Tips for Mixing Darks and Shadow Colors
Do you have a hard time getting your darks and shadows dark enough? Do you struggle with shadows on yellow and red objects? These tips might help!
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Dealing with “Problem Paintings”—Part 1: Too Boring for Words
If you’ve painted in watercolor for more than a day or so, I know you’ve been here: after hours of hard work, you’re struggling with a blotchy, overworked section that you know isn’t going to be right, no matter how much more effort you put into it. It’s tempting to conclude that you just don’t have what it takes . . . maybe it’s time to take up something easier to master, say, golf.
How do you deal with “problem paintings” like this? (click the picture to read more)
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