Sketching Stuff

Sketching Stuff

Author: Charlie O'Shields

Publisher: Doodlewash Books

Published: 2018-11-22

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 0960021922

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Charlie O'Shields is the creator of Doodlewash®, founder of World Watercolor Month in July, and host of the Sketching Stuff podcast. Every single day, for over three years, he created a watercolor illustration and wrote a short essay about whatever came to mind that day and posted it on his blog. These are some of the collected favorites along with some brand new musings. With over 180 illustrations, this book is part personal memoir and sometimes just a randomly fun romp through the sillier bits of this crazy world we all inhabit. Written to take on the impossible task of inspiring creativity, unleashing your inner child, and instilling hope, it will, at the very least, make you smile and touch your heart.


Paint Yourself Calm

Paint Yourself Calm

Author: Jean Haines

Publisher: SearchPress+ORM

Published: 2016-05-06

Total Pages: 464

ISBN-13: 1781265062

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Discover the happiness benefits of putting brush to paper with a guide that puts judgment aside and “encourages simple enjoyment of painting” (Library Journal). Meditative, peaceful, and calming, watercolour painting offers a sense of control and self-worth to everyone, with no judgment or goal beyond the joy of painting itself. This book shows you how to calm and enhance your outlook through the movement of brush on paper. Master artist Jean Haines leads you through the journey, putting the emphasis on the joy of play rather than on pressure to perform or produce—and showing you how to wipe away your worries with the soothing, gentle strokes of watercolour paint. “Starting from the premise that everyone can paint, Haines frees readers of the goals and expectations of end results, and encourages simple enjoyment of painting. Open-ended, detailed exercises guide readers through experimenting with paint to gain a sense of control; to relieve stress; to escape; or to be in a better mood. The emotional and psychological properties of color are discussed as are obstacles to creativity and happiness. . . . [a] unique blend of self-care and expression.” —Library Journal


Fleur the Flamingo

Fleur the Flamingo

Author: Deborah Hassett

Publisher:

Published: 2019-07

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780646803579

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Fleur is the odd one out in her flock. She loves Hip Hop, while everyone else does the flamenco or fandango. Follow Fleur's journey of being proud of who she is and gaining acceptance within her flock.


Hotel Flamingo

Hotel Flamingo

Author: Alex Milway

Publisher: Kane/Miller Book Publishers

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781684641260

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Originally published by Piccadilly Press.


Hilary Page's Guide to Watercolor Paints

Hilary Page's Guide to Watercolor Paints

Author: Hilary Page

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780823022618

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The best resource for identifying the particular watercolors you will need for your work. Included in this book are the products of the leading manufacturers of watercolors around the world, including: Blockx, Daniel Smith, Da Vinci, Fragonard, Grumbacher, Holbein, M. Graham & Co., Maimeri, Old Holland Rembrandt, Rowney, Sakura, Schmincke, Sennelier, Shiva, Van Gogh, Winsor & Newton. Each paint has been personally tested and evaluated by the author, and samples of the paints throughout the book illustrate the paints' essential characteristics.


Marvelous Metallic Watercolor

Marvelous Metallic Watercolor

Author: Sarah Style

Publisher: Page Street Publishing

Published: 2023-10-31

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 1645679411

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Fall in Love with the Magic of Metallics Sarah Style, the leading voice in metallic watercolor, brings you watercolor like you’ve never seen it before. Through 32 projects that are as gorgeous as they are accessible, you’ll explore the dazzling beauty of capturing vibrant hues with paint. With Sarah’s tips for preparing your metallic watercolor paints to get the best effects, plus tons of detailed step-by-step projects that span simple motifs and brush lettering, you’ll be amazed at the results from your very first masterpiece and beyond. What’s more, in addition to the fact that you can transfer each design onto tracing paper, the book includes six templates you can paint directly into the book or cut out to trace, for a fantastic interactive element. Projects include designs like Gleaming Gemstone and Beaming Butterfly—which bring out the vibrancy of this medium—as well as lettering projects like Glittering Rainbow Ombré and Luminous Leopard, which will have you writing shiny calligraphy like a pro. Prepare to be obsessed with metallic watercolors and watch as they brighten up and revolutionize your art forever.


Watercolor Techniques for Artists and Illustrators

Watercolor Techniques for Artists and Illustrators

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-09-01

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 0744035260

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The only instructional book on watercolor you will ever need. Trying your hand at watercolor painting? Or looking to advance your range of artistic skills? Watercolor Techniques for Artists and Illustrators is for you. Beginning with the basics - such as honing your observational skills, choosing a subject, and learning about composition - the book then takes a comprehensive, in-depth look at techniques to expand your repertoire. With expert advice from artists and illustrators working in a range of styles - from classic to cutting-edge contemporary -this book will equip you with the skills and confidence to develop your own style and grow as an artist.


Artist's Watercolor Techniques

Artist's Watercolor Techniques

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2024-10-15

Total Pages: 1118

ISBN-13: 0593958446

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Whether you are just starting out with watercolor painting or want to expand your skills and raise your art to the next level, this book has all the inspiration and practical know-how you'll need. Starting from the very basics, such as choosing the right brushes and practicing color mixes, this book proceeds to tackle every conceivable watercolor technique—from applying a flat wash to experimenting with texture. Techniques and inspiration are then combined in a wide-ranging section on subject matter—from landscapes to botanical illustration, urban scenes, portraiture, and abstraction—which examines the practical considerations of each topic and showcases numerous different approaches to try, with tutorials on achieving particular effects. Each technique and stylistic approach is demonstrated by a professional artist working on an original painting, which is photographed at different stages of development to give rare insights into the artistic process. Also featuring content dedicated to the use of watercolor in graphic illustration, as well as how to combine it with other painting and drawing media, Artist's Watercolor Techniques will help you challenge yourself, try new things, and grow as an artist.