About: Surface and Materials Preparation (RS)

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@idthe:SurfaceAndMaterialsPrepRS
typeConcept, Resource
broaderpainting process, Surface and Materials Preparation, visual arts process, watercolor process
definition11x15 in on 300 lb cold-press as default; 9x12 in on 140 lb occasionally; tape edges, test swatches; proceed to immediate wet work.
editorial noteThis robust surface lets you paint decisively; it forgives correction without dulling the paper's breath.
inSchemeWatercolor Painting Process
labelSurface and Materials Preparation (RS)
relatedblock, cold-pressed paper, Foundational Washes (RS), stretching
scope note300 lb supports assertive lifting and multi-glaze sequences without fatigue.
skos:altLabelPaper and Palette Setup (RS)
the:order2, 2, 2.0



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