How to Stretch Watercolour Paper

Описание: How do you stretch paper and why should you when painting with watercolours? In this video I explain the 'hows' and 'whys' of stretching paper and demonstrate my easy method for doing this step by step. with lots of tips and information along the way so that you can stretch paper perfectly and avoid all the common mistakes. Brilliant for beginners and those looking to develop their skills.

Music by: Lesfm from Pixabay

You will need:

Wooden board (plywood or MDF) at least 6mm but preferably thicker 9mm – 16mm and a bit bigger than the paper you will be stretching.
Watercolour paper
Gummed tape
A sponge
Small pot of water
Large tube of water (clean sink or bath)
craft knife or Stanley knife
Pencil

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Arches Watercolour Paper (I mostly use 300gsm Cold Pressed / NOT)
https://www.jacksonsart.com/brands/ar...

Gummed Tape such as this one:
https://www.jacksonsart.com/handover-...

I actually use this white gummed tape in the video:
https://www.greatart.co.uk/watercolou... (not an affiliate link)

a craft knife or Stanley knife
https://www.jacksonsart.com/studio/st...


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