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• Barron's The Watercolor Artist's Handbook The Watercolor Artist's Handbook  ^new
  

  PRICE: 16.10

  Here's a brand new series for dedicated amateurs that will also by used and valued by professional artists. Each title in the Artist's Handbook Series has a sturdy hardcover binding, allowing it to be taken out to the field as handily as it is used in the studio. The books' hidden spiral bindings keep pages lying flat, so students can work freely with their art materials without having to fight with their instruction manual. Each title supplements textual instruction with more than 400 color illustrations showing paintings in various stages of completion. There is also detailed information on artists' tools, techniques, mixing colors, creating special effects, and trouble-shooting to correct errors. All three Artist's Handbooks show examples of works by famous artists in the respective media to help students see how each medium has been used by world-renowned masters. This fundamental guide to creating beautiful watercolor paintings includes practical advice and features demonstrations of both traditional and experimental methods. Students learn techniques that make the most of the translucent quality of watercolor pigments and discover ways to achieve a variety of effects that include creating convincing cloud formations, foliage, sunlight, and mist. Hardcover book with hidden spiral binding measures 6 1/2 in. x 8 in., 224 pages. Barron's. ISBN 0764156195
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• Dover Watercolor Landscapes Step-by-step Watercolor Landscapes Step-by-step  ^new
  

  PRICE: 7.98

  Watecolorists paint more landscapes than any other subject. This easy-to-follow guide, enhanced with 122 illustrations, including 60 in full color, contains all the information artists (novice and experienced alike) need to paint a successful watercolor landscape. You'll learn how to use washes, drybrush, and wet-in-wet techniques to paint mountains, rocks, and mist as well as how to apply color when painting the sky, trees, and terrain. The heart of the book can be found in seven expert step-by-step painting demonstrations that allow you to study and master every significant operation involved in rendering deciduous and evergreen trees, hills, a lake, snow and ice, clouds, and a sunset. You'll also find a wealth of helpful hints on selecting landscape subjects, composition, lighting, brushwork, and much more. Paperback, 64 pages.ISBN:486402800. DOVER
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• Dover Ways With Watercolor Ways With Watercolor  ^new
  

  PRICE: 17.36

  Simple, direct language and 125 purposeful illustrations including 37 color plates show beginners how to handle the medium. Teacher and master watercolorist Ted Kautzky discusses color pigments, paper, and other supplies, as well as washes, strokes, and the use of accessories for special effects. Valuable instructions on composition and related subjects are interwoven throughout the text. Also included are many demonstrations and challenging practice material. Paperback book measures 8 3/8 in. x 11 in., 144 pages. Dover Publications, 2004. ISBN 0486439542
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• F & W Drawing Realistic Textures In Pencil Drawing Realistic Textures In Pencil  ^new
  

  PRICE: 22.49

  You won't believe the incredible drawings you can create using common pencils and the special techniques illustrated in this book. The methods are so easy that anyone - from doodler to advanced artist - can master them in minutes Step by step, you'll learn how to capture the look of metal, glass, weathered wood, skin, hair and other textures. Two detailed start-to-finish demonstrations show you how to use these textures to create drawings that look so real they leap right off the page Paperback, 128 pages.ISBN:891348689. F & W
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• International Artists 100 Ways To Paint Still Life & Florals 2004 Annual 100 Ways To Paint Still Li  ^new
  

  PRICE: 23.74

  Welcome to the latest title in an innovative six volume series. Each volume contains 100 different interpretations of the subject by some outstanding artists working in the world today--in all mediums. 100 different artists give 100 different interpretations of the subject category and each one gives tips, instruction and insight. They reveal what they wanted to say when they painted the picture, the meaning behind the painting and its message, and explanations on their inspiration, motivation and the working methodology for their painting. You will also learn about the variety of effects possible in every medium, the list of colors, supports used, brushes and other tools accompanies each picture, and much more. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 128 pages. International Artist. ISBN 192983439X
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• International Artists 15 Art Maps: How To Paint Watercolors Filled With Bright Color 15 Art Maps  ^new
  

  PRICE: 18.99

  An Art Map is a numbered and referenced grid that artists can scale onto paper to transfer a drawing or painting. Art Maps take the guesswork out of getting started. This book presents 15 superb paintings for you to copy. Dona Abbott invites you to really understand each stunning image as she points out all the essential elements that went into its making. She reinforces each chunk of learning with lots of little diagrams, information about tone and shape, texture, placement and eye path. There's even a color and materials list just to make sure you have all the information you need before you start. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 1/4 in., 96 pages. International Artists, 2004. ISBN 1929834489
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• International Artists Artist's Projects You Can Paint: 10 Floral Watercolors 10 Floral Watercolors  ^new
  

