Fixing an error in Watercolor

One of the things hear most often when visitors enter my studio is how hard it is to make changes with watercolor. It's true, there are limitations. However,  I think watercolor can be more forgiving than most people give credit.

After I drew in the proportions, I put down a light watercolor wash. I noticed then, that the left eye was too high. (I tend to notice proportions when value is used - in this case, watercolor).

After the area was completely dry, I used a brush for acrylic paints, and scrubbed out the left eye completely. I use a reverse motion, opposite then laying down the paint. How much your scrubbing will accomplish depends on the type of paper you are using, and if your paint it staining or not.

Again, after this area dried completely, I was able to render the eye in the correct location, and once subsequent washes were layered in, there was no trace of the original.

 I will post the completed portrait soon. Be sure to check back!