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.

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How to paint an autumn landscape using Chinese brush painting techniques

Follow six simple steps to create an autumnal landscape using Chinese brush painting techniques with Ning Jialu.

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Use Chinese brush painting techniques to paint a still life

Paint a still life of pak choi and radishes using Chinese brush painting techniques

Zen painting inspiration

Paul Riley is inspired by a philosophical story to paint The Happiness of The Fish.

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How to paint a red telephone box in watercolour

Use watercolour to paint an iconic red phone box with Wendy Jelbert

How to paint a robin in watercolour

Use a limited palette and loose, lively washes to paint a robin with Michelle Campbell

How to paint white on white in watercolour

Paint white on white paper using traditional transparent watercolour methods, with Colin Steed

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