Watercolours or pastels Books
Talisman Publishing Bali Notebook
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£9.67
Princeton University Press American Art in the Princeton University Art
Book SynopsisThe Princeton University Art Museum's collection of American drawings and watercolors is impressive in both scope and quality, providing a comprehensive overview of the nation's artistic traditions. This lavishly illustrated book highlights seventy-seven master drawings and watercolors chosen from the museum's extensive collection. The selections, which range from the eighteenth century to the present, are by such eminent American artists as Benjamin West, Winslow Homer, Thomas Eakins, Mary Cassatt, Andrew Wyeth, Georgia O'Keeffe, Lee Bontecou, and Tom Wesselmann. A group of outstanding works by Hudson River School and Ash Can artists also distinguishes the collection. Each of the selected drawings and watercolors is reproduced in full color and is accompanied by an in-depth catalogue entry. The book also features an introduction by John Wilmerding describing Princeton's history of collecting American art, as well as an essay by Kathleen A. Foster on the historiography of American dra
£46.75
Yale University Press Whistler in Watercolor
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Including endnotes and a select bibliography, this beautifully illustrated catalogue provides a rare, comprehensive examination of these seldom seen works."—D. E. Gliem, Eckerd College
£28.50
Watson-Guptill Publications Watercolor Course Youve Always Wanted The
Book SynopsisThis straightforward handbook offers a fresh approach to watercolour mastery that bridges the gap between theory and practice. Through thoughtful discussion, expert instruction, and in-depth step-by-step demonstrations, Leslie Frontz shows readers how to eliminate common barriers to achieve beautiful, captivating watercolour paintings.
£17.59
Watson-Guptill Publications Watermedia Painting with Stephen Quiller
Book SynopsisTakes you on a journey of art discovery and exploration. This title looks at watercolours, with illustrations of it's visual characteristics and their effects with different paper surfaces. It focuses on acrylics, gouache, and casein. It presents the author's secrets for the difficult aspect of painting - developing a personal style and vision.
£17.24
Terra Foundation for the Arts,U.S. Winslow Homer Poet of the Sea
Book SynopsisWaves battering the weathered rocks on a shore, young boys sailing carefree on open waters: Winslow Homer's raw, evocative seascapes are among the most distinctive in American art. This book offers a different exploration of Homer and his career-long preoccupation with the relationship between humans and the waters that define their world.
£32.30
F&W Publications Inc Fast and Fun Watercolor
Book SynopsisTake a journey through Gina Lee Kim's watercolor palette--with each chapter representing one of the standard colors found in the color wheel. Learn how to merge watercolor and mixed media together without the stress of having to draw out a composition before getting startedTrade Review"The art projects are simple so anyone from any skill levels can follow along easily... This book is about having fun, enjoying the art creation process, and making something for yourself." --Parka Blogs
£17.59
Bookvault Publishing Sketching Stories by Ian Fennelly
£34.21
Bookvault Publishing Finding Your Inspiration
£59.99
Bookvault Publishing Sketching Stories
£59.99
Editorial Gg Acuarela: Inspiración Y Técnicas de Artistas
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£16.29
Editorial Gg 30 Días de Acuarela: Un Curso de Acuarela En 30
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£23.41
Editorial Gg Acuarela Creativa Y Técnica Mixta: Guía Paso a
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£19.02
Cambridge University Press Cambria Depicta
Book SynopsisFirst published in 1816, this lively and informative narrative of a walking tour of North Wales was written and illustrated by Edward Pugh (17631813). It was unique in the Romantic period as the work of a native Welsh speaker with an intimate knowledge of the people and culture of the region.Table of ContentsPreface; 1. Chester; 2. Paris mines; 3. Bangor ferry; 4. Pwllheli; 5. Cader Idris; 6. Montgomery; 7. Bala; 8. Rhuabon; 9. Holywell; 10. Pool Park; 11. Llanferres mines.
