Watercolor Workshop

Blending Blending is my favorite part of watercolor. I’d suggest experimenting with blending different colors together. To do this, first paint a shape or squiggle line with plain water only. Then dip your brush into the paint and add it to the watered area. Watch it spread, then clean your brush and choose a second color. Apply this to the opposite end of your watered area and watch the colors blend together. You can move your paper side to side to help the watercolor run together. Marks Next I would try out all your different brushes. Experiment with different mark-making and see what you come up with. Draw circles, dashes, lines, and dots. Try mixing lots of water with your paint and then try the opposite by applying paint with a dry brush. Play with different textures, shades and colors. Layering My favorite part of watercolor is the process of creating different layers. I’ve painted a simple flower to give you a taste of what layering is like. First use a pencil to ligh...

Choose your favorite photo of your most favorite place. Print it in color. Used a clean sheet of watercolor paper with a tooth,size 11"x14"or larger. Lightly  sketch from the photo on your paper. Then watch Professor Harmon demonstrate ,using some of the techniques we learned today. Now it is your turn. Have Fun!