Hi, I'm Susan, and thanks for checking out my YouTube channel!

I'm a former architect who found her way back to art through watercolors. On this channel you'll find simple tutorials, process videos, and informative time-lapse videos that hopefully help you feel inspired to put some paint onto paper.

The information I offer here is based on my own experiences - even if sometimes it's limited. I believe there's always more to learn and that we are all a "work in progress". What I have to share is what I know to the best of my knowledge in the moment the video is made. Please take what you find is helpful and leave what you think is not.

Ultimately I hope you feel inspired and that these videos help you in some way wherever you are in your journey!

Hope you enjoy them!
Susan @susanchiang_


Susan Chiang

Does anyone else find removing masking tape strangely satisfying? (When it works, of course! 😂)

Today’s new video is all about the 4 things I look for in a masking tape + mention and links to the ones I share.

Catch the new video here:

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Susan Chiang

Happy New Year! I’m so excited about our ‘Freedom in Watercolor’ retreat later this year, but we need to reach a minimum number of artists to officially guarantee the trip.

If you've been thinking about joining us but have questions, or if you just want to see the full itinerary to see if it's a fit for you, check out the overview here and click the link for the full details: uptrek.com/retreat/freedom-in-watercolor-retreat-a…

I'd love to make this dream trip happen with you!

*This trip is hosted and organized by Uptrek - who have years of experience making sure that you will be taken care of and get to fully enjoy your art reatreat!*

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 5

Susan Chiang

I’m thrilled to share something special with you…
Next September, I’ll be hosting my first-ever watercolor retreat in France! 🇫🇷🎨

We’ll spend a week painting in a beautiful 19th-century château in the Loire Valley — slow mornings, creative exploration, delicious meals, and time to reconnect with your art in a peaceful setting.

If you’ve ever dreamed of going on an art retreat… this might be the moment.
Only 16 spots are available to keep the experience intimate.

Link to learn more about the retreat: uptrek.com/retreat/freedom-in-watercolor-retreat-a…

I also shared a short video about the retreat here: youtube.com/shorts/Po8SJ_aku8w

I would love to paint with some of you there. 💛

2 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 4

Susan Chiang

🎨 I’m teaching at Sketching Retreat! Join me for 50+ free workshops and lots of creative fun → Sign Up Here: bit.ly/4o6Rmy1

3 months ago | [YT] | 10

Susan Chiang

Hi! I made something just for beginners starting out with watercolor! If that's you, I hope that this free 7-day series will help you as you get going.

Here's the link to my free 7 Days to Start Painting series:
paintwithmecommunity.com/free-7-days-of-watercolor…

4 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 12

Susan Chiang

I just posted a video sharing an overview of the practice and painting process for an autumn stream I recently painted and released as a class inside my watercolor painting community, Paint With Me.

I hope this peek into my process will give you ideas to take into your next painting. And if you'd like to paint it with me, it's our newest class inside paintwithmecommunity.com!

1 year ago | [YT] | 9

Susan Chiang

Thank you for 15k!! I meant to post this video of my Artful August Sketchbook weeks ago but ... life. So it's October and the flip through (along with insights) of my August sketchbook is up!

1 year ago | [YT] | 12

Susan Chiang

You’re invited! I’m excited to be teaching a free workshop at Sketching Retreat called:
A Simple Approach To Watercolor Foliage for Sketching. (👇 Link below to sign up for free!)

Sketching Retreat is a FREE, 6-day virtual event with 50+ video workshops all about sketching & drawing using both traditional and digital techniques.

While the workshops are centered around architecture, you will find many topics of interest from digital sketching to watercolor painting.

Click the link below to save your free spot today!
bit.ly/3ZVOKu4

1 year ago (edited) | [YT] | 8

Susan Chiang

Just posted a video on how I organize the colors in my palette using the color wheel as a guide. It's pretty straightforward (I think) so I hope it helps you arrange your colors, if you need some help with that!

1 year ago | [YT] | 10

Susan Chiang

Just posted this video about the colors in my 2024 palette! Would love to know if there are different types of videos you'd like to see here in the future? Let me know :)

1 year ago | [YT] | 8