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| "Abstract Nature : Painting the Natural World with Acrylics, Watercolour and Mixed Media" |
| "Austrian artist Waltraud Nawratil shows you how to combine a love for nature with a passion for expressive painting It is divided into helpful sections to teach the reader how to use acrylics watercolours or airbrushing as well as natural materials such as sand bark and leaves to create captivating pictures full of colour and vitality There is a wealth of stunning abstract pieces by Waltraud which will provide inspiration for more experience painters as well as the beginner The book covers the variations through all seasons teaching the reader to see the natural world with creativity and a fresh new perspective"
Price: 8.99 |
| "Vibrant Oils" |
| "Haidee-Jo Summers' artwork is filled with light and vibrancy Her friendly instructional style will demystify oil painting and show you how to use this traditional medium to create contemporary portraits landscapes still life and more all suffused with the unique warmth and richness of oils This book is ideal for painters at any level of experience from complete beginners looking to start out with oils to advanced painters wishing to pick up new ideas and techniques Fresh bright and accessible this vibrant book is a real feast for the eyes It provides step-by-step instruction projects and numerous examples of Haidee-Jo's finished art from cafes in Seville to her local allotments giving the reader a wealth of inspiration and ideas for producing stunning oil paintings of their own"
Price: 11.99 |
| "Botanical Drawing : A Step-by-Step Guide to Drawing Flowers, Vegetables, Fruit and Other Plant Life" |
| "This book provides a thorough and expert guide to the subject of botanical drawing through detailed text examples of the author's own studies short exercises and larger projects Penny Brown produces traditional botanical drawings primarily rendered in pencil The book touches on the history of botanical drawing the rules and practicalities and includes an accessible basic study of botany for the absolute beginner From creating an initial line drawing to adding tone and then creating more complex compositions Botanical Drawing is a detailed study of the practice for anyone wishing to explore the subject in great depth led by an expert artist"
Price: 9.99 |
| "Jean Haines Colour & Light in Watercolour : New Edition" |
| "In this new and extended edition of her best-selling book in the 'How to Paint' series 'Colour and Light in Watercolour' (first published 2010) Jean Haines has produced a book even more inspirational than the first With 40 per cent new material in the form of new hands-on demonstrations examples of her work and extended text Jean provides a valuable insight into the materials and techniques she uses to inject colour and light into her stunningly beautiful award-winning watercolour paintings Jean's enthusiasm and passion for art is evident throughout the book which is packed full of ideas useful tips expert advice and over 20 step-by-step demonstrations with subjects ranging from atmospheric winter landscapes to bright colourful cockerels all painted in Jean's loose and expressive style artists of all tastes and abilities will not fail to be inspired by her imaginative and exciting use of light and colour"
Price: 10.99 |
| "Figure Drawing: A Complete Guide" |
| "This extensive guide to figure drawing brings together seven books from the successful Art of Drawing series Drawing Techniques Heads and Faces Sketching People Understanding Human Form and Structure The Nude Drawing Hands and Feet and Clothing on Figures This is an essential guide for anyone particularly interested in figure drawing and includes in-depth studies of human anatomy by master artist Civardi Civardi's technical advice and practical tips accompanied by his own outstanding drawings make this an invaluable resource for any portrait artist"
Price: 9.49 |
| "Paint Yourself Calm : Colourful, Creative Mindfulness Through Watercolour" |
| "Meditative peaceful and calming watercolour painting offers a sense of control and self-worth to everyone with no judgement or goal beyond the joy of painting itself This book shows you how to calm and enhance your outlook through the movement of brush on paper Master artist Jean Haines leads you on a journey through paint showing you how to wipe away your worries with the soothing gentle strokes of watercolour paint"
Price: 11.99 |
| "Painting Without Paint : Landscapes with Your Tablet" |
| "'The feel of painting on the tablet screen is surprisingly similar to traditional painting Tablet art is addictive You can produce a painting using no water no paint and creating no mess - it's great!' Matthew Palmer demystifies tablet painting so that you can create beautiful landscapes on your iOS or android tablet with no prior knowledge Perfect for beginners and experienced artists this book is a gateway into the exciting emerging world of digital painting With a close look at the medium's advantages and unique techniques along with information on how to use traditional painting skills you will quickly find yourself immersed in enjoyable and rewarding artwork"
Price: 8.99 |
| "Vibrant Watercolours : How to Paint with Drama and Intensity" |