  PRICE: 18.99

  Each of the 10 projects teaches you about a specific area of floral painting. Everything you learn in these projects will build your confidence and knowledge for future paintings in any subject. Each of the 10 project runs over eight information-packed pages. It includes a list of materials you'll need and a preliminary drawing to trace onto a sheet of watercolor paper. Follow the step-by-step instructions, color mixing examples, and details. As you follow the instructions, you'll be given plenty of insight into the whys and why nots of flower painting. By Kathy Dunham. Soft cover, 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 96 pages. International Artist, 2004. ISBN 1929834500
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• International Artists The Watercolor Sky And Clouds Techniques Of 23 International Artists The Wate  ^new
  

  PRICE: 28.49

  Each of the 23 master artists in this book reveals a specific method of painting spectacular, emotive, moody skies. These household name artists from the USA, the UK, Australia, and Canada demonstrate their mastery of the watercolor medium and present new options for the reader. There is something fresh and new for every reader to learn, no matter how long they have been working. This exceptional book combines the most popular medium, watercolor, with the most significant element of the landscape, the sky, in a book that is a blend of magnificent gallery paintings with descriptive captions and 23 start to finish step-by-step demonstrations. An eclectic mix of styles offers food for thought, inspiration and new direction to those who may feel they are floundering around getting nowhere. Hardcover book with jacket measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 144 pages. International Artists, 2004. ISBN 1929834357
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• North Light Artist's Projects You Can Paint: 10 Favorite Subjects In Watercolors Artist's Projects  ^new
  

  PRICE: 18.99

  Are you constantly seeking out new watercolor projects? Search no more. Inside this book you will find 10 no-holds-barred, step-by-step, start-to finish projects. Every project includes a list of challenges and learning points for mastering the skills, a materials lists with tips on the different materials available for optimal use, a preliminary drawing to trace for easy reproduction, along with color mixing examples and pull outs. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 1/4 in., 96 pages. North Light Books, 2004. ISBN 1929834519
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• North Light Bright & Beautiful Flowers In Watercolor Bright & Beautiful Flowers In Watercolor  ^new
  

  PRICE: 26.09

  Bring New Life to Your Paintings. In this book, Jean Spicer shares with you her secrets for using clean, transparent colors and simple design for outstanding watercolor florals. You'll discover all the instruction you need to improve your paintings and create bold, bright florals with impact. Tips, tricks, and techniques include color-mixing charts for clean, bright colors, strategies for developing great composition, and fun exercises and mini-demonstrations for mastering shapes and negative painting. Six complete step-by-step demonstrations for bright, bold florals, each focusing on a specific challenge. Flower painting doesn't get any simpler than this. Hardcover book with jackets measures 9 in. x 11 1/4 in., 128 pages with 240 color illustrations. North Light. ISBN 1581804083
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• North Light Capturing The Magic Light Capturing The Magic Light In Watercolor  ^new
  

  PRICE: 24.93

  Through simple concepts and detailed step-by-step demonstrations, Susan demystifies the process of successfully depicting light in watercolor. You'll learn how to: Create convincing light effects and rich shadows Depict different light angles and time of day Render light on a variety of subjects, from feathers and fur to flowers, water and textures Take reference photos with exciting light and combine them into a believable composition that speaks to your viewers. Transform your art from paintings of objects to paintings of light and you'll find they grow richer and more inspired. Let Susan show you how By Susan D. Bourdet. Hardbound with dust jacket. Measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in. 128 pages. Northlight, 2005. ISBN 1581805837
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• North Light Chinese Painting Techniques For Exquisite Watercolors Chinese Painting Techniques  ^new
  

  PRICE: 19.54

  Known for its simplicity and fluidity of line, traditional Chinese watercolors capture the essence of natural objects with a profound, unmatched beauty. Renowned artist Lian Quan Zhen shows you how to paint in this loose, liberating style through a series of basic demonstrations. This book combines classic Chinese painting principles with Western watercolor methods for breathtaking results. Features 12 step-by-step mini-demonstrations covering everything from brushstrokes to composition. Following Zhen's unique watercolor methods, you will learn to paint entire compositions based on classic Chinese watercolor subjects, including flowers, birds and fish. Mini-demos ensure that artists will successfully render every detail, including eyes, scales, feathers, beaks, petals an more. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 144 pages. ISBN:158180637X. North Light.
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• North Light Create Dramatic Coastal Scenes In Watercolor Create Dramatic Coastal Scenes In Watercol  ^new
  

