Video Comments
VIBRANT ORCHID
Last year, your DVD taught me how to paint rocks differently and I love using illustration board with watercolor now. I’ve just purchased your Vibrant Orchid DVD and love it. Thank you so much for sharing your skills. Because of your DVD’s, my painting style is growing and I see much improvement. Other artists living in more rural settings may benefit from workshops on DVDs and books, as well as those who are intimidated when in workshop settings.
Moira, Ontario
Really great! Valuable instruction and demonstration of technique. Information on color palette and brushes as well. Shows touching up a painting and knowing when to stop. I loved it!
Deborah R.
This is an excellent DVD because Ann shows you exactly how she paints 1 whole painting. You see how each stroke goes in close-up. On other DVDs, they just tell you to move your brush this way and then they show you the effect after they have done it. You don’t learn that way. Ann Pember’s DVD is stroke by stroke which is what I like.
Diane
Great video, I painted while I watched. She taught me about using the flat brushes.
Lois
Wonderful, beautiful painting. This video is a great demonstration of getting the paint flowing in watercolor. My one caveat would be this is probably not the best video for a beginner. It is a wonderful demonstration, but does not focus on basic techniques that a beginner would need. If you already know the basics and want to kick your painting up a notch, this one is great.
Jean S.
I have always loved Ann Pember’s water colors and have learned a lot from her book and also from her DVD Vibrant Orchid. In the future I would like to view all of her DVDs. For all you water colorists out there I recommend this DVD. Verena H.
Thank you so much for sending the video so promptly. I am enjoying it very much and find it so full of great information and techniques. I find myself using larger brushes and am enjoying using a flat brush more often. I love your use and application of color and I am trying to apply more color to my own painting. I love your work and enjoy your book very much and now this video is certainly my favorite video.
Thank you again. Jean
I just wanted to express appreciation for your being a part of my life with your books and art and DVD. You inspire me endlessly, and it is so good to watch you make beauty and think that I could too. Thank you
I realized that I hadn’t gotten back to you on the flower DVD. It is wonderful! You really explain your approach clearly so that it is easy to follow.
Thanks! Judy 5/5/08
HIGHEST QUALITY – Brenda Beltramo, Tahoe , Nevada
This DVD has tremendous instructional value. Not only do you watch a wonderful artist creating beautiful work, but the filming and production is such high quality you’ll feel like you are in the studio working with her on every step and technique. You’ll be glad you get this one!
VIBRANT ORCHID – Madeline
I want to thank you and Creative Catalyst for producing the “Vibrant Orchid” CD…it is the absolute best level of quality…the very BEST. The reason I know is because I also just purchased a video from another artist and it is so out of focus and blurry, not to mention that the lighting was atrocious and no zooming in close where you could actually see how the watercolor pigment was actually being applied to the paper surface. It is actually worthless. Your work is gorgeous and the style of your presentation is wonderful. I am so thrilled with this CD and I hope you and CCP produce another please. Seeing this one makes me want more, I really feel like I have gained so much knowledge and confidence from this CD, it is so far and above any other I have had before.
Thanks so much,
Madeline
Vibrant Orchid, Diane T.
This is an excellent DVD because Ann shows you exactly how she paints 1 whole painting. You see how each stroke goes in closeup. On other DVDs, they just tell you to move your brush this way and then they show you the effect after they have done it. You don’t learn that way. Ann Pember’s DVD is stroke by stroke which is what I like.
Deborah R.
Really great! Valuable instruction and demonstration of technique. Information on color palette and brushes as well. Shows touching up a painting and knowing when to stop. I loved it!
VERENA H.
I have always loved Ann Pember’s water colors and have learned a lot from her book and also from her DVD Vibrant Orchid. In the future I would like to rent all of her DVDs. For all you water colorists out there I recommend this DVD.
