Learn to use the opaque water media, gouache, for beautiful botanical illustrations. Its forgiving nature makes it ideal for beginners and anyone who loves vivid color.

Materials Needed: Watercolor sketchbook or pad (Strathmore 400 watercolor, Stonehenge HP, etc.), HB pencil, pencil sharpener with catcher, ruler or dividers, Acryla gouache Primary Mixing set of 5 (magenta, cyan, yellow, black and white), 1 or 2 small water containers or jars, Cotman or Princeton Lauren or other good quality synthetic watercolor brushes in sizes 6, 4 &1, small water mister (this is important for acrylic gouache!), freezer paper, and small rectangular food container to store leftover paint (optional).

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