In today’s video, Robbie Laird demonstrates how to achieve repetitive line and texture in a watercolor painting, using just a few easy-to-find scraping tools.
As you’ll see, Robbie’s methods work great for adding texture to leaves, but it could also be adapted for any number of subjects. Take a look:
To learn more, check out Robbie Laird’s full watercolor tutorial at creative catalyst.
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If design and composition isn't generally something that you think about while painting, it probably should be. A good design ensures that your viewers will stay interested in your artwork, even over a long period of time—and the truth is, good design doesn't have to be all that complex, either.
In today's video, Mark Mehaffey shows us several simple design elements that can easily be incorporated into any work of art. He covers shapes, size contrast, value contrast, focal area, and eye movement. Take a look:
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