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what side of watercolor paper to use

Which Side of Watercolor Paper to Use (Complete Guide)

Have you ever found yourself wondering which side of watercolor paper to use? Maybe you cut up a large sheet into smaller pieces, and now you’re wondering which was the “right” side to paint on? Or if you’ve removed a sheet from a watercolor block or a pad then you’re facing the same problem… I’ve found […]

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how to clean watercolor brushes

How to Clean Watercolor Brushes the Easy Way

You can easily spend a small fortune on brushes. So if you want your investment to last, it’s probably a good idea to learn how to clean your watercolor brushes and generally take care of them.With a little care and attention a good brush can last for years. I still use some sable brushes which […]

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winter watercolor scene

Winter Watercolor Scene (A Step by Step Tutorial)

​Last week we had our first snowfall. Well… It was more like frozen rain! But it was enough to get me in the mood to paint a winter watercolor scene, which I’d like to share with you below. If you’d like to follow along then you can download my sketch template and transfer it to […]

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best watercolor paints

Best Watercolor Paints (A Complete Guide)

Here’s the thing…There are lots of “reviews” about which are the best watercolor paints on the market. But none of them seem to tell you “how” to choose what’s best for your needs. And frankly, most of those reviews seem to have been written by people who probably haven’t picked up a paint brush in their […]

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Setting up Watercolor Palette Colors like a Pro (A Beginners Guide)

Setting up a watercolor palette can be a bit of a brain-teaser, especially when you begin learning watercolors. When I first started painting it took me a while to figure out which colors to use and how to organize them. And over time, I’ve agonized over the best choice of paints to include in my […]

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Why you should Start Sketching in Watercolor (Ideas & Tips for Beginners)

​A watercolor sketch can be defined as an unfinished, unrefined painting, usually made as a rough draft before a finished work of art. Some people see it as part of a process. But I think these simple versions of paintings are a valuable ingredient to successful watercolors.  Sketching is a good habit for developing and improving […]

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watercolor fall leaves

Watercolor Fall Leaves (How to paint Autumn Leaves the Easy Way)

​I’d like to show you a simple and effective way to paint autumn watercolor leaves. Fall is just beginning where I live, and the first leaves are starting to drop. The following “watercolor fall leaf compositions” are really simple to paint. I think you’ll find the process surprisingly easy and that it produces some great […]

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watercolor coffee cup tutorial

Watercolor Coffee Painting (A Complete Step by Step Tutorial)

​I’ve heard it said that coffee boosts creativity. Whether that’s true or not, I thought you might like to join me by following along with this watercolor coffee cup tutorial.  I’m always on the lookout for new subjects to paint. The ring stain of coffee on my desktop provided the inspiration for this latest watercolor. I […]

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Fundamental Watercolor Techniques for Beginners (This is All You Need)

Do you find it frustrating? Reading about all those multiple, fabulous techniques for watercolor painting. Methods which are so obscure you’ll probably hardly ever use them! Sure, it’s fun to know these things. But I don’t think that helps you progress with watercolor painting.  So I thought I’d talk to you about the fundamental watercolor techniques that […]

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How to Start Watercolor Painting – First Steps for Beginners

​Have you ever seen a beautiful piece of watercolor art and thought “I want to paint like that”? Many budding artists hold back because they just don’t know how to start painting in watercolors. I think that’s too bad. Because I believe the joy of creating with watercolors is within anybody’s reach. Some people simply […]

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Hi, I'm Anthony.
So you're ready to make a dent in the world of watercolors ? Good for you.
My love affair with painting began when I was a kid. But this blog isn’t about me...
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