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How to work from dark to light using gouache with Barry Herniman

Explore the joy of gouache in this exclusive video by Barry Herniman, where he demonstrates how to work from dark to light.

How to paint the vibrant greens of summer using watercolour with Barry Herniman

Barry Herniman demonstrates how to paint the vibrant greens of summer, without using ready-made green.

How to paint a seascape using gouache with Barry Herniman

Barry Herniman demonstrates how to create crashing waves in your seascape, using gouache.

How to paint acrylics using the glazing method with Barry Herniman

Discover how to use the glazing method whilst painting with acrylics, in this video by Barry Herniman

How to paint acrylics using the watercolour technique with Barry Herniman

Barry Herniman demonstrates how to use a watercolour technique whilst painting with acrylics.

How to keep your watercolour mixes bright with Barry Herniman

Follow Barry Herniman, as he demonstrates how to keep your watercolour mixes bright in this exclusive video.

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When Irish skies are smiling by Barry Herniman

On a painting trip to Ireland, Barry Herniman uses watercolour and pastels to capture inspiring scenes of brilliant light and intense coloration.

A waterside scene in watercolour with Barry Herniman

First steps in painting a waterside scene.

Light on the Water, Watersmeet - a watercolour demonstration by Barry Herniman

Follow Barry Herniman to paint a watercolour landscape.

Barry Herniman paints views from the River Wye

Barry Herniman paints scenes of the Wye Valley following Gilpin's rules of the 'picturesque'

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How to paint a coastal scene with crashing waves

Barry Herniman demonstrates a coastal scene of breaking waves using watercolour on a textured ground.

How to paint a fast-flowing river

Follow Barry Herniman to paint a Downhill Torrent in watercolour.