The beauty of watercolor paint is its transparency but many find it a challenge. With time and practice, we can all improve with practice and some simple concepts. How Watercolor works In all mediums, to create a piece of art, you build with paint. Unlike oil and acrylic paint, with watercolor you work from light to dark. Many artists preserve the white of the paper to maintain the lightest part of the painting, or you can use masking fluid because it is easy for beginners to loose the whiteness of the paper. Masking fluid is available in different options depending on…
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By: Rachel Knepp Watercolor, a beloved medium, captures my heart with its translucent hues and fluid brushstrokes, allowing me to express emotions and explore the beauty of the world with every stroke. Discover the captivating journey of watercolor through the annals of art history. In this blog post, we delve into the origins, evolution, and enduring charm of this mesmerizing painting technique. From its ancient roots to the Renaissance masters and modern innovations, join me as we explore the vibrant story of watercolors. history of watercolor Watercolor, with its origins dating back to ancient civilizations, has a rich history as…
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Homer Winslow – American Watercolorist Homer Winslow was born on February 24, 1836 in Boston, Massachusetts and died in his studio in Proust Neck, Maine. Early in his life his mother noticed his artistic ability and encouraged him to pursue art. When he was 18/19 years old, he was apprenticed to a lithograph company ofContinue reading "Artist focus – Homer Winslow"