Learn how to create dynamic, original abstract art using easy techniques and nothing more than watercolor paints and a few pens.Let your creativity loose and start making art, without getting bogged down in detail or accuracy - just allow yourself to experiment, have fun, be present and play with colour, shape and texture to your heart's content.In this unique step-by-step book, you'll discover watercolor techniques, tips and tricks to create your own vibrant art, letting the natural watercolor flow to help form your composition and inspire further mixed media embellishment.Author Kate Rebecca Leach of Essoldo Design has amassed a huge following online for her beautiful abstract artworks. In her debut book, she generously shares her techniques so that even complete beginners will be able to pick up a brush and create stunning works of art.Through a variety of projects, including simple shapes, abstract botanicals, and expressive landscapes, you'll learn easy techniques to combine color, texture, and contrast in exciting ways, and how to add gorgeous embellishments using gel pens and metallics to make your abstract pieces shine.Using this book, you'll be able to create art that you'll be proud to display in your home, gift to friends and family and develop your own portfolio, while having a lot of creative fun in the process. Read more

Learn how to use watercolor to soothe your soul with this beginner's guide to painting for relaxation. This fresh approach looks first at the process of painting as a means to de-stress and unwind. Many people love the idea of painting but hold themselves back from starting because they are worried about not being good enough or not feeling as though as are creative. In this guide for the absolute beginner, artist and teacher Sharone Stevens shows you that watercolor can be accessible to everyone and that just painting very simple lines, patterns and shapes in calming colors, concentrating on each brush stroke, can have a powerful meditative effect, while at the same time allowing you to create beautiful art you can be proud of. She also encourages you to connect more with the world around you, finding inspiration in your every-day life and discovering the beautiful textures found in nature, from tree trunks to fruit and butterflies!The aim of the techniques and projects in this book is to create art that relaxes both the artist and the viewer of the finished piece. Projects range from simple gift tags, bookmarks, cards and small wall pieces to larger art pieces that you never thought possible ; all done with a focus on relaxation ; which is so important in today's fast-paced, increasingly digital world.Learn how to mix a calming color palette, try simple painting exercises to get into a relaxed flow, and create beautiful artworks that will lift the spirits both during the painting process and beyond, as finished pieces of art.Author Sharone Stevens is an established art teacher and talented artist who is passionate about using art for relaxation and encouraging others to build a regular creative practice. Her gentle lessons and nurturing reassurance will guide even total beginners through the process of making soothing, soulful modern watercolor art. Read more

Designed for beginner watercolour painters,Watercolour lays the groundwork for mastering the craft, with a complete guide to the necessary tools and materials, an introduction to the basic techniques, and 10 step-by-step paintings.Included as a bonus are three feature spreads that focus on areas of particular interest for beginners, including painting special effects, trees, and skies. Clear instructions and helpful tips provided throughout are perfect for beginners, but even intermediate painters will find the techniques and projects worthwhile.Watercolour painting is an absorbing, meditative art-from but many people simply don’t know where to begin. An encouraging voice and a clear, easy-to-follow approach are often all that’s needed to give people the confidence to get started and keep going. That’s exactly what this book provides. Paul Clark, an enthusiastic and accomplished painter who runs his own art school, explains the fundamentals in a friendly and accessible way. He shows readers what they really need in terms of tools and materials – starting with a limited colour palette that can be mixed to create colours as required.This Book IncludesBasic TechniquesPutting the techniques to practiceStep-by-step guided instructionsHelpful photographs to follow progressHelpful tipsFeature spreads on special effects, trees, and sky painting “This book offers concise and clear introduction to help you master the fundamentals”―Leisure Painter magazine Read more

With easy, step-by-step instructions and achievable watercolor techniques, artist Bianca Rosen guides beginner watercolorists to create breathtaking floral paintings. Learn the Relaxing Art of Floral Watercolor Discover the joys of painting in a loose and perfection-free style with this inspiring collection of 45 beginner-friendly tutorials. Your instructor, Bianca Rosen, is beloved for her encouraging step-by-step teaching and gorgeous, loose floral designs using common paint colors and simple shapes. Let your worries flow away as each brushstroke makes your paint and water dance together for every petal, leaf and stem. With simple techniques for making your flowers pop, you will learn how to paint a cheerful Sunny California Poppy, a delicately layered Graceful Rose, a striking Bird of Paradise and more. Each new watercolor lesson invites you to enjoy this relaxing, free-spirited and expressive style of watercolor. Read more

