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Aug 6, 2022

"You'll often hear me repeat variations of this phrase as I teach: we go from big to small -meaning the larger brush is smaller brush, loose to tight, light to dark. It's key to begin with joy and excitement by following a loose outline, and then allow the piece to talk and guide you to where it wants you to go."

Painting tips for watercolors:

  • Go from big to a small brush
  • Go between tight and loose moves
  • Change from lighter to darker colors
An Amarylis Henderson hand illustration of flowers. Paper on a table with creative accesories: markers, paints and a color palette.

My story

"I was the quiet kid who sat at the back of the class, drawing in her sketchbook. There hasn't been much change since. There was a time when I felt an artistic burnout, however having a baby brought me back to painting watercolor. I found myself again by combining art with my faith-based practice. This led me to create "Watercolor Devo's." These works spurred me into becoming a creative instructor and full time artist."

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How would you describe the style of your watercolor?

"I am unable to resist the bright, playful or bright pink. A touch of vintage quirk or visual tension is often my focus as I'm working. But most of all I enjoy bringing the best of watercolor to the paper, letting it flow in vivid bleedings in bold colors."

Amarylis Henderson digital illustration.
An Amarylis Henderson hand drawing of an animal. The paper is placed on the table and it's decorated complete with inventive accessories , paints, brushes, as well as the color palette.

You can find Amarylis's watercolor paintings along with books and other items at her website watercolordevo.com . Those who love everything watercolor, or who wish to develop their craft will love this guide to painting with watercolor! and it's free. watercolordevo.com/guide

An Amarylis Henderson hand illustration of strawberries. A closeup on a hand holding the illustration. A color palette in the background..

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