The Power of Vibrant Darks in Watercolor

One way to create more vibrant darks in watercolor is to paint directly onto white paper and then add a background wash by painting around the subject.
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[@marionbik2022]

This is really helpful… what a difference! 🙏🏼🎨✨

[@DonAndrewsAWS]

Hi Marion....I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Friend Don

[@majrminer]

Don, I’ve just purchased a couple of your books. One has your handwriting in it. What are the odds? Absolutely love your stuff. Ever doing any in-person workshops in the Southwest? Think you should plan one 😄

[@DonAndrewsAWS]

Hi Majrminer.... thank you so much for your comments,,, I'll be in California in June with the Central Coast Watercolor Society! As always I go where I'm invited! Friend Don

[@majrminer]

@@DonAndrewsAWSit would be cool to check that out 👍