  PRICE: 25.19

  From the pounding surf to the interior of a fisherman's hut, coastal scenes provide infinite inspiration and drama. This book will teach you how to capture the elements of the coast to make a dynamic watercolor painting. You will learn how to utilize the keys to drama-lighting, scale, value patterns, color, and more-so that you can add intensity to your paintings. You will also learn how to use technical and intuitive thinking when portraying subjects, and how to accurately paint tidal pools and the surf, lobster men and clam diggers, and other elements of coastal life. Hardcover book measures 8 3/4 in. x 11 1/2 in., 128 pages. North Light. ISBN 1929834373
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• North Light Creative Watercolor Workshop Creative Watercolor Workshop  ^new
  

  PRICE: 24.93

  Kick-start your creativity and make better watercolor paintings with Creative Watercolor Workshop. It shows you, whether you're a realistic or semi-realistic watercolor painter, how to unlock your creativity--even if you've suffered from artist's block in the past. Highlights include 25 energizing projects to help you design great paintings, break down creative barriers and broaden your repertoire of techniques, a fascinating section called "The Story Behind the Painting," which offers insights on featured artwork from both the author and the artist, and special lay-flat binding that makes the book perfect for you to take into the studio and refer to as you paint. Spiral bound book with hardcover measures 9 1/4 in. x 11 1/4 in., 128 pages with 200 color and 20 black and white illustrations. North Light, 2005. ISBN 1581808322
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• North Light Fresh & Easy Watercolors For Beginners Fresh & Easy Watercolors For Beginners  ^new
  

  PRICE: 22.49

  Conquer your fear of painting with the loose watercolor medium You'll find it fun and enjoyable using the techniques of Bonnie Frederico. Step by step she walks you through ten colorful projects, including beautiful violets on a memory album, a festive poinsettia on a gift bag and tag, a garden scene on an inviting rock path, and realistic fruit on fabric. The floral, fruit and landscape projects are perfect for beginners. And even if you haven't painted before, you'll be able to experience the true joy of watercolors. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 127 pages, fully illustrated. North Light. ISBN 1581804121
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• North Light Glorious Garden Flowers In Watercolor Paperbound 128 Pages  ^new
  

  PRICE: 20.69

  Take a stroll through the garden with Susan Harrison-Tustain as she shows you how to paint glorious blooming beauties in their natural settings. Susan shares her techniques for capturing vibrant colors, realistic textures and lively dances of light. For a special touch of fun, she'll show you how to add ladybugs, bumblebees, dewdrops, chewed leaves, and other whimsical details to your flower paintings. Lush with large reproductions of Susan's colorful, light-filled florals - along with 3 complete painting demonstrations and 14 mini-demos - this book will teach you to paint flowers with character and life. Paperbound, 128 pages.ISBN:26330002575. NORTH LIGHT
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• North Light Incredible Light & Texture In Watercolor Incredible Light & Texture In Watercolor  ^new
  

  PRICE: 25.51

  Every truly great watercolor painting hinges on the qualities of light and texture. James Toogood shows readers exactly how to use these elements to add more drama, depth and believability to their work. Beginning and advanced artists will appreciate the wealth of instruction, including clear explanations of natural and artificial light, complete step-by-step mini demonstrations that show how to re-create texture and light within the context of a painting, and basic color theory and pigment lessons to help artists get the most from their materials. It's never been easier for painters to enrich their work with breathtaking light and texture Hardcover book with jacket measures 8 3/4 in. x 11 1/4 in., 128 pages. North Light. ISBN 1581804393
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• North Light Light Up Your Watercolors Layer By Layer Light Up Your Watercolors  ^new
  

  PRICE: 26.09

  Watercolorists of all skill levels will find page-after-page of valuable instruction in this intriguing new book. Linda Stevens Moyer shows you how to create transparent watercolors with simple techniques and step-by-step mini-demos. She also provides must-have advice on color theory and the basics of painting light and texture-the individual parts that make up the "language of light." Moyer then shows you how to put this "language" to use to create beautiful, luminous paintings by layering with watercolor. Demos, color wheels, and call-outs to specific areas of paintings illustrate how every technique can be applied to create a radiant finished painting. Finally, five mini-demos allow you to practice the layering process on simple subjects. Three larger demonstrations help you practice your skills on a complete painting. Hardcover book with jacket measures 8 3/4 in. x 11 1/4 in., 128 pages with 225 color and 10 black and white illustrations. North Light Books, 2003. ISBN 1581801890
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• North Light Pouring Light: Layering Transparent Watercolor Pouring Light: Layering Transparent Wate  ^new
  

  PRICE: 24.93

  Through exercises, inspirational paintings, and step-by–step demonstrations, Jean will introduce you to this bold and intriguing method of painting: juicy pigments mixed in separate containers and allowed to flow freely on the wet paper, layered one upon the next in transparent veils of color. Let your watercolor sing as you create color and light effects that are out of this world Hardcover book with jacket measures 8 3/4 in. x 9 1/4 in., 128 pages with 200 color and 20 black and white illustrations. North Light, 2005. ISBN: 1581806051
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• North Light Splash 8: Watercolor Discoveries Splash 8  ^new
  

