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Jan 14, 2006 · You probably put a lot of yourself into your watercolor paintings: time, energy, concentration, anger, love, blood sweat, & tears. So you sure don’t want your creations to …

Oct 6, 2005 · It is not very archival, I’m afraid. The oil paint will eventually rot the paper, and make it very brittle, as the painting ages. Oil paint soaking into paper doesn’t make for a very …

May 11, 2007 · Perhaps you are trying to learn to paint by copying demonstrations in watercolor books; that could definitely lead to frustration for a beginner if you don’t have the “right” colors. …

Nov 1, 2009 · I use Permanent Rose, Antwerp Blue and New Gamboge. No mud. Ever. Santa Cruz, watercolor limited palette, 8×10, on Cartiera Magnani (cream, and soft!)

Apr 28, 2016 · Hi Guys! I would love to be able to create a watercolor and gouache and maybe pencil crayon underpainting, and seal it complete with oils. Is this […]

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May 5, 2014 · Quinacridone rose (PV19) vs magenta (PR122); Which to choose? Home › Forums › Explore Media › Watercolor › The Learning Zone › Quinacridone rose (PV19) vs magenta …

Jun 6, 2004 · It should not be necessary to spray a watercolor with fixative. I keep finished, unframed watercolors in an acid-free portfolio.

Jul 6, 2018 · I would love some advice for getting it back in shape. I use it for strictly only watercolor btw A few people in another thread suggested using a mild soap like Ivory but …