why the direction of your brush strokes matters

The direction of your brush strokes does more than just apply paint to paper—it shapes the story your painting tells.

The brush stroke direction creates convincing forms, guides movement and can infuse energy. Also, if you're thinking about your brush strokes, you're not on auto pilot. You're thinking! Always a good idea when painting ;-)

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how to actually progress in watercolour

how to actually progress in watercolour

30 March 2026

This is a detailed post — grab a coffee. I get asked about this a lot, and it deserves a proper answer. I'm often asked some version of the same question: how do I actually progress in watercolour? ...

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