Introduction to Watercolor
Students will explore basic watercolor techniques such as washes, wet-on-wet, and layering to create translucent and vibrant paintings.
Key Questions
- Compare and contrast the effects of wet-on-wet versus dry brush techniques in watercolor.
- Design a landscape painting using watercolor, focusing on atmospheric perspective.
- Explain how the transparency of watercolor allows for unique layering effects.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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