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I Started To Paint 6 Months Ago, Here Are The Results
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I Started To Paint 6 Months Ago, Here Are The Results

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The main difference between traditional and digital art is that there is no “undo” button especially when it comes to watercolor. I have started my watercolor journey just 6 months ago. For my very first painting, I used some 6 colors watercolor set which you can find in any supermarket’s crafts section. And I didn’t even know the difference between professional watercolor paper and paper I could buy in a supermarket.

But painting animals doesn’t feel like creating a decent looking painting out of its reference. It’s about sharing a mood and building character’s personality. And of course, every animal is like my own pet and I wanted only the best for them. So a couple of moths ago I finally purchased my first professional block of watercolor paper and a decent set of watercolors. And I was surprised how important tools are. Proper tools give you +10 (or 100!) to your skills! You can save on brushes, even on paints but never try to save on paper! It does make a difference.

Since I don’t dare to call myself a professional yet. I always paint on a smaller sheet of paper first and then I make a larger and better-looking version of the painting.

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    Angelina LG

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    Architect. Self-taught watercolor enthusiast.

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    Architect. Self-taught watercolor enthusiast.

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    Mark Fergel
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look fantastic. I'm going to assume you were actually drawing/etc. prior to working in watercolor?

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I took some painting classes back in school, but it was...weird: they didn't even tell us that we should use watercolor paper for watercolor, and didn't show us any techniques. It reminded more of painting walls with huge brush. And the results were as ugly as the process itself lol But yes, I've been drawing a lot since I was little :)

    Load More Replies...
    Bud Barkdoll
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Drop dead gourous paintings,my favorite I'd curled Fox with flower border! Go girl!

    rose white
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, this is so inspiring to me as i have really wanted to learn painting but I'm really s**t at it. I love watercolour and have been trying to practice. Any advice?

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you! I started by watching random videos on YouTube. 90% percent of them are actually useless even though artists do a great job... Try watching Mind of watercolour - the guy actually explains how to APLLY basic techniques.

    Load More Replies...
    Pi...
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right. U can now call yourself a painter. These were beautiful.

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thank you! but I when I say to somebody: "i love watercolor" i can tell they think something like "ok. nothing special about that". So i'm gonna call myself an artist when it becomes my main occupation :)

    Load More Replies...
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not from zero of course. I took architectural drawing classes back when I was I student. But drawing shapes (cubes, spheres and architectural elements) is a completely different from watercolor and animals:)

    Load More Replies...
    Misty Pal
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    U are a Natural born artist! God what I'd do with even a drop of your talent.

    IMRAN KING
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i really love them but i wont buy the 6 months story. I am a professional artist and illustrator and as a person who finished fine arts i can spot really easy a trained artist or an amateur and your work shows signs of years of drawing studies, anathomy and geometry. Even the strokes and fine details of your brush reveals learned knowledge of how to handle and master the art of painting. Excellent job and very talented, but please, don't use anymore the story of 6 months genius epiphany.paint by numbers

    ์€๋ณ„
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love them allโ™ฅ 6 months is such a short period of time but these drawings are so amazing. I wouldn't say you practiced half a year but half a life!

    Liam Jeremiah
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I started painting six months ago here are my results" . . Show off I paint on toilet paper every day

    Sick Boy
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It took you six months to paint these? That's... 18 days per painting. That's plenty of time.

    Ilona G.
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Six months? This is unbelievable but wonderful. Great talent and wonderful work. I love the foxes so much.

    Will Blizard
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just goes to show anyone can do anything if they set their mind to it,and nothing will stop them not even time,I have a similar story,I had never really played soccer,except in school,a few years ago I gave it a shot,after 2 years of relentless practice,I surpassed all my friends who were once better than me,and played their whole lives,most of them,and people were asking me if I was a professional,nope ,I never played,I have yet to play an official game on an official team,just a f*#k ton of hard work sweat and practice,kudos to you

    jacluckycat
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such incredible talent, harnessed in such a short period of time. These paintings are beyond beautiful and have a photographic degree of detail. Incredible.

    Typical Panda
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How even can you do this? Even if dreams could come true, I could never do this.

    Milena Waschbรคrchen
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wow! I wish you drew raccoons, I love your style! I would plaster my walls with that

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thank you! actually that's a good idea: I haven't tried painting small and fluffy animal yet:)

    Load More Replies...
    Rana
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If in 6 months you are soo good i'm sure in next couple of years you will be the best

    cyn smith
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ? lacking confidence- enter them into contests or seek opinions from gallery owners, this will boost your confidence as well as credibility!

