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PublisherSearch Press, The Limited
ISBN-101844484513
ISBN-139781844484515
eBay Product ID (ePID)218889154
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Book TitleBilly Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2016
TopicTechniques / Watercolor Painting, Subjects & Themes / Plants & Animals
IllustratorYes
GenreArt
AuthorBilly Showell
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight35.7 Oz
Item Length10.1 in
Item Width9.3 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
ReviewsBotanical artists Billy Showell's highly accomplished paintings give a contemporary twist to the traditional art of botanical painting, and have received worldwide acclaim. In "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" she draws upon her years of experience and expertise to produce an impressive compendium of simply stunning works of art. As an instruction manual, "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" covers every aspect of botanical painting, including the materials and tools needed, preserving specimens, drawing, painting, color mixing and composition. Richly illustrated throughout with step-by-step demonstrations and examples of her work, "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" is a visual feast as well as an invaluable source of expert guidance and inspiration. With a diverse range of subjects that include flowers, foliage, fruit and vegetables, Billy provides an insight into her painting techniques that artists of all abilities will find both informative and inspirational. "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" is thoroughly 'user friendly' in tone, commentary, organization and presentation, making it an ideal and very highly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, and academic library Art Studies instructional reference collections in general, and Botanical Art supplemental studies reading lists in particular. It should be noted for students and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the subject that "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" is also available in a Kindle format ($22.30),., Botanical artists Billy Showell's highly accomplished paintings give a contemporary twist to the traditional art of botanical painting, and have received worldwide acclaim. In "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" she draws upon her years of experience and expertise to produce an impressive compendium of simply stunning works of art. As an instruction manual, "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" covers every aspect of botanical painting, including the materials and tools needed, preserving specimens, drawing, painting, color mixing and composition. Richly illustrated throughout with step-by-step demonstrations and examples of her work, "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" is a visual feast as well as an invaluable source of expert guidance and inspiration. With a diverse range of subjects that include flowers, foliage, fruit and vegetables, Billy provides an insight into her painting techniques that artists of all abilities will findboth informative and inspirational. "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" is thoroughly 'user friendly' in tone, commentary, organization and presentation, making it an ideal and very highly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, and academic library Art Studies instructional reference collections in general, and Botanical Art supplemental studies reading lists in particular. It should be noted for students and non-specialist general readers with an interest inthe subject that "Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour" is also available in a Kindle format ($22.30),.
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal751.422434
Table Of ContentIntroduction Materials Getting started Working from life Observation Drawing Using a brush Painting techniques Troubleshooting Painting detail Adding pattern Creating texture Painting multi-headed flowers Painting from enlarged photographs Colour and colour mixing Composition Stretching and finishing Glossary Index
SynopsisBilly Showell is a well-respected botanical watercolour artist, and her exceptional eye for detail and ability to re-create the form, texture, colour and patterning of a wide range of plants have earned her a formidable reputation worldwide. Her compositions are given a contemporary, sometimes playful twist, while retaining all the beauty and accuracy of traditional botanical paintings. In this inspiring and indispensable guide for botanical artists, she reveals the materials, methods and techniques she uses to attain her stunningly beautiful portraits of flowers, fruit and vegetables. There is expert guidance on tools and materials, working from life, observation, and drawing and painting techniques, as well as detailed sections on pattern, texture, and colour and colour mixing. With numerous step-by-step studies, close-up photographs and examples of Billy's exquisite paintings, this book is not only packed full of invaluable advice and information but also a visually stunning showcase for the work of this amazing artist.
LC Classification NumberND2244
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- 09. Jul. 2022
BillyShowell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour Hardcover
Very good book. Highly recommend.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 02. Aug. 2023
Big hard copy book.
Good book for watercolor.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 05. Jun. 2024
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