Learn the basics of watercolour in a fun, accessible way with step-by-step tutorials and an included watercolour pad with drawings you can paint over.Watercolour This Book: Learn to Watercolour features 20 gorgeous paintings paired with step-by-step instruction for replicating them at home. Paint directly on the watercolour pad with supplied outlines to create beautiful artwork of your own—no sketching required! The beginner-friendly projects teach you all the painting skills you need as you create frame-worthy art. From social media star Lacey Walker (@rebelunicorncrafts) comes this delightful, relaxing painting experience.In Watercolour This Book: Learn to Watercolour, find: Tutorials detailing each step so that you can paint the projects in the bookSubjects to suit all tastes, from backyard birds to a whimsical whale, mountains to the moon Complete tools and materials section so you can ensure you have everything to paint the projectsOutlines that can be painted over within the watercolour pad; there's no need to sketch or traceWatercolour painting techniques, including wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering, blooms, and moreVideo tutorials linked via QR codes included within the bookIf you are new to watercolour painting or looking for a fun, relaxing painting experience, Watercolour This Book: Learn to Watercolour provides your perfect companion by combining an innovative format with painting instruction and a watercolour paper pad with templates.Whether you are new to watercolour or not, the Watercolour This Book series provides a fun watercolour painting experience with no sketching required. With information on all the basic skills you need to start watercolouring, step-by-step tutorials, and an included watercolour pad with templates, you have everything you need to create frame-worthy art! Also in the series: Watercolour This Book: Beautiful Butterflies and Flowers. Read more

Discover your inner artist and deep connection with nature with this striking project book on the basics of watercolour from Inga Buividavice.Wild Watercolour starts with an introduction to the basic techniques of watercolour, coaching you for painting success by showing you how to recreate nature’s wildlife and habitats.Experience how the practical medium of painting in watercolour can connect us to inner and outer nature, and be freeing, joyful and wild! Each step-by-step project introduces a new watercolour technique.Learn the basics with guided exercises showing you how to depict your favourite animals in watercolour, including:Dry brush on wet effect – red pandasWet brush on wet effect – beetlesGlazing – ladybirdsBlooms – hare silhouettesPulling technique – frogsWatercolour and ink – koi fishUsing masking tape – snakeUsing different textures – turtlesExpressive features – flamingosUsing space – dolphinsDifferent brush strokes – chameleonsPainting patterns – butterfliesWith mindful reflections on the meditative benefits of watercolour, experiment and develop your skills, all whilst taking inspiration from the world around you. Once you’ve learned the power of the paintbrush, let your creativity blossom by stumbling into nature! This stunning project book guides you to become an independent watercolourist, painting what you see when the meditative moment strikes.Learn the calming art of watercolour, connect with your inner artist and be inspired by the wonderful wildlife all around you. Create a space of mindful calm as you settle down with your brush and paper and learn how watercolour can open up a world of serenity, creativity and appreciation of nature. Read more

Award-winning artist Harriet de Winton shows you how to create contemporary watercolour artworks to treasure and share. Through more than 30 step-by-step projects, discover how to paint individual flowers and foliage, as well as beautiful botanical compositions. Use your new skills to make art for your wall, unique cards, invitations, or simply paint for pleasure. Read more

Anyone can produce beautiful botanical paintings with this, the first guided watercolour book. Printed on specialist watercolour art paper and containing step-by-step tutorials, this book is the perfect introduction to producing exquisite illustrations. 15 works by Rachel Pedder-Smith have been recreated by the artist in outline-only form, ready for you to paint, along with recommended colour palettes and artworks to copy. Follow author Rachel's tips for layering colour, or follow the outlines of single stems, blooms or more intricate designs, and create a gallery of floral images. The paper is easily removed, taped down and painted on directly, meaning you can display your colourful creations. If you're feeling more experimental, this paper will also work beautifully with other media such as acrylic paint, artists' pencils and fibre-tip pens. Read more

Special vellum paper lets you colour in 18 pieces of Pokémon art that look like stained glass. Use the included double-tipped markers in 10 custom colours. Then hang your artwork in a window and watch it light up!Each design is double trouble. Colour the stained glass vellum pages for your windows, and the paper pages for your walls.Artwork features Pikachu, Eevee, Charizard, and many more.Plus, learn fun facts about some of your favorite Pokémon!Includes a 42-page book with fun facts and colouring pages5 double-tipped markers (10 colours in all) provides a travel-friendly coloring set to get started right awaySpecial pre-printed designs let Pokémon fans create window artWHAT IS KLUTZ?Klutz is a premium brand of book-based activity kits, designed to inspire creativity in every child. Our unique combination of crystal-clear instructions, custom tools and materials and hearty helpings of humour is 100% guaranteed to kick-start creativity.Super-clear instructionsOpen-ended CreativityRewarding ReadingSkills to Build OnEverything You Need Read more

