Watercolor 01 - Comic Characters

Overview:

This is template for doing a watercolor sketch of a comic character portrait The full length process video is approximately 30 minutes in length

Also included is a drawing template we will use to transfer the sketch I've made to watercolor paper. This can be done in the method shown in the video, or with carbon paper available at most art stores

Included in this download:

~ (1) Full length video of Watercolor Process (vertical format for ease of use with smartphones)

~ (1) 8.5x11 inch Drawing for Watercolor transfer

~ (1) Reference photos

~ Example files of finished Inking of various templates in this series

Materials List:

~ Windsor and Newton Watercoolors

~ Strathmore Cold Press Watercolor paper (300 series) cut to a 6x9inch paper size

~ Non-photo blue pencil for transfer, however any graphite/erasable medium will work fine

Brushes:

Size 1 Liner Brush

1/4inch Flat Wash Brush

1/8inch Flat Wash Brush

Additional Info:

The watercolor process in this video resembles a quick sketch of a comic character. This is by no means a finished photographic rendering (as I don't believe watercolor should be used for such a method anyway). Materials such as acrylic and oil that permit multiple layers, glazes, and passes are more suited to near photographic reproduction, where watercolor is best used to explore color harmonies and experiment with "happy accidents" from water blending.

Be sure to get a thick watercolor paper that has some cotton in its construction. This series uses Strathmore 300 but there are much nicer brands available such as Arches Hot and Cold Press Watercolor papers. They do run expensive so plan before you paint!

I hope you enjoy this process, and please let me know on any of my socials if you have feedback or would like to see additional information.