£46.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Draw Animals for the Artistically Anxious
Book SynopsisMaster the art of drawing a variety of animals with this fun, playful interactive guide, featuring more than forty cute and clever color illustrations and step-by-step guidance to help you complete each work of art.Charming, witty, and inspiring, How to Draw Animals for the Artistically Anxious breaks down the drawing process to help budding artists of all ages improve their skills and boost their confidence. Each entry features the body of an animal painted in watercolor, accompanied by a corresponding page of suggested facial and body features, hairdos, and adornments you can use to finish the work. The regal peacock, for example, includes legs, a crest, fabulous feathers, and a list of moody eyes and beaks to choose from, including snooty, vexed, troublemaker, and buzzing. Capture a group of adorable meerkats just chillin’, or in DANGER! mode—standing upright—and individualize their expressions, from daydreamer and cheeky to anger issues and bore
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Draw Characters for the Artistically
Book SynopsisBudding artists can hone their skills and learn to draw character portraits with this fun and original interactive guide, featuring more than forty full-color illustrations and prompts to help complete them.For anyone who loves to create art but may feel a little unsure of their skills, this charming and inspiring handbook helps you master the ability to draw all kinds of people and faces. How to Draw Characters for the Artistically Challenged includes forty different looks to sketch. Each entry features a painted watercolor outline of a face or body, and a corresponding page of suggested facial and body features, hairdos, and adornments you can use to finish creating the work.The Elvis Impersonator, for example, includes a lip curl and three different hairstyles to choose from: day-off Elvis, stage Elvis, and dressing room Elvis, which features his signature coif topped with foam curlers. The Wrestler features athletes of three different body types: heavyweig
£13.49
The University Press of Kentucky The Watercolors of Harlan Hubbard
Book SynopsisHarlan Hubbard (1900-1988), Kentucky writer, environmentalist and artist, spent many years trying to rediscover and revive the vanishing language of landscape in his watercolor paintings. Known for their sense of drifting movement and their depiction of the simple way of life for which Hubbard was known, they inexplicably remain his least-studied artworks, despite being some of the best evidence of Hubbard''s place in the history of landscape painting.The Watercolors of Harlan Hubbard not only argues Hubbard''s place in the art historical canon, but also highlight and analyze the artist''s own voice. In this unique collection, more than 200 watercolors are interspersed with anecdotes to present a personal meditation on the influence that Hubbard''s work has had on the lives of those who knew him.Table of ContentsPreface Foreword Personal Wilderness Buildings Railroads & People Boats Landscapes River Landscapes River Towns Bayous Western Trips Great Lakes Payne Hollow
£34.20
F&W Publications Inc Painting Watercolor Botanicals
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£21.24
F&W Publications Inc Secrets of Watercolor From Basics to Special
Book SynopsisA must-have reference for every watercolorist! This complete guide to watercolor covers everything from basic art concepts and techniques to special effects and pointers for painting popular subjects. Secrets of Watercolor: From Basics to Special Effects is a handy reference that beginners and experienced artists simply can't be without.
£11.39
F&W Publications Inc Winged Fantasy
Book SynopsisCreate fantasy creatures in watercolor!Mythology, folklore and fantasy fiction are full of fantastical winged creatures like the fiery phoenix, a roaring dragon protecting his hoard, a fierce gryphon warrior and more. Winged Fantasy will teach you everything you need to know about drawing and painting these and many other creatures. From head to tail and toe to wing, you'll be painting winged creatures in no time! • More than 30 step-by-step demonstrations and beautiful full-color art help you illustrate a variety of fantasy creatures. • Simple instructions and clear diagrams teach the anatomy of these creatures. You won't wonder how to draw feathers or where to put wings anymore! • Easy-to-follow watercolor instruction will guide you through everything from choosing and using basic materials to creating beautiful watercolor paintings. Whether it's in a forest, an underwater
£18.04
Chronicle Books Well Read Women
Book SynopsisA treasure of a gift for the well-read woman, this collection brings together 50 stirring portraits, in watercolor and in word, of literature''s most well-read female characters. Anna Karenina, Clarissa Dalloway, Daisy Buchanan...each seems to live on the page through celebrated artist Samantha Hahn''s evocative portraits and hand-lettered quotations, with the pairing of art and text capturing all the spirit of the character as she was originally written. The book itself evokes vintage grace reimagined for contemporary taste, with a cloth spine silkscreened in a graphic pattern, debossed cover, and pages that turn with the tactile satisfaction of watercolor paper. In the hand and in the reading, here is a new classic for the book lover''s library.
