Painting 101: Watercolor Basics & Technique
Wet in Wet Technique
The Wet in Wet watercolor technique allows artists to explore the freeness in watercolor painting and the unpredictability of using water as an artistic medium. The technique involves wetting the paper using a brush or paper towel and then applying color into the wet areas of the paper. This creates a smooth texture depending on how much water is applied.
Wet on Dry Technique
Wet on Dry technique involves applying wet paint and water onto dry paper — at least that’s what Google will tell you. It’s achieved by mixing paint and water on a palette, then applying it to a grade of paper you prefer.
Masking Fluid Basics
Masking fluid is made from liquid latex-based substance and is applied to areas of an artwork the artist wants to keep white. The fluid is latex suspended in ammonia. It dries hard on the paper or surface the artist puts it on. The masking fluid dries and then the artist can paint over areas of the painting without worrying about color saturating the paper.