Clear, practical & easy-to-follow, this book draws the reader into understanding the principles of perspective using simple techniques, tips & step-by-step demonstrations. From sketches through to final paintings, Geoff shows how to incorporate linear & aerial perspective, how to create depth & distance with light & shade, & how to breathe a sense of realism into a picture. Flat, dull landscapes can be changed into vibrant scenes full of life with sunlight & shadows; distance can be enhanced by placing warm colours in the foreground & cool colours in the background; foreground detail & soft background images can lead your eye into a picture. Book: Search Press. Paperback. 96 pages. Colour throughout Medium: 1 Author: Geoff Kersey ISBN: 1844480143 Subject: 2 ...

Using a vibrant & colourful palette, Arnold Lowrey clearly illustrates all the techniques from laying initial washes to adding interest & detail. The book

Includes:: a series of step-by-step demonstrations to build up skills & confidence in the most inexperienced artist. This book initially concentrates on materials, then techniques & eventually drifts to the section on starting to paint. By the time you finish this book you will have explored a vast array of subject matters & you should have a good grasp of painting in Watercolour. Book: Search Press. Paperback. 96 pages. Colour throughout Medium: 24 Author: Arnold Lowrey ISBN: 1903975239

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The late Zoltan Szabo was one of the leading exponents of the concise teaching aid. This timely reissue is one of his classics
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Practical tips & techniques to get you started in watercolour. Packed full of easy to follow step-by-step exercises
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Let Terry show you how to paint trees the easy way. Starting with the basics, you'll learn with the help of many studies, how to paint branches, leaves, trunks & foliage. Following on from that Terry will teach you how to paint simple trees in summer, autumn & winter. At the end of this DVD you will be painting a complete winter landscape, including all the techniques covered. By the end of this DVD you won't worry when you have a scene that

Includes:: trees to paint
- you'll be able to tackle it head on with complete confidence. All it really takes is a little tuition & practice
- so what are you waiting for? DVD: 65 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: Terry Harrison Tape Length: 65 mins



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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 Tape Length: 60 mins Author: John Lidzey Subject: 12 ...

Special offer to members
- buy anything from the Home Shop Catalogue Issue 96 & get ' Watercolour Workshop DVD with John Lidzey'
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Frank Halliday's relaxed & simple style makes this the perfect DVD for anyone who wants to paint watercolour with minimum effort, to maximum effect. He explains how to construct both calm & dramatic skies, & demonstrates simple tree-painting techniques. Combining these skills & using simple tones, Frank shows you how to paint a selection of scenes with richness & quality. Running Time: 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. Subject: 2 Author: Frank Halliday Tape Length: 60 mins Medium: 1 ...

Learn how to paint beautiful floral watercolours in just one weekend! - Discover the right materials & learn the basic watercolour techniques for successful flower painting. - Work through the exercises & tips on the Saturday pages, then follow each step-by-step Sunday project to paint a complete picture. - The six projects
- single flower, group of white flowers, indoor still life, outdoor close up, autumn flowers & wild flowers
- cover all you need to get started. - Combine the techniques & skills to choose, compose & paint your own subjects & compositions. Jill Bays is the author of many successful books on art including " The Watercolourist's Garden" & " Drawing Workbook". She is a regular contributor to the leisure painting press, teaches classes & holiday courses, & is well known to the wider public through the publication of greeting cards. Book: David & Charles. Hardback. 122 pages. Colour throughout Author: Jill Bays ISBN: 9780715316375

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Would you really like to paint, but your drawing skills let you down? Then this book is perfect for you! Providing nine re-usable floral pull-out tracings, covering step-by-step guidance, this book shows you just how to bring them to life with watercolours & included is a clear guide on how to transfer the tracings to your paper. This book will help you paint beautiful pictures with ease, allowing you to develop the artist within you! Please Note: Wendy uses the colour Rose Lake in this book but quite a few members have had problems finding this colour. The closest alternative is W&N Permanent Rose (see Stock Codes WNA5502 or WNA37502). Search Press. Paperback. 48 pages. Colour throughout Medium: 1 Author: Wendy Tait ISBN: 9781844482849 Subject: 2 Subject: 6 ...