June 2, 2023.Reading time 1 minute.
In my most recent episode of Behind the Brush on Patreon, I shared my strategies for creating a custom limited watercolor palette for plein air. These are all Daniel Smith colors chosen from my larger studio selection. But I just thought this diagram was a fun way to explore it, and was worth sharing here. […]
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March 22, 2023.Reading time 34 minutes.
How I build a custom watercolor palette to suite my needs
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February 16, 2023.Reading time 7 minutes.
Want to simplify your life? Buy less colors. Here’s how I use a very limited palette to mix every color I need. Why use a limited palette when you can buy every color under the sun premixed for you? Besides saving money, when you mix your own colors you do two main things. Years ago […]
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December 11, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.
I love mixed media sketching, but never delved into the vast universe of water soluble sketching – until now! I recently splurged on some new supplies, and today I’ll share a bit about them, but there will be much more in the future as they become a normal part of my practice. This post contains […]
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July 3, 2022.Reading time 6 minutes.
Lately I’ve been diving deeper into exploring GREENS and GREYS. At first I was determined to make an entirely separate travel palette containing custom mixes of greens and greys. Upon further thought I realized that two travel palettes wouldn’t align with my goal of slimming down my travel supplies. Less is more when painting outside. […]
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March 25, 2022.Reading time 8 minutes.
Today I want to share my final palette of alcohol markers for landscapes! I honestly feel like this is the perfect palette. You don’t need this many colors, but you could also have much more. If you want a really well-rounded palette, this is a great place to start. — Jump to my marker supply […]
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February 19, 2022.Reading time 3 minutes.
As I continue along my journey to learn how to use alcohol markers, I have decided to document the progress. Last time I mentioned markers, I shared my new set of Shinhan Touch Twin Markers and a color chart that was missing a lot of colors I didn’t know I needed. So it’s time for […]
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February 2, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.
Jelly gouache is an affordable way to experience gouache – but is it worth it? Let’s talk about it!
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January 29, 2022.Reading time 4 minutes.
A close-up look at the new Shire super granulating watercolour set by Schmincke.
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November 20, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.
I love markers for landscape drawing. They are so portable. No water, no palettes, no extra STUFF. Just grab a few and head outside to sketch the beauty, and you’re good to go. This is my limited palette for landscapes.
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August 6, 2021.Reading time 1 minute.
You only need a few tubes of paint to get started with gouache. In this video I’ll share an in-depth look at my limited gouache palette. This “lesson” is all about what 5 colors I use and why. Of course, this is my opinion about the BEST limited gouache palette for landscapes, so take it […]
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July 30, 2021.Reading time 1 minute.
My research process and thoughts for creating my “perfect” limited palette for watercolor landscapes.
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October 14, 2020.Reading time 2 minutes.
Did I find my perfect autumn palette? I’m putting all those mixing charts to use as I explore my favorite season with gouache.
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October 11, 2020.Reading time 10 minutes.
Gouache mixing charts, looking at comparisons between popular colors and finding the perfect autumn palette.
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