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Poster: IndigosMom

Watercolor Wednesday challenge WCW008 is to use the salted background technique. I have not had great results in the past with the technique so was a bit wary. I tried using *more* water, *more* ink and *more* salt than I was inclined to in prior efforts, and a much happier with the results. I made four panels, used two sizes of salt, and am limiting myself to share my top two favorites. Thanks for looking!

Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2020 GMT
Views: 617
Favorited: 3

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Keywords: WCW008

Ink: Altenew Watercolor Brush Marker

Accessories: MFT and Waffle Flower dies, Tim Holtz metallic cardstock

Techniques: Salted Background

Difficulty (1-Easy 5-Advanced): 2

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Holstein

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Registered: October 19, 2007
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Wed, Jul 22, 2020 @ 1:21 PM

This really is one striking bg. Thanks for the tip on using more to get these results. Will be trying them. Both your cards are terrific. Glad you joined in the challenge this week. TFS

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bubblestx4

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Registered: February 23, 2016
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Wed, Jul 22, 2020 @ 1:43 PM

Good job on both your cards - I actually think the more water part is pivotal to activate the salt correctly. Really eye catching cards.

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Benzi

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Wed, Jul 22, 2020 @ 2:11 PM

Fantastic work with this technique and a super pretty card. Glad you found what works best for you when using salt.

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knoxville8625

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Wed, Jul 22, 2020 @ 2:50 PM

This bg is very eye catching, which makes it the perfect "hello" card!

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Wed, Jul 22, 2020 @ 6:26 PM

Another fabulous background!

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pvilbaum

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Wed, Jul 22, 2020 @ 8:54 PM

Wow! You got fantastic results! Guess I know now to use lots more ink or watercolor!

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Thu, Jul 23, 2020 @ 3:47 AM

Love the result with the use of more of each!! love the vibrant colors

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Thu, Jul 23, 2020 @ 5:55 AM

Gorgeous!

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Thu, Jul 23, 2020 @ 3:12 PM

Oh wow, this is gorgeous. Well done.

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Thu, Jul 23, 2020 @ 10:54 PM

Wow, this is so vivid and stunning.

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Mon, Jul 27, 2020 @ 7:57 AM

STUNNING COLOR!!! ;)<3

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