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I’ve never really been into “art” but my daughter is taking a watercolor class as part of her homeschool and I thought I’d paint along with her. It is so relaxing! And not as difficult as I thought it would be either.
Watercolor painting is a great way to add some self care into your weekly routine. You could paint in your art journal, make journal cards for your junk journal or bring your bullet journal cover pages and spreads to life.
Of course you can also turn your paintings into wall art and greetings cards for friends and family.
Today I’ve been hanging out over on Pinterest looking for some easy to follow, step-by-step watercolor painting tutorials and I thought I would share them with you here to help you get started.
Watercolor Painting Tutorials
Essential Watercolor Tools & Techniques for Beginners
If you've never used watercolors before and you're feeling a little overwhelmed then watch this beginners video course over on Skillshare. If you don't have an account already you can grab a two month free trial if you use my referral link by clicking here.
How to print Garden Images on Book Pages
This gorgeous piece of wall art is a good place to start because you only need to watercolor the background. This would be a great addition to a junk journal!
How to Paint an Ocean with Watercolor Paints
From a background to an ocean view doesn't seem like too big of a leap. And there is a video too so you can see exactly how to blend the colors.
Easy Painting Tutorial
Or how about this gorgeous abstract painting! It's so striking with the black and white against the green background.
Mini Watercolor Galaxy Painting Tutorial - Watercolor Sky with Mountains
I love the colors in these paintings. So striking and so magical. You could turn these mountains into a cover page for your bullet journal, hang them on the wall or use them as greeting cards.
Pretty Watercolor Pansies - Video
When you're brave enough to make the leap you should definitely try painting flowers. These pretty pansies are a good place to start.
Cherry Blossom Heart Wreath
Or how about a cherry blossom heart shaped wreath? This would make a wonderful bullet journal cover page for the Spring.
Floral Doodles Watercolor Canvas
Painting on canvas is a wonderful way to make a unique and thoughtful gift. This one would be perfect for Mother's Day.
Sunflower Video
This sunflower painting is gorgeous and you can try it too by following the video.
Whimsical Watercolor Birds
Oh my how cute are these little birds! They'd be perfect for your bullet journal spreads, or you could turn them into greeting cards or gift wrap tags!
How to Paint Lemons in Watercolor
Now how about some fruit? These lemons are perfect for a summer painting session.
Watercolor Orange Branch Painting Tutorial
Or how about some oranges?
How To Paint A Watercolor Cactus
Here's one for all of you succulent fans out there. An easy to follow tutorial to create six different cactus paintings.
Watercolor Eucalyptus
And for those of you who prefer the farmhouse fixer upper style how about some eucalyptus leaves?
How to Paint Snapdragons
These snapdragons are so pretty and would make a wonderful Mother's day gift if you framed your painting.
Watercolor Painting on Black Paper
Wow! For something really striking try painting with watercolors on black paper. It really makes the colors pop!
How to Paint a Landscape Bookmark
If you're wondering what to so with your paintings (because you'll run out of wall sooner or later) you can of course paint usable items like bookmarks. This would also make a great journaling card for your junk journal too.
Watercolor Poinsettia Tutorial with VIDEO
If you use Tombow markers in your bullet journal check out this video to show you how you can really paint with them to make these huge poinsettia flowers!
How to Paint Easy Flowers
I love the colors in these flowers. They were painted with Tombows but you could use actual watercolor paints too. This painting exercise is perfect for your art journal or sketchbook.
Watercolor Quote Art
And while we're talking about Tombows we have to mention hand lettering. If you want to know how to paint a gorgeous watercolor quote then check out this tutorial.
