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Why you should Start Sketching in Watercolor (Ideas & Tips for Beginners)
A watercolor sketch can be defined as an unfinished, unrefined painting, usually made as a rough draft before a finished work of art. Some people see it as part of a process. But I think these simple versions of paintings are a valuable ingredient…
Why you Need Lost and Found (or Hard and Soft) Edges in Watercolor
I recently painted this watercolor sketch as a way to explain the concept of lost and found edges in watercolors. This is mostly a fancy name for “hard and soft edges”. But in art, “lost edges” are a special type of soft edge where…
Painting Magnolia Flowers in Watercolor – a Step by Step Tutorial
Spring is upon us again! The early blooming plants are starting to flower. And that makes me want to paint. One of my favorite springtime blooms is the magnolia. Eventually, I’m going to plant one in my garden. But for now, I thought I’d…
Why Use a Limited Watercolor Palette? (And which Colors to Choose)
A limited palette of watercolors does not have to be limiting! Yes… I’m kind of pleased with myself for that sentence! But it’s true. You’ll be happy to know you don’t need that luxury box set of 80 colors to get fabulous mixing results…
Hand Painted Watercolor Christmas Cards (Easy Peasy)
Did you put up the Christmas tree yet ? Are you ready to mail out those cards ? I think sending hand-painted watercolor cards for Christmas is perhaps one of the best ways to show people your affection for them. It adds a personal…
Simplifying Watercolor for Beginners (8 Simple Tips)
Does watercolor ever feel so overwhelming, you just don’t know where to start? Maybe you sit down to paint, and before you’ve even begun, your brain’s already juggling too many colors, too many details, and too many decisions. And halfway through, it’s the same…
