2. Washes Flat – even value created to tint the paper Graded – applying pigment and then continually adding more water to it so that there is a gradual value change from dark to light.

3. Techniques Wet-in-wet – wet pigment on wet paper – tints Wet-on-dry – wet pigment on dry paper – middle values Dry-on-dry – dry pigment on dry paper – shades

4. Techniques continued Salt – applying salt to a wash in order to get texture Saran wrap – place saran wrap over a wash to create texture Masking Fluid – rubbery solution applied to paper with a brush/rubber tool. Seals the paper to keep white highlights. Once the paint is dry, remove the masking fluid with an eraser. Miskit Friskit

5. Objectives Show clean presentation of intentional marks with watercolor techniques. Demonstrate wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and dry-on-dry techniques to create a full range of values. Accurately represent color as seen in your visual. Accurately create the illusion of water reflection through your choice of a water image. Demonstrate textural techniques that may incorporate blooming, salt, saran wrap or other techniques. Create a unique composition (may expand from photo or crop it differently, etc.)

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12. Grading Criteria Craftsmanship15pts Technique15pts Texture20pts Composition15pts Water Reflection20pts Color15pts