How to Make Watercolor Backgrounds with Brush Pens
You can easily create watercolor backgrounds for your lettering using simple supplies that you probably already have at home.
These vibrant backgrounds are fun to experiment with different techniques and color combinations, and you never know how they will turn out.
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Follow the written steps below or watch our brush pen watercolor video tutorial:
Watercolor Background Tools:
Thick paper (cardstock or watercolor paper)
Small plastic bag
Water-based markers (Tombow, Artist's Loft, Crayola, etc.)
Spray bottle
Optional Supplies:
Clip board
Painter's tape
Plastic wrap
Paper towel
Steps:
Secure paper to clipboard using painter's tape
Select 3-4 marker colors
On the plastic bag, scribble the markers to add color
Add water to the surface using spray bottle
Flip plastic over and press design onto paper
Manipulate colors using your fingers (not too much!)
Optional: use plastic wrap to add texture
Optional: dry design with heat tool
Optional: add a second layer of color
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