Country Landscapes in Watercolor

ISBN: 0823016161

Author: Blockley, John

Condition: Used

Country Landscapes in Watercolor offers a fresh, adventurous approach to watercolor landscapes for artists, art students, and hobbyists already familiar with basic techniques, who would like to paint land in a new and challenging way. Topics discussed include how to: Create rough and fine textures; convey warm and cool light; paint soil, snow, mountain slopes, trees, cottages, skies, and distance; describe scenes realistically and as abstractions; handle architectural detail and close-ups of farm objects; harmonize and balance contrasting shapes, patterns, and textures; express summer, winter, and spring sunlight and bright, shimmering light; and direct the eye to the center of interest through values, line, and pattern. 40 black-and-white illustrations, 112 color plates, and an index complete the volume.

• Art Instruction: Advice on composing and texturing panoramas and close-ups-- with suggested projects and exercises. 144 pages. 8 1/4 X 11 (21 X 28 cm.) 40 black-and-white illustrations. 112 color plates. Index. ISBN 0-8230-1616-1.