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Painting in Watercolor : The Indispensable Guide by David Webb (2016, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherFirefly Books, The Limited
ISBN-101770857389
ISBN-139781770857384
eBay Product ID (ePID)228528862
Product Key Features
Book TitlePainting in Watercolor : the Indispensable Guide
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2016
TopicTechniques / Watercolor Painting
IllustratorYes
GenreArt
AuthorDavid Webb
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight41.7 Oz
Item Length10.2 in
Item Width8.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsThis is one of the better watercolour instructional books... The book is written as a guide and thus assumes you have no prior knowledge. It talks about the tools, supplies, basic painting techniques and moves on to more advanced examples. There are several short tutorials that focuses on specific techniques. Basic art theory is also discussed in relation to watercolour painting, such as choosing composition, understanding perspective, using colours and more. There are also tips for specific subjects, like how to paint water, snow, shells, architecture, fabric, flowers, portraits and many more. The instructions are clear and easy to understand. One of the highlights of this book are the beautiful watercolour paintings included as examples. Those paintings make this book a wonderful reference, a book that I see myself referring to again and again just to be inspired by the artists and the medium. Most highly recommended., Throughout the book, the text and captions are thoughtfully integrated with the visuals. Webb lists materials used in a given demo and gives helpful examples of each painting strategy. The artwork is well photographed and the 256-page hardbound, 9x12-inch book is attractively designed and printed. The emphasis is on a loose, colorful, and relaxed approach to the medium. Both the beginner and the experienced painter will find much inspiration and useful advice.
Dewey Decimal751.42/2
SynopsisWatercolor is an exquisite medium but an unforgiving one, and there is nothing that will dampen enthusiasm more quickly than the lack of a good result. The essential techniques and detailed explanations and demonstrations in this beautifully produced book will educate and encourage beginner to experienced artists so that they too can obtain results and have fun in the process. Readers will also discover the widest range of possible watercolor effects thanks to a team of 20 internationally recognized guest artists who reveal some of their painting secrets in a series of 'life lessons'. David Webb's instruction, 'Help ' panels that focus on what can go wrong, and advice on how to avoid typical mistakes will put new watercolor artists on the road to progress quickly. Some of the topics covered include: Different paper surfaces and weights with examples of watercolors Brush shapes and sizes Step-by-step photo guide of paper stretching process Basic brushwork (wet-on-dry, wet-in-wet, graded wash, etc.) Building up a painting in washes, layer by layer Hard and soft edges Mixing color on the paper Selective seeing, editing what you see Choosing a viewpoint; landscape, portrait and square Creating a path through the picture Perspective, color and tone Creating atmosphere and mood Presenting your work professionally Photographing your artwork Exhibiting. Throughout the book are the author's personal tips and fixes gained over decades of painting experience. Problems are tackled with proven solutions and there is advice on how to avoid those problems in the first place. This book is an essential reference for watercolor artists, novice, experienced and aspiring alike., Comprehensive guidance for anyone painting in watercolor, from beginners up. Watercolor is an exquisite medium but an unforgiving one, and there is nothing that will dampen enthusiasm more quickly than the lack of a good result. The essential techniques and detailed explanations and demonstrations in this beautifully produced book will educate and encourage beginner to experienced artists so that they too can obtain results and have fun in the process. Readers will also discover the widest range of possible watercolor effects thanks to a team of 20 internationally recognized guest artists who reveal some of their painting secrets in a series of 'life lessons'. David Webb's instruction, 'Help!' panels that focus on what can go wrong, and advice on how to avoid typical mistakes will put new watercolor artists on the road to progress quickly. Some of the topics covered include: Different paper surfaces and weights with examples of watercolors Brush shapes and sizes Step-by-step photo guide of paper stretching process Basic brushwork (wet-on-dry, wet-in-wet, graded wash, etc.) Building up a painting in washes, layer by layer Hard and soft edges Mixing color on the paper Selective seeing, editing what you see Choosing a viewpoint; landscape, portrait and square Creating a path through the picture Perspective, color and tone Creating atmosphere and mood Presenting your work professionally Photographing your artwork Exhibiting. Throughout the book are the author's personal tips and fixes gained over decades of painting experience. Problems are tackled with proven solutions and there is advice on how to avoid those problems in the first place. This book is an essential reference for watercolor artists, novice, experienced and aspiring alike.
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- Dec 05, 2022
Bring a little color
Excellent bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 10, 2020
Great book
Great book to have in your library of watercolor paintingVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
