Modern Watercolor Techniques
Gradients 1
A course by Ana Victoria Calderon , Painter and Illustrator
Joined August 2016
About the video: Gradients 1
Overview
“In this lesson, you will learn how to bring the paint saturation from level 0 to 5, from very diluted to very concentrated. In addition, we will do tests with one color and another with various colors. ”
In this video lesson Ana Victoria Calderon addresses the topic: Gradients 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Modern Watercolor Techniques. Paint with watercolors in a technical and creative way.
Partial transcription of the video
“We're about to begin the gradient section. Before that. i've allowed my transparencies to dry slightly. This pause is to give you a glimpse of how the paint appears after drying. offering a clearer view of its final It's fascinating to observe the variety of textures present here. which aren't deliberately made. yet we anticipate their occurrence. don't we? Notice how. in areas with slightly more moisture. the surface expands and forms these intriguing blotches. This natural process adds depth and character. Here. it's still damp. but we can begin to see the emerging texture. In areas with ...”
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Course summary for: Modern Watercolor Techniques
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Fine Arts, Painting, Traditional illustration, Watercolor Painting

Ana Victoria Calderon
A course by Ana Victoria Calderon
Ana Victoria Calderón is originally from Cancún, Mexico, which is why much of her work is closely related to nature and full of organic elements and symbolism.
She graduated in information design from the University of the Americas Puebla (UDLAP), while also working towards her degree in visual arts.
It’s easy to spot her illustrations on prints, bags, notebooks, ceramics, kitchenware, greeting cards, book covers, and a wide range of different products. She licenses her art to companies such as Hallmark, Papyrus, Trader Joe's, and more and has collaborated with Vanity Fair, Elle, Editorial Santillana, Travesías, Ray Ban, and Dr. Bronner's.
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