£14.99
Union Square Gift Baby First Year Milestone Cards
£19.25
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Watercolor Painting Step by Step (AL37)
Book SynopsisExperienced artists and beginners alike will appreciate this concise, easy-to-follow guide with illustrated step-by-step demonstrations featuring four noted watercolor professionals. Watercolor Painting Step by Step guides the reader through 12 beautiful watercolor projects, covering a variety of subjects, including still lifes, landscapes, and animal portraiture. With this comprehensive guide, you will learn about fundamental techniques such as mixing color, developing dimension, creating special effects, and more. With the help of this stylish, technique-filled book, you'll be well on your way to creating your own watercolor masterpieces!
£10.87
Shanghai Press Vegetables and Fruits: The Beginner's Guide to
Book SynopsisAnyone interested in traditional Chinese painting will find these four volumes useful for self-study. Each of the four volumes teach amateur brush painters to execute the intricacies of Chinese brush painting. Beginning with the separate parts and then progressing to the composition, these volumes feature exquisite illustrations that will enable the learner to pick up the basics as if in a classroom setting.
£11.35
Shanghai Press Farm Animals and Pets: The Beginner's Guide to
Book SynopsisAnimals are an intrinsic part of the human experience. Artistically, as a major genre in Chinese painting, they also provide abundant inspirations. With clear instructions and illustrations in beautiful colors, The Beginner's Guide to Chinese Painting—Farm Animals and Pets introduces the techniques needed to paint cats, dogs, rabbits, roosters, ducks, pigs, goats, cattle and horses. This book is an easy-to-use guide for the newcomers who are interested in animal painting in Chinese tradition. With hundreds of illustrations in beautiful colors, and a wide selection of templates and styles, this is a must-have guide for those new to Chinese brush painting.
£11.35
Shanghai Press Watercolors in the Garden
£17.30
Rockridge Press 30-Minute Watercolor Painting for Beginners: Easy
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£15.19
Page Street Publishing Co. Galaxy Watercolor: Paint the Universe with 30
Book SynopsisPopular galaxy watercolor subjects like the moon, planets and sky are brought much closer to home with Sosha Davis's eye-catching cosmic paintings that highlight her signature dreamy, ethereal style. Perfect for both beginners looking to learn the basics of watercolor painting and more experienced artists in search of new subjects, these projects capture the universe in all its majestic glory. Through Sosha's easy-to-follow instructions, you can master stunning scenes featuring sparkling galaxies, nebulas and the starry night sky, and capture the stunning austerity of outer space with paintings of Jupiter, Saturn and other planets. One-of-a-kind projects like Floral Crescent Moon marry earth and sky using Sosha's unique style and masterful use of color, and paintings like Meet Me At the Milky Way are perfect to display at home or send to a friend. With all the tips and techniques you need to begin your watercolor journey, this collection of out-of-this-world paintings is your new go-to for meditative, inspirational and outright impressive watercolor art. This book has 30 projects.
