Immerse yourself in the rhythm of nature with "Botanical Watercolours Through the Seasons." This stunning book takes you on a journey through the year, capturing the essence of each season through the delicate art of botanical watercolours.
Begin your artistic exploration with a detailed introduction to Sandrine's ethically sourced materials and tools. Discover her workspace and delve into the key techniques employed in painting botanical watercolours. Sandrine shares her expertise on colour theory, exploring how it relates to botanical subjects and unveiling the secrets of creating realistic shadows without relying on unnatural "grey" tones.
The book unfolds with four main chapters, each focusing on a particular season. Within each chapter, you'll find techniques tailored to painting the plants that thrive during that time of year. From papery bulbs that bloom in spring to jewel-like berries that adorn the winter landscape, Sandrine provides insightful guidance and showcases her stunning botanical artwork.
Botanical Watercolours Through the Seasons offers a range of tutorials to accommodate artists of all levels. Each chapter includes three step-by-step tutorials, progressively increasing in complexity. Whether you're a relative beginner, an intermediate artist, or an experienced creative, you'll find inspiration and guidance to enhance your skills. From vibrant spring daffodils to delicate summer sweet peas, whimsical autumn ginkgo biloba leaves, and a striking holly star composition to close the winter chapter, there's something for every botanical art enthusiast.
With a foreword by Tom Brown, Head Gardener at West Dean College of Arts and Conservation, this book celebrates Sandrine's botanical knowledge and the importance of documenting the natural rhythms of our green spaces. Whether you choose to follow the book season-by-season or focus on the plants that resonate with you, "Botanical Watercolours Through the Seasons" invites you to celebrate the beauty of nature through captivating watercolour art.
ISBN 9781782219439
Format: Hardback
Dimensions: 216 x 280mm
Pages: 176
