How to Watercolor
Watercolor is one of the most complex methods of painting. "Practice makes perfect" is a good motto to keep in mind.
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Things You'll Need
- & #3 Watercolor Paintbrushes
- Art Sets
- Fan Watercolor Paintbrushes
- Flat Watercolor Paintbrushes
- Round Watercolor Paintbrushes
- Watercolor Blocks
- Watercolor Brush Cleaners
- Watercolor Brush Holders
- Masking Tape
- Pencils
- Watercolor Paints
- Watercolor Paper
Instructions
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Squeeze paints from tubes onto palette.
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Mix colors to complete the necessary palette.
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Tape paper securely to drawing surface.
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Sketch subjects with a drawing pencil if you wish.
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Wet paper with water using paintbrushes.
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Apply paint to produce desired results.
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Let dry completely.
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Tips & Warnings
There are a wide variety of results and methods within this medium.
Practice with different brushes, forms and qualities of paints.
Experiment with different degrees of wetness.
Different weights and contents of papers make the biggest difference. Experiment.
Buy the highest quality tools you can.
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tovpre0723
Jul 23, 2009
This is great -
watrcolorwashes
Jul 13, 2009
you have to learn watercolouring from an experienced artist the tecchniques are too complicated to be explained
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watrcolorwashes
Jul 13, 2009
it takes a big lot of time to master how much water should be on ur paper ,how much should be on your brush ..the thicker the wash the lesser water on your paper and brush.try givin a wash of yellow and let it dry thoroughly then wet the paper again before you apply a wash of green
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ecm1980
Jun 13, 2009
I would have liked to see some steps on different painting techniques instead of just the very very basics that you did add.
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omghow
Jun 09, 2009
Painting is good for the soul. thanks for the suggestions. Cheers
