Color & Brush Concepts with Vinita Pappas (Watercolor)
Join Vinita Pappas in her latest watercolor exercise where she walks you through the basics of watercolor painting.
In this video, Vinita demonstrates how to layer paint to create depth and how to get darker tones in watercolor by adding more than one layer. She also explains that when working with dry paper, the paint will only go where you put it or where there is water.
Learn how to paint a leaf using a simple green color mix and discover how to erase your pencil lines without tearing the paper. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills,
Vinita's tips and tricks will help you create beautiful watercolor paintings.
In this lesson you will learn:
- How to use both sides of your watercolor paper
- How to tape down your paper to keep it flat while painting
- How to work with dry paper in watercolor
- How to make paint spread in watercolor
- How to draw lightly with a pencil for watercolor painting
- How to use a kneaded eraser for watercolor drawing
- How to create darker shades in watercolor by layering
- How to mix colors to create shades of green in watercolor
- How to dry your watercolor painting quickly with a hair dryer
- How to tell if your watercolor painting is dry by touch
In this tutorial led by Vinita Pappas, viewers will learn the basics of watercolor painting, including layering to create depth and achieving darker tones through multiple layers. With a focus on painting a leaf and erasing pencil lines without tearing the paper, this tutorial is perfect for beginners and those looking to improve their skills.