2006-08-03 06:47:39 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Painting
Are you refering to the stretched canvas for watercolors? You apply just like the paper, only the canvas absorbs more of the moisture. I had to apply several appliactions to the same area to get the color the way I wanted. It is not the same feel as the watercolor paper, but just experiement, you might find that you like it. Also, I did not try any mediums with the watercolors (gum arabic, ox gall...) to see what the results would be, I just used watercolor and water... you can divide the canvas into different sections and experiment on each section with different mediums mixed with your watercolors... you could try gauche and see if that tickles your fancy.... :)
2006-08-03 07:50:19 · answer #1 · answered by thepenartist 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am an artist and use watercolor pencils on this kind of background. I like the control and contrast I can get with these versus regular watercolors. Try them out, they are available at any craft or art supply store.
2006-08-03 19:52:08 · answer #2 · answered by flyingdove 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it depends on the way you want the painting to look. If you want your painting to look very light and delicate add more water. If you want to have a darker look don't add as much water. Just remember watercolor canvas board does absorbs water.
2006-08-03 17:42:50 · answer #3 · answered by beachgirl111982 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i did a watercolour painting on canvas a few months ago... its a bit awkward, i like paper more personally. its hard to get a very vibrant colour on it, but if you want a washed out colour its not too hard.
as with all art, id say experiment. its pretty easy to wash out and start over from my experience, compared to doing it on paper.
2006-08-04 01:31:02 · answer #4 · answered by asher2789 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a few and play with it, that's the best way to learn anything.
2006-08-03 17:13:59 · answer #5 · answered by Veronica 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