| "Vibrancy and impact are qualities that experienced watercolour artists aspire to and this book provides a full course in how to push the boundaries of this popular medium Packed with inspirational artworks that cover everything from landscapes and portraits to abstract watercolours this is an exciting book that will not fail to enthuse artists of all abilities who are seeking new ways of expression through their art The book begins with sections on materials and equipment gathering ideas sketching and colour followed by in-depth explorations of line shape and form perspective and space that provide a fascinating insight into the author's method of working The fabulous final section on creating impact will provide all you need to produce stunning artworks that seem to leap off the page With five step-by-step projects to try out the techniques covered in the book this is a truly inspiring guide that will encourage the reader into new ways of painting"
Price: 10.49 |
| "Bird Art : Drawing Birds Using Graphite & Coloured Pencils" |
| "Few creatures symbolise the beauty of the natural world better than birds Their delicacy poise and power combine to create an irresistible subject for the artist In this his first book award-winning artist Alan Woollett captures perfectly in breathtaking detail the exquisite beauty of birds in their natural environments using graphite and coloured pencils often combining both media in the same composition More than a teaching guide this book is a sumptuous source of ideas and inspiration that covers everything from observing birds in the wild to photography composition and setting With clear step-by-step demonstrations and projects to work through as well as numerous examples of the author's stunning artworks this book represents a true masterclass in the art of drawing birds"
Price: 13.49 |
| "From Sketch to Watercolour Painting : Pen, Line and Wash" |
| "Wendy Jelbert begins this book by asking the question 'why sketch?' Her answer is that it is the best way to record inspirational scenes and to capture special moments Through a series of step-by-step projects Wendy demonstrates how to develop your sketching skills and to transform a sketch into a finished painting Everything is covered from capturing detail composition and texture to making the most of your sketchbooks Many of Wendy's finished paintings and the sketches that inspired them are included throughout the book"
Price: 8.99 |
| "Painting Perspective, Depth & Distance in Watercolour" |
| "A lavish expansion and update of Geoff Kersey's bestselling Perspective Depth and Distance title in the Tips & Techniques series this new edition features substantially expanded chapters on the key aspects of perspective along with new artwork and two completely new step-by-step projects"
Price: 10.49 |
| "Painting Watercolour Snow Scenes the Easy Way" |
| "Snow scenes are a popular subject of painters all year round In this inspiring and accessible guide best-selling author and popular tutor Terry Harrison shares a wealth of tips and techniques for painting snow in watercolour Suitable for artists of all abilities Terry shows you how to capture the beauty of snow-covered landscapes using easy techniques The book begins with guidance on colour mixes and brushes for achieving different effects and moves on to step-by-step demonstrations of painting snow-laden trees frozen streams wintry skies falling snow and the warm glow of a low winter sun He provides valuable tips on using photographs for reference and turning a summer landscape into a snow-covered one There's also a section on how to create a traditional Christmas scene and how to turn it into a Christmas card With numerous examples of Terry's beautiful artwork this book is a truly indispensable guide for anyone wishing to paint snow scenes in watercolour"
Price: 8.99 |
| "Terry Harrison's Watercolour Secrets : A Lifetime of Painting Techniques" |
| "Terry Harrison has been an artist since he was 16 years old and during his life has built a formidable reputation as an artist tutor and author This comprehensive and accessible book brings together all he has learnt during his lifetime and provides over 170 tips techniques and trade secrets to help the reader improve their watercolour painting Drawing on material from his best-selling &39;Terry&39;s Top Tips for Watercolour Artists&39; (2008) and &39;Painting Water in Watercolour&39; (2013) Terry begins with what materials to buy using photographs colour and techniques and ends with numerous tips on painting a variety of subjects such as skies distance mountains beaches and boatsTerry has an easy accessible style that artists of all abilities will find easy to understand making this book an invaluable resource that the reader will return to again and again"
Price: 8.99 |
| "How to Make Resin Jewellery : With Over 50 Inspirational Step-by-Step Projects" |
