Watercolor Creating Texture and Depth Watercolor is one of the most popular art forms practiced today. It is used by every age and level of expertise and is enjoyed by all.
Versatility is one strong reason for watercolor's continued growth in popularity.
Virtually any subject can be captured with this medium and in any style and application. Read on as we explore one of the many reasons why watercolor challenges and motivates artists. One very direct way to create specific shapes, control shadows and thereby create depth is by the use of stencils. Shapes are allowed to come forward by remaining clear and unobstructed while backgrounds recede into the scene with subsequent layers of color. Almost anything can be used as stencil material.