Author: Oscar AsensioPublisher:
ISBN: 9788416504893
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
This book gives both beginners and experienced watercolour painters a daily tip, trick or technique to improve his/her skills.
Watercolor 365
Author: Leslie RedheadPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440344078
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
A year's worth of tips, techniques, advice and more! Make watercolor a part of your daily life, turning every day into inspiration for your art. Designed to fit your life, Watercolor 365--the first watercolor book of its kind--provides a complete education in the medium, one bite-sized bit of information at a time. Open it daily to find a new tip, idea, technique or challenge...all aimed at getting you into the habit and mindset of an artist. Inside you'll find: • 52 mini step-by-step demonstrations (like painting skin tones and adding texture) • 52 Q&A's (based on questions received on social media, in workshops, and from blogs) • 52 troubleshooting tips (such as how to remove masking fluid that has had too long to dry and how to lift paint) • 52 bits of creative advice (suck as why you should consider taking a painting holiday and keeping photographic records of your process) • 52 general tips (such as basic composition and transferring images for painting) • 52 definitions (clear, concise definitions of terminology, such as value and atmospheric perspective) • 52 exercises to improve your artistic skills (simple lessons for techniques like glazing and mixing grays)
Tate: Master Watercolour
Author: David ChandlerPublisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1781577765
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
Artists & Illustrators magazine's Book of the Month Taking inspiration from iconic paintings in the Tate collection, discover the techniques of the masters and improve your own painting skills with 30 guided projects. As you work through the exercises, you'll learn how to work 'wet into wet' with Maggi Hambling, master colour temperature with John Singer Sargent and create rhythm and unity in your paintings with John Nash. Whether you are looking to reinvigorate your watercolour practice with new techniques, try your hand at a wide variety of painting styles, or discover a new, inspiring master of the art, this book offers something new for every watercolourist.
One Watercolor a Day
Author: Veronica LawlorPublisher: Quarry Books
ISBN: 1610589114
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Spark new ideas and increase your creativity with One Watercolor a Day. This enchanting art book contains six weeks’ worth of daily watercolor paintings and exercises to help you cultivate your imagination and develop your style. Each day will bring you a new painting by one of eight professional illustrators and includes a description of the work, helpful comments by the artist, and a companion exercise that encourages you to put brush to paper to create your own works of art. Uncover new techniques and solutions, and get valuable advice on how to approach and execute your own artwork. Professional tips throughout the book will broaden your knowledge on watercolor painting. One Watercolor a Day brings the world of watercolor painting to your paintbrush and is sure to become a motivational and inspirational book in your personal library.
Watercolor for Beginners
Author: Marietta GarciaPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Premium color interior - This paperback contained colored images for better reader's experience. If you want to enhance your watercolor skills and visual creativity to paint colorful arts with watercolors, then keep reading...... Have you ever tried watercolors or heard of them? Well, they are basically water-based paints (not like tempera paints, but similar) and they are not toxic at all. They come compactly (as if they were an eyeshadow) only so that with the help of a brush and water, you can start painting. If you love painting but are tired of the traditional means that are commonly used, then don't worry. In this guide, you will discover foundational techniques and patterns that will help you develop new watercolor skills and paint beautiful pieces with watercolor. In addition to being simple to use, watercolors also take care of the environment where you work, since they do not usually mess as much. Furthermore, they are completely different from normal paints, as they do not have the same finish. With watercolors, you can create minimalist and very sober drawings, where pastel colors are the leading beauty of the sketches, which is why they are highly valued within the circle of still life, landscape and portrait painters. This illustrated guide is perfect for improving, mastering and developing new watercoloring skills faster. From mastering different color mix to painting with awesome watercolor techniques, this book covers the basics of watercoloring and helps boosts the creativity to paint beautiful designs. In this book, you will discover: The very most essential materials you need to start watercoloring. Why understanding the different watercolor techniques can improve your designs. The 3 most important colors you should know to make your painting more attractive. Why mixing wrong color blends can lower the attractiveness of your painting. And much more...... This is an easy guide to master various watercolor techniques. Even if you have never painted with watercolors before, you will still be able to paint beautiful pieces. If you want to perfect your watercolor skills, then scroll up and click the Buy Now button to place your order. Enjoy and have a nice read!
