If you like using watercolor you might LOVE using gouache! You can also use Gouache with watercolor. This video goes over 4 differences and reasons for using gouache vs watercolor for certain projects. This video is great for beginners and those interested in using gouache as well as watercolor.
4 Differences between watercolor and gouache
1. Gouache is more opaque
2. Gouache dries faster
3. You can paint light colors over dark with gouache (think stars, highlights, whiskers)
4. Gouache dries with a matte or flat finish
Because it dries quickly and layers so well it is an excellent medium to use for illustration. Also, you can use gouache over watercolor if you need to paint light areas over dark areas.
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Music
The Closing Of Summer by Asher Fulero
This tutorial was made by McCall for Mr Otter Studio
