Download or read book Composition Color and Popular Subjects for Watercolor written by Joe Garcia and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-11-01 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn great lessons about how you can incorporate great design elements into your composition, including five easy formulas that will ensure a strong image every single time. But don't let your great design be ruined by muddy colors! These lessons go beyond color wheel instruction to teach how to achieve tones from skin color to sky and foliage, all of which sets up the final section, where you'll learn great approaches to popular subjects ranging from animals and nature to man-made objects.

Download or read book Everyday Watercolor written by Jenna Rainey and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2017-10-10 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A contemporary paint-every-day watercolor guide that explores foundational strokes and patterns and then builds new skills upon the foundations over the course of 30 days to create finished pieces. This beautifully illustrated and inspiring guided watercolor-a-day book is perfect for beginning watercolor artists, artists who want to improve their watercolor skills, and visual creatives. From strokes to shapes, this book covers the basics and helps painters gain confidence in themselves along with inspiration to develop their own style over the course of 30 days. Featuring colorful contemporary art from Mon Voir design agency founder and Instagram trendsetter Jenna Rainey, this book's fresh perspective paints watercolor in a whole new light.

Download or read book Everyday Watercolor Flowers written by Jenna Rainey and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2019-06-11 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author of Everyday Watercolor and Instagram darling Jenna Rainey presents a beautiful step-by-step guide to painting botanicals from lilies to daffodils in a wide variety of styles. Artist Jenna Rainey shares easy-to-follow ways to paint a wide range of botanicals, all in her fresh, modern style that appeals to the next generation of watercolor artists and creatives, from beginners to hobbyists. With gorgeously illustrated instructions for both loose and realistic watercolor depictions of more than 25 flowers, leaves, and plants, organized by form and shape, Everyday Watercolor Flowers is every nature-lover's answer to capturing that beauty on paper.

Download or read book The Art of Creative Watercolor written by Danielle Donaldson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-10-17 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to your watercolor happy place! The world of Danielle Donaldson is as wondrous as a jar full of fireflies. Her whimsical illustrations are known for their offbeat color combinations, artful arrangements and endearing quirkiness. In this book, you'll learn how to partner with the wonderfully spontaneous medium of watercolor to create your own brand of magic. Start by creating a handmade journal, then follow exercises and start-to-finish projects to fill it with illustrations that are small in size but big on color. Along the way, Danielle shares her fresh takes on color theory, perspective, composition and more. Designed to get your brush moving, this book makes practice feel like play. It's a one-of-a-kind journey for any artist wishing to tap into the utter joy of watercolor painting and make it a cherished part of your daily life. Inside you'll find: • Imaginative techniques that help you override perfectionist tendencies while making the most of watercolor's unpredictable nature • An inventive approach (using scraps of paper, ribbon and other ephemera) for more creative color choices • A simple strategy that makes drawing new subjects less intimidating and more fun • Sweet ways to add hand lettering to your artwork • Inspirational exercises that make finding subjects to paint as easy as A-B-C "Don't underestimate the giddiness you feel when you mindlessly grab a color and mix it with another and create the most beautiful wash ever!" --p43

Download or read book Creative Watercolor written by José María Parramón and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shows examples of watercolors by great artists, tells how to develop one's creativity, and discusses sketches, washes, and color

Download or read book Watercolor Made Simple written by Nicki Traikos and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2023-11-07 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to paint in watercolor—with joy and confidence—as you explore simple techniques, popular subjects, and simple papercrafting projects. Watercolor is a wonderful medium to explore your creativity, unwind, and have fun. Whether you’re new to watercolor painting or looking to expand your skills, Watercolor Made Simple will guide you to connect more personally with your watercolor practice and build your painting skills in a relaxing, welcoming way. Nicki Traikos, founder of the popular online art school life i design, wants to help you avoid the struggles and frustrations she experienced when learning to paint with watercolors by providing encouraging instruction, easy tutorials, and beautifully illustrated step-by-step projects. Consider this your invitation to the world of watercolor as you: Get familiar with paints, brushes, and papers Learn fundamental watercolor washes and brushstrokes Explore simple color theory and color mixing Use a sketchbook to gather inspiration Paint more than 15 popular subjects, such as flowers, leaves, feathers, still lifes, and simple landscapes, step by step You’ll also find: Links to helpful video tutorials Charming papercrafting projects to feature your watercolor paintings Tips for storing and displaying your art—and even what to do with paintings you don’t love With gentle encouragement and techniques she has honed through teaching tens of thousands of watercolor students, Nicki will soon have you painting your favorite subjects with ease and enjoyment.

