IS IT NECESSARY TO STRETCH WATERCOLOR PAPER? tips and alternatives

Is it actually necessary to stretch watercolor paper? Let's discuss what it is actually meant by stretching the watercolour paper and why you might want to do this.

We'll also figure out if we can stretch watercolour paper before painting, after painting or if there are any easier ways! I'll show you how I stretch watercolor paper across a board and give you 2 reasons why I like to do this (neither of which are the usual reason for stretching watercolour paper!)

If you are looking for more information about watercolour supplies, including but not limited to watercolour paper, you might want to enrol in my free watercolour supplies class.
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00:00 What does it mean to ‘stretch’ watercolour paper?
01:10 Why do people recommend stretching watercolour paper?
01:45 Is it necessary to stretch watercolour paper?
03:24 Can you stretch watercolour paper without wetting it?
06:09 Best tape for stretching dry watercolour paper
06:42 Any other alternatives to stretching the watercolour paper?
08:00 Can you stretch watercolour paper after painting?

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO

My favourite watercolour paper is Bockingford 300gsm CP https://amzn.to/2YGpWU5

My watercolour paint set is a Schmincke one like this https://amzn.to/2XvBRqW

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Looking to start your own watercolour journey? How about a free class?
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Hope I managed to demystify stretching watercolour paper and show you that it is not always necessary to stretch watercolour paper!
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