Tyvek: A light, tear-resistant and water-resistant paper by Dupont. When I ask others if they've heard of Tyvek, the general response is, "That's the stuff they use for wrapping houses and making Fed Ex envelopes." Not what you might expect as a vehicle for watercolor.
Following a watercolor demonstration using Tyvek, and being one to enjoy the exploration of new mediums, I just had to give this a try! The exploration was freeing, as the flow of water and color is less controlled on the water-resistant paper. The results are delightfully surprising, producing a range of soft to vibrant colors and lines. The paper allows for the repeated placing, pushing, lifting and adding of color, creating a depth more like work with oil or acrylic.
This is my first exploration with Tyvek, working a bit larger and more loosely, taking advantage of the vehicle.
Pears - 18" X 24" - Watercolor