En Plein Air: Watercolor
Author: Ron StockePublisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1633226166
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
For artists looking to grow beyond the studio, En Plein Air: Watercolor is the definitive resource for experiencing the rewards and invigoration of watercolor painting on location. En Plein Air: Watercolor introduces beginning artists and fine-art enthusiasts to the core concepts of painting on location. This guide will have you fully prepared for a day of painting outdoors. Inside, you'll find a comprehensive list of what to pack to maximize your time, learn how to choose a subject and interpret it for a composition, discover how to deal with the challenges of shadows and shifting natural light, and hone your watercolor techniques. The collection of step-by-step projects will help you gain new artistic skills as you create unique, dynamic artwork outside the studio. Perfect for artists looking to break outside the norm, En Plein Air: Watercolor is your complete guide to experiencing the unique rewards of painting on location with the invigorating medium of watercolor.
Essence of Watercolour
Author: Hazel SoanPublisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 1849944601
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A paperback reissue Hazel Soan's classic practical art book. Hazel Soan is a well-known and popular artist and an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher. In The Essence of Watercolour Hazel shows how wonderfully versatile and beguiling the medium of watercolour is and how to get the most out of it. Hazel stresses how important it is to understand the characteristics of the medium in order to exploit it to the full. She encourages the reader to explore the properties of watercolour and to be unafraid of strength of colour and brushstroke. Hazel shows through demonstration and projects that tone is king in watercolour and illustrates how to paint light with the use of shade. Armed with this understanding she demonstrates that watercolour is not such an unforgiving medium after all: accidents and mistakes can be disguised, overridden and corrected. The Essence of Watercolour is a culmination of many years of Hazel's teaching and demonstrating, in which she offers inspirational insights into the secrets of watercolour painting and encourages artists to take their art to the next level.
The Artistic Splash
Author: S O S a NPublisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover The Magical World of Watercolor Painting! Unlock your creative potential with "The Artistic Splash." Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of art or looking to elevate your skills, this comprehensive guide is your gateway to mastering the captivating art of watercolor painting. Immerse Yourself in a World of Color and Light: Dive into the foundations of watercolor painting with expert guidance and step-by-step tutorials. Learn essential techniques, from brushwork and blending to wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet applications. Unleash your creativity as you explore the art of layering and multilayered glazing for stunning depth and dimension. Capture the Essence of Your Subjects: Paint vibrant landscapes that transport you to serene vistas and distant horizons. Bring everyday objects to life with still life compositions that celebrate beauty in the ordinary. Learn the secrets of portrait painting, capturing emotions and expressions with every stroke. Ignite Your Imagination and Find Inspiration Everywhere: Immerse yourself in a world of inspiration, from nature's beauty to personal experiences. Explore ways to infuse your art with emotion, telling compelling stories through your creations. Let the vibrant hues of watercolors ignite your imagination and set your creativity afloat. Unlock a World of Creative Possibilities: Discover how to turn mistakes into masterpieces, embracing the unexpected with confidence. Gain insights into composition and focal points, creating captivating artworks that draw viewers in. Learn how to evaluate and improve your work, refining your skills with each stroke. "The Artistic Splash" isn't just a guide; it's a journey of self-expression, discovery, and growth. Whether you're a beginner artist or a seasoned creative, this book provides a comprehensive foundation and a wellspring of inspiration. Join us on this transformative artistic adventure and unleash your inner artist with the captivating beauty of watercolors. Embrace the joy of creation--order your copy of "The Artistic Splash" today and start painting your masterpiece!
Watercolor Is for Everyone
Author: Kateri EwingPublisher: Quarry Books
ISBN: 1631598597
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
Watercolor Is for Everyone guides you through 21 intuitive, process-based painting lessons that help you discover your own unique artist-within while creating works of beauty you will joyfully send out into the world to share. In this beautiful book, artist Kateri Ewing, author of Look Closer, Draw Better, guides you through a series of simple creative projects using a soulful, meditative, and reflective process. Whether you are picking up a paint brush for the first time or are an experienced artist, you will discover and deepen your creative potential through these exercises, because everyone can make art. Each project results in two art pieces, one to keep for yourself, and then another one, such as a postcard or mini painting, to share with someone else or send out into the world, to spread their color, creativity, and joy in new places. With Watercolor Is for Everyone, you can learn how to build a daily practice and how to set intentions and create, even if you just have just 10 minutes a day. The projects draw inspiration from poetry, music, literature, and the natural world, and invite experimentation with a variety of sources, from tarot and oracle cards to rocks and feathers. You will pursue your personal passions through accessible projects as you build your artistic skills, confidence, and creativity.
Watercolor Your Way
Author: Sarah CrayPublisher:
ISBN: 0760384665
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Presented in four chapters that each present a specific technique, palette, and set of projects, Watercolor Your Way meets artists at their current level so they can enjoy the process as they build skills.
