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Want to learn how to use color and value to add drama to a painting? Look no further – in this tutorial, we’ll be learning from John Singer Sargent and doing a watercolor bridge study based on the famous “Under the Railto Bridge” painting. Categories: Watercolor Lessons , Step-By-Step Lessons , Beginner Techniques In famous painting number 6, we’ll be
Are you eager to practice your watercolor washes? Then this tutorial is the exercise for you! Join artist William “Bill” Dunn as he uses this staple watercolor technique to bring to life a thought-provoking surrealist painting! Categories: Step-By-Step Lessons , Beginner Techniques Famous painting number 7 will be an exciting one for watercolor wash enthusiasts! Join artist William
It’s that time of the year to create gifts that spread cheer! Looking for a quick, cute gift to make for the ones you love? Try these miniature Christmas cards on for size! Categories: Step-By-Step Lessons , Beginner Techniques It’s that time of the year to create gifts that spread cheer! Here are some super cute Christmas cards you
Using watercolor pencils is a unique and incredible way to combine painting and drawing to create art. It’s a medium that provides you with the best of both worlds. They look like regular colored pencils but behave like watercolors when mixed with water. Categories: Watercolor Lessons Using watercolor pencils is a unique and incredible way to
Why do some watercolor pigments stay exactly where you put them while others conquer every inch of wet paper? The secret lies in specific gravity and surfactants. We’re breaking down the science behind watercolor movement, comparing top brands like Daniel Smith, Schmincke, and M. Graham, and sharing two simple experiments to help you master the “battle of the pigments
As watercolor artists, we are already in the business of “painting with light.” By borrowing the structural techniques of glasswork—specifically the bold “lead” lines and the shimmering metallic solder—we can create paintings that glow with a unique, graphic intensity.
In this comprehensive guide on Stained Glass Watercolor, we will explore how to recreate this look on paper, focusing on the two most important elements: The Faux Lead Line and The Metallic Finish.
(…even if you’ve never paintiner before)
You’ll learn the fundamentals of watercolor and become confident with your brush, so you can follow any painting tutorial in the future!
