Watercolor Techniques: How to Create a Sample Sheet | Painting Demo

Watercolor Techniques: How to Create a Sample Sheet | Painting Demo

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Interactive Video

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Arts, Architecture

1st - 6th Grade

Hard

This video tutorial demonstrates how to create a watercolor sample sheet using seven different techniques: wash, wet and wet, dry brush, salt, blotting, crayon resist, and tape masking. The instructor provides step-by-step guidance on each technique, including setup and cleanup instructions. Additionally, viewers are encouraged to experiment with two empty shapes and try a bonus plastic wrap technique for unique textures.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in creating a watercolor sample sheet?

Apply a wash technique

Trace the square nine times on the paper

Label the page with watercolor techniques

Mix colors in the palette

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which technique involves painting from dark to light?

Flat wash

Wet and wet

Dry brush

Graduated wash

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What effect does salt have on wet watercolor paint?

It creates small spots by absorbing pigment

It changes the color of the paint

It prevents the paint from spreading

It makes the paint dry faster

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you create a resist effect using crayons?

Cover crayon designs with plastic wrap

Use a dry brush over crayon marks

Paint over crayon designs with contrasting colors

Apply salt on crayon drawings

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using masking tape in watercolor painting?

To dry the paint faster

To keep certain areas of the paper white

To add texture to the paint

To mix colors more effectively

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional technique can be used to create a texture similar to broken glass?

Blotting with a paper towel

Using plastic wrap

Applying salt

Using a dry brush

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do with your paint lids at the end of class?

Store them in a plastic bag

Wash them with soap

Leave them open to dry

Close them tightly