Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Introduction 00:00
2 Ways I use masking fluid with watercolors 0:24
8 Must-know masking fluid tips for success 3:23
Masking fluid can certainly be an invaluable tool for watercolor artists.
Though it is not 100% necessary for great art, it can make certain painting processes easier and, though it involves a couple of extra steps, it also speeds up others.
In this video, I share the two main ways I use masking fluid when working with watercolor and provide essential tips that will help you avoid undesired accidents.
I hope you find it helpful and, if you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the Comments below. 💙
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-Baohong Cold Press Watercolor Paper 140 lbs 100% Cotton amzn.to/4aW0Ztp
-Royal & Langnickel Zen Flat (1”) shrsl.com/4ig1k
-Princeton Neptune Mop Brush (6) shrsl.com/4ig1x
-Royal & Langnickel Zen Round (14) shrsl.com/4ig1y
-Princeton Aqua Elite Round (3) amzn.to/3UHfUlC
-Winsor&Newton Cotman 111 Round (0) shrsl.com/4ig1s
-Winsor & Newton Watercolor Tubes shrsl.com/4ig14
-Daniel Smith Watercolor Tubes shrsl.com/4ig17
-Derwent Graphic Pencils (HB, 2B) shrsl.com/4hs6n
-1” Artist Tape amzn.to/3VWTTjJ
-Faber-Castell Dust-Free Soft Eraser amzn.to/4d06Vmn
-Mr. Pen Kneaded Eraser amzn.to/4cWkcfP
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#howtousemaskingfluid #watercolortutorialforbeginners
Introduction 00:00
2 Ways I use masking fluid with watercolors 0:24
8 Must-know masking fluid tips for success 3:23
Masking fluid can certainly be an invaluable tool for watercolor artists.
Though it is not 100% necessary for great art, it can make certain painting processes easier and, though it involves a couple of extra steps, it also speeds up others.
In this video, I share the two main ways I use masking fluid when working with watercolor and provide essential tips that will help you avoid undesired accidents.
I hope you find it helpful and, if you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the Comments below. 💙
► Find my courses on Gumroad here:
erikalancasterartist.gumroad.com
► More helpful watercolor videos
Wet-on-Wet vs. Wet-on-Dry (Guide for Beginners) 🖌️ youtu.be/PQSgi0tSb5s
Watercolor Paper Sizing (Everything You Should Know) youtu.be/A32UFloxwws
Watercolor Maple Leaf Study + Masking Fluid Hack youtu.be/Xu31JESJb_k
How to Paint a Stack of Colorful Rocks Watercolor Tutorial youtu.be/9sXs6KfFSpU
► Supplies used in video:
-Winsor&Newton Colorless Masking Fluid shrsl.com/4ig21
-Baohong Cold Press Watercolor Paper 140 lbs 100% Cotton amzn.to/4aW0Ztp
-Royal & Langnickel Zen Flat (1”) shrsl.com/4ig1k
-Princeton Neptune Mop Brush (6) shrsl.com/4ig1x
-Royal & Langnickel Zen Round (14) shrsl.com/4ig1y
-Princeton Aqua Elite Round (3) amzn.to/3UHfUlC
-Winsor&Newton Cotman 111 Round (0) shrsl.com/4ig1s
-Winsor & Newton Watercolor Tubes shrsl.com/4ig14
-Daniel Smith Watercolor Tubes shrsl.com/4ig17
-Derwent Graphic Pencils (HB, 2B) shrsl.com/4hs6n
-1” Artist Tape amzn.to/3VWTTjJ
-Faber-Castell Dust-Free Soft Eraser amzn.to/4d06Vmn
-Mr. Pen Kneaded Eraser amzn.to/4cWkcfP
► Find a list of my favorite art supplies here:
erikalancaster.com/favorite_art_supplies.html
► Join my Patreon community for exclusive real-time sketching and watercolor tutorials, individualized feedback from me on your work, classes on Art Fundamentals, live art practice and chat every month, and more: patreon.com/erika_lancaster_artist
► Access my full art courses over on Skillshare and get 1 *FREE* month to enjoy all sorts of amazing creative classes
skillshare.com/en/r/user/erika_lancaster_artist?gr_tch_ref=on&gr_trp=on
► Become an art email insider to receive special messages from me and resources to help you improve your sketching and watercolor skills:
https://lancaster-e85-gmail-com.ck.page/d32ef80353
► Visit the Artist Merch Studio Shop for great gifts for artists and gear to help you stay inspired:
etsy.com/shop/artistmerchstudio
► Gear + Art Business Tools:
-Canon T6 EOS Rebel DSLR Camera
amzn.to/2Xt69HY
-Manfrotto 196B-2 143BKT 2-Section Single Articulated Arm with Camera Bracket (Black) amzn.to/2l7HJ8j
-Yeti Microphone amzn.to/3PtzE9G
-LED Lights for Video Filming amzn.to/45JPfrd
-MacBook Pro 16 inch amzn.to/3sFavQe
*Disclaimer: This channel is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. It is also a participant of Share-a-Sale, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for content creators to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Shareasale.com partner companies.
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