Hello everyone! Welcome to my blog where I share my passion for art and creativity. Today I want to talk about my experience with watercolor painting, a medium that I have been exploring for the past few months.
I have always loved the look of watercolor paintings, especially the ones that capture the beauty of nature with soft and vibrant colors. However, I was intimidated by the idea of using watercolors myself, as I heard they were difficult to control and unpredictable. I was afraid of making mistakes and ruining my paintings.
But then I discovered Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Half Pan Paints, a range of watercolors that are designed to be accessible, affordable and uncompromising on quality. They use fine art pigments with reduced pigment load than the professional range, making them easier to blend and mix. They also have good tinting strength and lightfastness, meaning they won’t fade over time.
I decided to give them a try and bought a set of 45 half pans, which came in a compact and lightweight case that was perfect for traveling and painting outdoors. The set included a variety of colors that I could use to create different moods and effects, such as Lemon Yellow Hue, Cadmium Red Hue, Ultramarine, Viridian Hue, Burnt Sienna and Payne’s Gray.
I was amazed by how easy and fun it was to use these watercolors. They were smooth and creamy, and they flowed well on the paper. They also dried quickly, which allowed me to layer and glaze without lifting the previous washes. I learned how to create different textures and techniques with watercolors, such as wet-on-wet, dry brush, splattering and lifting.
I also discovered that watercolors are not as unforgiving as I thought. In fact, they are very forgiving if you know how to work with them. For example, if I made a mistake or wanted to change something, I could simply use a clean damp brush or a tissue to lift off the unwanted paint. Or I could use a darker color or a metallic watercolor¹ to cover it up or add some interest.
One of my favorite colors from the Cotman range is Permanent Rose, a bright rose violet that is transparent and quinacridone-based. It is a versatile color that can be used for flowers, skies, shadows and more. It also mixes well with other colors to create beautiful purples, oranges and browns.
I have been having a lot of fun with watercolor painting. It has become one of my favorite hobbies and a way to express myself creatively. I love how watercolors can capture the mood and atmosphere of a scene with just a few strokes and washes.
If you are interested in trying watercolor painting yourself, I highly recommend Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Pan Paints. They are affordable, high-quality and easy to use. You can find them online or at your local art store.
Thank you for reading my blog post. I hope you enjoyed it and found it inspiring. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them below. And don’t forget to subscribe to my blog for more updates on my art journey.
Happy painting!
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