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Fun techniques for painting mist in watercolour

Jane Ward gives a variety of methods to achieve the effect of mist in your watercolour landscapes.

How to paint mist and fog in watercolour with Ray Campbell Smith

Paint the effects of fog and mist using watercolour paint with Ray Campbell Smith

How to paint misty autumn landscapes in watercolour

Use watercolour, ink and collage techniques to paint both the vibrantly colourful scenes and subtle mist-like effects of autumn with Wendy Jelbert.

How to paint a misty coastal scene in watercolour with Colin Steed

Colin Steed introduces a painting project from a photograph as he explains how to capture this misty coastal subject using watercolour techniques

How to paint a misty woodland scene in watercolour with Paul Talbot-Greaves

Paul Talbot-Greaves demonstrates how to use the wet-into-wet technique to recreate a misty woodland scene in watercolour.

How to Capture Light in Watercolour and Mixed Media

Artist Chris Forsey shows how he mixes watercolour with other media for maximum effect in this demonstration showing, step-by-step, how to paint teasels and willowherb through the mist on the river Stour

Learn easy ways to correct mistakes in watercolour

Follow Rosemary Hale's step-by-step instructions for correcting mistakes in watercolour, by removing colour from your paintings.

Beginner’s guide to correcting mistakes in pastel art: Tips and techniques

Learn how to correct mistakes in pastel art with this beginner’s guide. Discover practical tips and techniques to fix errors and improve your artwork with ease

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How to keep your watercolours moist outside

Barry Herniman looks at the different ways to keep your watercolours moist when painting en plein air and extend their life

Make the most of painting at National Trust properties

If you are a member or regular visitor to National Trust sites, why not pack your paints this summer and enjoy sketching and painting en-plein-air. Tony Underhill offers hints and tips on achieving the most from your visit as well as a…

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Make the most of reds in your watercolour palette

Jean Haines delights in the warmth of red shades as they evoke her memories of long hot summers and inspire new paintings.

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Make the most of blues in your watercolour palette

Be inspired to paint blues with contrasting hot colours with Jean Haines

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