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Last month I discussed the use of masking fluid to preserve tiny white highlights in a watercolor painting. Remember, a transparent watercolorist prefers to leave the white areas unpainted rather than using white paint (which is opaque).    I thought it was time to make a video. I've been working on large pieces and a commission, so I decided to paint a small piece for my own sanity.   I chose this female House Finch, then decided to use my negative painting technique to depict the budding branches.   And then I decided to record my process and share it with you! Sit back and watch me paint [...]