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Description
In this watercolor painting video demonstration Steve addresses all of the basic principles of watercolor portraiture. Watch as he makes artistic choices while rendering the pencil sketch. See the watercolor techniques he employs as he completes the painting. From the details of facial features to the treatment of the clothing and addressing the background the basics of watercolor portraiture are covered in this video.
Index
00:02:31 - Materials information
00:05:20 - General placement and beginning thoughts
00:06:57 - Portrait details and their effect on scale
00:07:23 - Getting scale from the eye
00:08:50 - Mustache notes
00:10:53 - Change of pace
00:12:58 - Looking for verticals
00:21:19 - Establishing color, form, and intensity
00:23:53 - Working on the hair form
00:26:55 - Building a nice color base
00:29:54 - Working the background
00:46:36 - Adding final touches to the portrait
00:48:06 - Finishing the eyes
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