| "Resin jewellery first started in the US around 6 years ago and has now become one of the fastest-growing trends in jewellery making The technique is very simple - you simply mix the two-part resin together and pour into a bezel or pendant Rings pendants brooches cufflinks hairpins and bracelets are all easy to make and look incredibly professional when done In this inspiring book well-known crafter Sara Naumann shows you just how easy and quick resin jewellery is to make using minimal equipment and readily available products and provides over 50 fabulous projects for you to try You can add numerous items to the resin to achieve different effects You can place paper in the bezels to act as a background to the resin - such as old book paper map paper scrapbook paper and photographs Paper can also be painted stencilled or layered with washi tape before being coated with resin Try sheet music for a vintage vibe or origami papers for a fresh contemporary look In addition you can also immerse various items in the resin before it cures such as dried flowers and leaves feathers shells beads and charms or try adding glitter coloured inks nail polish and virtually anything else you can think of The versatility of resin jewellery is awe-inspiring providing papercrafters as well as jewellery-makers with all the skills and inspiration they need to design and make their own stunning pieces"
Price: 8.49 |
| "How to Draw: Hands & Feet : In Simple Steps" |
| "Hands and feet are considered the hardest parts of the body to draw due to the variety of shapes involved and their dynamism; and as a result they are often neglected by artists In this book Susie Hodge who has been teaching practical art for over 17 years will demystify the process in creating these body parts and teach the reader how to draw them with simple illustrated instructions In six stages Hodge builds up the shapes of the hands and feet to create a professional-looking sketch Both beginners and the more advanced artists will benefit from this invaluable easy-to-follow step-by-step guide"
Price: 5.49 |
| "The Complete Guide to Anatomy for Artists & Illustrators" |
| "Originally published in German in 1964 Professor Gottfried Bammes' Die Gestalt des Menschen is still considered the definitive guide to drawing the human form Having undergone numerous editions since it was first published and still much in demand today this the first ever English translation of the complete work has been long awaited Based on the most recent German edition and faithful to the original it contains over 1200 photographs diagrams and drawings including work by the author himself and spans over 500 pages Now both new and experienced English-speaking artists and illustrators can benefit from the vast body of knowledge accumulated and lovingly presented by Professor Bammes in his acclaimed work This comprehensive guide begins with the history of human anatomy for artists and its influence on the development of the artistic visualisation of the body Bammes goes on to explore in depth the human skeleton and musculature; the proportions of the body; the static and dynamic laws of posture and movement; body language; and the interrelationships of the various elements of the body Through his systematic and practical approach to teaching the reader will acquire an in-depth knowledge of anatomy and the ways in which it can be used to express the human form in art"
Price: 31.99 |
| "Sketching People : An Urban Sketcher's Guide to Drawing Figures and Faces" |
| "Drawing people out in the world is exciting; there is an immediacy and honesty to the art you create and each sketch contains a host of memories not just of the individuals captured on the paper but of the place and the moment in time that the sketch occupied But it can also be a challenge how do you spot people who are likely to stay still for you and how do you draw movement for those occasions when they don't! This book provides straight-forward practical help to give beginner sketchers the confidence and ability to draw all sorts of people in a variety of situations With detailed advice on how to put together an Urban Sketching toolkit and the best media to choose for particular situations it will teach you new ways of looking at your subject and different techniques to help you draw more quickly and explore new styles Clearly written and fun to read this book is bursting with inspirational artwork and candid advice which will improve your drawing skills and change the way you sketch forever"
Price: 10.49 |
| "The Oil Painter's Bible : An Essential Reference for the Practising Artist" |
| "Oil paint is such a responsive and versatile medium that no two painters need use it in exactly the same way and since its invention in Renaissance times it has never lost its popularity with artists Amateurs also find it appealing both because it is enjoyable to use and because mistakes can be so easily rectified This compact book explains all the materials techniques and different approaches to painting with oils Step-by-step sequences show how to paint a range of themes from still life to portraits and landscapes with advice on more difficult subjects There are also suggestions for presenting your finished paintings and how to go about getting your work seen and exhibited"
Price: 8.99 |
| "The Watercolour Artist's Bible : An Essential Reference for the Practising Artist" |
