The anatomy of a painting
by After preparing your paper, the creation of an artwork generally goes in a number of steps. For me the initial process is; Select the subject …
Upcoming Shows
Over the next couple of weeks I am exhibiting in a couple of shows. The painting above will be in the Ashburton Society of Arts …
Watercolour Exercise 1 – Step by Step
Farm Shed – Step by Step Most artists who paint representational watercolours start with a pencil drawing, which may be just some simple outline or …
Stretching watercolour paper
Watercolour artists stretch their paper, primarily to prevent it from buckling or deckling when water is applied in large quantities either in preparation for paintings …
Other Watercolour Equipment and Materials
Palettes; are used by many artists, although some choose to use a white china plate or saucer. I like to use a folding or fixed …
Watercolour Paint
There are many manufacturers of watercolour paints, which can be purchased in tubes or pans. While pans can be useful while you are travelling, because …
Watercolour Brushes
Watercolour brushes come in a range of shapes and sizes and it is very much a personal preference as to what brushes you use. Some …
Watercolour Paper
Generally watercolour painting requires fairly special paper made by a number of companies. Fabriano, Arches, Daler Rowney (Langton), Saunders-Waterford, Bockingford and Hahnemuhle are common brands used …
Watercolour tutorial Introduction
This year I have been asked to facilitate watercolour tutorials for several groups, so it seemed an appropriate time for me to start a new “watercolour …