Kirjahaku

Mastering the use of water paints with step-by-step techniques and projects, in over 200 photographs. Features: a step-by-step course in a popular painting medium; advice for the beginner on getting started with water paints, and inspiration for more experienced artists to expand their style. You can learn about the materials, equipment and progressive painting techniques. It includes: easy-to-follow guidance on how to treat classical subjects, from landscapes to portraits; 10 practical projects help you to refine your skills; and over 200 inspiring pictures include helpful stage-by-stage photography. You can develop your abilities and gain the confidence to create fabulous pieces of work. Perhaps the most popular medium among amateur painters, water paints are also used by many contemporary professional artists. This concise guide provides accessible information on all the materials, techniques and methods that you will need. There are inspirational projects to follow, plus expert advice on all the latest approaches. The book explores the types of paper and brushes to use and explains methods such as brushwork, texturing, line and wash, and masking. There is essential advice on the basics of preparation, as well as step-by-step projects. Throughout, works by contemporary artists illustrate the skills in action, while 'focus' features look at subjects such as still life, portraits and landscapes. Packed with wonderful pictures, this is an invaluable reference in an easy-to-use format.

This magnificently illustrated box set explores the four most popular art mediums and techniques. How to Paint with Watercolours discusses brushwork, texturing, line and wash, and masking; How to Paint with Oils & Acrylics deals with mixing paints, knife painting, underpainting and glazing; How to Learn the Art of Drawing explains how to work in monochrome, how to draw with pencils, and the mechanics of drawing; and How to Draw with Pastels shows how to mix pastels, use charcoal, lay a textured ground, and how to create sgraffito effects. Together, the four volumes provide an invaluable practical reference for any amateur artist keen to improve their skills.

This comprehensive book offers a guide to all the materials, techniques and approaches an artist needs to start painting and drawing with confidence. As well as step-by-step instruction for beginners, it offers expert tips, advice and ideas to offer inspiration to more advanced practitioners. Throughout, lively and original works by contemporary artists illustrate the skills in action. Special 'focus' features are included on painting and drawing popular subjects such as portraits and figures, landscapes, buildings and flowers. With tried-and tested techniques and expert guidance, this book provides an invaluable practical reference for every amateur artist looking to hone their skills in oils, pastels, acrylics, watercolours, charcoals, pen and ink or coloured pencils.

A new, up-to-date edition of the popular and comprehensive encyclopedia by professional artist Hazel Harrison. Ideal for artists of all skill levels, this exhaustive reference covers a multitude of areas concerning watercolour. The book is divided into three sections: the first covers the essential materials and tools you need to get you started on your watercolour journey, and how to set up your indoor and outdoor working spaces. The second provides step-by-step demonstrations that guide artists through a variety of techniques, from basic washes through to creating special effects using salt and wax resist. The third and final part tackles picture composition, from guiding readers on how to choose their palette and how to work with different lights, to understanding important concepts such as perspective and spatial depth. This resource provides a wealth of stimulating ideas to help artists – both amateurs and veterans – develop their own impressive watercolour painting style.

This title includes a step-by-step instructional guide together with a 250-page fine art sketchbook. This is a comprehensive artists' manual which includes examples of many different styles and treatments plus a blank book to put your skills into practice. It contains sections on drawing, watercolour, oil, acrylic and pastel cover everything you need to get started. Expert ideas and innovative approaches make the book perfect both for the beginner and more advanced artist. This work also includes up-to-date information on all the latest techniques, materials and equipment. It is packed with practical guidance on how to treat the classical subjects - portraits, figures, buildings, landscapes and flowers - in the most popular media. It features at-a-glance, step-by-step photographs that show clearly how to achieve successful results.