Watercolour reduction - Animal Faces

Welcome to an immersive journey into the fascinating technique of watercolor reduction. Discover how to create subtle values and soft contrasts and practice how to control watercolour paint using just water.

Upskill your students: Seamlessly apply the watercolor reduction process to any theme or project. Monotone resource images featuring delightful animal faces are included, perfect for stimulating creativity in the classroom.

Comprehensive Guidance: Explore four distinct sections designed to demystify the watercolor reduction process.

Preparing the Watercolor Sheets: Initiate the creative journey by mastering the art of preparing high-quality watercolor sheets. Create a solid painted foundation for your upcoming masterpiece.

Practicing Water Reduction and Value Control: Hone your skills in lifting watercolor paint with water and blotting. Gain proficiency using different brushes for controlled lines and values.

Creating the Artwork: Immerse yourself in the creative core. Craft your artwork using a monotone image, employing strategic blotting, precise brushwork, and the art of working upside down.

Refinement: Transition to the final stage, concentrating on refinement. Elevate your artwork to its optimal potential with specific tips and tricks.

Empowerment Through Knowledge: Acquire the confidence to deliver this technique to your students as an art teacher. Arm yourself with knowledge and skills to explore boundless possibilities in artistic expression through watercolor painting.

Resources package

Our exclusive tutorial is complemented by a collection of AI-generated images. Quirky animal faces in greyscale, set against dark backgrounds, making them the ideal teaching tool for this innovative technique. Not only are these images a joy for students to emulate, but they also come completely copyright-free.

But that's not all – this fabulous technique isn't limited to just animal faces. Imagine applying it to any subject where mastering the value range is crucial!