Watercolor Essentials: Techniques and Projects for the Aspiring Artist

by Petra Buchta • 2021

From the first brushstroke to the finishing touch, let the book guide you as you begin your artistic journey in watercolor painting. Watercolor for Beginners teaches aspiring artists everything they need to know to get started painting in watercolor. This helpful resource begins with a basic introduction to the essential tools and materials artists need to get started, including choosing the right paintbrushes, watercolor paints, sketchbooks, and canvas. Additionally, artists will learn the fundamentals of watercolor, as well as a variety of painting techniques, including creating washes, mixing colors, creating soft blends, rendering realistic textures, and working wet-into-wet. Watercolor for Beginners guides beginners through a series of easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects covering a variety of watercolor methods and techniques, including helpful tips and advice when painting landscapes, still lifes, portraits, and more. What are you waiting for? Get yourself a copy of this book now!