| "Watercolour is a wonderful medium but it does sometimes seem to have a "mind of its own" refusing to do quite what is required The keys to success are good planning constant practice and a thorough understanding of your materials so if you are new to painting start by trying out some of the techniques and projects in this book as well as experimenting with different colour mixes and types of paper Marylin Scott shares over 100 step-by-step sequences demonstrating how to paint a wide range of subjects from landscapes to buildings people and still life She also includes tips on presenting your finished work in a professional way building a portfolio and getting it seen"
Price: 8.99 |
| "The Pastel Artist's Bible : An Essential Reference for the Practising Artist" |
| "Discover the unique joys of pastel painting with this easy-to-use guide to one of the most versatile and forgiving mediums Claire Waite Brown provides all the key techniques such as mixing blending scumbling sgraffito hatching and feathering in over 100 visual sequences There is advice on composing your painting using colour adding highlights and shadows and creating textured effects The step-by-step demonstrations range from landscapes and flowers to portraits and still life You&39;ll find plenty to inspire you with this captivating medium with beautiful examples in full-colour photography"
Price: 9.49 |
| "Ready to Paint in 30 Minutes: Landscapes in Watercolour" |
| "This guide to painting watercolour landscapes is ideal if you want to learn to paint but are short on time Broken down into 33 quick and easy paintings that take no more than 30 minutes to complete this basic course will teach you all the skills you need to paint landscapes and their components including trees in winter sparkling water hedgerows and gates animals human figures and buildings in the landscape The 30-minute paintings are all worked at postcard size - ideal for a 6 x 4in (A6) watercolour pad and tracings are included for those with limited drawing skills Each small painting is a work of art in its own right and can be stored in your portfolio for reference later or framed and hung on the wall to impress your friends The book is broken down into chapters that focus respectively on essential watercolour techniques including colour mixing and glazing; laying washes and creating skies and realistic-looking clouds; the rudiments of composition; trees and flowers in a landscape; water- still and moving from stream to open sea; and the living landscape - human and animal figures structures and buildings in the landscape The final section of the book contains three complete paintings that demonstrate how to combine all the techniques and elements of painting landscapes as gleaned from the preceding chapters These paintings too are accompanied by actual-size tracings There are 33 tracings in all to help you compose your own landscape paintings Praise for the Ready to Paint in 30 Minutes series This is a genuinely exciting evolution of a popular series You'll be guided through some simple exercises and on to complete paintings gaining valuable insights that will develop and improve your skills - Henry Malt Artbookreviewnet"
Price: 9.99 |
| "Ready to Paint in 30 Minutes: Street Scenes in Watercolour" |
| "This complete beginner's guide to painting watercolour street scenes is ideal if you want to learn to paint but are short on time Each of the 32 quick and easy exercises takes no more than 30 minutes and will teach you how to create a new street scene element - such as doorways buildings and people - or work an exciting technique - such as creating washes mixing colours and playing with perspective The exercises are all worked at postcard size - ideal for a 6 x 4in (A6) watercolour pad and actual-size tracings are included The book is broken down into eight chapters tone colour perspective the wash edge control brush strokes adding detail and finally putting it all together - this last section contains 3 finished paintings that demonstrate how to integrate a combination of the elements into vibrant and inspiring street scenes; these complete paintings also have an accompanying actual-size tracing"
Price: 8.99 |
| "How to Paint Flowers & Plants : In Watercolour" |
| "A complete guide to painting flowers and plants in watercolour by a bestselling author and experienced inspirational artist Janet Whittle's vibrant and evocative compositions capture all the glory and beauty of flowers In this beautiful book you can learn Janet's creative techniques and approach for capturing the beauty of flowers in her paintings Detailed sections on materials drawing composition and techniques are followed by clear step-by-step projects and with numerous examples of Janet's gorgeous artwork to inspire you this is a unique and invaluable resource for anyone who enjoys painting flowers or wishes to learn how to"
Price: 10.49 |
| "How to Paint Skies" |
| "Skies are an important part of landscape paintings setting the tone of the scene as a whole and often representing the dominant feature of the composition In this revised and updated edition of Painting Skies which includes material from Geoff's Top Tops for Watercolour Artists Geoff Kersey imparts his knowledge and expertise to artists of all abilities demonstrating how to paint skies that give a sense of cohesion place and atmosphere to your landscape paintings Painting skies is also the best way to learn how watercolour behaves and there is a large section at the start of the book that explains the techniques you need to produce a broad range of effects Including a stormy sky a summer sky an evening glow a sunset and low cloud This comprehensive guide also includes information on the materials you need drawing and sketching using photographs composition colour and perspective and throughout the book are examples of Geoff's finished artworks to provide inspiration and ideas for compositions of your own The book finishes with six glorious step-by-step projects to put into practice all you have learnt and give you the confidence to incorporate stunning skies into your own watercolour landscape paintings"
