Andromeda 

Arthur Rackham made this watercolor and ink illustration of Andromeda, choosing a very specific combination of these materials. He applies thin washes of translucent color, layered to create depth and shadow, rather than building up pigment, and the dark ink defines the figures and outlines the details. The way Rackham uses watercolor is particularly interesting because of its fluidity, blending and bleeding properties. It is difficult to control, and requires a certain level of skill to achieve precise results. In Andromeda, Rackham uses this unpredictability to his advantage, creating an atmosphere of mystery. The muted colors add to the sense of foreboding, and it's through his mastery of watercolor that Rackham can capture the drama of this mythological scene, where our heroine awaits her fate. Ultimately, by focusing on materials and processes, we can gain a deeper understanding of Rackham's artistic choices.