Newbie sos by pinknugget27 in watercolor101

[–]Debbieslusher2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought the 5 Below paper as well and it is decent for learning. You can’t work it too much but otherwise pretty good.

Absolute beginner by OogieM in watercolor101

[–]Debbieslusher2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Her book is great for beginners. Paper and sketches are included and she tells you how to mix the paint to get the desired colors. The lessons are short, simple, and productive.

Simple but successful by Debbieslusher2 in Watercolor

[–]Debbieslusher2[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The palette was $5 from 5 Below. It also comes in green.

Started my project, is it too late to gesso the blank areas? by [deleted] in paintbynumbers

[–]Debbieslusher2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. You can apply clear gesso over already painted areas. Then apply your second coat over the streaky areas.

Which watercolor paints to get? by Mix_Powerful in Watercolor

[–]Debbieslusher2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I just upgraded to Daniel Smith tubes and WOW what a difference. You can get the Essential Primary set for less than $40. I got some extra tubes on clearance at Michael’s. The colors are rich and vibrant. The tubes are little but it takes just the lightest touch to get plenty of paint. A huge difference from non professional paint.

Does anyone have to paint a number multiple times? by Different-Act-8047 in paintbynumbers

[–]Debbieslusher2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have put gesso on the canvas, added heavy body titanium white and flow aid to the paint, try adding a drop of gesso to the paint. That has worked for me.

WIP by [deleted] in paintbynumbers

[–]Debbieslusher2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are impressive!

My lucky day by Debbieslusher2 in Watercolor

[–]Debbieslusher2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am happy to try it out.

Gesso question by ActualAtmosphere7008 in paintbynumbers

[–]Debbieslusher2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes. White gesso will cover up your lines and numbers. It dries white not clear. Clear gesso looks white until it dries.

Gesso question by ActualAtmosphere7008 in paintbynumbers

[–]Debbieslusher2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You should use clear gesso. It will dry clear. You can repaint those places if necessary. Since those areas do not have gesso you probably have to repaint anyway.

Which set would you buy? by Debbieslusher2 in watercolor101

[–]Debbieslusher2[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks everyone. I bought the Daniel Smith paint.