In this painting, the artist decided to outline shapes with a dark pen after the paint was dry. This is a good technique for watercolors, which are sometimes light and almost look "faded" when they dry. A black outline can really make pale colors pop!
Treat yourself to a good how-to book like First Steps Painting Watercolors
. The step-by-step instructions are fun to follow, and will really help your art skills grow!
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