Intended for beginners, this book offers suggestions on equipment and techniques for creating different textures, and gives tips on how to actually see what is being painted.

The only instructional ebook on watercolour you will ever need. Trying your hand at watercolour painting? Or looking to advance your range of artistic skills? Watercolour Techniques for Artists and Illustrators is for you. Beginning with the basics - such as honing your observational skills, choosing a subject, and learning about composition - it then takes a comprehensive, in-depth look at techniques to expand your repertoire. With expert advice from artists and illustrators working across a range of styles - from classic to cutting-edge contemporary - this ebook will equip you with the skills and confidence to develop your own style and grow as an artist.

The twenty basic lessons adapted from the winning ways of watercolor for easy student and studio use

Learn how to master watercolor working techniques to create your own successful paintings.

This uniquely expert source, filled with beautiful illustrations, brings together key styles, views and techniques from established members of the Royal Watercolour Society to provide an inspirational introduction to the art of watercolour.

Watercolor is the medium of choice for visual artists today, and this practical guide is a must-have for beginners and experienced painters alike. Everything watercolorists need to bring their vision alive on paper is here: how to follow the inner rhythm of the water, when to stop and reflect and when to take instant action, and how to choose the appropriate surface, color, and brushstroke. All wet-on-wet techniques are explored and a series of vibrant sample pieces break down the painting process to educate and inspire.