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Watercolour Painting

Watercolour is a painting method using pigments mixed with water. Artists can make soft, see-through washes of colour, and they often paint on wet paper.

💡 Fun fact

Watercolour paints can be lifted off paper with a damp brush to create light areas.

All about Watercolour Painting

Watercolour is a painting method that uses pigments mixed with water. Artists create soft, see-through washes of colour, often on wet paper.

Watercolour is light and portable, which makes it popular for sketching outdoors.

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Real-life uses of Watercolour Painting

Painting landscapes
Illustrating books
Sketching on trips

Frequently asked questions about Watercolour Painting

What is watercolour made from?

Pigments mixed with water.

What makes watercolours look soft?

Thin, see-through washes.