Synopses & Reviews
Packed full of expert instructions for watercolor painters, this invaluable guide provides tips on composition, tone, aerial perspective, and avoiding and correcting mistakes when painting skies, water, foliage, and more. Clearly presented and explained and illustrated with more than 140 beautiful works, this guidebook is an ideal resource for those new to the art of watercolor as well as more experienced painters looking to find simple solutions to improving their work.
Review
"This collection of 85 nuggets of wisdom is therefore worth its weight in gold and covers tone, light and perspective as well as skies, landscapes and water." Artist
Synopsis
Ray Campbell Smith shares his years of experience in this book packed full of tips for watercolour painters. Learn all you need to know, from the the tools of the trade, choosing what to paint and avoiding and correcting mistakes, to how to paint skies, water, foliage and more. The tips are clearly presented and explained, and illustrated by many beautiful and accomplished paintings. They will help unravel the mysteries of the watercolour medium for those new to painting and also for more experienced watercolourists on the lookout for tips from a true master.
Synopsis
Ray Campbell Smith's many admirers will want to buy this concise round-up of his top tips. The book covers all aspects of watercolour painting in 85 easy to follow tips and offers expert advice in an accessible form, with over 140 beautiful and instructive illustrations. The practical spiral-bound format allows you to access the tips while painting.
About the Author
Ray Campbell Smith is a well-known professional artist and the author of numerous art books, including "Buildings in Watercolour," "Landscapes in Watercolour," and "Watercolour for All."