Basic Watercolor Answer Book

by Anderson, Catherine

• ISBN13: 9780891348771
• ISBN10: 0891348778
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-01-01
• Publisher: North Light Books

Summary

This beginner's guide provides more than 100 answers to basic watercolor dilemmas-- showing clear and creative solutions through illustrations and step-by-step demonstrations.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Most Valuable Lesson You Can Learn	8	(2)
ONE Paper and Painting Surfaces Watercolor paper is your most important supply, so take the time to learn about its various surfaces and weights, as well as storage and stretching.	10	(10)
TWO Brushes and Their Care In order to find the watercolor brushes that are most comfortable for you, explore the different types, as well as their handling, cleaning and carrying.	20	(12)
THREE Paints and Palettes Decide which watercolor brands and colors you prefer by investigating the different choices based on quality and characteristics, and learn about the best palette to use.	32	(12)
FOUR Combining Colors, Water, Paper and Brushes Discover new ways to combine your materials by experimenting with mixing, masking, washing, glazing and more.	44	(28)
FIVE Tonal Values Increase your understanding of value scales, sketching and shading to create dimension, contrast and interest in your paintings.	72	(10)
SIX Painting Outdoors, on Location and From Life Train your eye to see more accurately by enjoying sky, wind, water and weather while you paint--and improve your indoor work as well.	82	(16)
SEVEN Is This a Mistake or a Creative Opportunity? Have faith! You can transform your watercolor mistakes into valuable lessons and finished paintings with creative changes in color, composition and cropping, as well as other tricks.	98	(25)
Contributing Artists	123	(1)
Glossary	124	(3)
Index	127