Too much of a good thing

There are a number of different ways to create technique in watercolour, Here are just a few:

• plastic wrap
• dry brushing
• splatter
• sprinkling salt
• alcohol or water drops
• sponge
• etc.

Like many things in life, just because you can doesn't mean that you should. Although these techniques are fun to learn and use to create various textures, it's easy to overuse them.  When you overdo any of these techniques, you are detracting from the painting.

It's important to know when to use sparingly for impact and not overpower the painting.

This applies to many other things in life. you've probably seen overuse animated objects of effects in Powerpoint slides.

Today's artist find is Sue Dickinson

Have a great week,

Danielle

Tools for applying masking fluid

What's you're favourite tool for applying masking fluid?

Many watercolourist like to use an old brush. Some use a Masquepen or colour shaper. Other options include a dip pen, toothbrush, stencil brush or rolled up paper.  Another option is to build up on a old brush to end up with a unique tool that offers  a number of exciting textures.  You might also want to try applying the masking fluid with a piece of  scrunched up paper towel, plastic or foil. This option will give you the most unpredictable shapes.

It's probably best to use a variety of tools as each will provide different effects or lines. Using the tools above you can paint the masking fluid on the paper, you can draw with it, it can be splattered or flicked and it can be dabbed on.

Let your imagination flow on creative ways to use masking fluid in innovative ways.

Today's artist find is Pat Hall.

Have a great week,

Danielle