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Beginner Watercolor Series
with Sarah Cray
Watercolor is where Let's Make Art started! Artist Sarah Cray has an inviting, illustrative style and a gift for teaching. Paint along with her every week and learn the art of watercolor.
If you're new here, this is the best place to start!
EPISODE 1
Watercolor Materials
In this episode, we cover the materials you will typically need to paint with watercolor. We'll answer questions like...
- What type of brush do I need for watercolor?
- What's the difference between liquid, pan, and tube watercolor paint?
- What is hot or cold press watercolor paper?
EPISODE 2
Color Theory
In Episode 2, Sarah covers color theory and how to get your ideal hues when mixing. She'll cover things like...
- How primary colors work and mix
- Secondary and tertiary colors
- Warm vs. cool colors
- How to choose watercolor colors!
EPISODE 3
Techniques
In Episode 3, Sarah walks you through common watercolor techniques and how to practice with your brushes.
- Wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry
- How to make a wash
- Value changes
- Blending watercolors
EPISODE 4
Tips and Tricks
In Episode 4, Sarah covers some tips and tricks around watercolor. Things like...
- Pencil and graphite paper
- Picking up color
- Blending blooms
EPISODE 5
Textures
In Episode 5, texture is the name of the game! We're using materials like...
- Paper towels
- Salt
- Brush
- Bleed-proof white
EPISODE 6
Gouache
Ever wonder what would happen if watercolor and acrylic paint met and had a baby? Well, wonder no more, because that little bundle of joy is called gouache!
In this video you'll learn...
- How Gouache compares to Acrylic
- How to layer Gouache
- How Gouache compares to Watercolor
- Tips and tricks to make the most of the opacity
Find your community
Check out our private and free watercolor group on Facebook
Let's Make Art: Watercolor
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