Uploaded February 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
In this video I show you how to achieve a textured and layered forest foreground using a sponge and the wet on wet technique. This is a quick and simple watercolor painting that's perfect for those starting out.
🌲 Want to paint misty evergreen forests?
Learn my techniques in my mini watercolor course → jackiepeacock.com/courses
Misty Forest Painting: Techniques for Creating Atmosphere and Depth
This mini watercolor course is for artists drawn to moody landscapes and evergreen forests who want to create depth, softness, and atmosphere with intention.
You’ll learn essential watercolor techniques used throughout a misty forest painting—including creating mist, building layered forests, shaping evergreen trees, and my signature spray bottle technique that transforms your trees. Then, follow along with a complete start-to-finish demonstration as everything comes together in one cohesive forest moodscape.
SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER: jackiepeacock.com
FOLLOW ME
Pinterest @jackiepeacockart
Instagram @jackiepeacockart
WATERCOLOR PINE TREE VIDEO
youtu.be/yyze3OH6ztc
youtu.be/hz_cxhPfv5c
BINGE ALL LANDSCAPE VIDEOS
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX_2xtBQ4xzmDwcMJbRH__1DtfBKgh1p
MATERIALS USED
Paper
Arches Cold Press Watercolor Paper: amzn.to/3RpGXR4
Watercolor Brushes
Princeton Velvetouch Long Round size 6: amzn.to/46fXB9M
Paint
Daniel Smith Watercolors
Perylene Green: amzn.to/46dr983
Deep Sap Green: amzn.to/3PlWyyz
Sap Green: amzn.to/453jCrK
Cobalt Blue: amzn.to/3RpBrhb
Prussian Blue: amzn.to/3Zi7DoN
Extra materials I tend to use in my paintings:
Natural Synthetic Sea Sponges for Artists: amzn.to/3sNOfnA
Paper Towel or Microfiber Cloth
Board for paper: amzn.to/3EH8uFT
Painters Tape: amzn.to/3RfeVrh
Heat Tool by WOW!: amzn.to/488U2UP
Dr. Ph. Martin's Bleed Proof White: amzn.to/45UPcZL
Masking Fluid: amzn.to/3PiwjJf
*Disclaimer: This video and/or video description contain affiliate links. If you decide to click on any of these links and purchase an item, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you.
Thank you so much for supporting me and my channel.
Jackie
In this video I show you how to achieve a textured and layered forest foreground using a sponge and the wet on wet technique. This is a quick and simple watercolor painting that's perfect for those starting out.
🌲 Want to paint misty evergreen forests?
Learn my techniques in my mini watercolor course → jackiepeacock.com/courses
Misty Forest Painting: Techniques for Creating Atmosphere and Depth
This mini watercolor course is for artists drawn to moody landscapes and evergreen forests who want to create depth, softness, and atmosphere with intention.
You’ll learn essential watercolor techniques used throughout a misty forest painting—including creating mist, building layered forests, shaping evergreen trees, and my signature spray bottle technique that transforms your trees. Then, follow along with a complete start-to-finish demonstration as everything comes together in one cohesive forest moodscape.
SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER: jackiepeacock.com
FOLLOW ME
Pinterest @jackiepeacockart
Instagram @jackiepeacockart
WATERCOLOR PINE TREE VIDEO
youtu.be/yyze3OH6ztc
youtu.be/hz_cxhPfv5c
BINGE ALL LANDSCAPE VIDEOS
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX_2xtBQ4xzmDwcMJbRH__1DtfBKgh1p
MATERIALS USED
Paper
Arches Cold Press Watercolor Paper: amzn.to/3RpGXR4
Watercolor Brushes
Princeton Velvetouch Long Round size 6: amzn.to/46fXB9M
Paint
Daniel Smith Watercolors
Perylene Green: amzn.to/46dr983
Deep Sap Green: amzn.to/3PlWyyz
Sap Green: amzn.to/453jCrK
Cobalt Blue: amzn.to/3RpBrhb
Prussian Blue: amzn.to/3Zi7DoN
Extra materials I tend to use in my paintings:
Natural Synthetic Sea Sponges for Artists: amzn.to/3sNOfnA
Paper Towel or Microfiber Cloth
Board for paper: amzn.to/3EH8uFT
Painters Tape: amzn.to/3RfeVrh
Heat Tool by WOW!: amzn.to/488U2UP
Dr. Ph. Martin's Bleed Proof White: amzn.to/45UPcZL
Masking Fluid: amzn.to/3PiwjJf
*Disclaimer: This video and/or video description contain affiliate links. If you decide to click on any of these links and purchase an item, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you.
Thank you so much for supporting me and my channel.
Jackie
