Description
Book SynopsisLearn to draw beautiful flowers from the old masters with some help from Classic Sketchbook: Botanicals. Improve your skills by learning techniques on one page, and practicing on the next page.
Imagine learning to draw roses with Redoute, or tulips with Pieter Brugel. Imagine learning the secrets that made their flower paintings stand out in their eras and still stand out today. Classic Sketchbook: Botanicals is an art book that shows you how to create flowers that will stand the test of time by taking a close look at the details of great floral paintings, and then coaching you through the techniques.
Each spread in this unique book is made up of two hard working components: The left-hand page features a close-up illustration from a noted 19th century and earlier artist, and the right-hand page, made from quality, uncoated stock, is for drawing. There are also coaching tips, observations, and a demonstrative sketch on each page.
As you progress through the book, you'll get to try a variety of artists' styles, and see how to apply them to your own personal style. Don't wait to get started! By learning from the masters, you'll become a master yourself.
Trade Review"should appeal to the more experienced artist who wants to do their own thinking without being led by the hand at every stage" -- Henry Malt * Artbookreview.net *
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Tools, Materials, and Tips
Sketchbook Opener
Crocus
Pussy Willow
Spring Flowers
Narcissus
Primula
Lily of the Valley
Violets
Still Life with Flowers and Strawberries
Striped Tulip
Three Tulips
Still Life with Tulip, Melon, and Flowers
Three “Broken” Tulips
Hyacinth
Strawberry
Apple Blossom
Iris
Bearded Iris
Hydrangea
Summer Flower Studies
Poppy: Pavot
Poppy
Anemones
Belladonna Lily
Lily
Agapanthus
Rosa Gallica
Branch of Roses
Still Life with Roses
Pink Rose with Buds
Bengal Rose
Eglantera Rose
Old-Fashioned Roses
Yellow Rose
Dandelion
Peony and Double Poppy
Peony
Cape Blue Water Lily
Water Lily
Morning Glory
Peach
Chrysanthemums
Yellow Chrysanthemums
Autumn Leaves
Oak Leaves and Acorns
Apple
Stone Pinecone
Eastern Pinecone
European Holly
About the Artist
