Try This Unexpected Watercolor Pencil Technique (Beginners Love It!)

Ever tried grating watercolor pencils to start your abstract layers? In this video, I’ll show you how I use Arrtx watercolor pencils in a totally unexpected way for mixed media landscapes turning dry pigment into dreamy, layered backgrounds with just a paper towel and water.

This watercolor pencil hack is perfect for mixed media artists, beginners, or anyone exploring loose, intuitive painting techniques.

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🎨 Tools:
Arrtx watercolor pencils: https://amzn.to/3Z5xaCp
Derwent Inktense Pencils: https://amzn.to/3M30u9w
Derwent Graphiting Pencils: https://amzn.to/4t4siLq
Paul Rubens Haiya Oil Pastels: https://amzn.to/469VPtl
Spray bottle
Paper towel

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro: Why This Mixed Media Hack Changes Everything
00:12 - Watercolor Pencil Hack: Grate, Blend & Activate
08:02 - Building Depth with Graphitint Pencils
13:30 - Adding Loose Watercolor Layers Over the Base
15:50 - Adding Lines with Inktense Pencils
19:32 - Adding Texture with Oil Pastels
29:23 - Final Thoughts & Tips for Mixed Media Success


💬 Let me know in the comments if you’ve ever used pencils like this!


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