How to Use a Watercolor Block

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:UseWatercolorBlock
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How to Use a Watercolor Block

Introduction

A watercolor block is a pad of 15 to 20 watercolor sheets that have been glued together on all four edges. A watercolor block is rigid, which makes it easy to take anywhere so you can do without a drawing board.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Steps

1

Step One

Open the cover of the watercolor block.
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Step Two

Paint your picture on the top sheet of the block.
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Step Three

Allow your painting to dry completely.
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Step Four

Locate the opening in the glue on the back edge of the block. You will be able to see the edges of the stacked sheets of paper through this opening.
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Step Five

Insert a palette knife between the top sheet and the second sheet of watercolor paper.
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Step Six

Slide the knife gently and slowly around all four edges of the pad. This will separate the top sheet from the others.

Tips & Warnings

  • Protect work in progress by folding the cover paper of the watercolor block over the top sheet.
  • Watercolor blocks are usually made with sheets of 140-lb., cold-press watercolor paper, which is suitable for most watercolor projects.
  • Since they transport well, watercolor blocks are especially good for landscape painting.
  • Avoid using a sharp knife to separate paper from the block. This often results in unwanted cuts in the paper.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Crayola Watercolor Pencils With Brush Kits
  • Watercolor Paintbrushes
  • Watercolor Brush Holders
  • Palette Knives
  • Flat Watercolor Paintbrushes
  • Fan Watercolor Paintbrushes
  • Watercolor Brush Cleaners
  • Watercolor Blocks
  • Round Watercolor Paintbrushes
  • Watercolor Paints
  • Watercolor Paper
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