Download or read book Watercolor written by Caroline Linscott and published by Walter Foster. This book was released on 2011 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, Caroline Linscott offers the perfect introduction to the exciting world of watercolor! Inside Watercolor 1, you will find an array of beautiful paintings that will inspire you to explore the medium further. Caroline covers a range of popular subjects as she introduces a number of basic art concepts and painting techniques, all clearly explained and illustrated. You will master techniques for adding texture, creating special effects, and using color to convey emotion. Then you will be ready for Watercolor 2, where you will find step-by-step demonstrations to help you further your painting skills.

Download or read book Mastering the Watercolor Wash written by Joe Garcia and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2003-07 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In watercolor paintings it is the masterful use of washes that creates depth, spontaneity and atmosphere. In Mastering the Watercolor Wash, Joe Garcia provides clear, simple step-by-step instructions that teach the four basic washes: flat, gradated, wet-into-wet and streaked. Painters will find plenty of guidelines and 33 demonstrations that combine these techniques to create light and shadow effects, as well as a variety of textures for popular subjects including rocks, clouds and sand.They'll also learn how to develop unique textures and special effects using salt, a palette knife, masking fluid, sponges, dry brushes, spattering and lifting techniques.Joe Garcia's work has been published in Wildlife Art, Watercolor Magic, Art of the American West, Best of Wildlife 2 and Splash 3. It has also been featured in the prestigious Birds in Art annual exhibit. Joe teaches workshops in watercolor and nature painting. He lives in Julian, California.

Download or read book The Landscape Painter s Workbook written by Mitchell Albala and published by For Artists. This book was released on 2022-01-25 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Landscape Painter's Workbook takes a modern approach to the time-honored techniques and essential elements of landscape painting, from accomplished artist, veteran art instructor, and established author Mitchell Albala"--

Download or read book Watercolor Composition Made Easy written by David R. Becker and published by Northlight. This book was released on 1999 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Professional looking paintings depend on good composition. David Becker makes it easy: simple keys to composition, taught in a very visual, easy-to-grasp way, that the watercolourist can apply immediately for successful results.'

Download or read book Watercolor written by Duane Light and published by Walter Foster Publishing. This book was released on 1984-01-01 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the basics of drawing, composition, and value, as well as the specific techniques unique to painting in watercolor. Even if you've never touched a paintbrush, this book is the perfect way to get started out in the vibrant, colorful world of watercolor painting. This selection from the Artist's Library Series includes comprehensive instructions for painting a variety of subjects in watercolor. You will learn to master the basics of drawing, composition, and value, and then move on to specific techniques for painting in watercolor. The book is filled with information and encouragement; and, as you're learning from a professional artist, you can expect only the highest quality of information and instruction.

Download or read book 101 Watercolor Secrets written by Anna Bucciarelli and published by Rocky Nook, Inc.. This book was released on with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Improve your skills, explore new techniques, and immerse yourself in the joy of watercolor painting!

Watercolor painting is a popular and satisfying art form that offers vibrant, luminous results, encourages spontaneity, and rewards creativity. Though it may present challenges for beginners, these are valuable opportunities to enhance your skills and grow as an artist.

