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Claudia Nice
R170.00
Using inks and liquid watercolor paints specially made for pens, Claudia Nice shows artists of all skill levels how to achieve the warm moods, rough textures and mellow hues of aging barns, farmhouses, mansions and more. Featuring dozens of step-by-step demonstrations along with her written instruction, Nice reveals simple methods for rendering a range of charming subjects. Claudia is a multi-media artist, but prefers pen, ink and watercolor when working in the field. She has been an art consultant and instructor, has authored 15 art instruction books and travels across North America conducting workshops, seminars and demonstrations at schools, clubs, shops and trade shows. She has recently opened her own teaching studio near Mt. Hook, Oregon.
Paul Taggart
R105.00
From a simple still-life study to on-the-spot sketches, start-to-finish demonstrations covering a wide-ranging base of subjects provide the inspiration to get started in painting or to further develop existing skills. Enthusiastic text, coupled with a no-nonsense approach presented in unique and detailed "Artstrips," guide artists through the various techniques and media. This is just what everyone needs to progress and build confidence in drawing and painting.
Shirley Trevena
R241.00
Jackie Barrass, Richard Bolton, Ray Campbell Smith, William
$25.00
Linda Kemp
R208.00
This is the only title on the market that gives readers a comprehensive look at negative painting. Linda Kemp shows beginning and advanced artists how to harness the power of these often overlooked areas around a painting's focal point.
The book is brimming with easy-to-follow, interactive elements, including: *Step-by-step techniques, exercises and projects *Do-it-yourself tests and worksheets *Troubleshooting suggestions and secrets *Straightforward diagrams for color and design
Whether they want to paint florals, landscapes or patterns in nature, readers will come away with the skills they need to make their next work more striking than ever!
Richard Taylor
£11.21
Painting your home and garden is very popular among amateur painters, reflecting the continuing interest in these subjects on television and in the media. It is an ideal subject for the artist, being literally on the doorstep, with the added bonus of the resulting paintings having a very personal quality. This guide begins with an explanation of the practical aspects of painting - exploring colour and texture, using a sketchbook and getting to grips with perspective and composition - and then it looks at a wide variety of houses, from town dwellings to country cottages, as well as some of the smaller details and architectural features that can provide such interest. It then moves on from the house, through the conservatory and out into the garden, where numerous interesting subjects can be found, such as wooden sheds, old stone walls and terracotta pots, not to mention the flowers and vegetables. With sketches, step-by-step sequences, staged demonstrations and Richard Taylor's watercolours to inspire and encourage, this book provides an introduction to this subject.
Brian Ryder
£11.87
For the great majority of amateur artists landscapes are the subject they want to paint, and watercolour is the medium they want to do this with - however combining the two successfully in their work can seem daunting. Here renowned landscape artist Brian Ryder shares with all aspiring and improving artists his ingenious approaches and techniques for painting watercolour landscapes, specifically designed for them to take away and apply immediately to their own work, with absolute confidence. Starting out with the basics, Brian introduces the materials and equipment he uses with such success in his own work. He then goes on to demonstrate his core drawing and watercolour techniques, providing readers with a thorough grounding that can be applied to all subject matter. A substantial section of step-by-step projects follows - all selected for the learning potential of the chosen subject matter and linked by technique and artistic consideration. The final section of the book houses a stunning gallery section, filled with a wide selection of images from Brian's portfolio to offer further inspiration to readers. Clear instruction combined with step-by-step exercises and finished paintings throughout guarantee this as a must for all aspiring and improving watercolour landscape painters.
Terry Harrison
R187.00
Gregory Alexander, Matthew Alexander
£7.25
Learn as you paint as you are encouraged to develop your own style, whatever you are inclined towards traditional landscape composition or a more contemporary approach to colour and form.
Pat Weaver
£9.89
This volume helps readers take the transparency of watercolour and use it in a loose spontaneous way to paint faster and with increasing confidence. The artist author takes the reader on a tour of her studio to introduce the basic materials needed to get started. She teaches how a change in tonal value wil increase the interest in a picture and how to build up confidence in the use of colour with a limited palette. Taking subjects as varied as flowers, buildings, cats, dogs and roosters, the author ties in all the concepts together in nine step-by-step demonstrations for readers to copy.
Trevor Waugh
£14.99
Colour and light provide the key to creating paintings that are exciting and full of atmosphere, and Trevor Waugh focuses on these important aspects throughout the book. He sees a painting as a "room", for which a colour scheme needs to be chosen and in which the different elements must be carefully placed in relation to the light and the composition as a whole.
Alvaro Castagnet
£15.19
Passion is one of the most important elements in a masterful work of art. Without it, a painting is a lifeless collection of composition and technique. Here, internationally respected watercolorist Alvaro Castagnet shows artists how to paint from their heart - capturing more than just subjects, but the thoughts feelings and emotions that give them impact. Detailed demonstrations show how to; Create passion through a perfect marriage of tonai values; Inject mystery and drama by manipulating shadows; Use color to express powerful emotion; Simplify a scene to better express the artist's feelings for the subject; Set a mood, create rhythm, and ultimately achieve perfect unity Through it all, artists will take their passion for painting - and personal satisfaction from their work - to a higher plateau.
