Get Into the Creative Flow! With its mesmerizing and spontaneous qualities, watercolor is capturing the attention of artists around the globe. It not only produces stunning art, but also has the power to stimulate the senses through the creative process. Hello, Watercolor! is a welcoming introduction to this versatile art form. Author Jeannie Dickson will be your guide as you explore the techniques that will enable you to unleash your creativity. You Will Learn: How to choose the right paints and other supplies The basics of color theory Water control and brushwork How to create washes and other fun techniques Several ways to create exciting visual texture Tips from an Instagram star for sharing your work online Get Started with the Basics Supplies, Supplies, Supplies! Beginning watercolor artists can find the options for papers, brushes, paints, and other materials overwhelming. Learn how to choose the supplies that will work best for you. Getting to Know Hue For many artists, the luminous colors you can achieve with watercolor are the main appeal of this medium. Having a grasp of simple color theory will open up so many possibilities for mixing custom colors and combining colors harmoniously. FUN-damentals of Watercolor Painting Taking the time to really get acquainted with this fascinating medium through the study of some basic techniques will allow you to incorporate them effortlessly into your paintings. Try Out Your New Skills with Step-by-Step Projects Paint Gorgeous Florals and Foliage Beautiful blooms beg to be painted in watercolors. Learn how you can achieve organic-looking flowers that are less complex than they look. Create Whimsical Illustrations These fun projects will make you smile while teaching you plenty of useful techniques. Combine Lettering and Watercolor Create artwork that features brush lettering, monograms, and other lettering techniques. Explore Fascinating Special Effects Granulating paints, spattering, salt textures, stained-glass look . . . All of these effects and more will take your paintings to the next level. A Primer on Brush Lettering Lettering combines beautifully with watercolor. A special chapter looks at different types of lettering, and then shows you how to get started with brush lettering.
✔ Author(s): Jeannie Dickson
✔ Title: Hello, Watercolor!: Creative Techniques and Inspiring Projects for the Beginning Artist - An Art Instruction & Watercolor Book
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (779 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1684620023
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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