In 101 Watercolor Secrets, painter, illustrator, and teacher Anna Bucciarelli shares invaluable knowledge from years of experience. This book is packed with insights, techniques, and tips that will enhance your skills, no matter where you are on your watercolor journey. Each topic is accompanied by clear explanations, instructions, and visual examples of Anna’s beautiful work.

You’ll learn all about:

• Using Watercolor Tools: Gain a deeper understanding of papers, brushes, watercolor mediums, and other essential tools.

• Color Mixing: Master hues and color mixing for greenery, skin tones, and beyond.

• Building Your Palette: Curate a palette that reflects your unique style and artistic vision.

• Mastering Core Techniques: Learn wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, lifting, glazing, underpainting, and more.

• Overcoming Common Challenges: Learn how to avoid overpainting, control water flow, achieve crisp edges, and balance tonal values with confidence.

• Painting Popular Subjects: Discover the secrets to painting flowers, birds, fur, skin tones, and white subjects like snow.

• Crafting Beautiful Compositions: Explore rhythm, movement, color harmony, and other key principles to create intricate and visually stunning watercolor compositions.

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned artist, 101 Watercolor Secrets is an indispensable resource that offers practical guidance, artistic inspiration, and a wealth of knowledge to elevate your craft.

Download or read book The Complete Watercolor Artist written by Sally Harper and published by Book Sales. This book was released on 1997-08-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering advice on choosing materials and step-by-step instructions on traditional techniques, a guide to watercolor painting covers color theory, composition, and painting styles, and explores the main subject areas of painting, from landscapes to portraits.

Download or read book The Watercolor Bible A Painter s Complete Guide written by Joe Garcia and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2005-12-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " ... Your complete guide to everything watercolor-from basic art concepts and techniques to fun special effects and pointers for painting popular subjects."--Page 4 of cover.

Download or read book Expressive Painting written by Joseph Stoddard and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2018-04-03 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate beginner’s guide to conveying mood and emotion on canvas with vibrant watercolors: “Filled with page after page of very useful knowledge.” —Arts & Activities Expressive Painting follows the same clean, contemporary, easy-to-read, and easy-to-follow layout and design of the other books in Walter Foster Publishing’s popular Portfolio series. It covers essential painting topics, including color theory, color mixing, selecting color schemes, and working with tools and materials, as well as watercolor painting techniques, such as painting wet-into-wet and wet-on-dry. Helpful tips are called out throughout the book for easy comprehension and reference, while step-by-step projects build on the featured techniques, allowing artists to practice making their own dynamic, colorful watercolor paintings. With Expressive Painting, beginning and aspiring artists will learn all they need to know to start creating watercolor art that’s full of color and emotion. The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists. Also available from the series: Beginning Acrylic, Beginning Drawing, Beginning Watercolor, Beginning Pastel, Beginning Colored Pencil, Beginning Color Mixing, Beginning Pen & Ink, and Beginning Composition.

Download or read book Painting Vibrant Watercolors written by Soon Y. Warren and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-04-08 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paint Watercolors that Shine! Make the most of watercolor's fresh, vibrant nature through light, color and contrast. In the first few chapters, artist Soon Y. Warren helps you lay the groundwork - everything from choosing and lighting subjects to color theory and perspective. Then, follow along with a thrilling series of step-by-step demonstrations to put your ideas into action for paintings that shine! • Learn how color, value, contrast and composition affect the impact of your paintings • Discover the plans and techniques you'll need for successful, realistic watercolors • Follow 16 demonstrations to create brilliant paintings • Paint a variety of subjects, including still life, landscapes, water scenes, flowers, architecture and animals This book is the perfect balance of classic theory and hands-on technique. Engaging and easy-to-follow instruction gives you a solid foundation so you can take your work to the next level as you create dynamic paintings.

Download or read book Line Wash written by Wendy Jelbert and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Methods of merging soft luminous washes with sharp, crisp definite penwork are made easy with this book. Each stage of the painting process is illustrated in a highly practical way, using step-by-step photographs and a colourful selection of finished paintings.