Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Is there a reference photo you really want to paint but the background is giving you trouble?
In this video, I’ll show you how to create multiple thumbnail sketches to play around with background ideas and solve composition problems. When working from a photo reference, artists often need to make changes, and this technique can help you find a simple and powerful solution for your painting.
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Here is my FREE Watercolor Jump Start Guide ➡️ watercolormastery.com/jumpstart-guide
AND grab my FREE 22 page Watercolor Pet Colors Ebook Guide ➡️ watercolormastery.com/pet-colors-guide
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In this video I'm using a very special handmade bamboo handle brush by Tracy Lebenzon. If you want to use brushes that are as unique as your own artwork is (and hold an incredible point!), check these out! International shipping, too. Click here to view the brushes ➡️ Web site: lebenzon-paintbrushes.com
Company Brochure: lebenzon-paintbrushes.com/Brochure.pdf
For a limited time use code EMILY for 20% off your purchase!
Check out my amazon store to see all my favorite watercolor supplies! ➡️ amazon.com/shop/emilyolsonart
Is there a reference photo you really want to paint but the background is giving you trouble?
In this video, I’ll show you how to create multiple thumbnail sketches to play around with background ideas and solve composition problems. When working from a photo reference, artists often need to make changes, and this technique can help you find a simple and powerful solution for your painting.
👉 Want to keep learning? Try a FREE watercolor class! (No credit card required!) ➡️ watercolormastery.com/pages/free-class
Here is my FREE Watercolor Jump Start Guide ➡️ watercolormastery.com/jumpstart-guide
AND grab my FREE 22 page Watercolor Pet Colors Ebook Guide ➡️ watercolormastery.com/pet-colors-guide
If you like my style of teaching and want more in depth, real time narrated tutorials, (including Daily Challenges!) check out my Watercolor Mastery Membership! ➡️ watercolormastery.com
If you enjoy this video, please give it a 👍!
❤ SUBSCRIBE if you're new to my channel & click on the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new video.
Also, feel free to leave comments below; I read each and every one. 😀
Follow me on Instagram @e_olson_art
In this video I'm using a very special handmade bamboo handle brush by Tracy Lebenzon. If you want to use brushes that are as unique as your own artwork is (and hold an incredible point!), check these out! International shipping, too. Click here to view the brushes ➡️ Web site: lebenzon-paintbrushes.com
Company Brochure: lebenzon-paintbrushes.com/Brochure.pdf
For a limited time use code EMILY for 20% off your purchase!
Check out my amazon store to see all my favorite watercolor supplies! ➡️ amazon.com/shop/emilyolsonart
