Watercolor Tricks & Techniques by Cathy Johnson

Author:Cathy Johnson
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: ebook, book
Publisher: F+W Media
Published: 2011-05-10T16:00:00+00:00

Using Plastic Wrap in a Painting

To add texture to these castle walls, I laid plastic wrap into the shadow areas and let it rest until the paint began to set up a bit. I removed the plastic, then used a wad of the same plastic to stamp with, dipping it into the paint on my palette.

TEXTURE TOOLS

Wax Paper

Wax paper is very similar in use to plastic wrap, but with somewhat softer and more subtle results, as well as a few tricks unique to the paper. I like it even better than plastic wrap.

Accentuate the Texture of Your Surface With Smooth Wax Paper

Lay down a wash of color, then apply a flat, smooth piece of wax paper on top and allow it to dry in place. The paper may wrinkle just a bit as it dries, making subtle, hazy effects. This technique might make a nice sky effect or a soft fabric. The cloth-like effect of this paper is played up where the wax paper was pressed tightly against it.

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