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A spot of gin goes a long way!

February 2, 2015 by Lin Kerr 6 Comments

I have a small commission to write a benediction - and I need to use watercolours. The benediction begins: "Beneath the tall green trees..." so I felt that I would keep it understated and atmospheric with some green lettering beneath some blown ink marks on a soft green background. I have recently learnt that if you place a droplet of gin preferably diluted, it dissipates the particles of pigment. Of course, it's high in alcohol so it will work; and probably not damage  the paper. Up till now I … [Read more...]

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