Uploaded April 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
How do you transfer a drawing to watercolor paper? In this video, I share 3 ways to make that happen.
Repeated erasing on watercolor paper can cause the surface of the paper to disintegrate in a way that makes it very difficult or impossible to work with. That is why it is better to finalize your sketch elsewhere... But then how do you transfer the drawing to another paper, your watercolor paper? I will show you three of my favorite ways to do so, ranging from low budget to needing a significant investment, and share the pros ➕ and cons ➖ of each method.
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Time stamps
00:00 Intro
00:18 Method #1: Graphite paper 📝
02:52 Method #2: Lightbox / light board 💡
(you could use a window, too!)
03:48 Method #3: Scanner, iPad (drawing tablet) & printer 🖨
07:39 Pros & Cons of each method
11:23 Why not sketch on watercolor paper?
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*iPad: amzn.to/3bp71ZA
*light board similar to mine: amzn.to/3HQU8Uv
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// Supplies I use for my art //
*My favourite watercolor paints: amzn.to/3HQagFt
*My favourite watercolor paper: amzn.to/3ncCRvi
Disclaimer: I purchased all these tools with my own money and am recommending them honestly. However, I do use affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. If you buy something through my links from Amazon or the other sites, I may get a small share of the sale. The qualified links are marked with an *.
This is the first video in the playlist of beginner watercolor tips. While I build that list for the future, you may enjoy these resources, tips & tricks for illustrators instead:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqT8X7g03bG0WO3UslgIo68274wbZFH4W
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Let me know in the comments what kind of watercolor tips would be most helpful to you! :)
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Website: harmonyhardin.com
I am an illustrator who shares her journey here on YouTube, IG and on my website. I have been on this path since March of 2019, and I learn more every day. I want to share that with you! I LOVE being creative, and learning. I believe in the growth mindset and that though natural talent can make a difference, so can persistence, practice, and enthusiasm.
How do you transfer a drawing to watercolor paper? In this video, I share 3 ways to make that happen.
Repeated erasing on watercolor paper can cause the surface of the paper to disintegrate in a way that makes it very difficult or impossible to work with. That is why it is better to finalize your sketch elsewhere... But then how do you transfer the drawing to another paper, your watercolor paper? I will show you three of my favorite ways to do so, ranging from low budget to needing a significant investment, and share the pros ➕ and cons ➖ of each method.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Time stamps
00:00 Intro
00:18 Method #1: Graphite paper 📝
02:52 Method #2: Lightbox / light board 💡
(you could use a window, too!)
03:48 Method #3: Scanner, iPad (drawing tablet) & printer 🖨
07:39 Pros & Cons of each method
11:23 Why not sketch on watercolor paper?
*Scanner: amzn.to/3OFqHXC
*iPad: amzn.to/3bp71ZA
*light board similar to mine: amzn.to/3HQU8Uv
// Gear & services I use for my YouTube videos //
*Camera: amzn.to/3yfE0sq
*Lens: amzn.to/3HTfZdJ
*Light: amzn.to/39X7nGm
*TubeBuddy: tubebuddy.com/harmonyhardin
*MorningFame: morningfa.me/invite/harmony
*EpidemicSound: epidemicsound.com/referral/xpa1l6
// Supplies I use for my art //
*My favourite watercolor paints: amzn.to/3HQagFt
*My favourite watercolor paper: amzn.to/3ncCRvi
Disclaimer: I purchased all these tools with my own money and am recommending them honestly. However, I do use affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. If you buy something through my links from Amazon or the other sites, I may get a small share of the sale. The qualified links are marked with an *.
This is the first video in the playlist of beginner watercolor tips. While I build that list for the future, you may enjoy these resources, tips & tricks for illustrators instead:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqT8X7g03bG0WO3UslgIo68274wbZFH4W
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Let me know in the comments what kind of watercolor tips would be most helpful to you! :)
If you enjoyed this video and have not subscribed yet, here's a handy direct link to do so: youtube.com/c/harmonyhardinillustration?sub_confirmation=1
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
COME SAY HI!
Instagram: instagram.com/harmony.hardin
Website: harmonyhardin.com
I am an illustrator who shares her journey here on YouTube, IG and on my website. I have been on this path since March of 2019, and I learn more every day. I want to share that with you! I LOVE being creative, and learning. I believe in the growth mindset and that though natural talent can make a difference, so can persistence, practice, and enthusiasm.
