1. An Introduction to Watercolour Painting

2. Watercolour Papers? Aim To be accustomed to the professional practices of paper preparation. Objectives: To distinguish different paper types by sight, sound and touch To prepare (stretch) watercolour paper, ready for painting.

3. Langton Watercolour Spiral Pads A colour stable, mould made, acid free paper. The best watercolour papers are acid free to prevent the deterioration of paint and to preserve the integrity of the paper over time. The paper has a NOT (Cold Pressed) surface which is between the roughest and smoothest texture of papers. This makes it a very versatile paper popular for watercolour and line and wash work. Arches Watercolour Sheets 56 x 76cm 5 sheets for the price of 4. A superior quality 100% cotton watercolour paper. Individually tub sized and air dried. Decked edges to all four sides. Weight 300gsm (140lb) Available in NOT(Cold Pressed) Rough finish or HOT press

4. Properties 4 10+

5. Langton COLD Press Arches HOT Press

6. Effects of water on paper

7. Fibres are constant Cross section of paper Fibres expand on surface As water is absorbed Cross section of paper Water droplets

8. Solution?

9. Watercolour Papers? Aim To be accustomed to the professional practices of paper preparation. Objectives: To distinguish different paper types by sight, sound and touch To prepare (stretch) watercolour paper, ready for painting.

10. Has it worked? YES!!!NO Possible Reasons: Paper not drained enough before placing on board Placement on board is uneven Too much or too little water application to gum strip. Board left at angle Room too damp or too hot

11. You will only be able to assess your ‘stretching’ once the paper has time to dry For a recap of all instructions, please visit visit www.penningtonART.co.uk/pce.htmlwww.penningtonART.co.uk/pce.html