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Watercolour Flowers for the Absolute Beginner

by Fiona Peart
Search Pr. (Absolute Beginner Art). May 2023. 144p. ISBN 9781800920149. pap. $19.95. CRAFTS
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Artist Peart’s book describes the essential materials a beginner needs for creating watercolors of flowers The book guides readers step-by-step through basic techniques, such as properly holding a brush, preparing and adjusting the paint, creating a test palette, and allowing colors to meet and merge. There are many tips and easy-to-follow instructions that teach readers how to paint a variety of modern, colorful flowers in numerous tones, highlights, shadows, and contours. Twenty-one outlines are included, so no previous drawing experience is needed. As readers gain experience and skill in watercolors, they can refer to this resource for lessons about adding depth, light, texture, and more to their works of art.
VERDICT This is a practical guide for beginning watercolor painters who want to learn, improve, and apply their techniques. A solid addition to arts and crafts collections.
Reviewed by Jackie Hay , Apr 01, 2023
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