Learning to paint with watercolors

I am new to watercolors, so I hope this advice is helpful to those learning watercolors. To begin, purchase basic supplies (www.dickblick.com has affordable art supplies) including cold press watercolor paper, watercolors (Winsor and Newton Sketchers Pocket Box), and a basic set of brushes. Although there are a lot of expensive watercolor supplies these supplies are sufficient for beginners.

Next, do research. Research various watercolor artists and their techniques. Although many people frown upon copiers, I think it’s important to copy. Its how we learn. Just be careful not to take credit for the design. You can have either a realistic, or abstract approach to watercolors. I combined watercolor with India ink and chose a more abstract approach: www.lillalouise.etsy.com. This artist’s abstract patters were very inspiring: www.wandamarie.etsy.com. Or you can create lovely landscapes like this artist has: www.kingbonk.etsy.com. Landscape paintings are great when starting a new medium.

I will not give you step by step instructions on how to create the perfect watercolor paintings because you learn from the experience and what works best for you. Experimenting is part of the art process, and it’s the most enjoyable aspect to creating.