In this title, Claudia Nice turns her attention to trees, revealing how to draw & paint realistic, expressive trees, foliage & landscapes in all popular media. This title shows how to observe trees either in the field or in photos, how to accurately draw species' shapes, then interpret colours, shapes & textures on canvas. Step-by-step demonstrations range from extreme textural close-ups of leaves & bark to full landscapes with trees as the main subject. It covers a range of styles from botanical to loose watercolours, &
Includes: colour charts to show how to mix the varying shades of foliage & bark. It uses comprehensive instructions along with over 350 reference photos, line drawings, field sketches & studies to clearly teach the subject.
About the Author
Claudia Nice is the author of 12 successful North Light books includeing Down by the Sea with Brush & Pen. Well-known by both fine artists & decorative painters, her friendly voice & clear instruction appeal to many artists.