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If you already have supplies, use them! If you see something you like other than these at the store, get them!  These are just suggestions; you don’t have to get these exact supplies. Shop around, sign up for student discounts at stores. I've put together this basic supply list for the person who has never taken a class before, if that's you, this will set you up for success in your upcoming watercolor class. You'll need Paint, Paper, Brushes, and a few other things to get s

Watercolor painting requires an understanding of the various stages of paper used in the process. The four main stages are wet, moist, damp, and dry. Each stage has its own characteristics and can affect the outcome of a painting in different ways. Wet : This is when you first apply water to your paper. In this stage, your paper is as saturated as its going to get and from here, begins the drying process. Moist : This is when the paper has been saturated with water and allowe

Acrylics have long been a favorite medium for artists of all levels due to their versatility, quick drying time, and brilliant color...

Today I'm breaking down four effective methods for transferring images onto watercolor paper: the Graphite Transfer, the Lightbox/Window Tracing, the Tracing Paper Method, and the Projector Method. Each technique is detailed with step-by-step instructions, making them easy to follow and apply to your own artwork. Method 1: The Graphite Transfer Our first method involves the use of graphite to transfer your image. You can buy a graphite stick for a faster process, or pick up a

Watercolor paper is a crucial element in the world of watercolor painting. It's not just a surface to paint on, but it plays a...