Summary of "HOW TO USE WATERCOLOR - Introduction Tutorial"

Video Summary

The video titled "HOW TO USE WATERCOLOR - Introduction Tutorial" serves as the first in a series of watercolor tutorials aimed at beginners. The creator discusses essential supplies and basic techniques for using watercolor effectively.

Supplies Needed:

Paper: Watercolor paper (300 GSM cold pressed recommended).
Paint: Watercolor tubes, pans, or cakes (Windsor and Newton's Cotman pans used in the tutorial).
Brushes: Any brush will suffice for beginners; specific types will be discussed in future videos.
Paper Towels/Tissue: For drying Brushes and sampling colors.
Water Container: Two jars—one for dirty water and one for clean water.

Techniques Explained:

Wet on Wet:
- Apply wet paint to a wet surface.
- Creates soft effects and allows for blending and gradients.
- Example: Wet the paper, apply paint, and observe how it disperses.
Wet on Dry:
- Apply wet paint to a dry surface.
- Produces bold colors and defined shapes, ideal for outlining and details.
Combination of Both Techniques:
- Start with wet on wet for soft effects, then use wet on dry for details.
- Allows for a balance of sharpness and blending.