Watercolor Painting

Mastering the fundamentals and various approaches to watercolor art is challenging and rewarding. You’ll learn about watercolor painting techniques for…
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When you think of watercolor, you might think of just the paint, but it also includes another medium that is just as important: the paper. Here are just a few tips to make sure you get the right one — along with a few suggestions as well. Aqua Watercolor, Watercolor Palette, Watercolor Canvas, Watercolor Artists, Watercolor Landscape, Watercolor Paintings, Watercolor Flowers, Watercolours, Abstract Canvas
Which Watercolor Paper?
When you think of watercolor, you might think of just the paint, but it also includes another medium that is just as important: the paper. Here are just a few tips to make sure you get the right one — along with a few suggestions as well.
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Why are your best watercolor brushes flats and rounds? We're so glad you asked! In this feature from watercolor artist Birgit O'Connor, you will learn approachable tips for determining which brushes will work best for your watercolor work. Pictured: Orchids by Birgit O'Connor, 15x22 (watercolor on paper) Best Watercolor Brushes, Space Watercolor, Watercolor Painting Techniques, Watercolors, Watercolor Ideas
Why Your Best Watercolor Brushes Are Flats and Rounds
Why are your best watercolor brushes flats and rounds? We're so glad you asked! In this feature from watercolor artist Birgit O'Connor, you will learn approachable tips for determining which brushes will work best for your watercolor work. Pictured: Orchids by Birgit O'Connor, 15x22 (watercolor on paper)
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Bridger Barksdale, a 25-year-old artist living in Utah, had never traveled across the Atlantic before when a friend of his, in Kiev, convinced him to come to Ukraine for a visit in 2020. ��“I ended up staying there for three months,” he says. When we consider the beauty of place and what inspires our art, it is hard to wrap our heads around the impermanence of what we have experienced. This becomes especially difficult when war becomes part of the conversation. Watercolor Techniques, Art Techniques, Watercolor Tutorials, Gouache Painting, Abstract Paintings, Landscape Drawings
Second Chances and the Beauty of Ukraine
Bridger Barksdale, a 25-year-old artist living in Utah, had never traveled across the Atlantic before when a friend of his, in Kiev, convinced him to come to Ukraine for a visit in 2020. “I ended up staying there for three months,” he says. When we consider the beauty of place and what inspires our art, it is hard to wrap our heads around the impermanence of what we have experienced. This becomes especially difficult when war becomes part of the conversation.
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Watercolor artist Mary Whyte hopes to help you create your best. In "Blue Umbrella," pictured here, she exemplifies movement. “Having a sense of movement in a painting is one way to add interest. Even if nothing is actually moving in the scene, leading the viewer’s eye through the pictorial space in a rhythmic and continuous manner will give the painting its own sense of motion and life. Here, I created the feeling of rain using water-soluble crayons mixed with watercolor washes.” Art Watercolor, Watercolor Portraits, African American Art, African Art, American Women, Best Painting Ever, Art Amour, Umbrella Art, Blue Umbrella
Mary Whyte: How To Create Your Best Watercolor Paintings Ever
Watercolor artist Mary Whyte hopes to help you create your best. In "Blue Umbrella," pictured here, she exemplifies movement. “Having a sense of movement in a painting is one way to add interest. Even if nothing is actually moving in the scene, leading the viewer’s eye through the pictorial space in a rhythmic and continuous manner will give the painting its own sense of motion and life. Here, I created the feeling of rain using water-soluble crayons mixed with watercolor washes.”
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"Watercolor allows me to make my own response to what I see and feel. Specifically, certain landscapes in the U.K. have become favorites because of proximity or family holidays. I know their vistas and details intimately. With that being said, why is it that some paintings are deemed to be atmospheric, while others aren’t? Atmosphere in a painting is, with a few exceptions, not about technique. First and foremost, it’s your connection to the place that matters." ~ Oliver J. Pyle Watercolor Sketchbook, Watercolor Paintings Abstract, Landscape Paintings Acrylic, Watercolor Trees, Watercolour Tutorials, Landscape Art
5 Secrets to Painting Atmosphere in Landscapes You Need to Know
"Watercolor allows me to make my own response to what I see and feel. Specifically, certain landscapes in the U.K. have become favorites because of proximity or family holidays. I know their vistas and details intimately. With that being said, why is it that some paintings are deemed to be atmospheric, while others aren’t? Atmosphere in a painting is, with a few exceptions, not about technique. First and foremost, it’s your connection to the place that matters." ~ Oliver J. Pyle
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The late Richard Yarde wasn’t interested in making art for art’s sake. His imagery tells a story that’s intimate, personal, and connected to his real-life experience. “When all is said and done, I see the most important thing I have to offer is my art, which is an act of meditation between myself and the awesome mystery of creation.” - Richard Yarde Virtual City, Conceptual Artwork, New York Studio, Historical Documents, High Art, Online Painting, Black Artists
Richard Yarde Expanded Perception of Watercolor’s Possibilities
The late Richard Yarde wasn’t interested in making art for art’s sake. His imagery tells a story that’s intimate, personal, and connected to his real-life experience. “When all is said and done, I see the most important thing I have to offer is my art, which is an act of meditation between myself and the awesome mystery of creation.” - Richard Yarde
