Watercolor Methods: Paint Application

Illuminate your world with watercolor! In this video, you’ll discover the secrets behind two key techniques for creating beautiful watercolor paintings: the wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry methods. Join expert instructor Kateri Ewing as she guides you through mastering these essential watercolor applications. Kateri will help you choose the best technique for your project, explaining the advantages and challenges of each, then offering step-by-step instructions for both.

Kateri begins by demonstrating the wet-on-wet technique, showing how it can create both dreamy washes or more controlled effects. You’ll learn about water glazing, how to add and lift color, the use of masking fluid to preserve areas of white paper, and how to add texture with salt. To wrap up this section, enjoy a fun “Starry Night” exercise to practice these wet-on-wet techniques! Then, you’ll dive into the wet-on-dry method, perfect for work that demands more precision. Kateri will teach you how to use your brush for crisp, clear strokes and how to apply the dry-brush technique for soft, feathered edges.