Art202 Watercolor Basics

Question 1

What part of a plant usually has veins and is painted with a variety of green hues?

Accepted Answer

Leaf

Question 2

Why do watercolor artists use a water container while painting? (which 2 are correct)

Accepted Answer

Control Color Intensity, Clean Brush

Question 3

What’s one reason artists use round brushes in watercolor painting?

Accepted Answer

Fine Lines and Curves

Question 4

What technique creates crisp edges and controlled lines?

Accepted Answer

Wet-On-Dry

Question 5

Which watercolor technique helps remove color from a painted area?

Accepted Answer

Lifting

Question 6

What technique involves applying wet paint on a wet surface to create soft edges?

Accepted Answer

Wet-on-Wet

Question 7

What did you enjoy most about water coloring?

Accepted Answer

Techniques, Trees, Landscapes, Flowers & Leaves

Question 8

After taking this class I feel more confident in my abilities to paint: flowers, leaves, and trees.

Accepted Answer

NO, Yes

Question 9

What should you do first before starting a watercolor painting?

Accepted Answer

Sketch your idea lightly

Question 10

What is the best brush to use when painting fine lines or details with watercolor?

Accepted Answer

Round Brush

Question 11

Which of the following describes a characteristic of watercolor paint?

Accepted Answer

Transparent and Water-Based

Question 12

I enjoyed learning about watercolor techniques in this class.

Accepted Answer

NO, Yes, Yes, I want to Learn More

Question 13

Using a round brush helped me create better details in my artwork.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 14

When painting leaves, artists often use:

Accepted Answer

Organic Shapes and Green Tones

Question 15

What tool can be used to create texture in tree bark with watercolor?

Accepted Answer

Sponge or Dry Brush

Question 16

Which of the following colors can be mixed to make green?

Accepted Answer

Yellow & Blue

Question 17

What does the dry brush technique do?

Accepted Answer

Creates Texture with Rough Edges

Question 18

When layering watercolor paints, it’s important to:

Accepted Answer

Let each layer dry completely

Question 19

What is the best surface for watercolor painting?

Accepted Answer

Watercolor Paper

Question 20

What is the color of Ms. Dorr's Dog?

Accepted Answer

Back & White

Questions 20