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Complete Guide to Watercolor Painting (Dover Art Instruction),New
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The author of this superb guide was not only a renowned watercolor painter but also a brilliant teacher with an unmatched talent for conveying to his students the techniques and aesthetic philosophy underlying great paintings. Years after becoming awardwinning painters themselves, his students still quote his 'Whitneyisms' to remind themselves of all that is most important in creating art. This fine guide, the distillation of Edgar Whitney's teaching, is one of the most useful, comprehensive, and popular watercolor painting books every published almost a cult classic. Starting with the nutsandbolts basics including choice of paper, colors, palette, and brushes and with exercises to give the beginner experience in using washes on both dry and wet paper, the book presents a full course of watercolor painting. The author gives specific, detailed instructions for creating landscapes and for painting portraits and figures instructions that come vividly to life in two 16page fullcolor sections showing the steps involved in creatiang seven of his own watercolors. Other chapters focus on drawing; the principles and elements of design; and matting, framing, and selling completed works of art. Beautifully designed and illustrated, this invaluable book will be treasured by all watercolorists from complete beginners to experienced painters looking for ways to improve their own paintings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Complete Guide to Watercolor Painting'? A: The book focuses on teaching essential watercolor painting techniques and aesthetic philosophies, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced painters.
- Q: Who is the author of this watercolor painting guide? A: The author is Edgar A. Whitney, a renowned watercolor painter and a respected teacher known for his effective teaching methods.
- Q: What topics are covered in this watercolor painting guide? A: The guide covers various topics including choice of materials, painting techniques, creating landscapes, portraits, and the principles of design.
- Q: How many pages does 'Complete Guide to Watercolor Painting' have? A: The book contains 176 pages filled with instructional content and illustrations.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is designed for beginners, providing step-by-step exercises and clear instructions to help them learn the basics of watercolor painting.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Complete Guide to Watercolor Painting' published? A: The book was published on July 23, 2001.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, it includes two 16-page full-color sections that vividly illustrate the steps involved in creating seven of the author's watercolors.
- Q: Can this book help improve my painting skills? A: Yes, it offers detailed instructions and exercises aimed at helping both beginners and experienced painters enhance their skills.
- Q: Is this book considered a classic in the watercolor community? A: Yes, it is regarded as one of the most useful and comprehensive watercolor painting books, often described as a cult classic among watercolorists.