Author Archives: Kelly Kane, Editor, Watercolor Artist

How to Draw Hands

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Kelly Kane, Editor, Watercolor Artist

Artist and instructor Mark Willenbrink demonstrates how to draw hands in three simple steps. “Hands can add expression to a portrait, giving it emotion and personality,” he says. “Hands can tell us about a person, even more than a face … Full Article

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Recycle Failed Watercolor Paintings Into Collage Elements

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Kelly Kane, Editor, Watercolor Artist

Never throw away failed watercolor paintings. Those pieces could turn out to be resources for new collages, either as backgrounds or as enhancements to watermedia paintings that need a lift. Revisit your archives now and then—especially when you’re stuck—to find … Full Article

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Leslie Frontz’s Watercolor Toolkit

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Kelly Kane, Editor, Watercolor Artist

Boat Rentals (watercolor on paper, 8 1/2 x 11 1/2)

View a complete list of the art materials used by watercolor artist Leslie Frontz, who is featured in the December 2011 issue of Watercolor Artist. Full Article