Weekly BobBlast Issue 419
Watercolor Techniques for a Mostly Acrylic Painter

Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!
I paint mostly with acrylics. But there are those times when I want to get my watercolors out and just have fun with the lightness and transparency of these paints. This BobBlast is not about how to paint with watercolors… even though you will see me doing a video demo with my Holbein watercolors!

What I really want to tell you is that you can get that look and feel of painting with watercolors AND use your acrylics!

I have heard that thinning down acrylic paints with water can make them "less predictable."

I use Holbein Artist Acrylic Paint (heavy body). This professional paint is loaded with pigment. Thinned with water, they don't break apart. That said, when I want that transparent, light feel to my work, I treat The Holbein acrylic paint as if they are watercolors, using watercolor techniques. The advantage is, when each layer dries, I can continue painting - layering without lifting the paint underneath. It stays because it is acrylic!

Treat your Acrylics like Watercolors
•Work wet into wet
•Add more water… if you are using quality acrylics like Holbein, the paint can take it!
•Use brushes designed to carry more water, like Mops
•No need to gesso the paper!

It doesn't matter what you paint with, as long as it has a voice. A good painting has a voice! Just paint!

Online Workshops - Paint with BOB!!!
•Making & Using Neutral Colors in your Paintings - July 15-16, 2022
•Paint the Effects of Light - August 6, 2022
Non-Objective Abstract Painting & Collage - October 1-2, 2022
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We are Open and Ready to Welcome You!
A Second November Mentor Workshop Date Added!
November 10-13, 2022
Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California
Studio Mentor • 5 Day Instructional • 4 Day Figure Painting Workshops
2022 Schedule on our Website!

Want to play with paint, paper and glue?
Take an Abstract Painting & Collage Workshop with Bob! 
sponsored by Cheap Joe's Art Stuff 
August 15-16 and 18, 2022 - ONLINE
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Online Abstract Figure Workshops
Sponsored by the Sedona Art Center
•July 22-24, 2022
•October 14-16, 2022
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Enjoying watching Bob's Demos?
Monthly Demos - All on ZOOM
Inviting you into Bob’s Studio so you can watch his process at work.
•July 19, 2022
"Gluing a Watercolor Paper Painting onto a Wood Panel"
•August 17, 2022
"Easy Way to Paint the Figure"
•September 13, 2022
"How to Use Burridge’s Goof-Proof Color Wheel"

Something New - ASK BOB!
Special Q&A Session plus a Demo
August 3 • 1:00-2:00pm PT
"Bob's Favorite Surfaces - Paper, Canvas, Board"
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Something New for You! • Burridge Critiques Your Art
Online honest critiques • Private one-on-one
Critiques • Coaching • Comments • Suggestions
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Burridge Available ArtWork - For sale on our website!
Bob's been busy! Lots of new work! And the SOPs are back!
Thanks again for watching and telling your friends! All my BobBlasts are archived on my website and my YouTube Channel. We post new studio tips weekly that offer real content, substance and useful techniques that work for me. And they're free! We appreciate your interest, questions, comments and support!

Below is a list of featured workshops - but did you know that I also offer private sessions in my studio and online? Perfect for beginners who want a crash course in watercolor or acrylic or for artists who are designing an exhibit and want to bounce ideas for content and techniques. I devote 100% of my studio time to you! Designed for 1 to 3 people - if you are interested or have questions, email kate@robertburridge.com

Our most current Workshop Schedule!
Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California!
Mentor, 5-day Instructional, Figure Painting and One-on-One Workshops
Click here for more info.
Contact Kate@robertburridge.com for questions.

•July 15-16, 2022
Zoomin' with Bob! - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Color Lesson: Making and Using Neutrals in your Paintings
Click here for more info

•July 19, 2022
Demos in BobLand
Monthly Demo - Online Zoom Demo!

•July 22-24, 2022
Abstract Figurative - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Sedona Arts Center
Contact (888) 954-4442 or (928) 282-3809

•July 28-31, 2022
Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop - 2 Spots Open!
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees
Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

•August 3, 2022
Something New - ASK BOB!
Bob's Favorite Surfaces - Paper, Canvas, Board
Special Q&A Session plus a Demo
click here for more info

•August 6, 2022
Zoomin' with Bob! - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Paint the Effects of Light
Click here for more info

August 11-14, 2022
Robert Burridge Studio Figure Painting Workshop/undraped model
4-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio 
Limited to 6 enrollees
Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info

•August 15, 16 & 18, 2022
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff
Contact Edwina May, Workshop Coordinator (800) 227-2788
Click HERE for more info

•August 22-24, 2022
Larger & Looser Abstract Painting - IN PERSON WORKSHOP
Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino CA
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
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•August 26-28, 2022
Small Scale Abstract Painting - IN PERSON WORKSHOP
Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino CA
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
Click HERE for more info

September 7-11, 2022
Robert Burridge 5-Day Instructional Studio Workshop
5-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio 
Limited to 10 enrollees 
Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info

•September 13, 2022
Demos in BobLand
Monthly Demos - Online Zoom Demo!

•October 1-2, 2022
Non-Objective Abstract Painting & Collage - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio
Click here for more info

•October 14-16, 2022
Abstract Figurative - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Sedona Arts Center
Contact (888) 954-4442 or (928) 282-3809

•October 20-23, 2022
Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop - 1 Spot Open!
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees
Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

•November 10-13, 2022
Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop - New Date Added!
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees
Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

For more 2022 Workshop Dates click here!
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Watercolor Techniques for a Mostly Acrylic Painter
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BobBlast #419 - Video run time 9 minutes, 20 seconds

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