image DAY 341 ART 101

Watercolor Techniques

MASTERING THE BASICS

 

Enough talk—time to try watercolor for yourself! When you’ve finished performing the techniques below, turn back to page 278. Spattering, drybrushing, and stippling are all applicable to watercolor paint. —ETG

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Flat Wash A flat wash is a thin layer of paint applied evenly over an area of a painting. This is the fundamental technique for any watercolor painting.

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Variegated Wash ...

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