Polls are a great way of gauging viewers thoughts and ideas. In this episode I discuss the results of recent polls on my patreon page.

It's Saturday morning and I'm exploring Barr Beacon nature reserve seeking inspiration for my watercolours.

I have always wanted my painting to evolve into a loose semi-abstract style and it has certainly proved to be a challenge.

Following a critical comment from a YouTube viewer I talk about how I've focussed more on tonal values in recent years to improve my watercolours.

Using paint fresh from the tube had a negative effect on the way I paint. Today I discuss the pros and cons of using paint freshly squeezed or whether to let it dry on the palette before use.

Joe feels a bit stuck at the moment with his watercolours and wants to be more adventurous but it often ends in a mess. How can he loosen up?

Steven talks about how he stays disciplined and motivated in his art world. He also remembers his early experiences with other styles and techniques and why he has never used expensive paints though hasn't ruled it out in the future.

Steven talks about dealing with critical comments on social media as well as trying to gain recognition in the world of art.

Questions answered in Episode 5

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Rosa Rebada - Did you try any other medium?  How long did you paint before starting YouTube?  How do you decide what to paint?

Thanks Rosa for your questions.

In this episode I discuss how I begin each painting in a loose and free manner, my recent dabble with acrylics and talk about my first experiences of art and what brought me to the style and technique that I use today. Thanks for listening and happy painting.