Tag Archives: watercolor
do you need to add water to tubed watercolor paints?
I just recently bought my first set of tubed watercolor paints (the brand is Niji) and I’ve used them, but the paint always sees really thick and acrylic paint like. Is it supposed to be that way or should I add water?
Can shipping a watercolor painting ruin it?
I paint personalized names in Japanese Katakana so far only for people that live in my area. I’m starting to branch out and I’m looking into selling them online but I’m worried that when I ship the painting the watercolor will sweat and smudge. Does anyone know if it will? Or if there is a … Continue reading
How to get washable kids watercolor paint out of carpet?
My son thought it would be fun to splatter washable kids watercolor paints all over his carpet. I was able to get every color out but the orange. I have tried steam cleaning it, spraying a carpet stain remover on it, spraying oxi max force stain remover for clothes on it, then I tried a … Continue reading
should i use oil paint or should i switch to watercolor because i heard oils are toxic?
i keep hearing some ppl say oils are ok to use just dont eat it… and i hear others say dont use it because the solvents used with it are toxic and it has long term effects. AND if i dont use oils then i will probably use watercolor but some of the paints hav … Continue reading
What to paint in watercolor?
Can someone send me a link of a picture that I can paint in watercolor. I haven’t done much watercolor before, but I am pretty expereinced with pastel and pencil, and have done very few watercolors, but also have all the supplies. All I want is a link to a nice picture I could paint. … Continue reading
How to layer watercolor paints?
I’ve done an underpainting for a piece I’m working on in watercolor. Is there any way to "set" the work I’ve done thus far so that I can use more layers of watercolor on top without smearing it?
how much solvent in in watercolor paint?
how much solvent in in watercolor paint please give me the correct answer im doing this for science fair so if you dont know dont answer ^^ thx
How do you prevent breathing in oil/acrylic paint?
Ive been wearing this face mask while painting, but it is really uncomfortable and doesn’t bring in any fresh air. How do other painters do it? I feel nauseated after I paint. Are these oil/acrylic/watercolor fumes poisonous?
can you watercolor paint on fabric?
I’m trying to make a memory quilt for my kid’s teacher. I’m going to send each of the kids home with a fabric square and have them paint something special for her. Can you watercolor on fabric? What would work best, NOT puffy paint, it looks crappy.
Which is the best type of paint for a beginner? acrylic, oil, watercolor?
I have to pick up some paint for a class and we have the option of acrylic, oil, watercolor or latex house paint. I’m not even sure what the last one is, but I was wondering what the perks are of each type. What is best for a beginner?