Watercolor Made Simple: Techniques, Projects, and Encouragement to Get Started Painting and Creating – with traceable designs and QR codes to online tutorials

Watercolor Made Simple is a guide to learning watercolor painting with joy and confidence, featuring simple techniques, popular subjects, and papercrafting projects. Nicki Traikos, a popular watercolor teacher, provides encouraging instruction, easy tutorials, and beautifully illustrated step-by-step projects to help beginners avoid the struggles and frustrations of learning watercolor. The book covers paints, brushes, papers, color theory, mixing, sketchbooks, popular subjects, papercrafting projects, storing and displaying art, and what to do with paintings you don't love.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2023
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Watercolor painting is a delightful and fulfilling art form that allows you to express your creativity and connect with your inner self. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, there is always room to grow and improve your skills. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the basics of watercolor painting, including the different types of paints, brushes, and papers you can use, as well as fundamental watercolor washes and brushstrokes. We will also delve into simple color theory and color mixing, so you can create beautiful and vibrant paintings.

One of the most exciting aspects of watercolor painting is the endless possibilities it offers. You can paint a wide range of subjects, from flowers and landscapes to animals and still lifes. In this guide, we will showcase more than 15 popular subjects, each with step-by-step instructions and beautiful illustrations. From painting delicate flowers to capturing the essence of a bustling cityscape, we will guide you through the process of creating stunning watercolor paintings.

In addition to painting techniques, we will also provide you with helpful tips and tricks for storing and displaying your art. We will discuss how to care for your paintings and how to choose the right frames and mats to showcase your work. And if you ever find yourself with a painting you don't love, we will offer advice on what to do with it, so you can move on and create something even better.

One of the best things about watercolor painting is the sense of relaxation and joy it brings. Painting with watercolors allows you to slow down and enjoy the process, and it can be a great way to unwind after a long day. In this guide, we will provide gentle encouragement and techniques that have honed through teaching tens of thousands of watercolor students. With our help, you will soon be painting your favorite subjects with ease and enjoyment.

So, whether you are a beginner looking to explore the world of watercolor painting or an experienced artist looking to expand your skills, this guide is for you. With its comprehensive coverage of painting techniques, popular subjects, and helpful tips, Watercolor Made Simple will help you connect more personally with your watercolor practice and build your painting skills in a relaxing and welcoming way. So, grab your paints, brushes, and papers, and let's get started on your watercolor journey today!

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 216 x 279 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780760383193