This is the fourth title in Collins' Artist's Studio series for the intermediate painter. Ann Blockley is a very successful artist, known for the innovative way in which she uses... more
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This is the fourth title in Collins' Artist's Studio series for the intermediate painter. Ann Blockley is a very successful artist, known for the innovative way in which she uses texture as a key element in her work, and this book looks specifically at how she achieves her stunning effects. Creating texture in watercolour can be quite a challenge but this book provides a fresh approach to the subject. It focuses on a wide range of unusual techniques, some of which depart from the more conventional methods, revealing how to portray texture by a variety of means. Ann explains how to manipulate the paint by lifting out colour, scraping and scratching the paint, and by using additional materials such as wax, clingfilm, salt and metallic pigments. She also explains how the surface itself can play an important role in the effects that can be achieved, and experiments with acrylics, inks, gouache and collage as well as watercolour. In later chapters Ann looks at the creative process and provides insights into how to develop ideas, then concentrates on how to portray texture in specific subjects, such as flowers and foliage, animals, still life, buildings and landscapes.Key features of the book include: / Explore Further exercises / Studio Tips / Practical projects / Step-by-step demonstrations In order to provide a broader view and different styles of painting, the work of several guest artists is also featured -- John Blockley, Moira Huntly and Shirley Trevena. Other titles in the series: Loosen Up Your Watercolours, Judi Whitton Secrets of Watercolour Success, Hazel Soan Vibrant Watercolours, Shirley Trevena (October 2006)
Advantages: concise text, great value Disadvantages: none
...As an amateur artist, I had previously worked in oils, inks, charcoal, pencils, pastels etc.
One medium I was loathe to try was watercolours.
After watching that great tv programme, watercolour challenge, I reallly wanted to try this out.
Not knowing what outlay was needed for the basics, I sought a general book on watercolours.
To my delight I found the book to go with the series in Ottowar book stores. This is a discounted book shop, at £12.99 for a large, impressive book, this was a bargain.
Created by Planet 24 for the channel 4 series, this book covers anything you need to get started.
From a basic point of view to an experienced artist, this is a must have book.
Broken down into 10 chapters, it is worth listing each one.
1) Paint basics.
2)Colour theory
3)Brush strokes
4)Using sketches
5)Drawing media
6)Planning techniques
7...
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Advantages: Unique, Quirky, Adorable book Disadvantages: Nothing! Nothing! Nothing!
...can't be stopped.
Some of you will have read my gushing review of Oliver Jeffer's 'How to Catch a Star'. Those of you that did will know how impressed I was with not only his writing style but also his gorgeous and unique illustrations. Finding his award winning Lost and Found staring back at me from the WHSmith bookshelf was all the excuse I needed to buy another book for Kyle - well, it was one of three I just HAD to have!
There may be some duplication from the How to catch a Star review i.e. About the author etc.
Author/Illustrator: Oliver Jeffers
Publisher: Harper Collins
Publish Date: September 2005
Genre: Children's Picture Book
Pages: 32
Age Suitability: 3-5
RRP: £5.99 at WHSmith Amazon: £4.79
***Who is Oliver Jeffers*** (Taken from How to catch a Star Review)
Oliver Jeffers, born in Western Australia but brought up in Belfast...
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Advantages: Really interesting material Disadvantages: You cant put it down & end up straining your eyes
...Lucky Santangelo the wildly beautiful business woman embarks on a new business venture as she tries to buy Panther studios from its aged owner Abe Panther, Abe is reluctant to sell however Know's that he can no longer handle all the pressure of a studio and it would give him great pleasure if he was to pull the studio from under the nose's of his daughter's & thier counter parts. Abe's daughter Abigaile's husband Mickly Stolli has been ripping abe off by diverting profits into oversea's accounts and drugs deals. Abe knows something is happening and is out to expose his no good son in law. So the deal is made that Lucky would be employed as a secretary (under cover) and is to find out exactly what is going on. Then when Abe has got enough BOOM! Lucky is suddenly head of Panther Studio's and Micky stolli and his sicko movie rubbish...
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