The Visual Order in Watercolor and Opaque Painting -213

Comparison of works by painters who painted in watercolor as well as oil shows that while some of the methods must differ the visual components remain. Paintings discussed include those of Frank Benson, Andres Zorn, John Sargent and Odgen Pleissner with a special appreciation of Zorn.

In Response to Steve R, Kati, and Jack

QUESTION: You admit to not knowing transparent watercolor and compare it to opaque oil techniques. Pontificating for your Boston school method at all costs shows the flaw in your understanding and intent.

Steve R
What do you think of Anders Zorn’s watercolours? Would appreciate your comments, as he is one of my favourite watercolorists.
Kati
Wonderful stuff, watercolors seem to be beneficial, and the skills rather transferable. Zorn took to oils easy as he was so damn good at watercolors and drawing.
Jack