Oh My Gouache!: The beginner's guide to painting with opaque watercolour

Zoe Ingram is a popular artist and illustrator who teaches painting with gouache. This beginner's guide covers the basics of gouache painting, including why it's unique, how to use it, and step-by-step projects. It also includes information on color theory, mixing, sketching, washes, mark-making, line work, overlaying, working on dark backgrounds, and digitizing work. The book is beautifully illustrated and packed with color, making it a great resource for anyone interested in starting to paint with gouache.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 09 March 2021
Publisher: David & Charles

Welcome to the captivating realm of painting with gouache, where renowned artist and illustrator Zoe Ingram takes you on a journey of creative exploration. In this comprehensive beginner's guide, Zoe shares her invaluable insights and techniques to help you embark on your gouache painting adventure.

Why choose gouache? This vibrant paint medium offers opaque effects, making it more vibrant and graphic than traditional watercolors. With its ability to layer and paint on dark backgrounds, gouache opens up a world of creative possibilities. It is also one of the most user-friendly paint mediums, forgiving and enjoyable to work with, while being versatile enough to mimic watercolors and achieve the opacity of oil paint with less water.

Gouache paint allows you to create large, smooth, flat blocks of background color, as well as intricate lines and details. Its quick drying time is a significant bonus, enabling you to work efficiently and achieve your desired results in a timely manner.

Starting from the very basics, Zoe guides you through the essential tools and materials needed for gouache painting. She then delves into a diverse range of techniques, from color theory and mixing to sketching, washes, mark-making, line work, overlaying, working on dark backgrounds, achieving crisp edges, adding details, and exploring different approaches to collage. Additionally, she shares valuable tips on digitizing your work to create repeat patterns and custom prints.

Throughout the book, Zoe showcases her distinctive art style, painting a variety of subjects, including birds, bugs, flowers, foliage, abstract collages, hand lettering, and patterns. She shares her knowledge and expertise, explaining color theory, color mixing, and various painting techniques in a clear and concise manner.

In the projects section, you can follow along step-by-step as Zoe creates a stunning pheasant, a funky beetle pattern, a trendy houseplant, and a vibrant cate. Each project is accompanied by detailed instructions and illustrations, making it easy for you to replicate and expand upon Zoe's artwork. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this book will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration to unlock your creativity with gouache painting.

So, grab your brushes, dip them into the vibrant colors of gouache, and let your imagination soar as you embark on this artistic journey with Zoe Ingram. Experience the joy of painting with gouache and create stunning works of art that will captivate and inspire.

Weight: 522g
Dimension: 211 x 273 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781446308318