“I had to write and tell you how impressed I was with your video. I am presently working through it and love your demonstrations. The step-by-step instructions are complete and easy to follow. The palette and “tip” inserts that play simultaneously with your demonstrations make it seamless and so easy to follow along. The menu is broken down into nice sized segments so that I can get to the demo I am attempting – you make it look so easy! I could go on, but you get the point. It has opened up a new dimension of painting for me. Thank you so much for your wonderful video…and relax, you are a great teacher”…. April J.
I “I just wanted to share with you how fabulous the Ann Pember video was that I just completed. I have purchased so many videos on watercolor that I believe I am an expert. I recently had my teenage daughter sell all my videos on eBay. Most of the videos I purchased were from very well known artists and you would recognize the names. Ann’s video was absolutely perfect and hers is the one I will keep. I loved the way the painting was completed and the camera stayed on every stroke so we could see the complete process. All the written material at the side was perfect along with the view of the palette. This is the most sophisticated video I have seen. I felt at the completion that I really learned a lot. Great information was shared. In the past I have purchased watercolor videos for the same price and they have only been 15 minutes, certainly not 110 minutes. Terrible. Again thank you for this superb painting lesson. I hope you will put out other flower videos in the future.” ….SuSan
“Thank you so much for sending the video so promptly. I am enjoying it very much and find it so full of great information and techniques. I find myself using larger brushes and am enjoying using a flat brush more often. I love your use and application of colour and I am trying to apply more colour to my own painting. I love your work and enjoy your book very much and now this video is certainly my favorite video. Thank you again.” ….Jean
“I have the “Orchid” video and just LOVE it! Yours is the best one I have on how to paint flowers. I love your other flower paintings also and am wondering when and if you’ll be coming out with another video. Thanks…..beautiful work!” ….Jennifer
IN THE FLOW OF WATERCOLOR
Last winter, I purchased one of your videos from CCP and wished to tell you that your technique for painting rocks and water is wonderful. Since my very first workshop, which was a great learning experience for me, this is the most fun and success I’ve had with a painting in years. Your paintings are terrific and you have a great talent.
Thank you for sharing this with me. Moira
WOW! Be prepared for an intense lesson. This lady makes the most of details and perfecting her techniques.
Vivian M.
Well photographed and presented. Made me want to try to do some watercolor on a smooth surface, like the High Plate Illustration Board. The development of the rocks and flowing water was clearly illustrated. Overall, quite helpful.
Don B
I highly recommend PAINTING IN THE FLOW OF WATERCOLOR. Ms. Pember willingly shares all kinds of hints and ways to accomplish a beautiful watercolor painting on high plate illustration board. Super teacher!
Marjorie T
I found “Painting in the Flow of Watercolor” to be very well presented and very informative. The techniques were clearly explained and demonstrated. This DVD was well worth watching.
Sidney F
This is a beautiful demo of a painting from beginning to end. Very interesting and worth watching. However, there is very little teaching, just the demo. And if you wish to try and duplicate this painting, I believe you will have to buy the surface she is using or something similar. Still, it is a very good demo and well worth watching and shows you the wide range of colors and values that can be made from just four colors.
Richard H
The DVD with Ann Pember was really wonderful. I learned different techniques that were completely new to me and that created a feeling and texture that I’ve been trying to achieve for ages. I highly recommend this DVD!
Laura P
Wonderful video, excellent way to put texture on rocks.
Barbara L
What a delight! This is not only clear, concise and educational, it was mesmerizing! Watching how Ann paints rocks, water, trees with her special techniques will stay with me. Enjoy!
Lisa R
Beautiful technique explained patiently and in detail. Recommended to watercolorists wishing to expand their repertoire of textures.
Walter D
I loved this dvd! The artist doesn’t leave out any steps, you follow her thru the entire painting as she tells you and shows you what she is thinking and doing . I highly recommend this one.
Kathi D
Good for beginners or intermediates. Excellently produced video.
