Values in all paintings are important. Challenge yourself to paint a watercolor portrait in black & white. Prior to adding that splash of paint to the paper, we’ll note the shifts from light to dark, better assuring a more pleasant outcome.   First, we’ll sketch (or trace) the portrait followed by a light wash to…

Watercolor portraits are lovely.  Soft & simple, join me and together we will paint a simple portrait.  First, find several 5×7 pictures or use the ones provided. We’ll trace these onto our watercolor paper.  Next, we’ll mix colors and identify shifts in color changes and values.  Finally, color will be added in washes, working from…