How to paint realistic trees and grass in watercolour
Do you ever wish you could paint realistic trees and grass in watercolour?
And do you wonder what technique to use to capture these important elements of a landscape in all their glory?
Usually, I paint small subjects larger-than-life. Sometimes though, I like to mix things up and do things the other way around, scaling down bigger subjects to fit my paper.
If you’re only used to scaling-up your subjects, scaling-down is a really fun challenge.
And the good news is that you don’t need to learn a different technique for this.
In this video I show you that my wet-on-dry watercolour method can be just as effective when painting a large subject much smaller – like this little landscape.
Watch the video to find out how to paint this tree and grass with plenty of detail so as to achieve a realistic-looking result.
I also have a video showing you how to tackle the sky, so why not try putting these techniques into practice and painting your own landscape this weekend?
Have you used my wet-into-dry method for painting trees and grass? How did you get on?
If you enjoyed the video, please leave me a comment below. I ❤️ to read them.
Happy painting,
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I’m just getting into painting and I love receiving the videos. The simpler the better for me! You break it down really well thank you x
I’m a die hard fan of you. Love your work. Thanks for sharing this great technique .
Regards
Seema.
Aww thanks Seema!
Thank you so much for these! Love them !!!
As usual you inspire me with your technique of painting trees and grass which I will use. Thank you .
Love this! Thank you and have a wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Hi Anna, thank you so much for sharing your inspiring work. I will try your technique. My problem at the moment is lack of time, but I will persevere. May I ask what make of paint you use?
Check out the Equipment Page for details Maria
So pretty and well explained thank you Anna
Eunice
I will have to try this technique. But I wonder how long it took you to paint this in real time? Thank you for your wonderful inspirational videos.
Loved the video, will have a go when I get chance. And post it if I can !!!!!
Oh thank you so much for this, I must try it….. love your tutorials…..xxx
Thank you , enjoying your video
Thank you for these videos !They are very helpful!
I love your art dear Anna!!!!!
This is soooo beautiful! I love trees. I also love dead trees. I see so many memories in them. The birds that raised their little ones, the squirrels that ran and jumped throughout the limbs, the child with their dog tell the dog all their secrets, and the tire swing and the heart carved by two lovers. I just love the beauty in trees and the history it keeps for us to enjoy!! Thank you for this video. I will cherish this for sure!!
Thank you for another inspirational video! You are a master. I have passed both your Sky, and now your Tree video along to friends who will try it out, and pass along to their friends, too.
I always look forward to your short notes.
Rest assured I am already planning when I might join your site for yet another most fulfilling year…I confess, I’m kind of waiting for another one of your special sales!
It always amazes me that at the end of your work just how much the intricate details of your work make such a difference. I am hoping one day to see this myself to that degree. I am always afraid of over doing my work.
Thank you Anna you make it look so easy will give it a go. Enjoying watercolour painting
Your such a talented artist. Thank you for your very generous little videos, they are inspiring.
Love your amazing works ! Thanks for sharing and keep inspiring us with your wow painting.
I have alway had trouble painting trees thanks for breaking down how to paint trees
Thankyou Anna for this video. Beautiful tree…I’ll definitely have a go. Happy Christmas xxx
Beautiful short but precise! Thanks!
I love your video’s, please keep them coming !!
You have the patience of a saint, or is it Job ?
I have known personally one other person who painted trees landscapes, people etc in such detail, in fact it was hard to tell his paintings were not actually photographs
I tend to slap it on, I like realistic but it’s just not my style, isn’t it great we are all so different, though copying some projects out of your books I can do a reasonable copy
All the best and thank you
Thank you so much again, lovely technique.
Thank You for sharing this wonderful experience and knowledge. I need to see the details of how to paint and you are good at explaining.
Thank you I love watching your novel technique you get the most amazing results
Hi Anna: I really enjoy your short little snippets! They’re great for review. I’m always happy to share with painting friends as well. Best to you, Joan
Anna, you’re a peach !
I enjoy your painting demonstrations !
Dear Anna,
Please, forgive my familiarity with your name in my greeting.
Your work is beautiful and I’ve also taken your advice to schedule time to paint everyday! I believe my painting has improved and so has my attitude; my over all feeling of being content with life! I have been watching your free online messages and programs! I now am on a meager, fixed monthly income and must be very prudent with my budget! I thank you for your inspiration! Your work is WONDERFUL! And I find your sense of humor, at the end of your videos, as equally wonderful and engaging! Thank you, again, very much!!
Kindly,
Wallis
Thanks for taking the time to write Wallis, I’m so pleased you’ve been enjoying the videos and finding time to paint! Keep at it
I love your videos! Thank you for sharing your amazing work. All the best
Very good