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thank you! well that would be awesome it one day I could make a full time occupation out of it... and hopefully it happens soon:)

    Load More Replies...
    cyn smith
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have a gift of a talent you never knew you had... for some artist's (aka Me) it takes years of practice! Beautifully done!

    mahsima
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm jealous of you, liked to try it but watercolor is frightening ! Maybe needs high painting skill, or maybe i just dont knw papers and its stuffs, any way couldn't make it .__.

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like all you need is a couple of good tutorial s on YouTube and a block of Arches paper:) and a little bit of patience:)

    Load More Replies...
    jacques Gerald
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should increase the price of your paintings if you want to be recognised as a world class artist, the price you are currently selling them don't do justice to your work.

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly I have no idea how to price paintings. But I feel like my prices are fare enough since I am just learning.

    Load More Replies...
    Teo Gia
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    GREAT! YOUR SKILL AND YOUR SOUL ARE GREAT...! ARE YOU EVER TRYING GOING DEEP INNER YOUR "SELF"...?

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you! It's really surprising for me to read all these comments! I didn't expect this article to get more then a couple hundred views. Honestly!

    Load More Replies...
    aanchal adhikari
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonderful. I definately looking forward to more paintings by you ^_^.

    Sharon Roche
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I own a pet fox. Your paintings of foxes are absolutely gorgeous. Every detail is perfect!

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm jealous! ๐Ÿ˜ I know some people have foxes as pets, but I be never meet one before. That's so cool!

    Load More Replies...
    Melissa Apple
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are beautiful! I would love to have one for my home โค๏ธ Thanks for sharing your work!

    Kindell Kosmetschke
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have recently started this journey as well! Just got my first set of pro watercolors a few weeks ago and ordered a block yesterday :)

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Try ShinHann watercolors (i got them form Amazon)! You'll be surprised for good they are for the price!

    Load More Replies...
    Teija Kettunen
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing. I've been painting for about 4 years and I don't think I could do that. :)

    Mahadi Mallick
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is amazing, you've come a long way in just 6 months! You're an inspiration :)

    Maddie Fabbro
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This somehow reminds me of the Illustrator Jessica Roux, more because of the animals than the style!

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love her art! But hats off to Morten Solberg. His style is absolutely amazing and I guess it was him who inspired me to start painting

    Load More Replies...
    Sophia Marotta
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you are amazing and EVERYONE knows it except you.(are you kidding? You used one of those one $ sets!)

    Teodora Tudorache
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i really love them but i wont buy the 6 months story. I am a professional artist and illustrator and as a person who finished fine arts i can spot really easy a trained artist or an amateur and your work shows signs of years of drawing studies, anathomy and geometry. Even the strokes and fine details of your brush reveals learned knowledge of how to handle and master the art of painting. Excellent job and very talented, but please, don't use anymore the story of 6 months genius epiphany .... you don't need it :)

    Celeste Spaniel
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry, but some people really can achieve amazing things in a short amount of time. I know because it happened to me too.

    Load More Replies...
    Mark Fergel
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look fantastic. I'm going to assume you were actually drawing/etc. prior to working in watercolor?

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I took some painting classes back in school, but it was...weird: they didn't even tell us that we should use watercolor paper for watercolor, and didn't show us any techniques. It reminded more of painting walls with huge brush. And the results were as ugly as the process itself lol But yes, I've been drawing a lot since I was little :)

    Load More Replies...
    Bud Barkdoll
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Drop dead gourous paintings,my favorite I'd curled Fox with flower border! Go girl!

    rose white
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, this is so inspiring to me as i have really wanted to learn painting but I'm really s**t at it. I love watercolour and have been trying to practice. Any advice?

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you! I started by watching random videos on YouTube. 90% percent of them are actually useless even though artists do a great job... Try watching Mind of watercolour - the guy actually explains how to APLLY basic techniques.

    Load More Replies...
    Pi...
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right. U can now call yourself a painter. These were beautiful.

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thank you! but I when I say to somebody: "i love watercolor" i can tell they think something like "ok. nothing special about that". So i'm gonna call myself an artist when it becomes my main occupation :)

    Load More Replies...
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not from zero of course. I took architectural drawing classes back when I was I student. But drawing shapes (cubes, spheres and architectural elements) is a completely different from watercolor and animals:)

    Load More Replies...
    Misty Pal
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    U are a Natural born artist! God what I'd do with even a drop of your talent.

    IMRAN KING
    Community Member
    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i really love them but i wont buy the 6 months story. I am a professional artist and illustrator and as a person who finished fine arts i can spot really easy a trained artist or an amateur and your work shows signs of years of drawing studies, anathomy and geometry. Even the strokes and fine details of your brush reveals learned knowledge of how to handle and master the art of painting. Excellent job and very talented, but please, don't use anymore the story of 6 months genius epiphany.paint by numbers

    ์€๋ณ„
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love them allโ™ฅ 6 months is such a short period of time but these drawings are so amazing. I wouldn't say you practiced half a year but half a life!

