Watercolor Techniques

What material is used to divide the paper into sections for different watercolor techniques?

• Painter's tape

• Masking fluid

• Regular adhesive tape

• Wax paper

What effect does adding water drops to wet watercolor paint create?

• It makes the paint darker.

• It creates a textured, blooming effect.

• It causes the paint to dry faster.

• It makes the paint completely disappear.

What happens when salt is sprinkled onto wet watercolor paint?

• The salt dissolves and disappears.

• It creates a smooth, glossy finish.

• It absorbs the water and pigment, creating a textured, crystalline pattern.

• It makes the paint crack and peel.

What effect does applying candle wax to paper have on watercolor paint?

• It makes the paint spread more evenly.

• It causes the paint to be absorbed completely.

• It prevents the paint from adhering to the waxed areas.

• It makes the paint appear darker.

What is the primary purpose of using tape in the tape resist technique?

• To create a textured surface for the paint.

• To hold the paper firmly in place.

• To mask off areas and create clean, unpainted lines.

• To absorb excess water from the paint.