- 1). Choose a photo to hand tint. The best photos are usually ones that contain a great deal of pure white and black spaces. Choosing an image with many tiny elements can make the tinting process more difficult.
- 2). Choose a color order. Hand tinting works best when you start with small areas, then move on to larger areas. This progression will allow you to fix any small mistakes you may make.
- 3). Begin tinting your photos. Think about the process as you would approach a coloring book. The watercolor pens will come in a variety of tip sizes -- from large to fine. Be sure to use the best tip size for the area you are tinting. Depending on the size of the tip, it may take several layers of color to reach the desired shade.
- 4). Evaluate your work when you are finished tinting. Assess the tinting process and correct any mistakes you may have made. This is also the time to add more color to areas that may be too light.
- 5). Allow the work to dry for approximately 24 hours before framing or moving the photo -- you don't want the photo colors to run or smudge. Keep the photo away from dust while it dries.
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