Watercolor Methods
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How To Fix A Watercolor Bloom
Blooms are the most common problem with watercolors. Learn how to avoid them and to fix them when they happen.
Three Ways To Stretch Watercolor Paper
Prevent watercolor paper from buckling by stretching it first. This post and video shows three ways.
How To Flatten A Buckled Watercolor Painting
An easy way to flatten a buckled watercolor painting that requires nothing fancy but a little bit of time.
Good Shapes For Good Composition
Paintings are simply collections of shapes with color and value added. Compelling paintings are composed with well-constructed, ‘good’ shapes. Learn the simple ideas for constructing a good shape.
Homemade Watercolor Sketchbook
Easy to make watercolor sketchbook that has the paper you like at the size you like.
Materials For Watercolor Painting
There are two goals when buying watercolor materials - Simplicity and Buy Professional.