Does Watercolor Paper Weight Matter?
Not gonna lie – when walking into a store to purchase watercolor paper – the options can be overwhelming (not to mention the prices). In this series so far –…
Hot & Cold Press Paper – What is the Difference?
Have you ever looked closely – and I mean really close at the surface of your watercolor paper? And noticed that some papers have this bumpy texture – whereas…
What is Watercolor Paper Made of?
The ability to create is a gift – that I believe we all possess. Some sing, some write, some cook – but for me watercolor is the magic that captivates…
Water to Paint Ratios – Why is it Important to Watercolor?
I’ve been doing watercolor for nearly my entire life. I picked it up as a child and I absolutely feel in love with this medium of art. However, much to…
Secrets to a Successful Monochromatic Painting
WHAT IS A MONOCHROMATIC STUDY? MONOCHROMATIC refers to a color scheme that is made up of one color in a variety of values and even tones of that same color. As…
THE BEST WATERCOLOR PASTLE PALETE FOR ME
FOR YEARS I HAVE SLAVED OVER MIXING & HONING THE PERFECT PASTLE PALETTE FOR MY STYLE. I truly love watercolors – but the traditional watercolor palette never really “JIVED” with…
11 Essential Watercolor Supplies for the Beginner
If you are like me, you’ve grown up with watercolor. I remember as a child – first being introduced to the art form through children’s book illustrations. So naturally, I…
How to Paint a Watercolor Whale in 7 Easy Steps
Watch my video first as it will show you step by step how to paint whales with watercolor in much more detail. That said I’ve broken things down below as…
Student vs. Artist Grade Paint – Watercolor 101
WATERCOLOR PAINT – WHAT DO I BUY? If you are new to watercolor – the very first supply you will want to pick up is either paper or paint. The…
