This DVD by up & coming artist Matthew Palmer covers the three main areas that some people find most difficult to paint in watercolour paintingsskies, trees & water. Divided into a series of lessons this DVD is designed as a companion to you as you paint. Matthew's teaching style is exciting & easy to follow as he first covers some of the basics & demonstrates how to paint people using masking fluid. In the first project Matthew shows you how to paint an atmospheric seascape with a cloudy sky, showing you just how easy it is to create fluffy clouds & cast shadows on a quiet beach. He then moves onto paint an autumn river landscape where he shows you how to add depth & ripples to the water. In his final project of a summer tree Matthew teaches you how to create a realistic tree by stippling & removing colour to reveal highlights. This NEW DVD really is a great addition to any watercolour artist's DVD collection. DVD: 150mins Please note this DVD title is only available in PAL format & therefore is unlikely to play in North America, Japan, South Korea & some of the Pacific Islands. However, all DVDs will play on personal computers & laptops. Author: Matthew Palmer Tape Length: 150mins ...

Have you always wanted to learn to draw but feel you never have the time? If you're a beginner, this book shows that it only takes a weekend to learn to draw, & if you are more experienced you'll find new ways of working. Artist & author Richard Taylor guides you through exercises that can be completed in your spare time. Draw any subject from basic geometric shapes Start simply & gain the confidence to move on to more complex subjects Begin indoors with familiar objects in comfortable surroundings, then gradually move through the house, into the garden & into the wider world Learn how to work in graphite pencils & with a variety of other media & materials to create drawings with flair & character Test your new skills with projects & smaller tasks that take just a few minutes to complete THIS ISSUE ONLY
- BOOK OF THE MONTH! Book: David & Charles. Paperback. 123 pages. Part colour Author: Richard Taylor ISBN: 9780715324240
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Popular TV artist Alwyn Crawshaw demonstrates all the basic techniques of painting in this versatile, modern medium of acrylics. Ideal for beginners, this book & DVD set tackles practical aspects of acrylic painting such as mixing colours, learning brush control, & understanding perspective, shape & form. There are also many exercises & step-by-step demonstration paintings of a variety of subjects including landscapes, seascapes, boats, flowers & still life. Book: Collins ? Paperback ? 64 pages ? Colour throughout DVD: 60 mins Please note this DVD title is only available in PAL format & therefore is unlikely to play in North America, Japan, South Korea & some of the Pacific Islands. However, all DVDs will play on personal computers & laptops. Author: Alwyn Crawshaw Tape Length: 60 mins ...

Learn to Paint Acrylics is just one of the top-selling titles in the excellent Collins Learn to Paint series. The book contains thorough yet accessible instruction & stunning artwork by popular TV artist, Alwyn Crawshaw. Alwyn Crawshaw demonstrates all the basic methods of painting in this exciting, modern medium of acrylics. Acrylics can be used like oil paint (but without the long drying time), or watered down to look like watercolour
- bringing a new adaptability to your painting. There are many step-by-step demonstration paintings of a variety of subjects -- landscapes, seascapes, boats, flowers & still life. Book: Collins ? Paperback ? 64 pages ? Colour throughout Author: Alwyn Crawshaw ISBN: 9780007271818
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Alwyn Crawshaw's knowledge & advice on the versatile medium of acrylics will soon have you painting your own masterpieces. Follow easy to instruction about colour mixing, compostion & perspective, as Alwyn creates two paintings step-by-step. DVD: 60 mins Please note this DVD title is only available in PAL format & therefore is unlikely to play in North America, Japan, South Korea & some of the Pacific Islands. However, all DVDs will play on personal computers & laptops. Medium: 15 Subject: 2 Subject: 33 Author: Alwyn Crawshaw Tape Length: 60 mins ...

Jackie Simmonds shows you how you can simplify the drawing of different flowers. Basic flower shapes & full demonstration, including composition. Lots of information. A wonderful new DVD. DVD: 60 mins Please note this DVD title is only available in PAL format & therefore is unlikely to play in North America, Japan, South Korea & some of the Pacific Islands. However, all DVDs will play on personal computers & laptops. Medium: 13 Author: Jackie Simmonds Tape Length: 60 mins Subject: 8 ...

With Jackie's advice & guidance you can capture the beauty of your garden. This DVD is full of practical demonstrations & including help with composition, shadow & highlights. DVD: 52 mins Please note this DVD title is only available in PAL format & therefore is unlikely to play in North America, Japan, South Korea & some of the Pacific Islands. However, all DVDs will play on personal computers & laptops. Author: Jackie Simmonds Medium: 13 Tape Length: 52 mins Subject: 8 ...

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This DVD provides practical advice on how to develop your skills & increase your confidence in watercolour painting. John demonstrates the importance of light in a painting & how to create the impression of light in your watercolours. DVD: 60 mins Please note this DVD title is only available in PAL format & therefore is unlikely to play in North America, Japan, South Korea & some of the Pacific Islands. However, all DVDs will play on personal computers & laptops. Medium: 1 Author: John Lidzey Tape Length: 60 mins Subject: 12 ...

In this easy to follow DVD, Alwyn introduces you to oil colours, brushes, surfaces & palettes. His expert teaching on painting thick & thin & different brush techniques will give the confidence you need to start painting in oils; with outstanding results. DVD: 143 mins Please note this DVD title is only available in PAL format & therefore is unlikely to play in North America, Japan, South Korea & some of the Pacific Islands. However, all DVDs will play on personal computers & laptops. Medium: 2 Subject: 1 Subject: 2 Author: Alwyn Crawshaw Tape Length: 143 mins ...