Barbara H
“Last year, your DVD taught me how to paint rocks differently and I love using illustration board with watercolour now. I’ve just purchased your Vibrant Orchid DVD and love it. Thank you so much for sharing your skills. Because of your DVD’s, my painting style is growing and I see much improvement. Other artists living in more rural settings may benefit from workshops on DVDs and books, as well as those who are intimidated when in workshop settings. ” Moira, Ontario
“Just a quick note to express my excitement after studying your “Painting In the Flow of Watercolor, DVD. I sat down in my studio and completed my first “good” watercolor. I’m a graphic designer and have dabbled in watercolor for the last few years but now I’m hooked and really excited. Your tips and pointers were invaluable and I’m finally happy with a watercolor that I have created….and there will be many more to come. Softening the edges and spritzing the toothbrush turned my first waterfall scene on the Strathmore plate into a fairly good composition. I still have much to learn, but my confidence is soaring. Thank you so much for sharing your talent so that others like myself can learn.” ….Brent
Jean S.
Wonderful, beautiful painting. This video is a great demonstration of getting the paint flowing in watercolor. My one caveat would be this is probably not the best video for a beginner. It is a wonderful demonstration, but does not focus on basic techniques that a beginner would need. If you already know the basics and want to kick your painting up a notch, this one is great.
Lois N.
Great video, I painted while I watched. She taught me about using the flat brushed.
Kathi D.
I loved this dvd! The artist doesnt leave out any steps, you follow her thru the entire painting as she tells you and shows you what she is thinking and doing . I highly recommend this one.
Walter D.
Beautiful technique explained patiently and in detail. Recommended to watercolorists wishing to expand their repertoire of textures.
lisa r.
What a delight! This is not only clear, concise and educational, it was mesmerizing! Watching how Ann paints rocks, water, trees with her special techniques will stay with me. Enjoy!
Barbara L.
wonderful video, excellent way to put texture on rocks.
Laura P.
The DVD with Ann Pember was really wonderful. I learned different techniques that were completely new to me and that created a feeling and texture that I’ve been trying to achieve for ages. I highly recommend this DVD!
Marjorie T.
I highly recommend PAINTING IN THE FLOW OF WATERCOLOR. Ms. Pember willingly shares all kinds of hints and ways to accomplish a beautiful watercolor painting on high plate illustration board. Super teacher!
ENCOURAGING AND MOTIVATING – by Jane
Ann Pember’s explicit guidance by talking through her thought process while taking the viewer Step-by-step, make this DVD one for beginner or advanced painter. Limited palette, few brushes and easy techniques produce a successful watercolor within a painter’s grasp as well as take some of the apprehension out of the medium. Close-ups followed by distance shots shows us the importance of stepping back regularly to see how the shapes work in the whole picture. It is definitely an encouraging and motivating teaching video to own.
I rate this DVD a 5.
WOW! – Bill Little
Dear Ann,
Not often that I have a busy weekend, but this one is. Had only enough time to watch a bit of your DVD, but wanted to let you know it arrived and thank you for the quick service. My intention was to watch 3 or 4 minutes this morning since I knew I didn’t have time to watch it all. Fifty minutes later my wife had to tear me away from the TV. My only comment to this point
is WOW! More later, Bill
I’ve now gone through the DVD a couple times and have actually started throwing some paint on illustration board. I liken it to watching Tiger Woods on TV and then going to the golf course. Not as easy as it looks. But I’m going to put forth a good effort and am optimistic within reason. I’ve had over 20 years of formal education and would be embarrassed to tell you how many instructional videos I have. The only reason I mention that is to let you know I’m somewhat familiar with what I think makes a good teacher. You really have an excellent presentation and the DVD is better than any I’ve seen before. The technical quality of the picture and sound is perfect. And you motivate, which is what I feel is the most important quality of a good teacher. I like the “picture in a picture” showing your palette and how you’re handling the paint. Right now I’m trying to walk through the painting and follow along on the DVD. My results are not so good yet, but I know I can improve a lot with the instruction contained on the DVD. Thanks so much for sharing your talents with the world.
….Bill
Vivian M.
WOW! Be prepared for an intense lesson. This lady makes the most of details and perfecting her techniques.