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Apr 25, 2019 in this video, i will show you step by step how to watercolor paint an anemone flower. In creative watercolor, popular watercolor artist and workshop instructor ana victoria calderon shares her stepbystep techniques for painting modern motifs in. Step by step watercolor painting tutorial art instruction blog. Northern parula with watercolor pencils step by step a key to success with watercolor pencils is to apply a base coat of local color the hue of the object with dry pencils. Not only does the author explain basic watercolor techniques, but also covers things such as supply options, color theory, shading, and composition. The book features my latest thinking on the technique of watercolor painting, with all new commentary on old favorites, as well as six completely new step by step demonstrations.
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