I don't advise that you try to lift/scrub colors with soft brushes like that Black velvet. You'll just wear out your brush much quicker. A cheap synthetic brush like golden taklon is better for that purpose.
Where/how do you get your inspiration for you paintings? I know you use PixelBay a lot, but do you start with an idea first? As usual, these results are gorgeous and I really appreciate your explanations! ♡
HI Nicki! I get inspiration from all over the place and I write down any ideas for paintings in a notebook so I don't forget! I also tend to paint what I feel like painting at the time rather than go with trends or what's popular or seasonal which ensures my heart is always in the painting. I also love painting a wide range of subjects so there is always something new to try! Hope you are keeping well 😊
Thank you Naomi! Mixing watercolour and gouache is not something I would have thought to do before- but I have really enjoyed experimenting with these two mediums so you should definitely give it a try! 😊
I really enjoy a video when the artist creates an actual artwork from the "tested" supplies! I do wonder at the re-wet-ability after the paint dry's in a pan. I know there are some who use W&N paints from the tube only. This depends upon the quality or line of paints, correct? I believe some W&N paints are NOT recommended for using from the dry state or is this mis - information? or a result of some paints going moldy? You created a fantastic picture and deviated from your reference to create true artwork!
Hi! I have heard people say that W & N paints aren't recommended to use from their dried state but I've personally never had any issues with their professional line going mouldy and they certainly seem to re wet fine? Maybe this could be an issue with their student range as, like you say it may depend on the quality of the line of paints? So glad you liked the video, take care 😊
That’s a lovely piece! I really love both colours (and Perylene Maroon...), and I will definitely try the mix with white gouache. I find the matte background is perfect to make the fruit shine, while still staying within the colour range.