Price: 10.49 |
| "The Bag Boutique : 20 Bright and Beautiful Bags to Sew" |
| "Add a gorgeous finishing touch to any outfit!This mouthwateringly colourful book contains 20 beautiful bags to sew from popular designer Debbie von Grabler-Crozier It includes a huge variety of different styles and sizes from totes and bucket bags to backpacks clutches and shoulder bags and Debbie makes each one easy The book contains a complete guide to all the techniques needed shown using easy-to-follow step-by-step photography Also included is a section on creating beautiful finishing touches including embroidery applique crocheted flowers beaded charms and labelling All the templates required are included on a handy pull-out sheet"
Price: 10.49 |
| "How to Draw: Mandalas : In Simple Steps" |
| "This easy-to-follow book teaches the reader how to draw a wonderful variety of mandalas using very simple steps Well-known doodler Ann Marie Irvine owner of AnnsDoodlescom includes a good selection of simple and more complex mandala designs From flowers to seashells even beginners will soon be able to create great drawings using these illustrations as a guide Numerous examples of Ann's drawings can be seen on her website which she set up in 2007 and her work is available to buy from her Facebook page (wwwfacebookcomAnnsd00dles) and from Etsy (wwwetsycomukshopAnnsdoodles)"
Price: 5.49 |
| "Drawing for the Absolute Beginner" |
| "The author Carole Massey is an accomplished artist with many years' experience of teaching and demonstrating and even the most hesitant of beginners will soon pick up the skills and techniques needed to start drawing The book is a complete drawing course designed to help you progress from simple techniques such as lines circles squares and ellipses through to capturing landscapes figures and buildings There are numerous simple step-by-step demonstrations as well as larger projects and outline tracings are provided of the more complex drawings that you can transfer straight onto your paper if you wish to use them Most of the artworks in the book are created using pencil but the author also uses ink ballpoint pen pastel pencil and watersoluble pencils to encourage you to experiment with other media too By the end of the book you will have learnt all you need to know to take your drawing skills further and become an accomplished artist in your own right"
Price: 10.49 |
| "Girl with a Sewing Machine : The No-Fuss Guide to Making and Adapting Your Own Clothes" |
| "This beautiful instructive book from The Great British Sewing Bee's Jenniffer Taylor shows you how to make and adapt your own clothes without the need for shop-bought patterns Using Jenniffer's fun and imaginative ideas this book will teach you how to get started transforming unloved items of clothing into new and exciting outfits; how to customise clothes with doilies tassels tie-dyeing and block printing; and finally how to measure yourself create patterns and make clothes from scratch including dresses skirts tops trousers and a coat The book is packed with all the tricks of the trade that Jenniffer has learned along her sewing journey and it will get you started on your own sewingrevolution!"
Price: 10.49 |
| "Wild : A Journey from Lost to Found" |
| "At twenty-six Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything In the wake of her mother's rapid death from cancer her family disbanded and her marriage crumbled With nothing to lose she made the most impulsive decision of her life to walk eleven-hundred miles of the west coast of America and to do it alone She had no experience of long-distance hiking and the journey was nothing more than a line on a map But it held a promise - a promise of piecing together a life that lay shattered at her feet"
Price: 6.99 |
| "Architectural Details : A Visual Guide to 2000 Years of Building Styles" |
| "Do you know a Doric column when you see one? Of course But what about an entablature a hypostyle a pylon or a pagoda? Architectural Details uses beautifully engraved plates from the great works of architectural history to illustrate a show-and-tell journey round the architecture of civilizations east and west from Ancient Egypt to the Industrial Revolution Most of the drawings and engravings have been taken from early sources unparalleled for their elegance and delicacy of line as well as for the amount of fine detail they offer Extended captions and annotation supply you with a complete naming of parts which as well as identifying and defining the correct terminology will help you to understand how architects have planned and made the buildings of the past from Amenhotep to Palladio and Vitruvius to Wren"
Price: 14.49 |