£16.14
Page Street Publishing Co. The Beginner's Guide to Watercolor: Master
Book SynopsisGo from Watercolor Beginner to Painting Pro with this Incredible, Comprehensive Guide Taking up watercolor painting can feel overwhelming or intimidating, but with Jovy Merryl's expert advice, easy-to-follow tutorials and beginner- friendly projects, it doesn't have to be! Jovy walks you through all the foundational knowledge you need to succeed as a water colorist, from choosing the right materials to understanding color harmony and mastering basic brushstrokes. Easy-to-follow projects provide an effortless way to practice your skills and reinforce essential techniques. Hone your brushmarking with projects like Melody of Roses and Bouquet of Sunshine, and gain confidence in wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques with beautiful paintings like Atmospheric Landscape and Sunny Day. Once you've mastered the basics, you'll continue to polish your newfound skills while learning other techniques that refine and add depth to your paintings. Learn the value of white space with Backlit Forest, add texture and special effects with Sun Glitter and become a pro at layering and glazing with Dreamy Phuket. Packed to the brim with helpful tips and tricks, this collection of stunning projects is the only resource you'll need to unleash your creativity, find your artistic style and begin your watercolor painting journey.
£16.14
Page Street Publishing Co. Watercolor for Relaxation: 25 Meditative Projects
Book SynopsisPeaceful Projects Perfect for Artists of Any Level Paint your way to tranquility with projects featuring soothing tones, simple methods and stress-free, step-by-step instructions from water- color teacher Angelica Torres. Her emphasis on enjoying the whole process, rather than agonizing over perfection, makes it easy to embrace relaxation. Lose yourself in repetitive strokes and the inherent calm of color flowing across paper; before you know it, you've completed a frame-worthy masterpiece. Be transported to Serene Rainy Mountains or relax amidst Mellow Wildflowers. Paint adorable dragonflies, beautiful botanicals and magical moon phases. These projects provide the perfect opportunity to unwind. You'll find comprehensive sections on tools and techniques, ensuring you feel confident creating even if you've never held a brush before, plus tips for making meditative watercolor a daily practice. These tutorials will leave you with a clear mind and countless watercolor treasures, ideal for wall-hangings, greeting cards, gifting to loved ones and more.
£16.14
Page Street Publishing Co. Marvelous Metallic Watercolor: Beginner Painting
Book SynopsisSarah Style, the leading voice in metallic watercolour, brings you watercolour like you’ve never seen it before. Through 32 projects that are as gorgeous as they are accessible, you’ll explore the dazzling beauty of capturing vibrant hues with paint. With Sarah’s tips for preparing your metallic watercolour paints to get the best effects, plus tons of detailed step-by-step projects that span simple motifs and brush lettering, you’ll be amazed at the results from your very first masterpiece and beyond. What’s more, in addition to the fact that you can transfer each design onto tracing paper, the book includes six templates you can paint directly into the book or cut out to trace, for a fantastic interactive element. Projects include designs like Gleaming Gemstone and Beaming Butterfly - which bring out the vibrancy of this medium - as well as lettering projects like Glittering Rainbow Ombré and Luminous Leopard, which will have you writing shiny calligraphy like a pro. Prepare to be obsessed with metallic watercolors and watch as they brighten up and revolutionise your art forever.
£21.59
Mountaineers Books Wildflowers of the West
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£23.23
Thunder Bay Press Be Happy: Just Add Water
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£14.24
The Art Gallery of New South Wales Victorian Watercolours
Book SynopsisPeter Raissis is author of Prints and drawings: Europe 15001900 (2014, Art Gallery of New South Wales). He has curated numerous exhibitions including David to Cézanne: master drawings from the Prat collection', Paris (2010) and has been a contributor to many publications.
£44.00
Batsford Contemporary Figures in Watercolour
£13.65
Sternberg Press Flowering Under Stress
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£19.00
Brill U Fink Cy Twombly: Image, Text, Paratext
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£198.65
Schwabe Verlagsgruppe Von Der Fuge in Rot Bis Zur Zwitschermaschine:
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£45.60
Logos Verlag Berlin 'i Don't Know What Am I Myself, It Is So Very
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£98.80