Lucy Willis, Robin Capon
R191.00
With the practical advice in these colorful pages, you’ll be able to paint exquisite pictures wherever you wander. See how to travel light by using a limited palette, making good use of a sketchbook, and packing watercolor paper well. There are tips on dealing with weather conditions, respecting other cultures, and completing a painting in the studio from sketches and photos.
John Lidzey
£7.90 / $8.32
Chris Saper
R208.00
This volume aims to set out the fundermental but easy-to-follow principles that you can apply to all painting and drawing mediums to create skin tones. It breaks human skin colours down into four main groups, and explains the tonal and colour variations you might expect within each group.
Gary Greene
R215.00
There's no better way to add interest to any piece of artwork than with reflections, textures and backgrounds. This unique photo reference helps both fine and decorative artists tackle these subjects with ease. Readers will find stunning photos of a wide variety of scenes and objects, including: -The textures of nature, such as autumn leaves, stones, fruits, weathered wood and sand -Man-made textures like rusty metal, bricks and pottery -Breathtaking settings from deserts to meadows and mountains -Reflections in calm, rough and rippling water - Scenes featuring waves, clouds, snow and forests
There are also painting demonstrations in all the major mediums that show readers exactly how to get the most out of reference photos. Artists of all levels will appreciate this inspiring guide!
Gary Greene
£18.55
Every artist faces the difficulty of finding and taking good reference photos. In this book, photographer and artist Gary Greene captures an incredible range of architectural subjects, enabling artists to incorporate them into their own work while saving time and money. They'll find a variety of homes, store fronts, railroad stations, barns, school houses, sheds, churches, bridges, towers, gazebos, and more - with hundreds of detailed photos that capture the spirit and character of these subjects, ranging from weathered and rustic to unusual and charming. Six step-by-step demonstrations show artists how to incorporate the featured reference photos into their own work. Each demo focuses on a different medium, including oil, pastel, colored pencil, watercolor, acrylic and mixed media.
Gary Greene
R182.00
This unique reference features more than 500 outstanding photos of landscape elements in various seasons, times of day and perspectives. Forests, fields, beaches, waterfalls, hills, mountains, lakes, rivers, mesas, deserts, canyons and more are featured.
Seven step-by-step demonstrations by a variety of artists illustrate how to use the reference photos to create gorgeous landscapes in a wide range of mediums.
Gary Greene is a professional graphic artist, photographer and award-winning colored pencil artist. His work has been featured in The Artist's Magazine and American Artist. He is the author of six additional North Light Books, including three other titles in the Artist's Photo Reference series: Flowers, Boats & Nautical Scenes and Buildings & Barns. He lives in Woodinville, WA.
Peggy Harris
R180.00
From a perfectly posed butterfly to a delicately tinted leaf to tiny eggs in a bird's nest, realistic natural details enhance a painting's appeal. Now the author, an internationally-acclaimed artist and teacher shares with painters: Clever techniques, such as using isolation windows, to single out and really see tiny, fascinating elements of nature; Tips on how to accurately portray an array of subjects, including ladybirds, dragonflies, frogs, wildflowers, vines and more; Short painting demonstrations featuring common flora and fauna found in woods and forests, ponds and streams, and meadows and hills, so painters can create their own scenes; Painting Nature inspires readers' imaginations while giving them the techniques they need to paint attractive and convincing nature scenes.
Paul Taggart
R116.00
Adding a wash of color to a simple scribble is the first step for budding artists—and this comprehensive series of exercises and studies shows how to exploit this technique. The Artstrips set out the methods in detail, while the demonstration studies, sketches, and finished compositions provide inspiring starting points from which would-be painters move forward on their path to discovering the delights of painting.
Hazel Harrison
R182.00
Watercolor School offers clear, visual explanations and easy exercises that build up skill and confidence. Eight specially devised demonstrations show how to deal with the most popular subjects from beginning to end.
Marian Appellof
R245.00
An anthology of Watson-Guptill's finest watercolor instruction from recent bestselling authors. This treasure trove reviews the tools and materials of watercolor, then proceeds with the color palette, color mixing, and applied color theory. Different artists explain how to work effectively with value,
Mary Woodin
R166.00
This beautifully illustrated personal sketchbook includes records of planting, harvesting, and blooming throughout the four seasons-plus a host of useful information for any gardener. Included are an illustrated list of herbs and their uses, a homespun recipe for waterproofing boots, and advice on distinguishing a robin's egg from a bullfinch's. Also peppered throughout are quotations and guidance from well-known gardening authorities, including Mary Russell Mitford, C.W. Earle, Vita Sackville-West, and Louise Beebe Wilder. Gardners everywhere will take great pleasure in this collection of intimate musings, thoughtful philosophy, and touching artwork.