With their delicate textures and soft colours, theres no doubt about why watercolours are the most popular painting medium. But as any artist will tell you, getting started with painting isn’t as simple as buying the right kit – there are techniques to practise, mistakes to make, and skills to perfect. In The Complete Beginners Guide to Watercolours, well delve into everything you need to know to get started with painting in watercolour, from the different types of paint out there and what brushes to add to your arsenal, to how to create unique blending effects and capture accurate texture. As the old adage goes, practice makes perfect – so get painting!
