Urban with a little Caamp

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Urban with a little Caamp

I love to paint buildings with perspective! I started this one a few weeks ago and found it on my desk with just the basic watercolor shapes. Sometimes if I let a painting sit, I never go back — but this one drew me in. Always embracing wobbly lines and imperfect painting!

Step 1

Step 1

Paint shapes

Simple shapes with colors you choose. This is your foundation.

Step 2

Step 2

Add ink to define shapes. Be messy!

Ink gives shapes foundation. Don’t stress, just draw.

Step 3

Step 3

Add shadows and dark colors for depth

Lots of darker than you think colors. This is where it all comes alive.

I love to paint buildings with perspective! Always embracing wobbly lines and imperfect painting. Add paint — lots of darker than you think colors. Finally, post your paintings! Sometimes it works!

— Lynnie, @lynniebroosart on TikTok
Painted to No Sleep — Caamp
#artreveal #urbansketching #beginner #beginnerwatercolor #newchapter

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