Learn how to create delicate, see-through flowers in watercolour with the help of immensely popular artist, pattern designer and YouTuber, Olga Koelsch.In her debut book, Olga gently guides beginners and experienced artists alike through the process of painting flowers, combining the accuracy of botanical illustration with the expression and freedom of modern watercolour. Beginning with a concise introduction to the key things you'll need to get started, as well as Olga's most-used watercolour methods, straight away you can start to paint 6 different stunning plant projects – magnolia, eucalyptus, bellflower, rose, peony and iris. Every project has clear photography and step-by-step instructions, as well as an outline at the back of the book that can be traced, if you need a little help when beginning your painting. If you need inspiration for what to do with your finished artwork, Olga has shared a stunning collection of her own examples that showcase the flowers beautifully – from cards and wall art to fabrics that would make a beautiful robe for a loved one.Whether you're looking to start painting flowers with a nod to botanical illustration, or to learn how to create beautiful flowers to adorn personal items, you'll be struck by the timeless and unique artwork that fills How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers. Read more

Find inner calm and happiness in this beautiful, meditative and earthy watercolour instruction book from nature lover, teacher and artist Inga Buividavice.Art therapy and the act of painting is widely acknowledged to bringpositive mental health benefits, as it helps us centre ourselves, focus our intentions and engage creatively with the world around us. This beautiful guided watercolour book combines these aspects with the healing powers of nature to take you on a journey toward peace and tranquility.Even if you have no experience with watercolours or painting, Painting Calm’s accessible and easy-to-follow prompts will allow you to express yourself and create with ease and joy. Gather inspiration from artist Inga Buivadavice’s beautiful illustrations, designed to capture an emotional connection with the natural world through texture and colour, as you explore: An overview of watercolour painting supplies and how to use themBasic watercolour techniques and colour theoryExercises for finding inspiration in natureSeasonal projects that include painting trees, leaves, flowers, natural light and patterns found in natureTips for building a creative practiceDiscover your inner artist – and forge a new and powerful relationship to nature – in this calming project book, as you watercolour your way to mindful wellbeing. Read more

This joyful book gives you the confidence and skills to paint lively, contemporary faces and characters. Unusually, it teaches how to paint before exploring the drawing skillset necessary to capture a likeness, and thereby encourages the artist to try this genre. By explaining the techniques in clear steps with plenty of examples, it makes painting exciting and energetic portraits achievable for all. Read more

Create beautiful wildflower paintings using template outlines from the artist, printed on art-quality watercolour paper. Each outline includes a finished painting to copy and a recommended colour palette, as used by the artist. The book includes step-by-step tutorials on essential techniques and advice and tips on painting different kinds of plants and flowers, from fleshy bluebells to delicate blossom. Perfect for absolute beginners in botanical art, the ready-to-use outlines allow readers to focus on painting, avoiding the difficulty of accurate composition drawings. RHS Wildflowers Watercolour Art Pad is an ideal gift for watercolour fans at all stages, whether they're looking to take up botanical art for the first time or refreshing their skills.Featured templates include:- Bluebells- Cowslips- Bee Orchids- Aconites- Meadow Flowers Read more

Learn how to use watercolor to soothe your soul with this beginner’s guide to painting for relaxation.In this guide for the absolute beginner, artist and teacher Sharone Stevens makes the joy of watercolor accessible to everyone. With simple techniques and exercises, she shows how painting lines, patterns, and shapes can have a powerful meditative effect. Along the way, you will find yourself creating beautiful artwork that you'll be proud to display in your home. Watercolor painting can also help you connect with the world around you, finding inspiration in your every-day life and discovering the beautiful textures of nature. You'll learn how to mix a calming color palette and work of projects that range from simple gift tags, bookmarks, cards and small wall pieces to larger artworks that you never thought possible—all done with a focus on relaxation. Read more

Creating beautiful botanical paintings has never been easier with these template outlines and art-quality watercolour paper. Perfect for absolute beginners in botanical art, the ready-to-use outlines allow you to focus on the painting and avoid the accuracy of composition drawings. Each outline includes a finished painting by artist Rachel Padder-Smith and a recommended colour palette, so all you have to worry about is enjoying the process!Included are step-by-step tutorials on all the essential tips and techniques you need to know, from painting different parts of the flower and shiny surfaces to perfecting the fine veins on leaves, as well as advice on how to correctly capture light.Rachel's stunning illustrations also include fruit and vegetables, so whether you're a lover of autumn leaves, spring daffodils, or even an onion or two, she has you covered. This detailed and visual art book is the perfect start for anyone looking to take up botanical art, refresh their skills, or simply appreciate the beauty of nature. Read more

