Hints, Tips & Techniques for Water Colour
Water colour is the most popular painting method today. Its popularity can largely be attributed to the exquisite effects of depth, texture and light which can be achieved from its delicate washes. It is also attractive for its portability - all you need is a paint box, brush and paper.
Almost all artists have a water colour box, whether it is their specialisation
or a sketching tool to support their oil or acrylic work. Albrecht Durer was perhaps the first to use water colour as a medium in its own right, for his animal and landscape studies in the early 16th century. In the early 19th century Turner can quite justifiably be regarded as the first exponent of modern water colour.
In this hints and tips section you will find in-depth information about how to use water colour along with all you need to know about working with this medium; from colour palettes to how to frame your work along with creating special effects with erasers, you will find something new to try.
Browse through the headings below to find in-depth and illustrated pages of hints and tips.
Surfaces - the difference between water colour papers
Colours - recommendations of palettes for different subject matter
Mediums - how to create special effects with mediums
Framing - the methods and materials to frame your work
Brushes - choosing the right brush for your painting style