Watercolor experiments

Since I am doing some watercolour painting I did some experiments to see how the pigment can be manipulated to create effects which could be used in the creation of an image. It was interesting to see how the pigment moved when the methylated spirit was dripped onto it. This could be used to create some interesting bubble effects. As well as dripping the methylated spirits you can also paint it on with a round brush. The salt on wet paint created some beautiful delicate effects.

A few weeks back I did a post on the watercolor and salt technique so this week I thought it might be fun to do some more experimenting with the alcohol and watercolor technique. I do not know the scientific explanation for this reaction but alcohol pushes the the pigment in wa

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Looking for a fun way to combine science and art? Check out this project for watercolor painting with rubbing alcohol. You’ll be amazed at what you can create.

Welcome to my comprehensive guide to help you understand and master watercolor techniques. To be honest, when I read what other websites are writing about this topic, half of them don't seem to understand what they're talking about! I don't mean to be fussy or seem arrogant, but some of them are incomplete. Others get

Try out some alcohol and watercolor painting. This is a neat science art combo that kids love trying out. They will be amazed with the result!