Contemporary Watercolors (Artist's Studio) - Softcover

Butler, George

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1600582362 ISBN 13: 9781600582363

Publisher: Walter Foster, 2012

Synopsis

This addition to the Artist's Studio series gives artists of all skill levels a current look at tools and techniques in the world of watercolor. From selecting brushes and paper to experimenting with a variety of mediums, readers can discover all they need to know to build their library of materials and start painting right away. To inspire creativity, the book highlights products that affect the consistency, sheen, and texture of the paint, including iridescent medium and impasto gel. Also, the book features world-renowned art materials brand Winsor & Newton, introducing artists to a broad range of high-quality products that are easy to find in any art & craft store.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

A comprehensive guide to the dynamic world of watercolor!

Watercolor is a fresh and luminous medium that invites artists to explore a range of approaches, from traditional to experimental. In Contemporary Watercolors, Walter Foster Publishing and world-renowned art materials brand Winsor & Newton have teamed up to offer a contemporary look at the latest tools, materials, and techniques in watercolor today. Four talented watercolorists share their methods and insights for working with this versatile medium. You’ll discover tips for purchasing equipment, setting up a painting space, and using a range of interesting additives, while clear demonstrations and step-by-step lessons aid in the learning process. From selecting brushes and paper to understanding pigment properties and working with mediums, the valuable information contained in this book will have you taking your watercolor artwork to new heights in no time!

From the Inside Flap:

About Winsor & Newton

Winsor & Newton has always been at the heart of the world’s finest artists materials. This is as true now as it was when Winsor & Newton was founded in 1832, and we take our relationship with artists very seriously.

Our founders, Henry Newton and William Winsor, were involved with the leading artists of their time, and to this day, we create and innovate with artists at the heart of everything we do.

With a reputation for quality and reliability, combined with continual product development, improvement, and innovation, we keep true to the principles laid down by William Winsor and Henry Newton in the 1800s, actively embracing new ideas and new technologies while searching the world for the best raw materials available.

Winsor & Newton art materials are available at fine art and craft stores. For more information visit www.winsornewton.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: Walter Foster
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1600582362
• ISBN 13: 9781600582363
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64