About: paper masking

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broaderthe:wetIntoWetWash, the:watercolorTechnique, the:paintingTechnique, the:paintingTerm, the:visualArtTerm, the:assistedWash, the:wash
definitionTorn cartridge paper placed on the painting; the exposed area is wiped with a damp brush or sponge to lift pigment. Works best with sedimentary, non-staining colors. Straight-edged paper can also be used for formal, geometric tonal changes.
inSchemethe:watercolorPainting
labelpaper masking



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