Art Glossary: Watercolor

Watercolor is a type of paint made from pigments mixed with a water-soluble binder, such as gum arabic. Watercolor paints can be bought in tubes or pans (small blocks).

See Also:

• What You Need to Know About Watercolor Paper
• How To Choose a Watercolor Paper
• How To Stretch Watercolor Paper
• How To Choose Between Pan and Tube Watercolors
• Before You Buy Watercolors
• Watercolor Painting FAQ
• Step-by-Step Demo: Painting Glazes with Watercolor