ISBN: 9781844031498

Watercolour painting is the quintessential British art form and at 200 years old the Royal Watercolour Society is the oldest watercolour society in the world. In this informative guide, d… Mehr…

Watercolour painting is the quintessential British art form and at 200 years old the Royal Watercolour Society is the oldest watercolour society in the world. In this informative guide, distinguished members of this renowned society offer their insights into the approaches and working methods needed to create successful watercolours. Using examples of their own paintings, these experienced artists explain and analyse their techniques for the benefit of both amateurs making their first watercolour attempts and professionals looking for new ideas. Whether you want to try new methods and techniques, or just take a behind-the-scenes look at some of the world's best watercolourists, allow yourself to be guided by the collective experience of The Watercolour Expert. ; Art, Architecture & Photography, Cassell Illustrated<

ISBN: 9781844031498

The painters of the Royal Watercolour Society-among the finest in the world-present an inspirational showcase of their most innovative ideas. Using a highlighted sample, each artist detai… Mehr…

The painters of the Royal Watercolour Society-among the finest in the world-present an inspirational showcase of their most innovative ideas. Using a highlighted sample, each artist details a technique that he or she finds particularly effective, and covers the entire process from concept to initial composition. Their enlightening discussions cover such subjects as training the eye, creating special effects, and working with unusual mixtures of paint. By revealing the thinking behind their compositional choices and offering expert tips on materials and techniques, these distinguished painters provide a unique introduction to their art and an intimate look at the creative process. In addition, a brief history of watercolor focuses on such illustrious past Society members as Cotman, Palmer, and Sargent. Media > Not Applicable<