Irish artist Jane Carkill brings the woodland world to life with her approachable art projects for the beginner artist. Explore a Beautiful Woodland Realm with 30 Charming Projects Illustrator Jane Carkill invites you into her storybook world with this collection of beginner-friendly art tutorials! With easy-to-follow directions to guide you through every swish of your brush, these cozy tutorials come to life on the page with each step. As enchanting as they are easy, these wonderful watercolor projects—with sketch templates included for added simplicity—are sure to bring joy and delight to every artist. Go on an adventure with captivating creatures such as the Red Fox, Wood Mouse and the Wild Rabbit. Take flight through the forest with the Robin, Goldfinch or Peacock Butterfly. Discover the breathtaking blooms of the Dog Rose, Poppy and Primrose. Find fanciful flora and fungi with Hedgerow Strawberries and the Grooved Bonnet Toadstool. With so many lovely projects to choose from, every aspiring artist can learn to capture the beauty of a cottagecore world in watercolor. Read more

The definitive color-mixing resource for oil, acrylic, and watercolor artists.No more guessing at colors only to end up with a muddy mess and wasted paint! 1,500 Color Mixing Recipes for Oil, Acrylic & Watercolor takes the mystery and stress out of color mixing with just the right formula for just about any color.Designed for use in the studio, this durable book features:A lay-flat spiral bindingEasily wipeable glossy cardstock pagesTwo removable plastic color-mixing grids—one for oil or acrylic, and one for watercolorFollow these four simple steps to mix more than 1,500 color combinations:Look in the Color Guidance Index for the subject you want to paint—for example, “Broccoli.”Find the Color Recipe with the subject’s recipe number (“81”) and a photo of the actual paint mixture.Use the Color Mixing Grid to measure each paint color.Mix the color.It’s that easy! This comprehensive reference also includes foundational instruction on color theory and mixing, covering:Color theoryColor value mixingGraying color naturallyMixing flesh and portrait colorsRendering skies and cloudsWhether you are a beginning or experienced artist, 1,500 Color Mixing Recipes for Oil, Acrylic & Watercolor is an essential tool for your workspace.Walter Foster’s best-selling Color Mixing Recipes series also includes Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits, Color Mixing Recipes for Landscapes, and Color Mixing Recipes for Oil & Acrylic. These books contain hundreds of precise color mixing combinations for realistic results, as well as acetate grids for measuring paint units. Read more

Many novice artists are intimidated by the prospect of trawling through very technical drawing books, especially given our busy day-to-day lives. Five-Minute Watercolour is a handy companion as you explore your artistic potential by sketching in watercolour – in five minutes you can produce a great painting that you'll be proud to keep and share.Discover 55 bitesize exercises, written in jargon-free language, to help you make watercolour painting a part of your day. Starting with advice on the basic supplies you will need, professional urban watercolour artist Samantha Nielsen takes you through all the techniques required to begin and pursue your creative journey - from brush control to using warm and cool colours, followed by advice on implementing these techniques such as painting skies, seascapes or people. Samantha then helps you take it further by showing you how to capture movement and create depth. Every spread in the book features five expert tips and ideas, as well as examples of amazing five-minute watercolour sketches to inspire you.For new and aspiring artists everywhere who've dreamt of making art a part of their working lives, this pocket book is perfect for you. Read more

This handy, practical and inspirational little book is perfect for the pocket or art bag. It shows watercolour painters of all levels how to loosen up their paintings and maintain spontaneity by painting simple watercolour studies in no more than 10 minutes.Written by popular artist Hazel Soan, the book is arranged in three parts: the first section explains all about the equipment you will need; the second section covers techniques and shows what can be achieved with watercolour in a short time span; the third section looks at various subjects that are ideal for painting quickly.All the essential techniques are covered, focusing particularly on maximizing brushstrokes and exploring colours, and there is useful advice on deciding what to include and what to leave out. With helpful chapters on painting a wide range of subjects – people, landscapes, seascapes, buildings, gardens, flowers and still life – this little guide is ideal for quick reference when working in the studio or out in the field. Read more

A comprehensive course in landscape painting with acrylics by popular author and tutor Charles Evans. Charles' no-nonsense techniques and engaging writing style bring acrylic painting within the grasp of anyone keen to get started in this versatile and popular medium.The book begins with excellent advice for the beginner, including easy drawing for painting, composition, easy perspective, light and shade, colour, and how to use acrylics with different painting styles. There are six full step-by-step painting projects ranging from simple skies to snowy landscapes with horses, each of which is supported by additional exercises and techniques.The step-by-step projects allow aspiring artists to put into practice their new-found skills, and produce six stunning paintings of their own, in a range of styles. A pull-out outline drawing is provided for every project, and Charles shows how to transfer these onto the painting surface. Charles' accessible and irreverent style makes learning to paint with acrylics easy and fun. Read more