Watercolor A to Z

Readers will get A to Z support from a full-time watercolorist in a self-standing, studio-ready format that brings the instruction closer to the painting process like never before. Watercolor A to Z is packed with techniques from basic washes to building your own paper-stretcher. Contains 156 demonstrations in an alphabetical reference format packaged in a self-standing, wire-o easel binding that stands up on any flat surface. Covering a variety of subject matter including landscapes, people, wildlife, nature, and more, this is the absolute must-have watercolor book for artists at any level!

Watercolor—easy as A, B, C.This comprehensive, hands-on watercolor workshop features 26 core lessons, from "A" (animals) to "Z" (zeroing in on your artistic style). In between you'll find expert advice on painting an exciting range of popular subjects, including:barns and buildingscloudseagles and other birdsflowersglasshills and valleysice and snowlandscapesseascapesboatspeople and portraitsstill lifestreescityscapesand more!Each chapter consists of a series of step-by-step demonstrations, with special focus on key concepts (such as working from reference photos, masking, and using color and contrast) that will help you expand your watercolor repertoire.Individually, each lesson offers a stand-alone, "bite size" art session whenever you have an hour or two to devote to your painting. Together, they present a diverse "sampling" of subjects, ideas and techniques. Perfect for beginning artists just starting to explore as well as experienced artists looking to try something different, Watercolor A-Z is an engaging reference for achieving pleasing effects in watercolor, while keeping things fresh and fun.