Did you know that there was a time when watercolor gained ground over other techniques, because it was cheaper, for example, than oils? When it comes to art, there is a huge contrast between value and price. The price, the cost, of making a painting may be low, but...
There are things, people, moments, that mark a before and after in the stories. Milestones, as we know them. Art is particularly susceptible to these momentums. In the world of creativity it is important to know the technique and stick to certain standards, but when...
Are you new to the captivating world of watercolors? Are you enthusiastic about this technique? Maybe you have tried them before but have not had the results you want. Don’t give up. Let’s have a look at these easy-to-follow tips for you to paint… a flower? Yes!...
Watercolor is a great medium to paint organic subjects, and we can think of trees regarding simple shapes and values. When it comes to painting trees with watercolors, it’s important not to get stuck with so many details. Unless you are painting a tree closer, and...
Knowing how to mix watercolors is the key factor to achieve the expression and mood you’d like your artwork to produce. There are basic combinations of colors and subtle combinations of different color hues. The various combinations and the way brush-strokes are...
Watercolor being a versatile medium allows the use of different techniques in function of what you want to create. Knowing the most used techniques will help you identify the various ways you can approach your artworks. You’ll be amazed by the variety of things...
Monochromatic painting doesn’t mean black and white —even when you can use those colors— but refers to the use of any single color and its different values, either is a primary, secondary or tertiary color. Monochromatic painting is a very interesting technique....
When it comes to teaching watercolor painting to children, it can be reasonable to expect a different approach than when teaching adults. Children are restless; they are always moving around. They are not so friendly with too theoretical approaches, but they are more...
You might be wondering about the best watercolor paper to start with your ambition of becoming a watercolor artist. It is necessary to make an objective judgment based on how well each kind of paper works. At the same time, it is important to know options that allow...
Our choice of the best watercolor brushes is as necessary as the choice of other watercolor supplies such as paper and paint. The final result of your work will also depend on the type of brush. It is also necessary to establish a balance between quality and price and...
