Welcome to my watercolour painting tips page! You've stumbled upon my secret lair where I share my top-secret tips for mastering the art of watercolour. Just kidding, it's not a secret lair, but it is the perfect place for you to brush up on your painting skills (pun intended). As a professional watercolour artist, I'll be sharing all the juicy details on how to create stunning watercolour masterpieces. So whether you are a beginner or a seasoned watercolour artist, go and grab a cup of tea, your brushes and your paints, and let's create some magic together!
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For ten years, acrylic painting was a source of immense joy and became a core part of my identity. Then, unexpectedly, my passion for it disappeared, leaving me disoriented and somewhat incomplete. This loss was so profound that I set aside my brushes for several years, opting instead to attend university and train as a school teacher. Despite this new path, the deep-seated yearning for artistic expression remained, casting a shadow of sadness over me.
Read MoreEmbarking on a daily doodling journey isn’t about producing gallery pieces daily. Making art is not the goal here. Rather, it's about embracing the process, the repetition, and the insights gained with every drop of paint. It's about becoming one with your tools and materials, understanding the nuances of water and pigment, and how they interact on the canvas of your paper.
Read MoreLet's face it, we're all busier than a set of watercolor brushes at a plein air festival. Finding time to paint can feel like trying to squeeze another color onto an already crowded palette. But here's the kicker: you don't need to carve out a massive chunk of your day. Setting a specific time for your art, be it early morning or late evening, creates a sacred ritual. It's like having a coffee date with your creativity, and trust me, your muse appreciates punctuality.
Read MoreBefore you start practicing there are several factors that can affect the outcome and quality of your brush strokes in watercolour painting.
Be aware of how much water you have mixed into your paint mixture. Thicker paint may result in more textured strokes, while thinner paint creates smoother, more translucent effects. When you are practicing brush strokes like those demonstrated in this blog post, you want the paint brush to glide over the paper so your paint mixture needs to be fluid and not too thick.
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