Creating a Monochromatic Landscape with Watercolors: Easy Technique for Stunning Results

Hi everyone, it's Lynda M. Norman here, welcoming you back to my watercolor journey in the beautiful Okanagan Valley! Today, I'm excited to share a special technique that I've grown to love—painting with watercolors straight from the tube on canvas. This time, we're focusing on creating a serene, monochromatic landscape using two of my favorite Daniel Smith pigments: Cea and Payne's Gray. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to embrace the natural flow of pigments and water to achieve those dark, misty tones that add depth and atmosphere to your artwork. I’ll be using a simple credit card to guide the paint, allowing the colors to blend organically and create beautiful textures. It's an incredibly freeing process that lets the water and pigment dance together, resulting in a unique piece every time. I'll also share some tips on how to preserve your finished painting with varnish, ensuring that your artwork stands the test of time. Plus, I’ve added a little creative twist—a "hazy moon" effect that adds an extra layer of mystery to the scene. Highlights: How to paint with watercolor straight from the tube on canvas. Creating a monochromatic landscape with rich, textured tones. Using a credit card to manipulate pigments and add texture. Varnishing tips to protect and enhance your artwork. Bonus: Learn how to create a "hazy moon" effect in your painting. I hope this video inspires you to try out this technique and have fun with it. If you enjoy the process as much as I do, be sure to hit that subscribe button and stay tuned for more watercolor tips and tutorials. Thanks for watching, and happy painting! You can also visit my website at bandraoistudio.com to see more of my work and stay connected. Video by Lorenz Plourde