Before you begin painting in watercolor

Hi all,

I am taking a watercolor class from an instructor here in Alexandria, VA.  His name is Peter Ulrich and he is terrific.  Check out his work at www.ulrichart.com.  The method he taught us in our first class makes sense to those of us who are coming at this right brain activity with an overactive [...]

Watercolor, Gaterboard and Foamcore: Some Tips

Hi everyone, Many of you probably use Gaterboard for your watercolor work. It is a sheet (usually 1/2″ thick) that is light and fairly indestructible. It is different than foam core in that it is much stronger and really the only suitable surface for holding your watercolor work when you are painting. Foam core just [...]