quinacridone Burnt Orange, Quinacridone Coral

Dr. PH Martin's Bleed Proof White
Brushes: Quill 4, Round 12
Heat It Craft Tool, Holbein Soft Tape, Watercolor Pencil
Let's Make Art Watercolor Calendar

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Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 - Welcome & Hello
00:38 - Oath
00:50 - Browsing reference images
05:40 - Step 1: Sketch
06:19 - Step 2: Paint the sand
09:26 - Step 3: Paint the water
13:13 - Step 4: Start adding details
24:00 - Bleed Proof White details
29:49 - Removing tape & reveal