Watercolour
Watercolour is a highly popular choice of medium for many artists and can be used to produce both soft and bold effects. Easy to mix and apply, you can build them up quickly with very little drying time in between. If you are new to watercolour painting, take a look at our ultimate guide for beginners, then get creative with wet-in-wet and wet-on-dry techniques and more with our great range of watercolour tips, techniques and demonstrations from top watercolour tutors.
How to paint sweet peas in watercolour
Follow Paul Talbot-Greaves as he demonstrates how to paint sweet peas in watercolour using the negative painting technique
Warwick Castle from the Bridge by Jane Carpanini
Jane Carpanini likes to know her subject matter visually before painting it. Here the author explains her methods when producing a watercolour from a fairly daunting scene.
How to paint snow-covered trees using masking fluid with Terry Harrison
Terry Harrison shows ways of using masking fluid to create snow-covered trees.
How to paint a cupcake in watercolour with Helen Campbell
Helen demonstrates a cupcake in watercolour
The drama in contrast by Hazel Soan
Hazel Soan demonstrates how contrasting tones, colours and shapes can all add vibrancy to watercolour paintings.
Stepping stones to watercolour with Jan Roddick
Jan Roddick paints flowers in pen and wash.