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Our 13th Annual Watermedia Showcase drew hundreds and hundreds of exceptional entries, demonstrating yet again that there’s no shortage of talent and creativity in the world of watercolor. Enjoy this special excerpt of our annual feature celebrating this year’s top winners and their watercolor techniques. Pictured: Under the Spotlight by Keiko Yasuoka (watercolor on paper, 30×20) Watercolour, Painting Flowers, Art Flowers, Art Tutorials
3 Award-Winning Watercolor Artists Share the Techniques Behind Their Work
Our 13th Annual Watermedia Showcase drew hundreds and hundreds of exceptional entries, demonstrating yet again that there’s no shortage of talent and creativity in the world of watercolor. Enjoy this special excerpt of our annual feature celebrating this year’s top winners and their watercolor techniques. Pictured: Under the Spotlight by Keiko Yasuoka (watercolor on paper, 30×20)
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True success comes when a painting is well designed, has elements of surprise or curiosity, and tells a story. As a painting surface, YUPO allows the artist to continually adjust by adding or subtracting elements in order to make a painting work. In this feature from the Winter 2022 edition of Watercolor Artist, Alicia Farris walks us through how YUPO paper creates unique challenges and endless opportunities. Pictured: Hesitation by Alicia Farris (watercolor on YUPO, 20×17) Painting Demo, Painting People, Large Painting, Figure Painting, Watercolor Artist, Yupo Paper Watercolors, American Crafts
Let It Flow: Embrace Happy Surprises and Fluidity With Watercolor on YUPO
True success comes when a painting is well designed, has elements of surprise or curiosity, and tells a story. As a painting surface, YUPO allows the artist to continually adjust by adding or subtracting elements in order to make a painting work. In this feature from the Winter 2022 edition of Watercolor Artist, Alicia Farris walks us through how YUPO paper creates unique challenges and endless opportunities. Pictured: Hesitation by Alicia Farris (watercolor on YUPO, 20×17)
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Maximize your watercolor potential with popular artist and instructor Catherine Hillis’s ten tips to get the most out of your time with brush in hand. You will learn to add depth to your paintings and make them pop off the canvas. Enjoy! Painting Art, Popular Artists, Great Paintings, Johannes
10 Tips to Maximize Your Watercolor Potential
Maximize your watercolor potential with popular artist and instructor Catherine Hillis’s ten tips to get the most out of your time with brush in hand. You will learn to add depth to your paintings and make them pop off the canvas. Enjoy!
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One topic that’s often overlooked in discussions of color theory is the idea that there are various techniques used to mix and apply color. Each method produces different results, sometimes surprisingly so, even with the same colors. Let’s look at five different ways to mix watercolor—both on the palette and on paper—and how to use transparent paints as opaques to achieve desired effects. Painting Techniques, Painting Lessons, Painting Tips, Abstract Watercolor, Watercolor Sunflower, Abstract Art
Mixing Color
One topic that’s often overlooked in discussions of color theory is the idea that there are various techniques used to mix and apply color. Each method produces different results, sometimes surprisingly so, even with the same colors. Let’s look at five different ways to mix watercolor—both on the palette and on paper—and how to use transparent paints as opaques to achieve desired effects.
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Placing people in landscape paintings can enhance the visual experience for viewers, helping them sense life within a scene and become a part of the story being told. The myth that painting people in watercolor is difficult can be dispelled with some practice and courage. We’ve got 10 practical tips for adding figures to your landscape paintings. Pictured here is “A Lonely Street” by Sagnik Biswas. Watercolor Tips, Landscape Paintings, Kpop Drawings
Watercolor Tips
Placing people in landscape paintings can enhance the visual experience for viewers, helping them sense life within a scene and become a part of the story being told. The myth that painting people in watercolor is difficult can be dispelled with some practice and courage. We’ve got 10 practical tips for adding figures to your landscape paintings. Pictured here is “A Lonely Street” by Sagnik Biswas.
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Join master artist Johannes Vloothuis to learn brilliant secrets for painting sunlight in a full watercolor demo! Art Watercolour, Learn To Paint, Winter Landscape, Online Gallery, Demo
Demo: Add Sunlight to Winter Landscapes
Join master artist Johannes Vloothuis to learn brilliant secrets for painting sunlight in a full watercolor demo!
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An all-star watercolor team shares essential techniques and fun prompts in three must-see videos! Watercolor Video, Painting Process, Drawing Techniques, Thomas Schaller, Video Workshop, See Videos
Watercolor Tips to Improve Every Painting: 3 Must-See Videos
An all-star watercolor team shares essential techniques and fun prompts in three must-see videos!
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Learn 6 simple steps to turn a pet portrait into a unique story brimming with personality. Shown: Baxter Blue (watercolor on paper, 14 x 19) by Vickie Nelson Watercolour Painting, Art Competitions, Elements Of Design, Baxter, Red Background, Animals Friends, Dog Art
Demo: Expressive Pet Portraits in Watercolor
Learn 6 simple steps to turn a pet portrait into a unique story brimming with personality. Shown: Baxter Blue (watercolor on paper, 14 x 19) by Vickie Nelson
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As a child, she stared at Saturday Evening Post covers; later, she studied the original drawings of Beatrix Potter. Rosemary Wells talks about the nuts and bolts, as well as the gifts, of illustration and, indeed, of all the arts. Viking Books, Max And Ruby, Saturday Evening Post Covers, Milton Glaser, Bunny Party, Beatrix Potter, Wells
Forever is the Answer: A Visit with Rosemary Wells.
As a child, she stared at Saturday Evening Post covers; later, she studied the original drawings of Beatrix Potter. Rosemary Wells talks about the nuts and bolts, as well as the gifts, of illustration and, indeed, of all the arts.
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