Mastering Watercolors: A Practical Guide

Joe Cartwright

ISBN 10: 1507770189 / ISBN 13: 9781507770184

Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

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Begin your artistic journey by carefully selecting the essential materials tailored to the specific requirements of this demanding discipline. It all starts with a rigorous integration of the vital technical foundations needed to tame the blending of pigments on paper. After laying the groundwork with this initial introduction, you will explore the variety of edges as well as the two supreme variables: drying time management and water saturation. This methodical preparation allows you to absorb the ultimate color mixing formula and anchor the fundamental principle that value intensity (tone is king) always takes precedence over the choice of hue.
Next, experiment with practical execution by completing an immersive demonstration of a Venice sunset to bring your first contrasts to life. Your technical progression intensifies as you approach landscape painting, a crucial milestone where you learn to differentiate the subtle traps separating the rendering of cast shadows from that of reflections. This then allows you to tackle more complex subjects, such as modeling clouds or applying gradients in mountain vistas and rural settings. You will thus understand how to breathe a genuine luminous atmosphere into your street scenes, whether they are bathed in morning clarity or transformed under the effects of rain.
Finally, discover the indispensable secrets to restoring the fluidity of the aquatic element through dedicated workshops on beaches and the movement of sailboats. The practice extends into learning unique rescue techniques designed to correct mistakes and stabilize a wash without damaging the surface. Following this graphic revelation, you will take the leap into painting on location (en plein air) to capture changing light in real time out in the field. In the end, the study concludes with a concrete opening into the art market, providing you with all the marketing keys to effectively promote, exhibit, and sell your own original works.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Mastering Watercolors: A Practical Guide
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1507770189
• ISBN 13: 9781507770184
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fine
• Weight: 480 grams

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Synopsis

Watercolor is a magical and often challenging medium. Once mastered, it will reward you with the pleasure of creating striking works of art of infinite variety.

This book is a culmination of many years of teaching. Through it, I set out to clear up widespread misconceptions about painting with watercolors. These common confusions hold watercolor artists back from achieving their full potential.

Full of practical advice and techniques, my aim is to simplify watercolor painting to assist you in your personal watercolor adventure. Enjoy the journey!