Watercolor for the Serious Beginner: Basic Lessons in Becoming a Good Painter (Practical Art Books)

Watercolor for the Serious Beginner: Basic Lessons in Becoming a Good Painter (Practical Art Books)
by Mary Whyte

Watercolor for the Serious Beginner: Basic Lessons in Becoming a Good Painter (Practical Art Books)
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Author: Mary Whyte
Brand: Watson Guptill
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1997-07-01
ISBN: 0823056600
Number of pages: 144
Publisher: Watson-Guptill

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Book Review: watercolor for the serious beginner
Summary: 5 Stars

I have just joined up with AMAZON and am so excited about the selection of art technique books. I teach in the water medium and own many of the books listed. There is one review I would like to add and that is "Watercolor for The Serious Beginner",by Mary Whyte, 1997. The title sounds simple, however there is a a wealth of info for the students as well as accomplished artists. It is far from the basic of basics, which we all need periodically. I have viewed Mary's watercolors at a gallery in Charleston, S.Carolina. The paintings place you in there settings of great nostalgic memories and personalities. You would like to visit with Mary and tell her you,too,have been there. Mary shares all of her w/c knowledge in this book,and has been published in American Artist Watercolor as well a monthly publication, focusing on portraiture. Her still life ptgs. in the book are equally as instructional again and again.

Summary of Watercolor for the Serious Beginner: Basic Lessons in Becoming a Good Painter (Practical Art Books)

Develop from a serious beginner into a dedicated professional artist. This book speaks to readers who have a strong desire to become accomplished watercolorists. Even if you've never tried the medium before, if you're committed to learning, you will soon discover how to achieve the luminous effects found in the paintings throughout these pages.

Beginning with an overview of materials and the basics of drawing, composition, color, and value, Mary Whyte then shares with readers her expertise in the techniques of watercolor painting. Practical instruction and illustrated step-by-step demonstrations are provided, covering the genres of still life, landscape, and figures and portraits.

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