Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Whether you're recovering from a painting that didn’t turn out as you hoped, or still searching for your own unique style, you’re in the right place. Today, I’ll show you how color — not form — can help you break free from frustration and spark a fresh start. We’ll use simple shapes and beautiful colors to unlock real growth in your watercolor journey. So grab your paints, and let’s begin!
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Materials:
Viviva Colorsheet Fall set tinyurl.com/viviva-fall-colorsheets
Viviva Pan Set tinyurl.com/viviva-watercolor-pan
Viviva A5 Sketchpad 32 leaves 120lb refill tinyurl.com/Viviva-Sketchpad-Refill
Viviva sketchbook 60 page white 120lb
Viviva Colors A5 Sketchbook - Ivory paper, 64 Pages, 120 lbs tinyurl.com/A5-64-page
***Use code DIANEANTONE for 10% off Viviva Colors website***
Lightwish Acrylic Dual Tip markers amzn.to/3MtOsmw
MAB sparkly metallic watercolors - when ordering use code DIANE10 etsy.com/shop/MABWatercolours
***Use code DIANE10 for 10% off MAB Watercolours on Etsy***
Meeden 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper Block 10 x 7 inches $16.95
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***Use code DIANE15 for 15% off Meeden Art's website***
Princeton Aqua Elite Synthetic Kolinsky Brush, Round, size 8 amzn.to/42P6whE. $11.83
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About my brushes
I have always bought my favorite brushes from Drawell direct from Japan. They are handmade in Japan. Drawell will ship readily to anywhere in the world. The prices on their website are in Japanese currency but if you send Mr Maeyama an email he will give you prices in other currencies. The brushes I use are the Maestro Series (black and Gold handles) and the Golden Nylon Series 11-2 (red and white handles) and I use sizes 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13. drawell.co.jp/english/product.html
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Watch ad-free on Patreon: patreon.com/dianeantonestudio/posts/ad-free-with-how-127527204
Whether you're recovering from a painting that didn’t turn out as you hoped, or still searching for your own unique style, you’re in the right place. Today, I’ll show you how color — not form — can help you break free from frustration and spark a fresh start. We’ll use simple shapes and beautiful colors to unlock real growth in your watercolor journey. So grab your paints, and let’s begin!
Download the sketch: dianeantone.com/product/oriental-street-scene-sketch
Get your Studio Insiders Pass for ten FREE sketches every month:
dianeantone.com/product/studio-insiders-pass
(There are no recurring charges, just a one-off payment to set up the Pass. **Mid and Top Tier Patrons and Channel Members get this pass FREE - look for the coupon code when you join!**)
Materials:
Viviva Colorsheet Fall set tinyurl.com/viviva-fall-colorsheets
Viviva Pan Set tinyurl.com/viviva-watercolor-pan
Viviva A5 Sketchpad 32 leaves 120lb refill tinyurl.com/Viviva-Sketchpad-Refill
Viviva sketchbook 60 page white 120lb
Viviva Colors A5 Sketchbook - Ivory paper, 64 Pages, 120 lbs tinyurl.com/A5-64-page
***Use code DIANEANTONE for 10% off Viviva Colors website***
Lightwish Acrylic Dual Tip markers amzn.to/3MtOsmw
MAB sparkly metallic watercolors - when ordering use code DIANE10 etsy.com/shop/MABWatercolours
***Use code DIANE10 for 10% off MAB Watercolours on Etsy***
Meeden 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper Block 10 x 7 inches $16.95
tinyurl.com/meeden-watercolor-block
***Use code DIANE15 for 15% off Meeden Art's website***
Princeton Aqua Elite Synthetic Kolinsky Brush, Round, size 8 amzn.to/42P6whE. $11.83
-----------------------
Get an overview of what we do here at Diane Antone Studio:
https://linktr.ee/dianeantonestudio
Join my FREE Studio Insiders' Newsletter for weekly coupons, freebies, offers, inspiration, news and more: dianeantone.com/join-our-newsletter
Join my YouTube Membership: youtube.com/dianeantonestudio/join
Join my Patreon: patreon.com/dianeantonestudio
Become a Studio Insider for 10 FREE one-click sketch downloads per month: dianeantone.com/product/studio-insiders-pass
Buy original paintings on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/dianeantonestudio
Shop My MERCH: merch.dianeantone.com
---------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLIES
Browse all of my recommended supplies on my Amazon Storefronts:
USA - amazon.com/shop/dianeantonestudio
Canada - amazon.ca/shop/dianeantonestudio
UK - amazon.co.uk/shop/dianeantonestudio
About my brushes
I have always bought my favorite brushes from Drawell direct from Japan. They are handmade in Japan. Drawell will ship readily to anywhere in the world. The prices on their website are in Japanese currency but if you send Mr Maeyama an email he will give you prices in other currencies. The brushes I use are the Maestro Series (black and Gold handles) and the Golden Nylon Series 11-2 (red and white handles) and I use sizes 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13. drawell.co.jp/english/product.html
---------------------------------------------------------------
CONNECT WITH ME
Visit the YouTube Community Tab here: youtube.com/DianeAntoneStudio/community
Diane Antone Studio Private YouTube Members Group - for Members only facebook.com/groups/dianeantonestudiomembers
Website: dianeantone.com
Facebook Diane Antone Studio: facebook.com/dianeantonestudio
Facebook Members Only Group:
facebook.com/groups/dianeantonestudiomembers
Facebook Learn to Paint Watercolor Group: facebook.com/groups/learnwatercolourpainting
Facebook Learn to Paint Mixed Media Group: facebook.com/groups/learnhowtopaint
Instagram: instagram.com/dianeantonestudio
Pinterest: pinterest.com/dianeantonestudio
TikTok: tiktok.com/@dianeantonestudio
Please visit our baby sister channel @fromthegarden
Tip Jar: tinyurl.com/dastipjar
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We use royalty-free music from Epidemic Sound. Sign up with this link to get 30 days free.
epidemicsound.com/referral/69dvmu
Diane Antone Studio makes a commission from sales made through the above links.*
#dianeantonestudio #watercolor #art
