Whether you're attending one of my workshops, or curious about the tools I use, below you'll find my watercolor materials list. Happy painting.
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Karen Ramsay Watercolor Material List
soft lead pencil 2B, 4B or 6B
mechanical pencil
kneaded eraser
waterproof black fine tip marker
sketchbook 90 lb or more weight paper
tracing paper pad
palette ( plastic or metal, with a cover )
watercolor paints ( tube paints • artists or professional grade • it will make difference! )
suggested colors: cobalt blue, ultramarine blue, cerulean, sap green, viridian, aureolin, new gamboge, raw sienna, burnt sienna, cadmium red or scarlet lake, alizarin crimson or permanent rose
additional colors: quinacridone gold, neutral tint, indigo, lunar black
personal favorites: bring along!
watercolor brushes #8,10 or 12 round and your favorites
watercolor paper cold press 140lb 9 X 12” or larger ( blocks, spiral or single sheets )
water container
masking tape ( drafting or artists tape )
drawing board • masonite or gator board ( to tape down w/c paper )
small spray bottle ( you will need to keep your paints moist )
paper towels ( Viva is great! )
bag of rice or beans ( keeps your board at an angle for painting )
photo references to paint from ( topics vary for classes )
have a black and white and color 8.5 X 11” copy, per image
Watercolor Sketchbook Journaling
travel watercolor set
water brush and or travel brush
waterproof black fine tip marker
pencil - mechanical and or 2B
kneaded eraser
watercolor sketchbook ( 90lb or more weight paper )
portable light weight stool or chair
