Learn how to analyze the structure of flowers and break them down into simple shapes; create delightful compositions; mix beautiful flower colors, from delicate pastels to rich and vibrant hues.

With over 100 step-by-step sequences demonstrating how to paint a wide range of subjects using watercolours, Marilyn Scott provides techniques from composition, brushwork and blending, to special effects like stippling and adding lustre.

The new edition of the essential guide to painting watercolour flowers, which has sold over 180,000 copies worldwide. A perfect, portable size for you to keep handy in the studio and reference often, and with more than 100 step-by-step sequences and diagrams inside, demonstrating how to paint a wide range of flowers from delicate bluebells and daisies, to intricate hyacinths, roses and lilies. The Watercolour Flower Artist's Bible makes the learning process simple and fun for beginning painters, as well as providing useful tips for more advanced artists.

This guide to pastel painting includes sections on materials, the principles of color, techniques, and a final section on subjects that is designed to help you learn by example.

You can paint beautiful blooms, step by step! Sunflowers, orchids, daffodils, lilies...your brush can bring these and more to life with Paint Watercolor Flowers. Master watercolorist Birgit O'Connor guides you every step of the way, from selecting essential watercolor supplies, to practicing basic painting techniques, to capturing the unique details of a variety of flowers, to showing them off in striking, color-rich compositions. Learn how to paint nine different flowers, with each demonstration covering important concepts you need for successful results. Friendly, easy-to-follow instructions make flower painting fun and doable for any artist, whether you are new to the medium or simply want to try a subject you haven't painted before. • Detailed instruction on color, value, creating shadows, composition and more • 3 negative painting demonstrations • 9 start-to-finish flower painting demonstrations exploring topics such as creating backgrounds, layering color, values in white flowers, values in colored flowers and much more Learn to play with gorgeous color and water effects, expressing yourself with the unparalleled beauty of nature's bouquet.

Boudon shows you how to paint beautiful flowers in simple steps. Whether you're looking to decorate your journal pages, create unique wall art, or make personalized cards and gifts, this guide will teach you all you need to succeed. -- adapted from back cover.