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2naSalit

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1. How do you...

Reply to GPV (Original post)

Thu Jun 29, 2023, 09:08 AM

Jun 2023

Apply the pencils? And what paper do you use?

I have some pencils but I am not sure if I just draw/color on the surface/paper then use a water wash or if the pencil is dipped in water like a brush..?

I used prang solids, I like the way the paint shines when it's thick.

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Some experiments in my journal with watercolor and watercolor pencils. [View all] GPV Jun 2023 OP

How do you... 2naSalit Jun 2023 #1

they're great! yes, draw then push it around w a brush. mopinko Jun 2023 #3

Thanks! 2naSalit Jun 2023 #6

I love how you got the reflection in the water in the last painting! Diamond_Dog Jun 2023 #2

i'll give u the beat advice i got in art school- mopinko Jun 2023 #4

Very nice! Dreamscapes! ❤️👏 LiberalLoner Jun 2023 #5