Secrets of Watercolor - from Basics to Special Effects

Name: Secrets of Watercolor - from Basics to Special Effects
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ISBN: 9781440321573

ISBN-10: 1440321574

ISBN-13: 9781440321573

Edition: 2012

Authors: Joe Garcia

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A must-have reference for every watercolorist!This is your complete guide to watercolor—from basic art concepts and techniques to fun special effects and pointers for painting popular subjects.Secrets of Watercolor, From Basics to Special Effectsis a handy reference that beginners and experienced artists simply can't be without.Learn how to:Work with the right materialsMaster all essential techniquesChoose, mix and apply colorPaint people, landscapes, animals and morewww.artistsnetwork.comIdeas. Inspiration. Instruction.

Book details

List price: $13.50
Copyright year: 2012
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication date: 8/12/2012
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 96
Size: 6.52" wide x 9.50" long x 0.30" tall
Weight: 0.594
Language: English




Getting Started


Materials


Watercolor Paints


Palette


Brushes


Paper


Other Supplies


Elements of Design


Design Basics


Value


Focal Point


Contrast


Negative Space


Editing for Strong Composition


Transferring an Image


Paint Properties


Saturated and Unsaturated Colors


Transparency and Opacity


Staining and Nonstaining Colors


Painting Techniques


Wet-into-Wet


Wet-into-Dry


Drybrush


Flat Washes


Gradated Washes


Variegated Washes


Glazing and Layering


Brushwork


Lifting Paint


Saving Whites


Special Effects


Splattering


Salt Texture


Stippling


Sponge


Masking Fluid


Palette Knife


Alcohol



Painting Popular Subjects


Animals


Black-and-White Dog


Fat Cat


Snowy Owl


Bear


Nature


Tree Bark


Fir Trees


Foliage


Grass and Fields


Distant Mountains


Rocks


Flowers


Fluffy Clouds


Water Ripples


Rushing Water


Man-Made Objects


Old Wooden Fence


Bricks


Window Glass


Index


About the Author