    Liam Jeremiah
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I started painting six months ago here are my results" . . Show off I paint on toilet paper every day

    Sick Boy
    Community Member
    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It took you six months to paint these? That's... 18 days per painting. That's plenty of time.

    Ilona G.
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Six months? This is unbelievable but wonderful. Great talent and wonderful work. I love the foxes so much.

    Will Blizard
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just goes to show anyone can do anything if they set their mind to it,and nothing will stop them not even time,I have a similar story,I had never really played soccer,except in school,a few years ago I gave it a shot,after 2 years of relentless practice,I surpassed all my friends who were once better than me,and played their whole lives,most of them,and people were asking me if I was a professional,nope ,I never played,I have yet to play an official game on an official team,just a f*#k ton of hard work sweat and practice,kudos to you

    jacluckycat
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such incredible talent, harnessed in such a short period of time. These paintings are beyond beautiful and have a photographic degree of detail. Incredible.

    Typical Panda
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How even can you do this? Even if dreams could come true, I could never do this.

    Milena Waschbรคrchen
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wow! I wish you drew raccoons, I love your style! I would plaster my walls with that

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thank you! actually that's a good idea: I haven't tried painting small and fluffy animal yet:)

    Load More Replies...
    Rana
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If in 6 months you are soo good i'm sure in next couple of years you will be the best

    cyn smith
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ? lacking confidence- enter them into contests or seek opinions from gallery owners, this will boost your confidence as well as credibility!

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thank you! well that would be awesome it one day I could make a full time occupation out of it... and hopefully it happens soon:)

    Load More Replies...
    cyn smith
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have a gift of a talent you never knew you had... for some artist's (aka Me) it takes years of practice! Beautifully done!

    mahsima
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm jealous of you, liked to try it but watercolor is frightening ! Maybe needs high painting skill, or maybe i just dont knw papers and its stuffs, any way couldn't make it .__.

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like all you need is a couple of good tutorial s on YouTube and a block of Arches paper:) and a little bit of patience:)

    Load More Replies...
    jacques Gerald
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should increase the price of your paintings if you want to be recognised as a world class artist, the price you are currently selling them don't do justice to your work.

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly I have no idea how to price paintings. But I feel like my prices are fare enough since I am just learning.

    Load More Replies...
    Teo Gia
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    GREAT! YOUR SKILL AND YOUR SOUL ARE GREAT...! ARE YOU EVER TRYING GOING DEEP INNER YOUR "SELF"...?

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you! It's really surprising for me to read all these comments! I didn't expect this article to get more then a couple hundred views. Honestly!

    Load More Replies...
    aanchal adhikari
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonderful. I definately looking forward to more paintings by you ^_^.

    Sharon Roche
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I own a pet fox. Your paintings of foxes are absolutely gorgeous. Every detail is perfect!

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm jealous! ๐Ÿ˜ I know some people have foxes as pets, but I be never meet one before. That's so cool!

    Load More Replies...
    Melissa Apple
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are beautiful! I would love to have one for my home โค๏ธ Thanks for sharing your work!

    Kindell Kosmetschke
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have recently started this journey as well! Just got my first set of pro watercolors a few weeks ago and ordered a block yesterday :)

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Try ShinHann watercolors (i got them form Amazon)! You'll be surprised for good they are for the price!

    Load More Replies...
    Teija Kettunen
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing. I've been painting for about 4 years and I don't think I could do that. :)

    Mahadi Mallick
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is amazing, you've come a long way in just 6 months! You're an inspiration :)

    Maddie Fabbro
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This somehow reminds me of the Illustrator Jessica Roux, more because of the animals than the style!

    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love her art! But hats off to Morten Solberg. His style is absolutely amazing and I guess it was him who inspired me to start painting

    Load More Replies...
    Sophia Marotta
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you are amazing and EVERYONE knows it except you.(are you kidding? You used one of those one $ sets!)

    Teodora Tudorache
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i really love them but i wont buy the 6 months story. I am a professional artist and illustrator and as a person who finished fine arts i can spot really easy a trained artist or an amateur and your work shows signs of years of drawing studies, anathomy and geometry. Even the strokes and fine details of your brush reveals learned knowledge of how to handle and master the art of painting. Excellent job and very talented, but please, don't use anymore the story of 6 months genius epiphany .... you don't need it :)

    Celeste Spaniel
    Community Member
    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry, but some people really can achieve amazing things in a short amount of time. I know because it happened to me too.

    Load More Replies...
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