  PRICE: 28.70

  There's nothing more inspiring than a glimpse into the artistic lives of the country's best contemporary watercolor painters. With page after page of gorgeous artwork covering every conceivable subject, this book showcases nearly 140 paintings by about 100 top artists from around the country, gives you takeaway advice with every piece of artwork-these "discoveries" cover both practical and creative breakthroughs made by the featured artists. Includes popular mixed-media work, as well as translucent watercolor. Hardcover book with jacket measures 9 1/2 in. x 12 1/4 in, 144 pages with 140 color illustrations. North Light. ISBN:1581804423.
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• North Light The Big Fat Book Of Watercolor Basics The Big Fat Book Of Watercolor Basics  ^new
  

  PRICE: 22.49

  This book brings together material from the popular Watercolor: Basics series in one handy compilation at a great value. North Light's editors have taken the best lessons from each book to create a new title that features tips and easy-to-follow demonstrations for beginners. Written in a clear, simple style that demystifies the process of creating beautiful watercolors, this book covers a broad range of topics drawn from each title in the series, including Let's Get Started, Painting Flowers, Color and many more. With 304 pages and an abundance of color illustrations, this book is truly the best single resource for beginning watercolor painters available today. You will love having such a comprehensive guide at your fingertips. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 303 pages. North Light. ISBN 1581801912
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• North Light Watercolor For The Fun Of It: Easy Landscapes Watercolor For The Fun Of It  ^new
  

  PRICE: 15.83

  With this book's no-clutter approach, you will be tackling two of your favorite subjects-watercolor and landscapes-in minutes. Reid's quick start guide gives you a basic overview of materials, terms and exercises to get you off on the right foot. Then it's on to tackling more than 25 step-by-step demonstrations that cover all the basic landscape techniques. Each easy-to-follow exercise arms you with a set of tools, techniques and principles to enrich all your future landscapes. This highly visual guide also includes detailed advice on how to overcome the challenges of painting outdoors and when traveling. It's never been easier-or quicker-to have fun painting outdoor scenes. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 95 pages. North Light. ISBN:1581804296
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• North Light Watercolor: Pour It On Watercolor: Pour It On  ^new
  

  PRICE: 21.38

  Take advantage of the transparent, fluid qualities of watercolor to create striking works of art that glow with color and light You'll find all the advice you need to master special pouring techniques that allow pigments to run free across the paper. There's no need to wory about losing control or making mistakes. Jan Fabian Wallake takes the fear out of flow, empowering you to trust your instincts and create glazes rich in depth and luminosity. She provides: simple guidelines for transforming an ordinary subject into a good composition; fun ways to create a variety of textures that add a unique spark of interest to your painting; and easy-to-follow step-by-step demonstrations that follow the painting process from initial design to final details, and much more. Soft cover, numerous color and black-and-white illustrations, 127 pages. North Light. ISBN 1581801610
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• Putnam Watercolor School Watercolor School: A Practical Guide To Painting With Watercolor  ^new
  

  PRICE: 20.70

  This book by Hazel Harrison is a brilliantly illustrated approach to learning the craft of watercoloring. Complete with visual explanations, Watercolor School will take you through the entire painting process. From choosing the right equipment and workspace, to finding the ideal subject, to displaying your finished product, the exercises in this guide detail every aspect of painting with watercolors. Hardcover book measures 7 3/4 in. x 10 in., 176 pages. ISBN 0895774666. Reader's Digest.
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• Southwater Learn To Paint With Watercolors Learn To Paint With Watercolors Isbn: 1844762157  ^new
  

  PRICE: 15.19

  Aimed at the novice to intermediate-level painter, Learn To Paint With Watercolours features more than 25 practical projects that cover all the key watercolour painting techniques - including washes, masks, resists, spattering, sponging and sgraffito - to help the reader develop their skills as they progress through the book. The practical projects are based on popular painting subjects and include skies, water, trees, flowers, still lifes, buildings and people. In total there are more than 500 colour photographs and examples, both practical and inspirational, to complement the expertly written teaching notes, advice and professional tips. Each painting subject is introduced with an in-depth look at the typical issues it presents, and the most appropriate approaches and techniques are then suggested. Each project is presented with a list of paint colours, types of brush and other materials needed to you have everything to hand. For beginners and more experienced painters alike, this well-presented and authoritative book makes watercolour accessible and easy to tackle. Book specifications: paperback, 160 pgs., 9 in. x 11 1/2 in. Publisher: Southwater, 2005.
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