I've never used gouache before, but I ordered some last week, and it just arrived. This is my experimental paper--you know, the one where you try out every color to see what it looks like, and then it slowly becomes something. I think I'm going to really like this medium. Lots of possibilities for edges, and I do love edges. And texture. I will definitely limit my palette, though. This is EVERYTHING.
"Everything" looks really cool - I'm sure you'll do beautifully with a more limited palette too (I can't wait to see).
ReplyDeleteGouache is one of my favorites too. Did you water it down or use it straight from the tube?
ReplyDeleteI squeezed some dabs out, dipped my brush in water, did a lot of mixing, so I guess I could say I did some of both. I can'tbwait to do more.
ReplyDeleteOh and, in response to your comment, I think you should take the time to draw some trees if possible, because I think the results would be spectacular and the shapes and intricacies of this subject would suit your drawing style perfectly.
ReplyDeleteI love gouache. Looks like you're doing very well with it. Wonderful colors!
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