- SKU: 9781782219439
- BARCODE: 9781782219439
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Botanical Watercolours Through the Seasons: An All-Year-Round Guide to Painting Flowers and Plants - Hardcover
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Description
by Sandrine Maugy (Author)
Immerse yourself in the art of botanical painting with 12 exquisite, step-by-step projects designed to capture the beauty of each season.
- Sandrine's ethical approach to materials, including sustainably sourced paper, cruelty-free brushes, and eco-friendly paints.
- A comprehensive overview of botanical painting tools, workspace setup, and foundational techniques for botanical watercolors.
- Color theory insights specific to botanical subjects, including how to create realistic shadows without unnatural grays.
Organized by season, each chapter offers unique techniques to bring life to seasonal plants--like delicate spring bulbs or vibrant winter berries--paired with Sandrine's own inspiring botanical artwork. Step-by-step tutorials provide:
- Beginner, intermediate, and advanced options within each chapter
- Seasonal inspirations like spring daffodils, summer sweet peas, autumn ginkgo leaves, and a stunning winter holly star composition.
With a foreword by Tom Brown, Head Gardener at West Dean College of Arts and Conservation, this book invites readers to embrace the beauty of nature through painting, whether they follow it seasonally or focus on their favorite plants. Let this guide inspire your creative journey and deepen your connection to the natural world.
Author Biography
Sandrine Maugy is an award-winning botanical artist, author and illustrator, member of the Society of Botanical Artists and the Association of Illustrators. Sandrine exhibits her work internationally and regularly writes articles for Artists & Illustrators magazine. Sandrine teaches at West Dean and paints and writes from her studio and garden in the South of England.
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